Many, many Seattleites were disappointed by April's record low temperatures-- dismal days meant the postponing of spring fashion. But this week, whether the weather likes it or not, it's time to step out. Because it Fashion Week begins tomorrow...kind of. more ›

Seattle Fashion Week kicks off its 2010 three-day event tonight at the Wamu Theater, featuring local and emerging designers. Friday's show will have more of a retailer emphasis, and will showcase local and national retailers such as United Colors of Benetton, Ducati, Strut Boutique, bebe and 7. The finale show on Saturday,"Established and International Designers", will include a major score in SFW history: Vera Wang, and a fun celebrity guest model, Apolo Ohno, in all his sole patch pride and glory. Another designer to watch in the finale show is Banchong Douangphrachanh, whose work was featured in Lady Gaga's "Pokerface" video. It's not too late to get your tickets. more ›

There doesn't seem to be many voices out there that speaks in favor of the legislation, other than the CFDA and other fashion designers with big, corporate backing. At first glance, it makes sense why 86% of independent designers and fashion organizations composed of mid-level professionals, like the American Apparel and Footwear Association, oppose the act and fear that the proposed law would create an infrastructure that would hinder creativity and opportunity, especially to those with less of the latter. But we found one... more ›

There’s been a Seattle Fashion Week since 2003, though it’s possible that you haven’t heard about it until now…and that’s because like any annual BFD event in the works, each year it gets bigger and better. But this year--from the major sponsors, packed after-parties, talented designers, and headliner Blayne Walsh from Project Runway--it was pretty hard to miss. more ›

April 16-18, 7 p.m. // Fremont Studios // 155 N 35th // $20-150 per showcase, dress code enforced more ›