Middle Tennessee Fashion Week Takes The Cake

Article by: Jessica Hyslop

The bud has blossomed into a beautiful flower with vibrant hues. This phrase describes Middle Tennessee Fashion Week.

 When the concept of Middle Tennessee was introduced, eyebrows arched, and an expression, of frank skepticism, smeared faces. A few people believed that Murfreesboro, a small city could not, possibly, pull off such an event.

Fashionistas who, initially, had showed interest in MTFW, quickly back -tracked and headed off to greener fields where they knew money and publicity would abound for their treasured interests. They determined that their designs would not find a market in Murfreesboro and were reluctant to put money into this event. It made no difference, to them, that proceeds would be going to Generation for Creation, a place where kids in the community have a special place to create. 

Deserted by these turn- tails, the committe pulled their resources together and decided they would not give up, They threw caution to the wind and with God as their throttle, forged ahead. The show must go on, became their motto.

The city mayor, Tommy Bragg, issued a proclamation acknowledging MTFW as an annual event. Bravo Mayor Bragg!

MTFW commenced with a preview/press conference at JoZoara’s Coffee Shop, trunk show at Anastasia’s Boutique, and a finale fashion show at ON THE ROCKS Night Club.

Designers, ErosBlaine by Dylan Stevens and Nicole Cooley, together with Max McCormack designs, displayed an array of cutting edge and exquisite designs. Discrete Jewelry showcased jewelry of unique and attractive designs fit for Cleopatra.

The fashion Show, which was the, highlight of the week, ended to the tune of a grand finale. People came from all walks of life and cities other than TN., to enjoy the two shows offered; a morning Fashion Show for children, and an evening show for adults.

Designers and professional models put on a show with such grandeur and style that they propelled Murfreesboro onto the Fashion Map. Two thirteen year old designer “Cat Freeze” and “Brandon Carruth” deserve singular honor. Their designs were inspired and resourceful, with rich color and style.

Thanks to the staff at “On the Rocks,’ whose attitude was both friendly and inviting. They exceeded in their efforts to be helpful and resourceful.

Thanks to the team of photographers and freelance journalists whose cameras picked up every morsel of the show. They missed nothing.

Our appreciation to all the wonderful and community- oriented people who volunteered their time and resources to support MTFW. I applaud them.

To Sharon Cumberbatch, organizer and coordinator, and Max Mc Cormack designer and photographer, I take my hat off to you both. You pulled it off single, or rather double handedly. Well done!

 I can hear the rumblings of 2012 Middle Tennessee Fashion Week.

DEISGNERS

Eros Blaine by Nicole Cooley & Dylan Stevens

Exotic Escapades by M. Nichole

Carruth Couture by Brandon Carruth

Brejil Designs by Brenda Marlow

Cat-Land Forever Couture by Cat Freeze

Designs by Max by Max Mc Cormack

Margaret May Designs

God’s Princess by Cameo Bobo