Eye on Fashion: Stylist Competition Recap

6 May

The Fashion Movement held its 2nd annual Eye on Fashion: A Stylist Competition on Saturday, May 3rd in Tampa, FL at The Vault. Four very talented Fashion Stylist competed in an event that I’d like to refer to as a one-of-a-kind. The competition, a platform for Wardrobe/Fashion Stylists to promote, market and establish their brands is certainly capturing the attention of many local and national fashion enthusiast; and rightfully so. The four Stylists competed for a grand prize of $550 and a spread in Revized Magazine.The Stylists presented various looks to an independent panel of judges who chose the winner based on the total scoring in various point categories. Faheema Safa, Melizza Williams, Ify By Bobi, Tristan Richards and Styled by Jada curated a series of 5 looks that captivated the crowd throughout the night–but unfortunately there could only be one winner. The event brought many of the Bay area’s fashion insiders together; from designers, models, bloggers and fashion hopefuls and enthusiasts. With live woodwind instrumentals from Saxaphonist Marlone Boone, exceptional cuisine from Felix Catering, fine chocolates from Victoria Richards and a variety of skillfully concocted spirits and beverages, it was a magnificent evening of style.

Outfit Details: Pant Suit: United Colors of Benetton (10 years old) * Oversized Rosette: Here * Necklace: Fashion Fab Boutique * Glasses: Vintage * Bag: Furla * Pumps: BCBG * Belt: Old * Lip: YSL #11 Rouge Gouache

:::Nancy Ranalli with Neje’ Designs:::

:::Victoria Richards of Victoria Richards Chocolates:::

Husband and Wife Dynamic Duo & Co-founders of Christian Fashion Week, Mayra and Jose Gomez

Two of my blogger boos. Genelle of What’s More Important Than Fashion and Kellie of Sexy Bags & Shoes

:::Glam Squad working hard behind the scenes:::

:::Fashion Designer Pat McGhee:::

:::Stylist and Blogger Tamy Lugo of VStylist and I:::

The fabulous judges. Michelle Bremer of Runway Translator, Boutique owner and Stylist Desiree Noisette of Cerulean Blue and Stylist and Blogger Sandra D. of Sandra D. Does Fashion

:::Let the show begin:::

:::A riveting performance by Darshae Spells:::

::: The Stylists were challenged to put together their final look live on the runway:::

::: Lacey B Smith, the man behind the movement gives his closing remarks and announces the winner:::

And the winner is………..Melizza Williams! The Virgin Island transplant and graduate of New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology took home the grand prize. Melizza curated a series of five looks of international influence. Our international excursion took us on a journey to Italy, France, the Caribbean, India and London. Congrats Melizza, well deserved doll. I’m so looking forward to what all of these talented Stylists have in store. It was an epic night in Tampa Bay.

Special shout out to The Fashion Movement team who put together an extraordinary A+ event. Next event on the horizon? The 1st annual and highly anticipated Bloggers’ Ball. Stay tuned for more info on this upcoming fashionably fabulous event. Peace, Love & Blessings!