Five cool things from MNFashion WeekThe annual music and fashion extravaganza showcased local designers, bands and a whole lot of talent. Here are some of the more memorable style lessons from this year's event:
Don't be afraid to be edgy
Designer Sarah M. Holm's Voltage debut was decidedly hip, thanks to a combination of leather, hand-dyed silks and swimwear. These clothes aren't for wallflowers.
The 1970s are (laid) back
The debut collection from Gail & Salima showed easy pieces that you can wear with minimal accessorizing and minimal effort.
Up-cycling is chic
The CounterCouture line by Angie Arner, Katrina Elliott and Allison Danzl proved that up-cycling (using repurposed clothing) can be fashionable.
Classic can be dramatic
George Moskal's gorgeous, billowing silhouettes and eye-catching colors were beautiful on the runway, but plenty of the ready-to-wear items could easily work into a woman's everyday wardrobe.
Capes are always in style
Ivan Idland's first Voltage look was goose-bump-inducing, a combination of beautiful craftsmanship and drapey silhouettes for a modern romantic look.
Eco-chic It's not easy being green? Well, the designers who are debuting collections at Sol Inspirations runway show are trying to prove otherwise.
At the eco-fashion event, six finalists will compete for a $5,000 prize by designing outfits in three categories; nontraditional fabrics, recycled materials and sustainable fabrics. To make it more challenging, one of these outfits is required to incorporate solar panels.
Here's a preview of some of the designs:
