A Conversation with Joseph Altuzarra & Pop-Up Shopping Experience at The Hermitage Hotel - CANCELLED

Nashville Fashion Week and The Hermitage Hotel Present 
A Conversation with Joseph Altuzarra and Pop-Up Shopping Experience  | October 22 and 23 at The Hermitage Hotel

"I am so honored to be able to participate in Nashville Fashion Week and have the opportunity to connect with the fashion community in Nashville. I believe that fashion is a universal language that brings people together and I am excited to be a part of an event that fosters collaboration and celebrates creativity." 
- Joseph Altuzarra

Join Nashville Fashion Week for an engaging conversation with globally recognized designer/creative director Joseph Altuzarra. Founded in 2008, Altuzarra is a luxury women's ready-to- wear and accessories brand.

Joseph's seductive aesthetic combines modernity, femininity, and an unapologetic sexiness. Anchored in artisanal craftsmanship, and a curiosity about the world, the collection is informed by Joseph's own multicultural background and upbringing. The Altuzarra brand speaks to the power, fearlessness and sensuality of the modern woman’s wardrobe.

Joseph Altuzarra is a luxury womenswear designer and is widely recognized as one of the most talented and lasting of his generation.

Born in 1983, Joseph was raised in Paris by a Chinese-American mother and French father. His multicultural upbringing and avid interest in different facets of culture–ranging from film to literature to craft–are key influences throughout his work.

Since the launch of Altuzarra in 2008, Joseph has received numerous accolades for his work, from inclusion in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and Business of Fashion’s BoF500 to the Swarovski Award for Womenswear Design.

Joseph is currently a 2023 nominee for American Womenswear Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designers America (CFDA). He was previously named the Womenswear Designer of the Year in 2014 and the Accessories Council’s Designer of the Year in 2017 by the CFDA.

“Nashville Fashion Week is thrilled to host Joseph and his team for the first time in Nashville,” said Marcia Masulla, NFW Co-Founder | Managing Director. “We have long been enamored with his sophisticated and modern design with timeless uncompromising artisanal craftsmanship. I personally have always felt a deep connection to Joseph for our shared multicultural background and upbringing." - Marcia Masulla, NFW Co-Founder | Managing Director

Sunday, October 22
4pm - VIP Meet + Greet, Photo Opportunity with Joseph Altuzarra, First preview of Altuzarra collection 
5:00 pm - General Admission Mixer 
5:45 pm - A Conversation with Joseph Altuzarra
7:00- 8:00 pm - Shop with Joseph at Altuzarra Pop-Up Shop

VIP Tickets $100
Includes: VIP Meet & Greet with Joseph with a Photo, preview of the Collection and Shop with Joseph at Altuzarra Pop-Up Shop, one drink ticket, A Conversation With Joseph Altuzarra

General Admission Tickets  $50 
Includes: General Admission Mixer, Cash Bar, A Conversation with Joseph Altuzarra, Shop with Joseph at Altuzarra Pop-Up Shop

Monday, October 23 
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Pop-Up Shop + Appointments all-day
Please email brandon@altuzarra.com to schedule your appointment for Monday, October 23.

Valet Parking is available for a reduced rate of $25. Street and additional parking is available. 
Rideshare is always encouraged.  

A limited number of tickets are available at NashvilleFashionWeek.com. Ticket proceeds and 15% of sales during both days of the Altuzarra Pop-Up Shop will benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

We are proud to partner and have Dee Patel, Managing Director of The Hermitage Hotel, co-host this engaging event.

“We’re thrilled to welcome fashion visionary Joseph Altuzarra to The Hermitage Hotel for an intimate and elegant shopping experience,” said Dee Patel, Managing Director, The Hermitage Hotel. “Our hotel has long been recognized as Nashville’s premier gathering place for creative and artistic leaders. We’re delighted to host this event, which will not only showcase selections from Joseph’s globally celebrated collection, but also will benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund to support emerging fashion in our city.”

Since opening as Nashville’s original million-dollar hotel in 1910, The Hermitage Hotel has long been known as the top hotel in Tennessee and one of the premier hotels in the country. The tradition of excellence that began that day has remained vibrant and alive throughout the years, being named the first and only five-star hotel in the state. As such, the hotel has received a compelling collection of accolades and honors, and has been ranked highly by the nation’s top travel publications.

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Join Nashville Fashion Week this Saturday, September 30 at The Belcourt to view INVISIBLE BEAUTY at 1:00 p.m. followed by a post-screening discussion in collaboration with us featuring stylist Bentley Caldwell, model and photographer Charika White, hair and makeup artist Sherita Leslie and fashion entrepreneur/retailer Keith Fulton of the Trenches Gallery, moderated by Nashville Fashion Week co-founder and managing director Marcia Masulla. 

Fashion revolutionary Bethann Hardison looks back on her journey as a pioneering black model, modeling agent and activist, shining a light on an untold chapter in the fight for racial diversity. From walking runway shows alongside Iman to discovering supermodels like Tyson Beckford and mentoring icons like Naomi Campbell, Hardison has been at the epicenter of major representational shifts in fashion. INVISIBLE BEAUTY stands as an absorbing record of Hardison’s accomplishments and a rare contemplation on the life of a radical thinker. 

Tickets to this limited seated event are $12 at Belcourt.org.

NFW Day Party

NFW TO MAKE BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS & CELEBRATE SUSTAINABLE BRANDS AT 1 HOTEL NASHVILLE

Last week's Electric Runway was ELECTRIC in every way! Nashville Fashion Week’s momentum of embracing that "Fashion Is More Than A Week" continues on Sunday, April 30. Join us at Harriet's Rooftop for the NFW Day Party from 12 – 2 p.m. at 1 Hotel Nashville, 710 Demonbreun Street.

Meet, mingle, sip and shop the pop-ups of Astrid & Aurora, Black Sheep Goods, Her Personal Style Vintage and The Luxury Label Nashville. These Nashville brands are recognized for their sustainable and ethical business practices. NFW Day Party attendees can meet the owners and shop their wares during this event.

Guests will be among the first to hear major NFW announcements for fall and meet Haley Maddox, our tenth Nashville Fashion Forward Fund recipient. 

Attendees will also enjoy a complimentary signature Woodford Reserve bourbon or Herradura tequila cocktail with delicious veggie rolls and hot chicken bao buns from Harriet's. Nashville Smile Bar will capture the moment while DJ LA FORCE of QDP is sure to keep things lively. All proceeds from the NFW Day Party will benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

Tickets to the NFW Day Party are $30. A limited number of tickets are on sale now at NashvilleFashionWeek.com.

The Nashville Fashion Forward Fund supports the next generation of fashion industry professionals with ties to Middle Tennessee by providing a financial award and resources for experiential professional development opportunities to assist in career advancement within the fashion industry with proceeds from Nashville Fashion Week each year. Previous recipients include Megan Prange, Van Hoang, Maria Silver, Brett Warren, Eric Adler, Ceri Hoover, Elise Joseph, Lauren Leonard and Julianna Bass.

1 Hotel Nashville opened in July 2022 as the first mission-driven luxury hotel in Downtown Nashville. Nestled in the heart of downtown Nashville, directly across from the Music City Center and within walking distance of the Country Music Hall of Fame, the property’s 215 rooms, including 61 suites with expansive city and skyline views, offer a level of service and comfort unrivaled in the region. A verdant ivy-covered façade and native landscaping evoke nearby natural attractions, from the bustle of the Cumberland River to the Smoky Mountains and the Natchez Trace. The urban retreat also includes 6,000 square feet of sustainable luxury meeting and event spaces as well as three distinct food & beverage outlets: 1 Kitchen, a sustainably sourced farm-to-table restaurant by Culinary Director and Top Chef alum Chris Crary; Harriet’s Rooftop, en elevated nightlife venue; and Neighbors, a café offering seasonal, fresh, picnic-fare showcasing ingredients from local purveyors. To recharge the mind, body, and spirit, guests can enjoy specially crafted treatments at Bamford Wellness Spa and Anatomy fitness center. For more information, please visit 1Hotels.com/Nashville. 

Woodford Reserve is crafted at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery, tucked in the heart of thoroughbred country in Versailles, Kentucky. A National Historic Landmark, the Woodford Reserve Distillery represents craftsmanship with a balance of historic heritage and modern practices. Woodford Reserve is a product of the Brown-Forman Corporation, a premier producer and marketer of fine quality beverage alcohol brands including Jack Daniel’s, Finlandia, Korbel, Tequila Herradura, Old Forester, Sonoma-Cutrer and Chambord. Please enjoy your bourbon responsibly. To learn more about Woodford Reserve, visit us woodfordreserve.com or check us out on Facebook. 

Shop Nashville 2020

NASHVILLE FASHION WEEK PRESENTS SHOP NASHVILLE 2020 RETAIL PARTNERS AND EVENTS 

The Nashville Fashion Week Digital Experience is just a few days away and tickets are going fast for our FREE Fashion Talks and our three virtual Learning Labs. Follow Nashville Fashion Week closely on Instagram and Facebook next week for spotlights on our nineteen NFW 2020 designers and Shop Nashville partners. You don't want to miss a single one of these exciting digital events. Visit NashvilleFashionWeek.com to view the full schedule, including detailed event descriptions for each of our Shop Nashville participating retailers. We look forward to "seeing" you soon!

We are just twelve "We Are Nashville Fashion" T-Shirt sales away from reaching our goal. Please purchase your limited edition shirt HERE so that we can donate even more masks to MasksNow TN.

Shop Nashville is a city-wide celebration designed to encourage and support the local retail and maker community with creative and interactive ways to support our Nashville businesses. Shop our daily special events and promotions throughout the city at a wide variety of your favorite businesses on Tuesday, August 4 through Saturday, August 8. Our retail partners and several designers will host their own unique event and/or offer special discounts next week. All of these participating businesses, as well as several others that could not participate at this time, have made a donation to the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to show their support for our local fashion community. Please make plans to shop and support all of these retailers next week. Our independent businesses need us more than ever at this time!

Shop Nashville Events Include:

• Cosmetic Market will go live on Instagram at 4 p.m. Wednesday with Oribe to discuss hair, fashion and upcoming hair trends for fall 2020. They will offer a special Oribe gift during and after their event with any Oribe purchase.

• Enjoy the Brides by Glitz Nashville Mother of the Bride and Groom Fashion Show on Facebook Live on Thursday at 5 p.m.

• Emerson Grace will host a spotlight on style from Nashville creatives and tastemakers in their 12South store on Thursday at 5 p.m. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram too to see what these local trendsetters are coveting this summer. 

• Artist Ashley Trabue Studio is creating a small batch of NFW designer-inspired PORTALS that will draw their palette, mood, and elements from each designer's collection. She will host her NFW Mini Release on Instagram on Friday, August 7 at 9 p.m. 

• Book a Private Shopping Styling Session at Bonobos before or after regular shopping hours and save 30%.

• Visit Levy's for daily surprise Pop-Up Shops.

• Margaret Ellis Jewelry is offering private appointments to shop the ME Studio or to do a Facetime shopping spree with a special NFW 25% offer for online orders too August 4 - 8.

• Tune in to Instagram and Facebook daily for fashion inspiration from FLIP or stop by their women's or men's store in person. 

• Take advantage of discounts exclusive to Nashville Fashion Week. Save 15% off Disco Cowgirl at H. Audrey, $100 off any women's custom suit at Eric Adler Clothing and enjoy 25% off your website purchases at ABLE from August 4 - 8. 

• Three of our NFW designers, Lily Guilder (Saturday, 4 p.m.), The Morgan Factory (Wednesday, 4 p.m.) and No Worries (Friday, 6 p.m.) are offering special promotions surrounding their NFW Digital Experience debut next week.

Please shop all of our designers and also our other 2020 supporting retailer partners: Billy Reid, Haymakers, Hemline, J. Michael Clothier, Molly Green and Rachel's at The Hermitage Hotel. Our retail community needs our support now more than ever. 

Visit NashvilleFashionWeek.com for full details on all of these events and links to their websites.

Third Annual Men's Style Event and Two New Learning Labs

NASHVILLE FASHION WEEK TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL 
MEN'S STYLE EVENT AT THE KIMPTON AERTSON HOTEL

The Nashville Fashion Week Men's Style Event is known for its dapper attendees and the expectation is set even higher for year three. The 3rd Annual NFW Men’s Style Event, will take place at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel on March 24 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Scout's Barbershop is returning with hot shaves, beard trims and gift bags, delicious bites from Henley with one complimentary bourbon cocktail from Blade and Bow with a full cash bar available after that. i106.7 will be providing tunes while attendees preview and shop NFW alum designer and 2015 Nashville Fashion Forward Fund recipient Eric Adler Clothing; Levy's Clothing, the 2017 Nashville Fashion Forward Legacy Award recipient, featuring Nifty Genius; and Herrie Clothing. 10% of on-site sales will benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. A limited number of tickets are now available for $30 each at NashvilleFashionWeek.com.

Located in Nashville’s Midtown neighborhood, Kimpton Aertson Hotel echoes the creative spirit of Music City. The 180 rooms feature crisp, natural colors with wood accents, marble bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and custom art throughout. The property also boasts Southern hospitality-inspired service and amenities including a seasonal rooftop pool and bar, Woodhouse Spa, 8,600 square feet of event and meeting space, 24-hour fitness center and nationally acclaimed bar and restaurant Henley.

“We’re longtime fans of Nashville Fashion Week and we’ve admired what the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund has done for our city’s diverse creative talent. Kimpton Aertson Hotel is excited to partner with the event in its 10th Year and help further support its initiatives!” – Lindsey Sullivan, Kimpton Aertson Hotel Director of Sales & Marketing

Scout’s Barbershop is a locally-owned barbershop for men and women of all ages. Located in every Nashville neighborhood, you never have to leave your ‘hood' to get a great haircut with a unique experience! At Scout’s, we believe that quality haircuts should come with free beer and good vibes; not attitude.Fresh cuts, great styles at an affordable price, but most importantly a place where experience comes first! A place where you and your hair can be yourself!

"We are proud to be participating in Nashville Fashion Week for the third consecutive year. Scout's is thrilled to be part of the NFW Men's Style event, that brings together a unique group of creatives from all over the city." - Brooke Allison, Scout's Barbershop

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TWO NEW LEARNING LAB OPPORTUNITIES!

 We're excited to announce two new NFW Learning Labs that are back by popular demand...

Margaret Ellis Jewelry will host "Intro to Metalsmithing: Make Your Own Set of Silver Stack Rings" at their Berry Hill Studio on Wednesday, April 1 and The Cosmetic Market will host "Beauty Behind the Runway" on Saturday, April 4 at their Green Hills location. Reserve your spot before they're gone. These classes always sell out fast!

INTRO TO METALSMITHING: MAKE YOUR OWN SET OF SILVER STACK RINGS

Presented by Margaret Ellis Jewelry

Wednesday, April 1 | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Location: ME Studio
2809 Bransford Avenue, 37204

Admission: $250 Individual ticket includes instruction, materials and your own personal set of three Silver Stack Rings (retail value $300). Reservations required.

Learn to make your very own set of classic ME Silver Stack Rings with the assistance from one of Nashville's most respected local businesses. Margaret Ellis Jewelry utilizes strong shapes and textures to bring new relevance to classic handcrafted designs. Precious metals, individually select pearls and stones form modern and timeless works of art designed to be worn for years to come. ME owner/designer Mclaine Richardson and master metalsmiths will help you find your inner creativity and inspiration through the art of jewelry design. Ticket price includes admission and all materials needed to create a Set of Three Stack Rings with your choice of textures at the ME Studio in Berry Hill. Limited class size for one-on-one instruction.

We’re excited to open our Studio for another NFW Learning Lab. We love sharing basic skills and seeing the “students” pride in making their own jewelry. This is always such a fun afternoon for everyone involved! - Mclaine Richardson, Margaret Ellils Jewelry Owner | Designer

BEAUTY BEHIND THE RUNWAY WITH COSMETIC MARKET

Presented by The Cosmetic Market

Saturday, April 4 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Location: The Cosmetic Market
4015 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 107, 37215

Admission: $40 Individual ticket includes light bites and refreshments. Reservations required.

Join us for a morning of beauty so you can be runway ready every day. During this two-hour class, learn how to achieve the makeup looks you would love to wear but are not sure how to achieve. Plus, work one-on-one with the makeup artists and hair stylists who work backstage during Nashville Fashion Week! Makeup Artists from The Cosmetic Market will show you the tips and tricks to having radiant skin, a flawless complexion and perfect on trend makeup. In addition, expert Stylists from Kevin Murphy and Moroccan Oil will work one-on-one with you to demonstrate the tips and back stage techniques to achieving your best hair day ever. Enjoy lite bites, coffee, bubbly, swag bags and more!

"The Cosmetic Market has been involved backstage with Nashville Fashion Week since day one. We love working together with local designers to complete their vision..  Being a local business as well, participating in a week that showcases the growing Nashville fashion industry, and the amazing talent in Middle Tennessee is something we are proud to be a part of.  We are thrilled to have the opportunity this year to showcase our creative skills and the talent of our partners, Kevin Murphy and Moroccan Oil, to give everyone an inside look behind the scenes."  - Mary Kathryn Hudson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Influencer Mixer & Closet Sale at Bode Nashville

JOIN US FOR THE 4TH ANNUAL INFLUENCER MIXER AT BODE NASHVILLE  

ALL NEW CLOSET SALES AND DONATION STATION TO ANCHOR THIS SUSTAINABLITY-FOCUSED EVENT

This year's 4th annual Nashville Fashion Week influencer event has transformed into the NFW Influencer Mixer and Closet Sale with a focus on sustainable and styish efforts. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and shop the closets of Nashville influencers @AlinaAndRose, @JLBabe and @SilkandRaven on March 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Bode Nashville, 401 2nd Avenue. 20% of the closet sales will be donated to the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. We encourage you to shop responsibly by repurposing these previously loved treasures. Attendees are also invited to bring pieces from your wardrobe to donate to the Silk + Raven Sustainability Station and to sign up to be a consignor for The RealReal. 

The Silk + Raven Sustainability Station will be the space for you to donate apparel, linens and shoes (yes even single shoes!) that you no longer have use for. While getting rid of unused clothing can be extremely therapeutic and time/space saving, it is vitally important that the tossed items end up in a good place. Drop off items at the Sustainability Station in exchange for the knowledge that it will NOT end up in landfills. Textile items in fair condition will be donated to Goodwill while items in less than fair condition (no shame!) will be recycled through both Goodwill and the American Textile Recycling Service. Rest assured, no sock is too dirty and no bra is too intimate!

The RealReal will have a presence speaking to the circular economy of fashion and teaching about how to contribute to a more sustainable industry where luxury goods stay in circulation through consignment. Bring items to potentially consign or book an appointment at the mixer for a future date. For each item you consign, $5 will benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund with a minimum consignment of $10.

The RealReal is leading the way in authenticated luxury consignment. The 100+ in-house gemologists, horologists and brand authenticators inspect thousands of items available online and in our stores each day, ensuring they are 100% authentic. As a sustainable company, they give new life to pieces by brands from Chanel to Cartier, and hundreds more, supporting the circular economy. Since The RealReal’s founding in 2011, the consignment process has saved enough energy and greenhouse gasses to equal 65 million driving miles. Join the consignment movement.

DJ Austin Yarbrough will set the tone for a lively evening. Enjoy one complimentary cocktail from George Dickel Tennessee Whisky followed by a full cash bar, light bites from Bode, a mixology presentation by Jon Yeager of Bode’s newly open Sidebar, and be sure to get in on all the fun at Know Your Roots Photoboothery. All guests will leave with a Herb Essntls tote bag and cannibis infused perfume oil. This interactive event is the perfect occasion to meet new friends, plot your NFW plans and find the perfect looks for Nashville Fashion Week 2020. A limited number of $30 tickets are now available at NashvilleFashionWeek.com to benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Rideshare is encouraged. Street parking is near and a limited number of complimentary valet spots will also be available.

Bode is a new category of hospitality created to accommodate the ever-growing segment of group lifestyle travelers. Crafted with a focus on group-friendly spaces and floor plans, Bode is a flexible residence-style, self-guided hotel experience accentuated by lively common areas for eating, drinking, working, and playing. Catering to the next generation of travelers, Bode provides the flexibility and authenticity of vacation rentals without sacrificing the comfort and conveniences of a boutique hotel. Launching in Nashville in 2018, Bode has already opened a second property in Chattanooga, TN, and is coming to a variety of sought-after destinations in 2020 and beyond, including two California properties in Palm Springs and Indian Wells. For more information on Bode, please visit Bode.co.  

“We are thrilled here at Bode Nashville to be bringing Nashville Fashion Week to our beautiful boutique hotel. The event will be a great opportunity for everyone to experience our unique venue designed for daily gatherings, interactive special events, and spontaneous socializing. We are pleased to showcase the newly opened Sidebar, offering craft cocktails and an approachable atmosphere that are a perfect fit for our group travelers as well as Nashville locale.” - Elliot Ford, Nashville General Manager

Senni Alina and Olivia Rose are the stylist and content creating duo behind the brand Alina&Rose. Alina&Rose focuses on fashion inspiration, street style and styling advice. Follow along for all things fashion! 

"We are so excited to co-host the NFW Influencer Mixer! Come out and shop with us to support the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund. We can’t wait to socialize and shop the night away!" - Senni and Olivia, Alina and Rose

Jami-lyn Fehr is a fashion-focused editor, photographer, and content creator. Outside of work, she’s a devotee to oat milk lattes, warm croissants and all things vintage Chanel. Her closet essentials? Black boots you can wear with anything, a well-worn tee, a blazer to dress anything up a smidge, and of course, some high-rise denim.

"I couldn’t be more excited to co-host this year’s NFW influencer mixer to meet more Nashvillians that share a love of fashion all the while benefiting the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund." - Jami-lyn Fehr, JL Babe

With endless optimism and a fierce desire for change, Silk + Raven’s mission is to make a difference in an industry ready for growth. Silk + Raven creates that difference by showcasing fashion and beauty brands that champion transparency, empower all people in the supply chain, and ensure the health of our beautiful planet!

“We are the creators of change! I am thrilled to be a part of the NFW Influencer Mixer, and I am very excited to meet other golden-hearted individuals paving paths towards a brighter future! We’ve been told to dress for the job we want, but now it’s time to dress for the world we want.” - Morgan Wisted, Silk + Raven

Bringing high performing skincare products that utilize the unique beneficial properties of Cannabis,  Herb Essntls has been able to pioneer a new market segment - Premium Cannabis Beauty. All products are engineered around oils derived from the Cannabis plant and fortified with organic ingredients to maximize the effect of the specific products and its purpose. Based in New York CIty, our product offering ranges from skincare to fragrance and ingestive. 

Tickets for the NFW Influencer Mixer and Closet Sale can be purchased at NashvilleFashionWeek.com. Proceeds from all Nashville Fashion Week events benefit the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. The Nashville Fashion Forward Fund is an endowed fund established to support the next generation of fashion industry professionals with ties to Middle Tennessee by providing a financial award and resources for experiential professional development opportunities. 

Nashville Fashion Week will be held March 31 - April 4 in partnership with OZ Arts Nashville. Tickets to all individual events are available in a wide range of prices at NashvilleFashionWeek.com.