[ Vancouver Fashion Week Recap ] The Runway Is Golden

Looks from Goldie at Vancouver Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014. 

There may be a buzz in Milan, but let's be honest, when my bff is walking the runway, chances are my excitement is going to shift to a time zone a little closer to home. As you know, last week dré walked for several shows in Vancouver Fashion Week. There were a couple designers in the line up that caught my eye for their ready to wear appeal.

Above I captured a few looks from London designer Goldie that had me saying, "Can I get that dress!?" Unfortunately, dré was too busy stealing the show to receive my telepathic plee. Le sigh. 

Love the look, but can't wait for spring? I don't blame you. Check out the Autumn 2013 collection here!

xo | din

Kris Owens Fundraiser Benefit Fashion + Art Showcase

The time has come for me to walk! Though I walked in 3 shows just earlier this year for the UNCF fashion show, it feels like it's been far too long for me to hit the runway!

I'll be honest. I love the craziness, the hectic schedule, the artistic vibe surging through the room between hairstylists, makeup artists, and designers. And I can't fail to mention, I LOVE playing dress up!

So what could make this whole experience better than what it already is, then to make it benefit someone that's so deserving? By going to the Facebook event page for Kris Owens Fundraiser Benefit Fashion + Art Showcase, you can find out all the exciting details! I hope that everyone who is able to, can make it out for this great event!

This is one of my favorite looks I wore when I walked for Richard Blayne. I can't wait to see the fabulous ensemble I get to wear for this show!

XOXO Dré

Shine Bright Like A Diamond

The UNCF An Evening of Stars Fashion Show was a great success, but like all good things, it had to come to an end. And let me tell you, there was no better way to end the evening than with House Of Isaac Andrew.

The man behind the clothes, Isaiah Whitmore, is a true diamond in the rough. He is a breath of fresh air for the Seattle fashion scene with a fresh and original point of view. He said his collection that he designed for this particular evening was inspired by architecture. I believe that he executed this to a "T" and all eyes were glued to each and every piece that stomped the runway.

Critics that I had the opportunity to speak with say that House Of Isaac Andrew was "their favorite of the evening" as well as others that have seen numerous collections of his say, "He is so awesome! Everything he does is amazing! This is only the beginning for him....I know he is going to go far!"

Isaiah definitely "shines bright like a diamond". He's lighting up all of Seattle <3
 XOXO Dré

When the Stars Go Blue

The UNCF An Evening of Stars Fashion Show definitely went off with a bang as the high tempo beat to the music for Stateena's Dollhouse hit the runway. Then it was brought down a notch.

Nothing could have brought out the true essence of Seattle more than Peter Czar's collection and his music choice. The gloomy yet sultry music made me feel as if I were strutting down the streets of Seattle on a drizzly afternoon. The clothing was a mixture of masculine and feminine with an assortment of trenches, trousers, and ponchos. Although I did not get the opportunity to meet Peter himself, I thoroughly enjoyed the ensemble he designed for me to wear. As you can see, it has the perfect pieces for any Seattle woman's wardrobe.

Peter's accomplishments include:

• 1st place winner for Neiman Marcus styling competition 
• 1st place award for the Goodwill Glitter Gala, 2010 
• Designed and produced an evening gown for the Fashion Director for the AIS Fashion Show, 2011  

 XOXO Dré

UNCF Evening Of Stars

This last weekend I had the honor of walking in a fashion show for UNFC An Evening of Stars. This organization raises awareness and funds to support scholarships for minority and low-income students to attend colleges/universities across the country.

The first designer I walked for was Monique Sateena. Let me tell you, there is nothing little about this twinkling star other than her frame! Monique competed on cycle 7 of America's Next Top Model and since has done runway for 7 years along with appearing in movies and many commercials and print adds. She now is designing and has an online boutique called Stateena's Dollhouse.

 Below is a photo of the sexy romper I strutted in down the runway and beside me is Alexandra Wilson, 2011 winner of Spokane's Top Model!

It was an incredible night! Stay tuned for the other "Stars" I walked for!

XOXO Dré

{ Inside Story }

In September, I was asked to do a shoot for a surfboarding/snowboarding/skateboarding magazine. Of course I assumed that I'd be doing hair. Wrong. I later found out that I would in fact be posing along with another model and a pro-snowboarder of a smaller stature....in a bikini.

I was down for the experience! It seemed like it could be fun! After all, it would give me a chance to come into contact with some new people to make connections with, and bring out my inner snowboarder(or something! haha)!

Turns out the young man below is Austen Sweetin. He graced the cover of Snowboarder magazine in 2010, and now he was being shot for a French magazine called Desillusion. It's a magazine for anyone that has a sport on a board. The story for the photograph is "Here is this short snowboarder kid, surrounded by these tall sexy ladies! A whole lot of woman for him!" I'm the mistress on the left ;)

The photograph was shot by Peter Line, who is actually on the cover of this issue of the magazine. While he shot, there were some French videographers filming the whole thing. It was a great time and definitely different from anything I've ever done! If anyone is interested in getting their hands on a copy of this, you can go to Dslmag.com. It ships from France so it can take up to 8 weeks to receive.

Happy Winter! And if this doesn't inspire you to hit the slopes....maybe you can just be inspired to look like a cute snow bunny;)

XOXO Dré