FASHION COORDINATOR – FANITSA LIMBERIS (fanitsa_limberis@verizon.net)
Fanitsa Limberis’ love affair with fashion started when she was just a little girl, attending fashion shows with her mother, reading all the current fashion literature, and always studying the latest fashion trends. She began with modeling for companies such as Dillards and the Dallas Model Group.  She competed in the Modeling Association of America International (MAAI) competition in New York, and took home two honorary medals, in runway and photography.  Fanitsa found the modeling side spontaneous and fun, but she wanted to get more hands on and began styling and producing.

Fanitsa attended the University of North Texas, where she obtained a degree in Fashion
Merchandising with an emphasis in Business Administration.  While pursuing her degree, she sat as President of Merchandising Inc., an organization dedicated to learning and gaining experience in the merchandising and fashion industry, and assisting Merchandising students as they begin their careers as professionals. It was always Fanitsa’s dream to someday live and work in New York, at the heart of the fashion industry. Her dream became a reality when she interned at Marie Claire magazine in New York City.  Fanitsa credits her successful experience at Marie Claire to her exceptional creativity, tenacity, and endless energy.

A pivotal moment in her career was when she was stylist and co-producer of a fashion show, an experience she says she will never forget.  Fanitsa has worked as an expediter at Dallas Market, where she worked directly with buyers and assisted them in choosing their lines for the season. She has also worked for Nordstrom as a stylist.

Fanitsa is the Fashion Show Producer for the Fashion Fix Up.  She also offers a selected variety of styling and event services.  To contact Fanitsa, email her at fanitsa_limberis@verizon.net  

D.D.S HOLDINGS (www.ledimaging.com)
DDS Holdings was started with the intent of helping people whether it is a local designer, an up-and-coming band, or an intercity school teacher.  Owner Danielle Sibley started this company in hopes of making these people's dreams come true.  Within the company are five divisions.  One division is dedicated to promoting and representing local talent such as artists and fashion and jewelry designers.  This division, JOY, was named after the owner's mother Joy because of her desire to always help others.  Code Red is another division within the company which offers personal shopping at an affordable price.  L.E.D. is an imaging and branding division for bands who are newly signed, unsigned, or established.  Named after the brightest light bulb, L.E.D. illuminates an artist’s path to their essential goals.  DL-Squared, the Down Low Dress Library is a dress rental service that allows you to rent designer dresses and jewelry at great prices.  Our last division, KEY, hosts sample sales and trunk shows in order to again promote local designers and provide affordable designer attire.  DDS Holdings is committed to success and through our services that we offer our clients we are willing and able to go above and beyond.

DESIGNER – ABI FERRIN (www.abiferrin.com)
Abi Ferrin believes in empowering women, and above all else sells freedom and purpose. Her first designs emerged from her mother's sewing machine 22 years ago when she was six years old. She was born in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and is a descendant of the first Pioneer's to the beautiful Teton frontier. The freedom that these settlers sought is still something that defines her and emerges in the clothing she designs.

This can also be seen in the diversity of the various women she dresses including Hollywood's finest celebrities, Texas Women from socialites to college students, and Saudi Arabian princesses. She is passionate about empowering women through her designs, and has used her company, with the help of her sister Kelly Ferrin, as a tool to assist and finance causes worldwide which help oppressed and abused women overcome these atrocities and become self sufficient members of their societies.

While empowering women worldwide through her fashion business, Abi Ferrin and her diverse team also seek to empower their equally diverse base of customers. The Abi Ferrin motto "Fashion with Freedom and Purpose". It is this purpose that drives the brand and her design aesthetic. Women, of all ages and races, who wear the collection frequently comment that they have never felt better about themselves then when they don Abi Ferrin's female flattering designs.

In 2006, her cousin Lisa Streidl joined forces with Abi contributing key strategy and momentum to take the company to the next level. Abi Ferrin most recently was named the Top Texas Designer of the Year by Stanley Korshak and the Dallas Fashion Incubator in a statewide competition. After winning this award, CBS Morning News named Abi Ferrin a Texan with Character and previewed her story. She was also recently featured in the first Seattle Fashion week, which featured environmentally conscious designers such as Abi. WFAA reporter in Dallas did a story about the eco-friendly aspects to the Abi Ferrin line.

Dallas Modern Luxury also named her one of twelve "Fresh Faces in Fashion" which will preview in the next issue of Modern Luxury. Other exciting projects that Abi Ferrin has been involved with recently include style elements of Jaime Foxx' music video 'Unpredictable' directed by Hype Williams. She has also appeared as a host and guest stylist on E!, The Style Channel, Fashion Television, and many local news broadcasts around the country.

DESIGNER – AUGUST ALEXANDER (www.augustalexander.com)
After rapidly rising in the fashion industry, Courtney Alexander Russell created a nationally recognized ready-to-wear line, August Alexander.  Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Russell’s artistic talent was discovered at the early age of eight when he moved with his family to New York and attended private art classes at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art, a school for the gifted and talented.  While there, Russell studied the life history, architectural projects and artistic styles of renowned artists, including Michelangelo.  His passion for creativity led him to live his life learning the skills and techniques needed to become part of the artistic world.  Starting as a painter and sculptor, Russell later gained the desire to sketch which ultimately led him to seek out an apprenticeship in New York with a renowned Italian tailor where he refined his skills and workmanship.  During his apprenticeship, Russell gained the experience of sewing and was able to develop certain skills and techniques which allowed him to sew and work faster.  Russell’s apprenticeship was quickly taken to the next level and he began to tailor wedding gowns and formal attire.

Russell eventually moved to Dallas, TX working with some of the best tailors in the city which provided him the resources and research to create his own unique line.  Russell ultimately knew that his talent would lead him to developing a more upscale ready-to-wear line so in 2005, Russell decided to follow his dream, depict the Victorian Era and establish August Alexander.  Derived from the Roman definition Augustus, meaning grand and majestic, and Alexander, Russell’s middle name that manifests greatness, the August Alexander line decidedly portrays luxury and distinction. Reflecting his deep appreciation for art, Russell’s August Alexander collection is developed from sketches and features structural wear featuring exotic fabrics and exaggerated colors for both men and women. 

By creating an astounding reputation in Texas, Russell has thrived in the national scene.  Within months of launching his ready-to-wear collection, Russell was selected to be one of only nine top emerging designers to be debuted in Miami at the 2008 Fresh Faces in Fashion event sponsored by Gen Art.  Built on the principles of designing quality products and providing reliable service, the August Alexander diversified line has impressed so many and will continue to expand.  Passionate about charitable organizations, Russell contributes yearly to The Autism Treatment Center, The Design Industries Foundation Fighting Aids and Race for The Cure Breast Cancer Research.  For more information on Courtney Alexander Russell and the August Alexander collection, please visit www.augustalexander.com.

DESIGNER – LINDSAY WEATHERREAD (www.lweatherread.com)
Lindsay Weatherread is a native of Dallas, Texas and a 1998 graduate from Bryan Adams Highschool. Lindsay was always interested in fashion, but her first love was dance. Formally trained since the age of 3, she won competitions on a regional and national level. She then continued on at Oklahoma City University with a dance scholarship and was a member of the "American Spirit Touring Dance Company" and taught dance for a number of years thereafter. Realizing that she had developed an interest in, and talent for, fashion design, she subsequently attended El Centro Community College for Fashion and Pattern Design. She is now honored to be a member of the El Centro Fashion Advisory Board, as well as the advisory board for The Pin Show. While still in school for Fashion Design, she was signed on by Link Artist Resources as a fashion stylist for print and film. Her work can been seen in ads with clients including Domino magazine, FD! Luxe, American Heart Association, Western and English, Target, JCPenney, Doritos,Tribeza and various well known personalities and musicians. She was the costume designer for the award winning "Dallas in Wonderland" cover for the Best of Dallas 2007 Observer, and has also been a featured designer in Lucky magazine. Weatherread has a strong compassion for charitable causes and contributes to Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation, Center for Brain Health, DOTS terminally ill, TAPS, and other traumatic brain injury charities. L.Weatherread loves pushing her limits as a designer who wants to perfect the draping and fabric manipulation technique, and calls her unmistakable style "Origami for Your Body". Creating an organic and non-organic line, working as a fashion stylist, producer, and casting for the photo industry...L.Weatherread is sure to be a staple in the fashion and design world for years to come. You can buy L.Weatherread at various boutiques including, among others, Strada Verde, Olio, Elments of Design, and her website. www.lweatherread.com

DESIGNER – OSCAR FIERRO (www.oscarfierro.com)
Oscar Fierro designs propose for a mix of fantasy and realism, of luxury and simplicity, of modesty and adventure and he continues to give a new spirit and meaning in design.
Oscar Fierro was founded on the belief that short people can be as chic and stylish as the models walking down the catwalk. The designer is considered a "short" businessman, and like millions across the globe, always had a difficult time finding the perfect fitted shirt or pair of pants that didn't insult his stylish sensibilities. He decided to use his fashionable talents and approach this problem with a stylish solution, hence the birth of the brand, Oscar Fierro.

But the fashion house didn't stop there. Oscar Fierro's popularity outgrew the company's original idea to create a fashion line for the 5'5" and under. Today, Oscar Fierro clothing is fashioned with the small person in mind; yet the designs, tailored with vibrant hues and the finest quality fabrics, perfectly fit people of all heights, shapes and sizes.

Oscar Fierro has an intuitive understanding of fashion needs and desires. An aficionado of culture, the designer grew up creating, leading and dreaming; and has always surrounded himself with artists and young talents from various regions, providing a multi-cultural heritage.
The designer believes that fashion is an essential communications tool that empowers each and every one of us to make our own statement without saying a word. Faithful to his philosophy, Oscar Fierro has perpetuated that artistic ideology and created a global universe filled with sexy silhouettes, modern elegance and a fabulous fit.

The mission of Oscar Fierro is to bring his vision of a jet set, luxury lifestyle to women and men across the globe.

Oscar Fierro provides Prêt-à-porter and custom clothing designs tailored to bodies of all shapes and sizes, which are created in his own manufacturing facility known as the "delivery room" - a place where is his visions are born and his one-of-a-kind creations come to life.
Oscar Fierro will be welcomed into the world of fashion, officially launching his clothing line in 2008. The one-of-a-kind clothing and accessory designs can be found through the Oscar Fierro Web site, www.oscarfierro.com; and soon through specialty boutiques across the U.S., South America and Spain.

DESIGNER BOUTIQUE – INDIGO 1745 (www.indigo1745.com)
The little emporium that is indigo 1745 was created in celebration of the quintessential American icon, the “Blue Jean”. Blue jeans, once a garment reserved for American laborers, are now found in boardrooms and on runways around the world.  Denim has transcended the mantle of fabric and has long since ascended to the height of fashion.   At indigo 1745, we strive to enhance your denim lifestyle, a lifestyle that is straightforward and uncomplicated, a lifestyle that pairs a great pair of jeans with an amazing t-shirt, an extraordinary blouse, or an incredible jacket, a lifestyle that lets you express the individual in you with incredible pieces from around the world.

We are a boutique for men and women specializing in premium denim and luxury sportswear.  The eclectic nature of indigo 1745 is representative of our diverse clientele.  We carefully select our merchandise to fit a discriminating lifestyle that is cool, calm and collected.  The indigo 1745 customer demands luxury, quality, service and a lit bit of humor.  It is our pleasure and privilege to serve you.  We hope to make your indigo 1745 experience amazing.

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT – DJ JONNY 5 - (www.12inchpimps.com)
His first gig was a house party back in 2001. Just a young pup back then, he got paid in alcohol to spin his favorite tunes.  Man, what a sweet deal!  To him it was a place to play the music he loved, and to share good times with his closest friends.  DJ Jonny 5 has come a long way since then but as his DJ career moves forward he never forgets those elements that spark a good party. His resume of venues include anywhere from Lush on Greenville, Nikita in the West Village, to Obar downtown. Each place has a unique personality and that shapes his musical influences.

He believes that any DJ performing live influences the music scene and considers his job as a DJ to present current music by using his own creativity and artistic ability.  Whether the track is hot off the press or an old school jam from back in the day, DJ Jonny 5 wants to entertain your ears while keeping musical integrity.  Catch him spinnin’ at any of his various venues!

HAIR SALON – DEAR CLARK (www.dearclarkhairstudio.com)
In April of 2005 Holly ventured out to start her own business working in the prestigious “Uptown” area. While maintaining a full clientele, she became involved with the elite Italian hair care brand Actyva. Her time with them included several trips to Italy to work side by side with their chemists developing professional products for hairdressers worldwide. Holly was also the company’s key educator and session stylist. She traveled through Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and London teaching hairdressers advanced cutting techniques and product solutions for their clientele. In 2006 Holly had the honor of creating the images for the famous “Umbria Jazz Festival” in Italy.

In 1992 Kaycee Clark started her career with Toni and Guy. After a short time at their Northpark location she joined the art team. She divided her days between the salon, the academy, and traveling to share education. From 1999-2001 Kaycee held the position of TIGI International Education Director spending her time on the road leading the art team and appearing at multiple events. In 2002 the professional haircare company KMS California recruited Kaycee. She moved from Dallas to Los Angeles where she began her career as the Global Creative Director for the brand. She spent her time developing advanced cutting programs, directing and producing the company’s annual photo shoot, and representing the brand in fashion week sponsorship, shows, and academy courses.

In February 2008 Kaycee returned to Dallas to partner with Holly and open Dear Clark Hair Studio. Kaycee will continue her relationship with KMS California as the International Artistic Director, contributing to their photo shoots, academies, shows, and fashion week sponsorships.

MAKE-UP ARTIST – SHELLEY STULL (www.shelleystull.com)
Professional makeup artist Shelley Stull has always had a lifelong love affair with the fashion industry.  She never knew that she could actually make a living doing what she enjoyed most, which was playing with makeup.   

She attended Cinema Makeup School in Los Angeles to learn Special FX.  This additional talent has only made her that much more valuable for the entertainment industry.  She worked with various photographers and filmmakers in Los Angeles and was quickly scouted by an agency in Dallas, TX.  Her persistency was highly rewarded.  She now lives in Dallas but travels as needed across the country to work.  

She has worked professionally with such companies as Oprah Magazine, NBC News Agency, Verizon, UPN Network, Splashmedia LP, TSTN, William Noble, Dillard’s and JC Penney.  She has also worked with notable photographers such as Scott Harben, Marc and Melanie Chartrand, Matthew Mitchell, Sean Thomas, Clark Perkins, Adam Fish and Kevin Lofgren. 

In addition to her broad range of talent and expertise, Shelley brings her dynamic personality to her work, Balancing dedication and professionalism with a sense of lightness, fun and creativity.  Her calm and patient demeanor is a tremendous asset to the often hectic environments of this industry. 

She continues to develop her craft and is always open to creating something new and innovative for her clients while, at the same time, supporting their aesthetic vision.  Shelley has such an innate ability to connect with her clients in such a way that they leave her makeup chair with a renewed sense of their own beauty and radiance.

MAKE-UP ARTIST/ HAIR STYLIST – DANIEL BLAYLOCK
At the very young age of 23 Daniel Blaylock is an innovator in a class of his own. Born and raised on a chicken farm in Lawton, Oklahoma he has risen above the ranks as head stylist of Fashion Fix Up and with extensive training in makeup and hair, he has traveled internationally styling the masses. Locally, he has joined forces with the Dallas Mavericks dancers as well as participating in photo shoots, seminars, and continued education in the industry. Mr. Blaylock is an "Up and Coming" force of creative energy in the next generation of Dallas.

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER – ERIN FAISON (www.erinfaison.com)

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER – ASHLEY DUPREE (www.theashleydupree.com)
Ashley DuPree is obsessed with the raw and the real. Influenced by the glossy Demarchelier but coveting the sass and edge of von Unwerth, DuPree has been knee-bent on fashion and it's capture since she could grasp a spool and thread. Beginning with an education from Il Istituto Superiore di Fotografia in Rome, she has returned to her Dallas roots to shoot for clients like D Magazine and Texas A&M University while taking time to assist up-and-coming models, music acts and everything in between in their quest for the perfect shot. Her love is not just photography but the connection formed. Other loves include her husband Naaman, dog Gracie and her Hassalblaad 500c.