
I don’t have the equipment or talent to do runway in limited lighting justice, but this was my best shot of my daughter strutting her stuff at Kansas City Fashion Week last Fall. She’s wearing a design from the young and incredibly talented Kate Walz. Maybe I’ll be lucky enough to have a bigger, badder […]

Lederhosen, or leather breeches, were originally designed for physical work. Made from leather, they are more durable than fabric garments and easier to clean. A dirndl consists of a bodice, blouse, full skirt, and apron. Like lederhosen, the dirndl was designed for work. It was commonly worn by servants and maids in the 19th century. […]

Gretchen had a wonderful time walking for three designers in her first experience with Kansas City Fashion Week. Here she is at the final show on Sunday, strutting her stuff in a beautiful, yellow dress designed by 16-year-old Elda Doamekpo of Elle Inspired. You Might Also Enjoy: Kansas City Fashion Week: Andrea Marie Long Designs Other […]