OC Fashion Week® Day 7 presented by Newport Lexus :: COUTURE presented by Dawson Cole Fine Art

Newport Lexus Announced as the Principal Sponsor of Orange County Fashion Week with This Year’s Theme: "Driving the Pursuit of Perfection in Fashion"

All-new Couture Designer Collections debuts at

Dawson Cole Fine Art inner beauty awareness spotlights JDRF

during Couture Collection Reveal at OC Fashion Week Thursday, March 5th, 2015.

Orange County, CA – The California Riviera is no stranger to luxury or style and this year’s Orange County Fashion Week (OCFW) will exude both those traits during its full week of events, beginning with World of Fashion Photography Exhibit and gala at Newport Lexus on Friday, February 27th and culminating in the Couture Designer event at Dawson Fine Art on Thursday, March 5th.

Each night holds something magical and fashionable, beginning at 6 pm with cocktails. Showtime on the runway begins at 7 pm, with after-parties at 10 pm. Each night is sponsored by Toni & Guy Academy and Manna Kadar Cosmetics, and Betinnis in Brea and will highlight a different charity spotlight each night all as part of OCFW’s fashionably responsible initiative to make a world of difference in charitable support.

"Manna Kadar has been a fashion/beauty guru since the age of 17. Her participation with Orange County Fashion Week has been a huge success over many seasons and trends. Orange County Fashion Week is a great experience that anyone interested in fashion and beauty would love! " Manna Kadar Cosmetics Official Sponsor of OCFashionWeek.

Once again Dawson Cole Fine Art presents their amazing sculpture garden as the perfect runway backdrop for the finale of OCFW, where master artisans display their one-of-a-kind, handcrafted couture creations. Modeled by the Orange County Ballet Theater, accompanied by special guest Tabitha Violinist, these elite designers will engage event-goers as designer collection's reveal their masterpieces by fashion designers Dawn Sunflower, Mark , and introducing Kaila Methven of Latrodectusco.

THE FEATURED OC FASHION WEEK DESIGNERS OF COUTURE ARE:

DAWN SUNFLOWER COUTURE

MARK Aaron Bright COUTURE

AND INTRODUCING "HAUTE COUTURE" DESIGNER

KAILA METHVEN OF LATRODECTUSCO

presented by the OC Ballet Theatre

and Violinist Tabitha Pantis

The evening's charity spotlight this season is dedicated to JDRF. JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, regulatory influence, and a working plan to better treat, prevent, and eventually cure T1D. A portion of the OC Fashion Week Couture one-day ticket event will be donated to this wonderful cause and a also a portion of proceeds donated from the sale of any artwork at Dawson Cole Fine Art will be given to JDRF.

JDRF has research projects in 17 countries totaling $530 million currently taking place. In 2012 alone, JDRF funded more than $110 million in T1D research. And since its founding in 1970, JDRF has awarded more than $1.7 billion to diabetes research. JDRF’s efforts have helped to significantly advance the care of people with this disease and have expanded the critical scientific understanding of T1D. “Juvenile Diabetes Foundation”

Special thanks to Crème de la Crème for sponsoring unique appetizers and sweets, Bon Affaire Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc Wine Spritzer presented by is West Coast Bar & Beverage

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About Orange County Fashion Week. Orange County has surpassed the popular fashion scenes by the billions in luxury apparel spending, thus revealing an incredible and indisputable purchasing power – one that has superseded even some of the greatest fashion capitals in the world. That has made The OC a true power player in the world of fashion. It’s no wonder that fashion designers are compelled by Orange County as a viable global market and a market destination whose time has come. And the Orange County Fashion Council is their greatest supporter. OCFW exists to support local emerging talent and bolster international commerce and exchange. Our goal is to reveal The OC’s tremendous market value to the rest of the fashion world. We are teachers to new and innovative students, mentors to competitive emerging executives, and the ultimate platform from which brands can launch and prevail.” With Success in mind, we are Orange County Fashion Week®

About Newport Lexus: Newport Lexus’ mission is to provide customers with a world-class ownership experience. Our dealership strives to deliver unparalleled customer-service while offering a variety of convenient and comfortable amenities. Our large selection of new and certified pre-owned Lexus vehicles ensures that customers can find the exact car they want, ready for immediate delivery. Newport Lexus proudly serves Newport Beach and surrounding communities. For more information visit NewportLexus.com or call (949) 482-6122.

About OC Fashion Council. OCFC is a non-profit organization that promotes and supports Orange County’s fashion economy whose mission is to inspire fashion designers and other professionals in the field to embrace charitable ideals and to be “fashionably responsible” by giving back to the communities and public base which supports them. The Council’s Advisory Board includes several recognized international frontrunners in fashion design and the fashion industry. The OC Fashion Council continually strive to broaden the scope of our activities, so that the public as well as professionals in the business are able to discover more about fashion design and how it can be a positive force in our communities.

Mission of JDRF:

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, regulatory influence, and a working plan to better treat, prevent, and eventually cure T1D.

About Manna Kadar Cosmetics takes the mystery out of looking amazing! Manna Kadar's signature cosmetics line and her sought-after artistry have made her a staple not only in the makeup bags of women across the country, but behind the scenes at fashion shows, network television shows, and countless magazine photo shoots. Manna Kadar's very careful formulated products, ensure that any women can create a flawless look. Using her three step system, Prime, Polish, and Perfect you can put your best face forward in 7 minutes or less! Manna Kadar Cosmetics products are long-wear, and multi-functional. Her newest product launch, Lip Locked Priming Gloss Stain, can last for hours with just one application! Manna has made her mark as an industry expert and a true trendsetter in the world of beauty.

About TONI&GUY® Hairdressing Academies provide a unique student experience that includes exclusive education, professional instructors, modern hair school and salon facilities, an industry-leading reputation, and high-quality tools to help you start your career.

What began in 1963 as a single salon in London, England, has evolved into a worldwide brand synonymous with education, fashion, quality, and innovation. The same passion that drove us to become leaders in the salon industry drives the success of our cosmetology schools, known as TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academies, worldwide. Salon employers tell us that students from our hair schools are consistently well prepared for positions in their salons by being able to create both requested and repeatable results, build clientele, and give extra attention to customer service. That's why our beauty school graduates regularly get employment offers from prestigious salons and quickly climb to leadership positions in the cosmetology industry.

About Working Wardrobes: Working Wardrobes provides caring, compassionate life and career development services to people emerging from major life crises. Our guiding philosophy is a belief that people are more powerful than the barriers they face and that all of our clients share the common desire to achieve success. Clients who find and maintain employment are able to establish personal responsibility and self-esteem and become productive members of society. The strongest measure of our success is hearing a client say “I got the job!”

About Betinnis in Brea: ChadiaAlameddin, proprietress of Betinnis Fashions, inspirational philanthropist and award winning stylist, has been recognized as one of Orange County’s finest charity advocates. A visionary with a passion for fashion and life motto – To Live To Give – Betinnis has earned the spotlight being voted the top five “Best Boutiques in Orange County” by My Fox LA.Coupled with this success and her desire to connect with customers, Betinnis opened in 2008. Her exceptional personal service, sincerity and desire to give back to the community has earned her a loyal clientele. “I’m very proud of my staff, “ says Alameddin, “we take great joy in investing in our clients bringing them the latest and trendiest fashions and strive to offer the best one on one personal styling service.” Betinnis in Brea sponsors the styling for Accessory Designers at OC Fashion Week.