Fashion Leaders come together to support Designer Vanni Wang and Lucio Vanni Couture

“Fashion & Philanthropy” at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on June 6th presented the latest collections from Lucio Vanni Couture.  The afternoon event, attended by Cleveland’s fabulous people showcased fashion designer Vanni Wang and accessories from Marise Designs.  

"Fashion & Philanthropy" was created for YWCA Nurturing Independence & Aspirations program, a Greater Cleveland housing program supporting young women between 18 -24 years of age transitioning out of foster care. [ywcaofcleveland.org]

(photo left to right)

CONNIE KOROSEC

Professor and Chair of Fashion Design and Merchandising at Ursuline College.

J.R. CAMPBELL

Professor and Director of Fashion Design and Merchandising at Kent State University.

DIXIE LEE DAVIS

At the conclusion of “Fashion & Philanthropy”, Dixie Lee Davis was recognized for her dedication and lifetime work in fashion. On behalf of the City of Cleveland and Mayor Frank G. Jackson, an official proclamation of lifetime achievement was presented by Eduardo Romero. Ms. Davis also received awards and congratulations from Fashion Group International, Kent State University, Ronald McDonald House, Ursuline College and Virginia Marti College of Fashion Design. Dixie Lee Davis currently serves as a consultant to luxury retailer Saks Fifth Avenue.

VIRGINIA MARTI-VEITH

Cleveland fashion icon, philanthropist and founder of Virginia Marti College.

MARLENE KOBZOWICZ

Regional Director of Fashion Group International and Executive Director of the Virginia Marti College Foundation which provides scholarships for careers in fashion design.

Dixie Lee Davis      Eduardo Romero      Katherine Miracle

 

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“Fashion & Philanthropy” at the Ritz-Carlton

Thank you to all of our volunteers, fashion models, photographers, make-up artists, hair stylists, sponsors and patrons. You made our fashion show a huge success.  Lucio Vanni Couture by Vanni Wang and Marise Jewelry Design by Maria Pujana thanks our company teams and guests. Thank you YWCA Cleveland for helping girls age 14 and older transition from foster care and prepare for independence and stability into adult life. [ywcaofcleveland.org]

Event Speaker and EMCEE
Thank you to Katherine Miracle [katherinemiracle.com] our fashion show event speaker.  Katherine entertained, educated and motiivated the listeners and communicated the Lucio Vanni Couture mission.

Hair Stylists and Makeup Artists
Special thanks to our three outstanding professional talents for hair styling and makeup. We salute you! Joy Kobzowicz, Wendy Fritos and Edwin Fontanez volunteered their support. 
Joy and Wendy are remarkable creative talents for fashion model makeup.  Cielo by Edwin Fontanez [edwinfontanez.com] is the Lakewood hair design salon every fashionista needs to visit straight-away. Thank your Edwin for your skillful hair designs. Wendy Fritos is the entrepreneur at “Just Brows’ing”, [justbrowsingskincareandmakeup.com] a business specializing in facials, makeup application and massage.

Millinery
Hatmaking or Millinery is the art of high-fashion. Our team would like to thank designer Donald Wasson for his marvelous hats that accessorized our Lucio Vanni Couture fashion show.

Photography & Models

"Fashion & Philanthropy" Lucio Vanni Couture  Fashion Show

Thank you to JT Thomas, CEO of FashionTVNetwork and HyperMedia [fashiontvnetwork.com] and to our team member George Hu for fashion show photography. Thanks to Arooj Ashraf [arooja.com] at La Prensa Newspaper and to our team of fashion models; Stephany Allen, Alyx Crisplip, Djenab Conde, Chan'lle Johnson, Rebecca Lathe and Elana Wells.  Thank you Lucio Vanni Couture team members!