My fellow bloggers Mary, Faith ,Mackenzie and I slipped on some cocktail dresses and strapped into some heels for a night out at RAW (an independent art organization for local photographers, fashion designers, and artists). Their Phoenix showcase event was last Friday.
Located at the Foundry in downtown Phoenix, the night’s event was buzzing with thought-provoking art, cultural dancing, and the flashbulbs of photography. From local bands to emotional lyricist performances, the night was nothing short of extraordinary.
From a fashion lovers perspective, the craze at RAW was wearable art materialized from recycled old toys to glittery hair bows. The fashion show, hosted by Missconstrued was edgy, urban, and eccentric. With a complete punk-rock vibe, the fashion show definitely rocked the night. Skky Brown, one of the designers featured in the show, displayed his Lego accessories (yes, the colored blocks) mixed with jewelry constructed out of curled wire. Another popular trend at RAW was masterfully designed trucker hats covered in graffiti-like designs.
The famous fashion designer that came to my mind while at the RAW event was Betsey Johnson. She’s a designer known for her avant-garde, odd, mesmerizing, and loud clothing and accessories. Another similar brand to Miscontrued clothing would be Ed Hardy. The bright graffiti and rhinestone and stud appliqué compare in many ways to much of the fashion showcased at RAW.
For more commentary and thoughts about the latest RAW event, check out Piece of Craft and Culture Vulture as they break down the art and culture of the night.
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