‘Designing a Decade’

Made Institute’s 10th Anniversary Show & Fundraiser + Look Book

Boho Lux: EDAALIA

Hasmik Top & Skirt. This silk skirt set is inspired by the Armenian fairytale, Parvana, which is based off of a famous Armenian poet named Tumanyan. The story tells of how lake Parvana came to be. The beautiful blue silk evokes the elements of water with it’s liquid silk texture and appearance.

Photo: In Bold Photography

100% Silk Charmeuse. Hand Embroidered. Designed in Armenia by Rosemary Schwartz

The hand embroidery on the waistband is based off of a traditional Armenian motif.

“I wanted this skirt set to look and feel like glistening water.”
Rosemary Schwartz, EDAALIA Designer

EDAALIA

Spring 2024

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Behind the Scenes in my Pre/Post Show outfit

Captured by Photos by Mira

Under this floral, one-size fits most, vintage piece from Tina’s Timeless Thread’s are two layers of pants because the venue (Cherry St. Pier) was particularly cold on this mid-October Day. I received many comments and compliments from this outfit. It is a practical and striking piece. To some the scarf around my head seemed like another part of a performative artistic rebellion piece that throws this outfit fully over the top – and perhaps it is – but to me it serves for practical purpose of keeping my hair looking it’s best for an 8pm walk that had a 11am hair & make-up call time. Thank you to the HMUA ladies at Jean Madeline Aveda Institute.

Photo: On the Runway in Hierii

Show Stopper: Hierii

HIERII, (Pronounced higher-eye), brought couture drama to the show with this and other nature inspired motifs paired with bold colors and strong silhouettes. Derived from the word “hierarchy,” HEIRII aims to create not just clothing but a women-led structure dedicated to protecting and serving feminine energy around the globe.

The blue kimono on display is a heavy satin, with quilted and embroidered white flowers nodding to a the brand’s biggest inspiration, Mother Nature.

“Our garments are an embodiment of feminine sexiness, meticulously handcrafted with luscious materials, bold colors, and intricate embellishments. Each piece is a manifestation of couture, breathing life into the art of being a powerful, sensual being.”

In alignment with their mission to protect and serve women, HERII hopes to travel the world, visiting small villages of women artisans and work with them to create small capsule collections. HERII hopes to showcase their art, sharing story, and provide these women artisans with fair wages to support their families.

Same big eyes, but different shoes and energy strutting sown the show’s 200 ft runway in this stunning robe! The touches of sliver in the ears and heels are just the right amount of extra to highlight and compliment a piece that is already doing A LOT.