Fashion Takeover Showcase Pt. 2
FTS Pt2 was curated by Rochelle Taylor and executed beautifully on November 5th, 2022.
As some of you who follow my social media will know, it is really amazing going from being a featured model in the FTS PT.1 production in 2021 to being a featured designer in FTS PT.2 in 2022. Held at the Tripoli Shrine Center on 29th & Wisconsin Ave in their main hall on November 5th, 2022. Rochelle Taylor is one of those community members I've identified as being really exceptional at creating opportunities for upcoming creatives within Milwaukee. I admire her tenacity and ability to make connections with folx that last beyond the completion of any event she curates.
So, this year as a designer the experience was different. I got a chance to relax and just think about my craft for each model. I helped coach them to give me the energy I knew each model was stockpiling. As you can see from these pictures, this was unique opportunity for each model. Below, I will breakdown each outfit and who each of the models are that's wearing them.
Model: Katelyn
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Tomboy Princess
Contact Info for Model: Milwaukee Models Group (on Facebook)
Measurements: 6 to 8 Size
Availability: For Sale
Model: Tahira
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Raggedy Anne Doll Princess
Contact Info for Model: Milwaukee Models Group (on Facebook)
Measurements: 7 to 9 Size
Availability: For Rent
Model: Aaron Furston
Personality/Theme of Outfit: King's Cape of Da Smokey Islands
Contact Info for Model: Facebook@ Aaron Furston, Instagram @mr_4ston
Measurements: X-Large
Availability: For Rent
Model: Elle
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Alt Moon Goddexx
Contact Info for Model: Facebook @ Elle Halo, Instagram @ellehalo
Measurements: Large/ 35 to 42inch hip/waist
Availability: For Sale
Model: Ethan
Personality/Theme of Outfit: SubZero Inspired Long Sweater Vest
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @st.apollo_
Measurements:
Availability: Unavailable
Model: Christine
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Save The Earth Slim Dress
Contact Info for Model: Facebook @ Christine Watson
Measurements:
Availability: For Rent
Model: Corey
Personality/Theme of Outfit: African American Prince
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @coreyvikes
Measurements:
Availability: Sash Unavailable
Model: Keziah
Personality/Theme of Outfit: 50's House Wife
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @keziah.carter
Measurements: Small Top, Small Slim-Fitted High Waist Skirt
Availability: For Sale
Model: Bobbi
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Grease/Pink Lady Remix
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @_msdarkskin
Measurements: Small Top & Medium Vest
Availability: Pants Unavailable | Top & Vest for Sale
Model: Isaiah
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Grease/ T Bird Remix
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @oghippy_
Availability: Unavailable
Model: Sasha
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Coachella in Winter (Pants)
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @aleksandra.kleinn
Measurements: Size 2\ 4
Availability: For Rent
Model: Ian
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Bad Boy Biker (Pants)
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @ian.__james
Availability: Unavailable
Model: Princess
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Comfy Baddie
Contact Info for Model: Facebook @ Treneicia J Baker
Availability: Unavailable
Model: Josh
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Casual Slay
Contact Info for Model: Facebook @ Josh Brose II
Measurements: Large B
Availability: For Rent
Model: Michael
Personality/Theme of Outfit: Black Man Fly
Contact Info for Model: Instagram @super_saiyan_mike24
Availability: Unavailable
Photo Credits: Michael Havice, Eyecon Photography & KADT Photography
I want to thank Rochelle for creating this amazing showcase and trusting me to close out the space with my line. I have mad respect for her work and her vision of the fashion industry in Milwaukee. I want to thank each of my models and their determination to bring my creative energy onto the runway. I want to say a special thank you to my friend Bobbi for walking the runway for the first time because I wanted her to. I want to also thank my friend Solo & my housemate Zeke for attending his event and watching me rock the runway with my designs.
Peace & Blessing Family, Annia.