Two Central Ohio Black Female Fashion Designers Shine at Art Basel Miami Beach!
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. - Dec. 13, 2023 - PRLog -- In an unprecedented fusion of fashion and art, the Fashion Shows Art Basel Miami Beach premiered at the world's preeminent arts festival on December 10th. This groundbreaking event, conceived by Thomas McClure - founder of Fashion Week Columbus and the Columbus Fashion Council - showcased the avant-garde creations of two remarkable Central Ohio Black female designers, Xantha Ward of Xantha and Renae Kotarski of Anastasi Fashion.
Thomas McClure, visionary behind The Fashion Shows Art Basel Miami Beach, remarked, "Introducing Central Ohio designers to the global stage at Art Basel was an intuitive decision. The Fashion Shows is a platform for designers whose work transcends conventional fashion, and has a focus on incorporating art within couture, streetwear, surface art, and wearable art collections. Xantha and Anastasi Fashion perfectly embody our mission, seamlessly blending the realms of fashion and art."
Renowned for her extensive 30-year career, Xantha Ward's designs have graced the wardrobes of celebrities (TV Series "Queen Sugar") and been featured in prestigious publications like Forbes, Elle, and Bazaar. Her recent collection, celebrated for its sustainable fashion ethos, has made waves from London Fashion Week to Fashion Week Columbus, and now at The Fashion Shows Art Basel Miami Beach. "Participating in this event was like entering a vibrant world where art and fashion converge in the most inspiring ways," Xantha commented. - https://www.xanthasworld.net
Renae Kotarski, the creative force behind Anastasi Fashion, shared her excitement: "Debuting at The Fashion Shows Art Basel Miami Beach was a phenomenal experience. The professionalism of Thomas McClure's team and the venue's ambiance perfectly complemented our fashion vision." Anastasi Fashion, known for its contemporary, minimalist, and slightly edgy designs, stands out for its use of organic and environmentally conscious fabrics, aligning with Renae's passion for sustainable fashion. Her brand has graced runways at Fashion Week Columbus, Tampa Fashion Week, and now at this prestigious Miami event. - https://anastasifashion.com
Setting itself apart from the usual resort and swimwear typically seen at Art Basel Miami Beach, The Fashion Shows introduced a refreshing and diverse palette of couture from Central Ohio, courtesy of these talented Black female designers. The event was a celebration of diversity, featuring a wide array of models, team members, and designers, mirroring the rich tapestry of our global society. The Fashion Shows team is already buzzing with ideas and plans for an even more mesmerizing display at Art Basel Miami Beach in 2024.
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December 13, 2023 at 18:09 PM EST