Saturday 28 May 2011

iVegas & LuvnGrace Present:CARLIE WONG-F/W 2011--CHRIS HAYLETT

photo by Dan Poh
Although fashion is not one of Vancouver’s strong suits, this past Thursday May 26th, iVegas.com (the online Las Vegas entertainment website)  & LUVNGRACE were able to get us one step closer to being on the high fashion map. While showcasing fashion designer Carlie Wong’s Fall/Winter 2011 Collection, Carola Bun’s BUN unique pieced jewellery and photographs by Chris Haylett.
Photo by Dan Poh
As artist Monika Blichar was painting a punk rock IVEGAS starlet on canvas, Dj Daniella Evangelista kept us bumping to a variety of funky beats. Carlie Wong was looking adorable as she posed on the edge of the runway for the press. The usual aloof humour of host Sarah Rowland had us laughing.

Photo by Dan Poh
Photo by Dan Poh
Chris Haylett, a top Canadian photographer was very down to earth and approachable for a man of his stature. A slideshow of his work was showcased along with an interview at iVegas.com showing his strength and humble nature. He shared some inspiration to gain more artistic freedom and some tips on how to be in this industry; "You have to develop skin thicker than a rhino, slough off all the slings & barbs others throw at you, and not to let others work heavily inspire you, stay true to your vision!” His words moved us. If you are not familiar with his variety of different styles of photographs make sure to check him out at www.chrishaylett.com.

Photo by Dan Poh
Photo by Dan Poh

Photo by Dan Poh

Photo by Dan Poh

Photo by Dan Poh

Photo by Dan Poh
As the show started we were speechless because of what we were seeing, it was a wonderful breath of fresh air. From the perfectly tailored sleek women’s suit to the men’s clean line double breasted white blazer, it was all very gorgeous. We fell in love with her renaissance style bowtie! It was all definitely stylish, yet simple and clean. Her final look was a sequin evening gown which was absolutely elegant and sexy. The garments of the Vancouver based designer can be found at many boutiques throughout Vancouver, for more information and to view her work visit her at www.carliewong.com.
Photo by Dan Poh

Photo by Dan Poh
Thank you all who’s hard work was put in this evening, you made our night one to remember! Vernard thank you for having us the cutting edge sponsor IVEGAS and a special thank you to the kind photographer Dan Poh for letting us use his photographs on our blog!
Photo by Dan Poh
Until next time fashionistas!
kiss.

PS thanks to the fabulous photog TAMMY MALTESE for snapping this shot of Justin Voitic of JKAFFAIRS on the front row of the runway, we hope to work with you in the future, Tammy!