Local Fashion Designer Feliz Salas to Present Runway Show Honolulu Fashion Invitational

May 19, 2013 - PRLog -- On Friday, June 7th, 2013 at 6 PM the Honolulu Fashion Invitational (http://HonoluluFashion.LawrenceBlake.com) will feature exciting runway presentations from Honolulu's favorite rising fashion designers hand picked by popular wardrobe stylist Summer Style Hawaii (www.SummerStyleHawaii.com). Local artists including photographers, painters, graphic designers, and sculptors, will proudly share their recent work during creative gallery presentations. Live music performances, special speeches from fashion industry veterans, and delicious cocktails will allow guests to intimately discover the artists of Honolulu. Scheduled to take place at one of Honolulu's largest art venues, The FIX Sports Lounge and Nightclub, the Honolulu Fashion Invitational will benefit arts education programs for at-risk Hawaii youth through the efforts of Afterschool Art (www.AfterschoolArtHawaii.org).

Feliz Salas was born in Manila, Philippines and moved to the islands of Hawaii at the age of fourteen. She studied Fine Arts and Fashion Design in Honolulu as well as in Florence, Italy. She also studied Fashion Styling and Millinery in London, England. Her recent works involve being a Fashion Stylist with an international team on location in London, Paris, and the Caribbean. She believes in using Fashion Design for a good cause, recently working with non-profit organizations like Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii and the Make a Wish Foundation. Her design aesthetic involves juxtaposing soft and flowing looks with hard edged pieces-like using the contrast of tough leather with delicate chiffon-topped with a whimsical twist. Her inspirations come from her travels around the globe fused with her ethnic roots and island lifestyle.

During the event, attendees will chose two fashion designers and two artists to receive the events grand prize – a one-year public relations contract with communications firm Lawrence Blake Group Int'l, retails sales opportunities within the Hawaiian islands and abroad, and an editorial spread in a local magazine featuring their work.

“My personal philosophy: Style isn't just what you wear, it's a reflection of who you are. I've found a love for style in the vibrancy and energy of our island city and especially in the introduction of exclusive boutiques. My affair with fashion only grew after living in trendy California, and I fawned over the sophistication and excitement of LA shopping. Now I'm back in Hawaii with over 10 years of experience in retail and buying. I seek to create and express your inner style and offer a new level of customer service to your ultimate shopping experience. I work in collaboration with a variety of premiere local designers and boutiques to provide an eclectic collection delivered to your doorstep. Enjoy the latest new arrivals, including some exclusive designs for Summer Style, hand-picked to achieve your maximum style potential.” Summer Shiigi, founder Summer Style Hawaii.

Afterschool ART was founded by Dr. Bob Grossmann in 2004, after having the opportunity to be briefed by staff from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other public health agencies, when he served as a Fellow for then Secretary of Health, Donna Shalala (1995-1996). He has found that youth respond to programs that bring quality art supplies and professional artists to where the youth-at-risk live and learn. Dr. Grossmann is confirmed to speak at the Honolulu Fashion Invitational, discussing the vitality of community support for arts education programs for Hawaii at-risk youth.

The Honolulu Fashion Invitational will be hosted at The FIX Sports Lounge and Nightclub, a hot-spot recognized by the community for it's commitment to Hawaii's artists. The FIX Sports Lounge and Nightclub proudly represents the miraculous and multi-faceted renaissance happening in downtown Honolulu right now. The FIX Sports Lounge and Nightclub is located at 80 South Pauahi Street, Honolulu, HI 96813. The Honolulu Fashion Invitational begins at 6 PM and early arrival is suggested. Guests may RSVP for this event by e-mail FashionRSVP@LawrenceBlake.com. Press may RSVP by e-mailing HonoluluPress@LawrenceBlake.com. Designers, speakers, and celebrity appearances will be announced shortly.

To learn more about the Honolulu Fashion Invitational please visit http://HonoluluFashion.LawrenceBlake.com. The Honolulu Fashion Invitational is hosted by Lawrence Blake Group Int’l (www.LawrenceBlake.com), rising New York based corporate communications firm. A spokesperson from Afterschool ART and participating designers will be available for live interviews. For information please contact L. Blake Harvey, 646.481.8237, Fashion@LawrenceBlake.com. Follow Lawrence Blake Group Int’l on Twitter and Facebook for event updates. www.Twitter.com/LawrenceBlakePR. www.Facebook.com/LawrenceBlakeGroup.