Local and National Designers Bring Their A-Game to Memphis Fashion Weekend

Local and National Designers Bring Their A-Game to Memphis Fashion Weekend

On March 30-31 the inaugural Memphis Fashion Weekend was held downtown at the Jack Robinson Gallery  and at historic A. Schwab (on Beale St.)

Dress by Ellis Dixon, photo by Elle Perry

(Dress by Ellis Dixon, photo by Elle Perry)

The events, which benefitted ArtsMemphis, also included two nights of runway shows and afterparties at The Brass Door and Itta Bena.

On Friday, Ellis Dixon (of Memphis), Carol Peretz, and Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti showcased clothing from their spring collections.Ellis Dixon featured soft, flowy skirts and dresses in grey and pastel colors and Carol Peretz featured textured looks in bold colors.

Dress by Ellis Dixon, photo by Elle Perry

(Dress by Ellis Dixon, photo by Elle Perry)

Dress by Carol Peretz, Photo by Elle Perry

(Dress by Carol Peretz, photo by Elle Perry)

On Saturday, lines were shown by Memphis native Annie Griffin, Billy Reid (the male models showcasing his laid back collection received raucous applause and whistles), Neil Bieff, and What Comes Around Goes Around, whose show featured vintage Chanel.

The Philosophy and Neil Bieff lines showed frocks fit for balls, galas, and cocktail parties. And What Comes Around Goes Around showed pieces with a funky and bohemian flair.

Dress by Ellis Dixon, Photo by Elle Perry

(Dress by Ellis Dixon, photo by Elle Perry)

Dress by Neil Bieff, photo by Elle Perry

(Dress by Neil Bieff, photo by Elle Perry)

This post was written by Elle Perry, who is the creator of Beale Street Chic , a blog focusing on local fashion and the folks making a scene in it.

Elle Perry

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