Yet many of those designers lack the creative outlets they need to fully explore the industry. Enter Mona Asra of the Ratio Network, leader and contributor of FAD 2008 (aka the Fashion+Art+Design show) being held at the Victor Hotel this Friday night.
“I got approached by Jhonnatan Hernandez, a student at Harrington Institute of Design, about putting on a fashion show. You could just tell how determined he was and full of enthusiasm. I knew right then that this was going to happen right,” says Asra, clearly proud of Hernandez and the influence he has had on the show.
Many upcoming student designers have taken the lead from Hernadez. Students from colleges all over Chicago are coming together to showcase their work Friday night. “So much of their work is outstanding, I have never seen anything like it” boasts Asra. Though the Ratio Network has done fashion shows in the past this is the first that is entirely student run.
Among those attending the event will be special guest Steven Rosengard of the television show Project Runway, no doubt an inspiration to many at the show. This show is all about inspiration and passion. It is rare to stumble upon a group of artists that are unaware of the corporate rules within an industry. When it is found one gets a unique perspective on something previously considered everyday and ordinary.
Whether you are a fashionista or just looking for a good time on Friday night come support your local designers. “These students have put a lot into this event and I know they are going to go far. I can just see that many of them will be future entrepreneurs and this is their first real chance to show what they can do,” says Asra enthusiastically.
Those interested should visit the events main site at www.rationetwork.com
. Not only will you be able to get your tickets there but also your pass to the open bar. Only those with special tickets will be allowed access to the bar so buy now or miss out.
Since the event is being held at the Victor Hotel it should be noted that only those 21 and older can attend. So if you were born before 1988, then come on out for a Friday night of fashion fun.
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