Focus Magazine of SWFL Cheers To Your Style

Falguni and Shane Peacock Zang Toi Carmen Marc Valvo Jenny Packham ration of America. "Think about it: fashion is art and writing is art. Put them together and you have a masterpiece—a Nicolas K original dress adorned with Pilot FriXion Clicker erasable gel ink pens gliding down the runway at Lincoln Center. It's a unique statement about the power of the pen." Fashion enthusiasts found no shortage of thrilling content this week long schedule of backstage beauty looks, insider interviews and streaming videos. The magic of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York continues with new life in a highly stylized, fashion forward world. Perfectly illustrates the diverse roster of talent, beauty and digital presence. To once again deliver the excitement of this year’s event to all fashion lovers everywhere. Son Jung Cesar Galindo In addition to the excitement taking place on and off the runways, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continues its commitment to the local community by engaging local businesses and supporting educational initiatives. Working together with the Lincoln Square BID, MercedesBenz Fashion Week once again welcomes the Fashion Plate and Crew Cuts promotions to support local restaurants and businesses in the surrounding area. As well, through its continuing partnership with the New York City Housing Authority and with the support of event vendors, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is able to continue to offer employment opportunities to public housing residents through the course of the week. Boss In addition to the excitement taking place on and off the runways, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continues its commitment to the local community by engaging local businesses and supporting educational initiatives. Working together with the Lincoln Square BID, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week once again welcomes the Fashion Plate and Crew Cuts promotions to support local restaurants and businesses in the surrounding area. A recent study by Fordham University estimated that $40 million in direct economic impact was generated annually in the 10-block radius around Lincoln Center by the vendors, staff, and guests. As well, through its continuing partnership with the New York City Housing Authority and with the support of event vendors, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is able to continue to offer employment opportunities to public housing residents through the course of the week. FOCUS of SWFL 2014 131

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