 Welcome to Oakland Fashion Week 2017, Day 2! Hello Readers! Welcome to my Oakland Fashion Week 2017, Day Two: "Sol Afrik: Ready-To-Wear" event highlights! Day Two, hosted by International Model, Fan-Pei Koung, was held at Studio Fab, formerly located at 2525 Telegraph Ave, in Oakland! (Studio Fab is now located at 120 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, in Oakland). I had the pleasure of meeting Fan-Pei for the first time, last year, during Oakland Fashion Week 2016, and have been following her modeling career ever since! Check out Fan-Pei's fantastic portfolio by visiting her web-site: www.modeltechie.com, or her Instagram at: www.instagram.com/modeltechie. I was very happy to see Fan-Pei again at this year's event!
 Myself (center) with models, Alexandra John, and Fan-Pei Koung, at Oakland Fashion Week 2016. Photo: Marco Acevedo Garcia. During Oakland Fashion Week's Day Two, I had the privilege of presenting my newest Women's Spring/Summer Collection, "Botanical Serpent", and arrived early to prepare my models for the runway! I, along with all the designers featured, had already pre-selected chosen models during the Model Casting Call/Auditions that had been held in various locations during the previous months. I was excited to work with new models, as well as models I have worked with previously. As I arrived, everyone working behind the scenes were completing tasks in preparation for the runway show soon to begin! Models were having their hair styled, and their make-up applied by professional artisans. Assistants were steaming designer clothing. Designers were organizing their models and the line-up order, while models were changing into the designer looks that they had been assigned. It is all very exciting, and fast paced, back stage before the show!  Elise "Hollywood" Evans, and myself! Roxanne Rodriguez First up on the runway was my 2017 Spring/Summer "Botanical Serpent" Collection! This collection was inspired by the mysterious serpent, as well as floral motifs, geometric prints and the colors found within these textiles. I created a hand-painted serpent canvas textile, that I used to create skirts, crop-tops, and dresses. Paired with geometric or floral prints and colors, this collection was whimsical and charming, yet vibrant, and bold! Take a look at the runway photos!
 Model: Ashley Jones, Designer: Roxanne Rodriguez, Photo: Marco A. Garcia. OFW 2017.
Here are photos of myself (6 months pregnant), along with my beautiful models!
 Designer Roxanne Rodriguez Rangel (center), with runway models at OFW 2017, backstage. I hope that you enjoyed viewing my collection! If you haven't already, be sure to follow my work on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/roxannerodriguezfashiondesign, or check out, and "Like" my Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/roxannerodriguez.fashiondesign. Sergio Yomar  Designer Sergio Yomar, Photo: Everette Bass Photography. OFW 2017. Prior to the start of the runway show, I met fellow designer, Sergio Yomar, and what a pleasant young man he is! Sergio, was not only friendly and joyful, but is a very talented, self-taught designer. Sergio's designs were beautiful, unique, and flattering! I absolutely loved the stunning pant jumpsuits he created and presented! Here are just a few of my favorite looks:
 Designer: Sergio Yomar, Photo: Everette Bass Photography. OFW 2017. You can find more of Sergio Yomar's work on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/shades_company, or on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/shadescompanyfashion. Holihound Holihound, is a fashion brand created by Designer, Beer Siripaweennakorn, who is originally from Thailand, but now resides in San Francisco. Holihound's monochromatic designs, are "easy to wear", modern, and hip! Check them out:  Designer: Holihound, Photo: Marco A. Garcia. OFW 2017.
7omboy Clothing Lastly, 7omboy Clothing, presented a fantastic assortment of beautiful designs. I loved the colorful textiles, and mix of silhouettes! Check out a few of my favorite looks from their collection:
 Designer: 7omboy Clothing, Photo: Marco A. Garcia. OFW 2017. I had such a fantastic time not only attending Oakland Fashion Week's Day Two, but also participating in it! I am always so impressed by the craftsmanship of all the designs created by the featured local designers! A special "Thank You" to the creator of Oakland Fashion Week, Christal Carthon, and her assistant Taylor Morgan, as well as all of the amazing Hair, Make-Up Artists, Models, and photographers for making Oakland Fashion Week possible! If you've enjoyed reading this second article in my OFW 2017 Highlights Blog Series, you surely will not want to miss the next article, covering designs, and event highlights from Oakland Fashion Week, Day 3, "Splash: Resort Swimwear"! In the meantime, have a fashionably fantastic evening!  Models of Oakland Fashion Week 2017, dressed in designs by Roxanne Rodriguez and designs by Holihound. OFW2017. Related Links:
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9/18/2024 06:20:28 am
Day Two of Oakland Fashion Week 2017 showcased a stunning collection with "Sol Afrik: Ready-to-Wear," where vibrant patterns and innovative designs took center stage. The runway was a celebration of bold colors and intricate details, capturing the essence of contemporary African fashion. Each piece was a testament to the fusion of tradition and modernity, reflecting a rich cultural heritage while embracing current trends. For those who appreciate fashion that tells a story, this show was a must-see. Leave a Reply. |
AuthorHello Readers! Welcome to my Blog! I am Roxanne Rodriguez Rangel, a Fashion Designer from Northern California. I love all things Fashion, particularly historical fashion! Join me, as I take you around Northern California, covering fashion events and related topics! 
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