Fairfield County fashion goes international this Thursday, October 7, when Project Runway winner and designer, Irina Shabayeva, shows her line for spring 2011 at the Helen Ainson boutique. Its an evening of glitz and glam, and its all designed to raise money for area breast cancer programs.
Irinas collection is very dramatic, says Erica Jensen, Helen Ainsons elegant proprietor. Its filled with really striking pieces. Shes an incredible designer. The designer may be imported from New York Citys fashion scene, but the models are local. I decided to have my customers model the line, says Erica. And Irina agreed to it. So I have about a dozen women who will model the clothing.
Erica is pulling out all the stops in her fashionable bid to raise money for breast cancer programs. Scena, Dariens newest dining destination, will provide the hors doeuvres and wine tasting. Well have a tent outside, a champagne bar inside. And of course, Irina will make an appearance. Its going to be big.
But after 33 years of dressing Darien women -- out of the shop named for her mother -- this event goes beyond the clothing for Erica. I know so many women who have been touched by this disease. Two friends, several co-workers and more customers than you can imagine. When youre job is dressing women, they tell you these things.
Tickets are still available for this chance to catch a glimpse of the Project Runway winners line and support local breast cancer programs and research. At $25 a piece, you really cant afford not to go. Purchase them online, or by calling 203-655-9841. Some may also be available at the door. But you should probably grab yours in advance. Youd hate to get there and hear those awful words, Youre out.
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