april, 2018

sat21apr3:00 pm7:00 pmBald, Beautiful, & Bold Benefit Fashion Show

Event Details

Hosted by Artdromeda Baltimore

“Dress to impress” attire

Tickets $25, VIP $35

Artdromeda Baltimore presents a closing reception and the Bald, Beautiful, & Bold Benefit Fashion Show to benefit Alyscia Cunningham’s film “I Am More Than My Hair”.

Carolyn Phillips, a professional model and participant of this project, graciously offered to create this fashion show as a bald awareness campaign as well as a fundraiser for Cunningham’s documentary film, I Am More Than My Hair.

I Am More Than My Hair, a two-part project, is a documentary film and coffee table book that includes stories of women who’ve experienced hair loss and dives into the connection of their emotions in relation to the media’s portrayal of beauty standards. In addition to your ticket purchase, you can also make a tax-deductible donation by visiting – https://docsinprogress.nationbuilder.com/hair

Hosted by Atartus Jenkins, The Bald, Beautiful, & Bold Fashion Show will be an elegant event that takes place at the 1925 historic Montgomery Ward Warehouse Building and former Retail Store. The show will feature bald female, male, and children models in support of our bald awareness cause. We will feature eight amazing designers that will present unique creations. We will also have vendors and artists to add to our unique and diverse experience.

Our designers are:

Ola Raphael for Ola Raphael Designs

Donna Henderson for Flowerbaum

Aristotle Bouvier for Bouvier’s Creations

Simone Ashley for Simone’s Designs

Carissa Bernard for d’Kultered Kunsepts

Londa Msanii for Designs by Londa Msanii

Xavier Shariff for Xavier Furs International

12 year old Samalie Kabenge

 

Connect with us on social media: 

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/BaldBeautifulBoldFashionShow/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/baldbeautifulbold

 

Learn more about our Host and Celebrity Guests:

Artartus Jenkins is a former male model and currently a commentator/host for fashion shows.

Our Celebrity Model is Hope Chioma.  She is popularly known as HOPEZ and has supported fashion for a cure in Texas.  HOPEZ has a clothing line and has received several fashion awards, including Runway Model of the Year 2016, Celebrity Model of the Year 2015, Double Icon Model of the Year 2017, and Humanitarian Model Of the Year 2017.  She had walked in shows in Africa and New York Fashion Week and is the founder of Africa for Peace.  Contact HOPEZ at [email protected]

Our Celebrity Blogger is April Clark, CEO and Fashion and Style Expert.  www.whatwouldaprilwear.com

Arue Medley, owner of Arue’s Bodyguard Service, providing professional, comprehensive, discreet bodyguard services to exclusive professionals, businesses, and residential settings.  Arue has established himself as a valuable resource in the executive protection field.  He is licensed and certified in New York and and beyond.  He has extensive training in close quarter combat, shooting, and advanced preparation.  Contact Arue at [email protected]

Erica Strong, Author, Business Owner, Celebrity Stylist, Life Coach, and Motivational Speaker.  She is the author of the book, “Love Strong, Stand Strong, Finish Strong”.  WIth over 20 years of styling experience, Erica has served as an educator for a major hair care system, worked as a lead stylist for Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week, and Head of Hair for various feature films, and worked with producers/directors such as Kim Fields, Tyler Perry, Tommy Ford, and James Kicklighter.  Visit Erica’s website  at www.ericastrong.com

Nora Bonds, Singer/Model and Talent Agent from Temple Hills, MD.  Nora spent most of her adult life in Operations Management for public transit services in the DC metro area before starting her own Talent Agency (Only Talent Management) in 2014.  Nora knows what truly drives conversions, sold out events, ans consistent returning clients.  Nora has helped clients land coverage in many well known publications and offers a wide range of programs and services.  Contact Nora at [email protected] or go to www.onlytalentmanagement.com

April Clark, CEO and Fashion and Style Expert.  April was named one of the 25 most stylish people in the triangle area by Carolina Style Magazine.  Contact April at www.whatwouldaprilwear.com

FAQs

 

I am unable to attend but would like to help fund Alyscia’s film. How can I support?

You can still support Alyscia by making a tax-deductible donation through her Fiscal Sponsor, Docs In Progress, via this link – https://docsinprogress.nationbuilder.com/hair

 

What is the dress code for the show?

There is no requirement. We like to say it will be fashionable to “dress to impress”.

 

What time does the Fashion Show start?

Doors open for guest at 3:00pm for Artdromeda Baltimore Artist Closing Reception, Vendor Shopping, Red Carpet Event, and early seating. The show will run from 4:00pm sharp until 7:00pm. There will be a brief intermission halfway through the show. After the show, you’ll have the opportunity to finish viewing the wonderful works of the artist and continue shopping with the vendors. Please keep in mind, the venue will close at 8pm.

 

What does the VIP ticket provide?

The VIP ticket reserves you premium seating with the best view. You will probably be seen in the pictures and videos taken during the show.

 

How can I be a vendor during the show?

Contact Joan Smith at [email protected], or Wain Jenkins at [email protected], for vendor table availability. We no longer need jewelry vendors. The cost to be a vendor at the show is $100.00.  You must buy a vendor ticket on this site under “tickets”.  Once you buy a vendor ticket, a vendor contract will be emailed to you.  You must provide your own vendor table.  We can provide a chair.

 

What hotels are near the venue?

Holiday Inn Express Baltimore At The Stadiums (4.1/5 stars) – 1701 Russell St, Baltimore, MD 21230, (410) 727-1818, price starts at $82.47/night (1.3 miles from venue)

Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel (4.1/5 stars)- 300 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, (410) 962-8300 – price starts at $114/night (2.9 miles from venue)
Hilton Baltimore (4.2/5 Stars) – 401 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21201, (443) 573-8700 – price starts at $134/night (2.4 miles from venue)

 

How can I be a Sponsor for the show?

For sponsorship opportunities please email [email protected] or contact Alyscia Cunningham directly at [email protected]

 

Will there be alcohol beverages served at the show?

We will not be serving alcoholic beverages. 

 

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

There are no age limit restrictions.

 

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

There is ample free parking for guests. However, there is a short walk to the venue from the parking lot. Disabled individuals may want to be dropped off at the entrance door, prior to parking your vehicle.

 

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Joan Smith at [email protected] or Wain Jenkins at [email protected] or 301-219-9811.

Are tickets refundable?

No 

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes, your ticket can be used by whoever the bearer is at the door of the event. However, we will need to be informed 24-hours prior to the event. Please email baldbeautifulbold gmail.com. 

 

How many designers will be presenting?

We are expecting to showcase 8 designers with women’s, men’s and children’s designs, including a furier and an exotic jewelry designer.

 

How many models will be modeling?

There will be approximately 12 male models and 18 female models.

 

Can I model for the show?

Thank you for your eagerness to participate, however our call for models has closed.

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Time

(Saturday) 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST

Location

1800 Washington Blvd

Baltimore, MD 21230

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