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NOLCHA FASHION WEEK: NYC PROVES TO BE THE NEXT BIG PLATFORM FOR TODAY’S HOT DESIGNERS
September 7th, 07 (New York, NY) – On September 5th and 6th, ’07 Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC kicked off their celebration of emerging fashion talent with two spectacular days of events, fashion shows and festivities. With a dramatic transformation of NYC’s Prince George Ballroom into a high fashion and networking oasis, fashion lovers from around the world gathered to experience great designers unveiling new collections and indulge in exciting events.

Birgit C Muller Couture by Birgit Muller
Nolcha President, Arthur Mandel expressed, “Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC turned out to be more than we could have ever imagined. The talent on the Nolcha Runway and great sponsorships were absolutely a pleasure, and we’ve been hearing the patrons fully agree. With the success of this week, we are even more excited for our next series of shows this February during Nolcha Fashion Week: LONDON.”
Nolcha Opening Night was a huge success with acclaimed designers Lei Marco, Katya Leonovich, and Samata Angel unveiling their spring ’08 collections. Lei Marco stunned the audience with his dramatic and glamorous women’s and men’s wear collection. www.leimarco.com To immediately follow was Moscow’s Katya Leonovich. Her new line consisted of structured, yet feminine pieces. www.katyaleonovich.com. The last designer of the night captivated us with her sexy, versatile, and sophisticated looks. Samata Angel’s Samata’s Muse was a huge hit and a great ending for the opening festivities. www.samatasmuse.com

Katya Leonovich spring ‘08
Day two kicked off with Nolcha’s designer competition of the week, Silhouette. Alison Kelly of Project Runway chose this inspiring occasion of emerging talent to showcase her spring ’08 DAHL by Alison Kelly collection. www.alisonkellyny.com . Winner of a $5,000 cash prize and garment placement in a lavish boutique in Miami and NY is Richard Chiang.
As well on September 6th, the Nolcha runway was filled with designers showcasing their spring ’08 collections including Safe by Rebecca Turbow, Carmelita Couture by Carmelita Martell, Bathhouse by Bernard Moore, Rimalya, EF-Fect and Quis Es Tu.
The last event for the second Nolcha evening was Fundraising through Fashion. Showing during Fundraising through Fashion was Emmy Award Winning Birgit Muller with a gorgeous and glamorous assortment of gowns and acclaimed designer Patricia King-Davies that took us on a trip around the globe with her World Culture Collection.

Rimalya spring ‘08
The silent auction was a huge hit and included items from Tiffany & Co., UK designer Ashish www.ashish.co.uk, shoe designer Sergio Zelcer www.sergiozelcer.com and many more. Live music by LEBLON Caipirinhas’ band, Muddling on the Beach entertained patrons while artist Kelly Lynn exhibited her paintings.
Sergio Zelcer was the proud designer shoe sponsor for Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC. Being featured in countless fashion spreads in major publications the collaboration was a great hit with the majority of the designers using this exclusive brand for their shows. www.sergiozelcer.com
Guests enjoyed refreshments by LEBLON Caipirinhas, Coca Cola, V2 Vodka, Tavalon, and Lavazza Coffee.
The next Nolcha Fashion Week takes place in London this February. Do not miss out. Stay connected through the network: www.nolchanetwork.com
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