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                                          SEPTEMBER 23 - 30, 2011

 

 

 

■ frequently asked questions

  

 

 

MODELING / STYLING / HAIR / MAKEUP

 

If you’re interested in providing modeling, styling, makeup and/or hair services for shows during Boston Fashion Week please be sure that you are subscribed to the BFW email list.

 

The nature of fashion is change, so there are bound to be changes. All the latest information will be distributed via BFW email updates, Facebook posts, and the official Boston Fashion Week website.

 

Each show/event listing will include designer/event producer contact information. You can use this information to contact designers that you’re interested in working with directly.

 

PLEASE NOTE: All models for The Tent at Boston Fashion Week shows are provided exclusively through BFW partner modeling agencies, Dynasty Models, Maggie Inc., and Model Club. There are no open calls for these shows.
 



PRESS / PHOTOGRAPHERS / VIDEO
 

Any access to each event is at the discretion of the designer/event producer. If you’re interested in press/photography/video access please contact designer/event producer directly. See above.
 


 

ATTENDING SHOWS
 

All invitation/ticket availability is at the discretion of the designer/event producer. If you’re interested in attending specific shows please contact designer/event producer directly. See above.

 


 

VOLUNTEERS
 

The Tent at Boston Fashion Week volunteers:

 

Anyone who has already registered as a volunteer at one of the previous Volunteer Registration Events will be contacted by email directly with more information.
 

PLEASE NOTE: All volunteers for The Tent at Boston Fashion Week shows have already been secured through the two Volunteer Registration events. If you weren't able to attend either of the two Volunteer Registration events, you can send an email to bfwvolunteer@gmail.com expressing your interest in volunteering and we can add your name to a back up list of potential volunteers.

 

All other show/event volunteers:

 

If you'd like to volunteer for other events during BFW check out the first draft of the schedule online. Each show/event listing will include designer/event producer contact information. You can use this information to contact designers that you’re interested in working with directly.

 

 



POSTING AN EVENT on the OFFICIAL BFW SCHEDULE

Boston Fashion Week has been a regional celebration of fashion and style since 1995, and anyone who is interested and able to put together their own show or special event is invited to do so. There is no fee to be listed on the official schedule.

Boston Fashion Week is scheduled to take place September 23rd through September 30th. The Tent at Boston Fashion Week is a central platform for a series of runway shows during the week, but there will also be shows and events scheduled throughout the region during Boston Fashion Week.

The week is a community organizing initiative designed to afford designers with an opportunity to attract new audiences for their work and to provide the public with greater access to the great wealth of local fashion talent. All events that take place during Boston Fashion Week are independently produced by the designers and event planners involved in those particular projects. Those designers/event planners are solely responsible for all aspects of their events including production, promotion, press access and model selection.


As a general rule most events are organized on the schedule in two-hour time slots. Designers are asked to share their intent via email as early as possible so that they can be advised of any conflicts in the schedule and make the appropriate adjustments in their scheduling. No shows will be scheduled on the first day of Boston Fashion Week (9/23/11).


EVENT INFORMATION REQUIRED to have a listing considered for posting on the official Boston Fashion Week schedule.

 

Please send confirmed and complete information to:

 

bostonfashionweek@gmail.com

Please note that incomplete submissions will be discarded.

 

 

What is the event called?

 

Who is presenting this event?

 

Who is the designer(s) is being featured at the event?

 

What is the date of the event?

 

When do doors open?


When does show start?

 

Where is the event taking place?

Name of venue and full address.

 

What kind of an event is it?

- Fashion show

- Exhibit

- Special Event

- Party

- Educational Programming

- Other

  

Why is this event taking place?

A short 1-2 sentence description of the reason for this event. To introduce a new collection? For charity? For socializing/networking? To educate? Other?

 

How much does it cost to attend this event?

Free, space permitting

Open to the public, space permitting

Require an RSVP

Ticketed (if so, please include price)

 

Event website url address:

(this information will be posted with listing)

 

Event Facebook page url address:

(this information will be posted with listing)

 

Event phone number:

(this information will be posted with listing)

 

Event email address:

(this information will be posted with listing)

 
PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE:

 

Who is the contact person:

(this information is for internal use only)

 

Direct phone number for contact person:

(this information is for internal use only)

 

Direct email for contact person:

(this information is for internal use only)

 

 


 

 

 

ABOUT THE BOSTON FASHION TRAIL

 

The Boston Fashion Trail is an official listing of offerings by retailers, salons, spas, hotels, restaurants, bars, etc., who are committed to doing something special to celebrate Boston Fashion Week.

 

The program is designed to encourage businesses to schedule promotions that recognize and honor the fact that Boston's annual week celebrating style is taking place. It also serves as a way to drive foot traffic and engage new audiences for participating businesses. Some ideas include:

 

  Retailers: Boston Fashion Week window display, trunk shows, discounts, special sale, gift with purchase, special shopping hours, in store event, etc.
 
Restaurants: Boston Fashion Week menu, a "fashion" desert or drink, host an event (fashion show/after party), etc.
 
Hotels: Boston Fashion Week packages, discounts.
 
Salons/Spas: Boston Fashion Week packages, discounts, host an event (fashion show/after party), etc.

 

Many of these ideas are already a part of the business model at most establishments and there is no charge to be listed on the Boston Fashion Trail. So, it's a win-win situation!

 

All we need is confirmed information about the offer or event you would like to have listed in the format below:

 

ESTABLISHMENT

 

ADDRESS

 

PHONE and/or EMAIL

(For more information/appointment/reservations)

 

WEBSITE

 

THE OFFER

 

DATE(S)/EXPIRATION

(When is the offer good?)

 

REQUIREMENTS

(mention Boston Fashion Week, or link to an online printable coupon, etc.)

 

All listings must be emailed in the format shown above to BostonFashionWeek@gmail.com.

 

The Boston Fashion Trail will accompany the official schedule on line, as well as being part of a series of daily e-blasts which will go out during the week. The Boston Fashion Trail will be promoted by BFW’11 partners and through social media vehicles like Twitter and Facebook.

 

 


 

 

 

 

bfw 2011 partners

 

 

   the tent at bfw partners

 

 

mandarin oriental, boston

 

the shops at prudential

 

boston magazine

 

party by design

 

 

 

 

   industry partners

 

 

lisa baker associates

 

fashion doctors

  dana moscardelli
  thestylistcloset
  mary flynn & company

 

dynasty models

 

maggie inc.

 

model club

 

fashion group international of boston

 

dependable cleaners

 

simon malls

 

your beauty industry

 

tracy aiguier photography

 

daniel gagnon photography

 

knowlege of style creative media

 

 

 

 

   media partners

 

 

boston globe

 

6one7 productions

 

boldfacers.com

 

color magazine

 

 

 

 

   education

 

 

school of fashion design

 

massachusetts college of art and design

 

lasell college

 

boston center for adult education

 

bay state college

 

fisher college

 

mount ida college

 

framingham state college

 

 

 

 

   community

 

 

boston public library

 

crate & barrel

 

marimekko

 

hotel chocolat

 

newbury street league

 

latino professional network

 

future boston alliance

 

design museum

 

digma - design industry group of massachusetts

 

 

 

 

   cultural

 

 

museum of fine arts, boston

 

boston ballet

 

la galería at villa victoria center for the arts

 

 

 

 

 

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Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world;
indeed, it's the only thing that ever has". - Margaret Mead


Boston Fashion Week was founded in 1995. The force behind the week has been dedicated to creating opportunities that increase the viability and visibility of the local industry. The series of fashion related events throughout Greater Boston and beyond serves as a platform for both established industry professionals and aspiring newcomers to showcase their work as well as network with peers and the public. This annual celebration of Boston style featuring a great wealth of local talent, is unique in that it is designed to engage the community directly, at the grassroots level -- cultivating fashion as an integral part of the Boston lifestyle.

Accessibility and diversity in programming allow the public to engage the week on many levels; experiencing a show, taking in an exhibit, participating in an educational program or joining in the festivities at a party. The week also contributes to a sense of civic pride about what the region has to offer and how it continues to evolve. You’re invited to become an active participant in the local fashion community by supporting local style makers during Boston Fashion Week and throughout the rest of the year.
 

 

 

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