“Project Runway” made its way to Sacramento State University's Union Ballroom this pastt Friday night. Loosely patterned after the “Project Runway” reality television series, participants competed to be selected as the winning designer at SFA's spring 2013 “Project Runway” inspired fashion show. Designers were judged on their marvelous work and a winning designer was selected at the end of the competition. KCRA anchor/reporter Lisa Gonzalez served as host for the evening. Minjeong Kang, Esther Amato, Simone Vianna and Duane Ram served as judges for the fashion shown and selected the top designer at the end of the showcase. Eight designers and three boutiques showcased a variety of f

Sacramento fashion has grown at a rapid pace during the past few years. Boutiques, salons, fashion shows and local designers have exhibited their talent on the local and national fashion scenes. Creative interior and fashion designs created by Simone Vianna have resulted in unique collaborations. Models, designers, photographers and stylists enjoy collaborating with Vianna and look for her guidance when it comes to fashion. Originally from Baru, Brazil, the multilingual and multitalented Vianna has created a priceless reputation for herself as a leading creative designer, stylist and consultant in Sacramento. Besides being a talent coordinator for Sacramento Fashion Week, Vianna's tirel

Sold-out events and a full lineup of apparel designers are the keys to a successful fashion show. Sacramento Fashion Week accomplished both, capping off events at the Elks Lodge Ballroom Friday and Saturday. Executive Director Duane Ram spearheaded the creation of Sacramento Fashion Week in 2006. “People think it’s easy to just put on a fashion show, especially if they haven’t worked in (one),” he said. Ram credits the area’s collegiate programs with creating an environment rife with talent. He wanted to give students fashion industry experience without having to travel to San Francisco or Los Angeles. “There’s a lot of schools around here, and the best way to (connect them) is to use

The International Academy of Design & Technology, located at 2450 Del Paso Road in Sacramento, hosted a model boot camp and a style workshop for designers, models and fashion industry representatives Wednesday evening as part of Sacramento Fashion Week. Day 2 of the event was well attended with both free workshops filled to capacity. IADT students were well represented at the workshops, although the public was welcome as well. One of the 2012 Sacramento Fashion Week featured designers is an IADT student, Janelle Cardenas. Gerry Simpson, who has been a model, fashion choreographer, organizer of model boot camps, merchandising manager and stylist for Nordstrom in Arden Fair and serves on t

Mayahuel Tequila Museo hosted an elegant evening of fashion on Thursday night. Designers scheduled to participate in the Designer Showcase were on hand to celebrate a Sacramento Fashion Week Press Party. This year’s Sacramento Fashion Week will take place the week of February 21. Several events are planned for the event including two Designer Showcases with the final show on February 25. Several Sacramento Fashion Week staff members were on hand to meet and greet guests at the event. Producer and Executive Director, Duane Ram, introduced the event and other staff members. Creative Director, Will Rodriguez, also said a few words to start the sixth year of production for Sacramento Fashio

Sacramento Fashion Week is celebrating local designers and trendsetters with seven fashion-related events Thursday through Sunday, benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Sacramento and Northeastern California  Northeastern Sacramento . Throughout the week, fashionistas can enjoy a variety of events. Need to unwind after work Thursday evening? Grab a cocktail at Lounge on 20 and chat with local designers. Interested in learning more about fashion design techniques? Catch a workshop or fashion forum with local design speakers. Don’t forget to grab a seat at one or both fashion shows, featuring local student and established designers. Duane Ram, a part-time model, actor and accountant, is