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fab'rik founder shares her passion for fashion

Submitted by 11Alive News Staff
Thursday, September 12th, 2013, 8:40am
fab'rik founder shares her passion for fashion

ATLANTA -- Many people dream of being their own boss, but struggle to make the leap.

Twelve years ago, Atlanta native Dana Spinola gathered the courage to turn her lifelong passion into a profession and opened her first clothing boutique, fab'rik.

"I get up early. I stay up late. My mind is always working," she said.

And it's perfectly understandable. Spinola has had a lot on her plate since starting fab'rik. She has since opened 21 boutiques and franchises. Her mission has always been frugal fashion -- less than $100 -- in a fun, inviting boutique environment.

Being your own boss can seem liberating, but many who make that leap say they end up working even more.

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NFL Quarterback Cam Newton to make personal appearance at Phipps Plaza Belk

Submitted by Tiffini Gatlin, Editorial Director
Tuesday, June 4th, 2013, 12:07pm
NFL Quarterback Cam Newton to make personal appearance at Phipps Plaza Belk

ATLANTA -- NFL quarterback Cam Newton will make a personal appearance at Belk Phipps Plaza, to showcase his new clothing line, MADE Cam Newton, to the public. Event attendees will have the opportunity to meet Mr. Newton, enter to win a $300 MADE Cam Newton wardrobe, receive an autographed photo and view the new MADE Cam Newton collection.

For more information on date and time of Cam Newton's appearance visit Tastemakermag.com

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Carol's Daughter launches new hair salon concept in Atlanta

Submitted by Tiffini Gatlin, Editorial Director
Friday, May 31st, 2013, 7:52pm
Carol's Daughter launches new hair salon concept in Atlanta

Get ready naturalistas, Carol's Daughter launches its first hair salon, Mirror, a new concept in educational hair care. Mirror, located in the Carol's Daughter Lenox Square Mall Store in Atlanta, focuses on getting clients hair to its healthiest state via series of mandatory consultation tests, evaluations, teachings, and in-salon and at-home regimens. Founder Lisa Price, partnered with legendary healthy hair expert Robin D. Groover from Atlanta, for the salon. Groover will bring 20 years of hands-on experience to Lisa's desire to spread her healthy hair message.

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Fashion footwear mogul Steve Madden comes to Macy’s Lenox Square

Submitted by Don Buckindail, Director of Digital Operations
Saturday, April 27th, 2013, 9:00am
Fashion footwear mogul Steve Madden comes to Macy’s Lenox Square

STEVE MADDEN, the legend behind one of the world’s hottest  shoe and lifestyle brands will be holding a meet and greet at Macy’s at Lenox Square, in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, April 27 from 2:00PM- 3:30PM.

The afternoon event will be hosted by TV personality, Julissa Bermudez, of the Style Network’s hit-series Empire Girls.

Guests are invited to meet the footwear tycoon and pose for photos as he autographs complimentary branded tees and tote bags, all while a DJ spins the latest hits.

Visitors will also have the chance to win their very own pair of Steve Madden shoes*, and a special gift will be given to every customer with the purchase of any Steve Madden product on the day of the event. 

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Simon Fashion Now returns to Lenox Square April 26 & 27

Submitted by Atlanta News on Wednesday, April 10th, 1:22 pm
Simon Fashion Now returns to Lenox Square April 26 & 27

ATLANTA -- Spring and summer fashion trends arrive at Lenox Square with Simon Fashion Now™, a series of energetic fashion shows and interactive entertainment designed and presented by Simon Property Group, Inc., the country’s largest owner, developer and manager of high quality retail real estate.

Simon Fashion Now is a vibrant mix of accessible, luxurious and affordable style – from both Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza stores – that provides shoppers the ability to purchase straight from the runway. Each event offers advice and insight into the latest beauty trends, must-have accessories and fashionable flair available at select Simon properties. All events are free and open to the public.

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International model & mentor launches self-worth program for teens at Neiman Marcus

Submitted by T.MORRISON AGENCY, T.MORRISON AGENCY - Your Source for Atlanta's Tastemakers, Movers & Shakers
Friday, February 22nd, 2013, 8:13am
International model & mentor launches self-worth program for teens at Neiman Marcus

ATLANTA -- Lack of self-worth and self-esteem in teens and adolescents is a dangerous epidemic that constitutes as a gateway for many problematic behaviors and actions in their lives such as teen pregnancy STD's, abuse and unhealthy relationships, eating disorders and suicide.  The self esteem of a young girl peaks at the age of 9, and by the age of 12-13, has decreased by more than 56%.

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W Atlanta introduces CFDA (Fashion Incubator) Designer Showcase

Submitted by GA Lottery
Tuesday, December 18th, 2012, 5:26pm
W Atlanta introduces CFDA (Fashion Incubator) Designer Showcase

BUCKHEAD, ATLANTA -- The W Atlanta- Buckhead hosted the first ever Council of Fashion Designers of America (Fashion Incubator) Designer Showcase at the hotel on Wednesday, December 12.

At the showcase, some of the newer designers of CDFA were welcomed, including Burkman Brothers, Emanuela Duca, Daniel Vosovic and WHIT. As well as being the first fashion event of its kind in the country, it marked the launch of the national partnership between W Hotels Worldwide and the CDFA, according to the hotel's General Manager, Marylouise Fitzgibbon.

That morning, CFDA representatives, designers and SCAD students held a meet-and-mentor breakfast, followed by a luncheon and fashion show. The evening ended at the W's Whiskey Blue.

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