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Design Entrepreneurs NYC is Recruiting the Class of 2013

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KahriAnne Kerr presenting her plan to a panel of industry experts

Looking to take your fashion business to the next level and need the tools and knowledge to help you run your day-to-day operations while you grow your brand? If so, we encourage you to apply to Design Entrepreneurs NYC. In its second year, our free “mini-MBA” program brought to you by FIT and the NYCEDC will consist of 35 designers for its 2013 class.

Designers selected into the program will participate in weekend intensive seminars from industry leaders on topics such as operations, marketing, financials and other brand building topics. Participants will be paired with a mentor and will use the summer months to work on their business plan. Those that complete the program will also have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of influential industry leaders.

Here’s our criteria for eligibility:

  • Must be a NYC-based (all 5 boroughs welcome) fashion designer
  • Have a NYC-based fashion design business including: womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, and/or accessories
  • Be committed to attending all mandatory events (e.g. kick-off, weekend intensives, presentation skills workshop, closing events)
We’d also like you to: 
  • Have been in business for at least one year
  • Have demonstrated traction in the industry (e.g. press coverage, sales, etc.)

The deadline to apply is March 31 at midnight. Learn more about the program at Design Entrepreneurs NYC. 

Celebrate the Arrival of Suzanne Rae Fall/Winter 2012 at Steven Alan on August 22

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You’re invited to celebrate the launch of Suzanne Rae’s fall/winter 2012 collection at the Steven Alan retail store in Chelsea. A D.J. set by Whitney Fierce Hercules and Love Affair will kick off the night and shoppers will receive a 10% discount on the collection.

Suzanne, a Brooklyn-based womenswear designer and DENYC participant,  keen on empowering women through her well-fitting blouses, pants and dresses, gave us the scoop on what’s ahead.

Can you tell us about your fall/winter 2012 collection?

The collection is inspired by the internal revolution channeling the spirits of Jim Morrison, Aldous Huxley and William Blake. Poetic and rock-n-roll, the
collection is fueled by a quest for knowledge and heightened consciousness.

You’ll see hand-screened prints designed to connect with the natural world through wood and fur inspired prints created by artist Sam Dakota. Dresses and gowns, jacket and capes, as well as separates come in bold silhouettes in rich velvets and wools to add depth the the collection.

Learn more about the label at Suzanne Rae and rsvp to rsvp@statepr.com.

Suzanne Rae Fall/Winter 2012 Preview
August 22 from 7-9pm
Steven Alan
140 10th Avenue, NYC
(between 18th & 19th)

Spring/Summer 2013 Preview: Recollection by Sandra Murphy

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We had a chance to catch up with Sandra Murphy, one of our Design Entrepreneurs NYC participants to learn more about her brand and what’s new for her spring/summer 2013 collection. Here’s there scoop on what’s ahead:

Can you tells us about your spring 2013 collection?
For spring 2013, I’m taking another look back at mid-twentieth century fashion and modernizing it for today’s consumer who appreciates ladylike dressing.

What’s new for the season?
New this season is my first eveningwear look which was inspired by a 1940s nightgown and it’s really special.

What colors, fabrics and silhouettes did you use?
I love color and it’s always key in each of my collections. This time I took inspiration from great spring and summer foods like avocado greens, yellows and cantaloupe orange. I design all my own prints and introduced two new printed fabrics this season, a fun picnic inspired conversational piece and a sunset inspired abstract.

What are some of your signatures?
My signature piece in each collection is a shirtdress. It’s a style sure to be found in every woman’s closet during the 1940s & ’50s. I think a great shirtdress should also be in every woman’s closet today!

This looks like a fun shoot! Where did it take place?
My lookbook was photographed at a beautiful house in Westchester. It was fantastic! Everything was in bloom and the colors and surroundings were the perfect backdrop for my collection. Additional behind the scenes photos can be seen on Instagram and I’ll soon debut a behind the scenes video on Facebook.

Which trade shows will you be at?
I’ve been selected to show at MAGIC this month as part of their Launch Pad program for emerging designers which I’m very excited about. I’m also hoping to show with some of my fellow Design Entrepreneurs NYC classmates at a New York tradeshow next month.

You can learn more about the line at Recollection by Sandra Murphy and connect with her on Twitter.

Here’s A Big Thank You to Our Instructors and Guest Speakers

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Mario Federici and Brian Moorstein

Design Entrepreneurs NYC would like to send out a special thank you to all of our instructors and guest speakers for taking the time out of their schedule to talk to the group (especially on the weekends). These sessions were invaluable and have helped guide our designers as they refine their business and marketing plans.

Our thanks go to: Jeanette Nostra, Andy Ward, Don McMicheal, Yolanda Wardowski, Eileen Shulock, Gaetane Joseph, Margo Moore, Robert Levy, Bill D’Arienzo, Gary Wassner, Mary Beth Budd, David Colby, Sandra Holtzman, Susan Power, Robert Mahan, Teri Agins, Brian Moorstein and Helen Lane.

Meet the Design Entrepreneurs NYC Class of 2012

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Jeanette Nostra, President Joyce F. Brown, Seth Pinsky and Dean Steven Frumkin

We’re proud to introduce the inaugural class of Design Entrepreneurs NYC. We’ve selected 35 New York based designers who have been in business for at least a year and are committed to growing their brand. We have a diverse group of designers in various product categories, price points and market segments. Some produce in New York and some internationally. We’ve got husband-and-wife partners, Project Runway finalists and even a milliner. Check out all of the Design Entrepreneurs NYC participants in our look book.