Andrea Prince, Monique Stinson, Lena Milinovic, and Kim Kohl at The Met Costa Mesa, Orange County, Ca Day 2 of OC Fashion Week®
Photographer: Steve Manivong
Newport Beach, CA – OC Fashion Week®, the premier fashion event in California, recently concluded its three-day extravaganza showcasing a diverse array of local designers in California’s luxury market. The event, organized bi-annually, aimed to showcase both emerging and established iconic brands and fashion designers, making a significant impact in the global fashion landscape.
This year, diversity took center stage as OC Fashion Week® curated fashion destinations where designers could showcase their talent and be discovered. The shows were not just a celebration of fashion; they were a celebration of the rich tapestry of cultures and ideas that make up our community. By providing a platform for designers, OC Fashion Week® continued to foster creativity and innovation within the industry.
Fashion Designer Ilona Song, Models: Margo Balan (left) Make-up and Hair: MUA Lyza Martinez @makeupby_lyza and Hair by Sean Hatahit @ochairroom , Sophie Bratashevska, Make-up and Hair: @MUA by Holly Luc and Hair by Sean Hatahit @ochairroom
Photographer: Charles Lin
Charles Lin, Model Sophie Bratashevska, Make-up and Hair: MUA by @Holly Luc and Hair by Sean Hatahit @ochairroom
Photographer Steve Manivong captures Netflix’s Hit Show Selling the OC, Celeb Brandie Marshal with Influencer Joann Doan reporter for Fashionista Now Boarding®.
“In a world where fashion is a universal language, style is what we speak, we advocate for diversity and empowering talent,” said Kathy Marino, Founder of OC Fashion Week®. “OCFASHIONWEEK® is not just an event; it’s a celebration of individuality, culture, and the limitless possibilities within the fashion world.”
This season’s OCFASHIONWEEK® delivered an unrivaled experience, with curated showcases that rivaled the top 5 fashion capitals in the world. From emerging designers with fresh perspectives to established iconic brands, the event offered a unique opportunity for designers to captivate a global audience.
The event was graced by VIP guest Brandie Marshal who stars on the Hit Show on Netflix Selling the OC represented by Andrea Thornton of Prolific Public Relations, who shared insights on how personal style and fashion intricately intertwine with personal branding in a panel discussion during the fashion week’s pre-quell party at ICONIC wellness in Newport beach. Andrea emphasized the significance of aligning personal style with personal branding to create a lasting and impactful impression.
Photographer Charles Lin, CEO of OC Hair Room Sean Hatahit with Model Presley Lozano in collections by Yasmin’s Bridal. Makeup by @Holly Luc htlhairandbeauty and Hair by Sean.
Photographer Charles Lin, Model: Courtney Hays, Yasmin’s Bridal Hair by Sean Hatahit at @OCHairroom , Make-Up by @Janellebibiano.
MC: Angela Parretta wearing @AnunnziCollections at Iconic Wellness Pre-Quel event in Newport Beach in front of Laderach Chocolate Flower Wall by Blooming Petals.
Photographer: Scotty Mosun
“Your personal style is an extension of your personal brand,” said Andrea Thornton. “In the dynamic world of fashion, authenticity and individuality play a pivotal role in shaping a compelling personal brand. My team and I, were thrilled to be featured at OC Fashion Week®, an event that recognized the power of personal style in the realm of personal branding.”
Model Aashwit Nandhuri, Andrea Thornton Publicist for Prolific Public Relations, Image Stylist Estee Arriola, and Socialite Christina Kim, Photo Taken at Equinox Sports Club in Irvine.
OC Fashion Week® set the stage for inclusivity and creativity within the fashion industry, encouraging designers and fashion enthusiasts to celebrate their authentic selves through their style choices.