Over five designers featured their creations on the catwalk to an excited crowd of fashion enthusiasts. Among those in attendance, Teresa Giudice from "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" came dressed to impress and to enjoy the show. Many of the collections presented incorporated a green theme in the materials used.
Designer Alice Yim of New York showcased her elegant collection, drawing much attention. Her silky and simple pieces had an elegant allure. Yim says she used spring elements in her color pallets, drawing inspiration from sandy colors and various sea creatures.
“I always like minimalism. I think less is more,” Yim described her designs. “I don’t think fashion has to be complicated. It’s easy to wear but suitable for multiple occasions.” She says the response to her line has so far been very positive.
Uzcan, who is of Turkish origin, says she was inspired by her heritage and an ancient tradition. “Oya date back to 5000 B.C.,” she says. “In those times, women did not just express their emotions, saying 'oh I love you,' or 'I’m happy, I’m sad', they told a story through their oya,” she says.
Uzcan says that in addition to creating beautiful clothes, she hopes to bring financial independence to the women in Turkey who handcraft each individual piece.
