More than 140 fashion and accessory designers, photographers, models, make-up artists, hair and fashion stylists, and other professionals in the fashion industry are convening at The Park at Fourteenth on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 7:00pm for their monthly meeting to network and exchange ideas, organize events and promote the growth of fashion-related business in the District.

Local designers and businesses to be featured in the show include: LoveRocksBoutique.com, Lily Lily Boutique, L-Shandi, Verdette, CG Originals, Evelyn Brooks Designs, MooJoo Ken and YoSoy Fashion. Hair and makeup is provided by PR at Partners – Metro Center.

“This presentation is a spring fashion preview. It's important for all of us to know what is going on in the fashion world, not just in DC. The apparel and accessories designers, boutique owners, models, makeup artists, hair and fashion stylists are all DC Fashionista Group members. We are proud to have a little bit of everything in our group,” stated Bonnie-Love, Owner/Buyer of LoveRocksBoutique.com.

Founded August 2, 2006 by Abigail de Casanova, Jewelry Designer and Wardrobe Stylist, this fashion-forward group has grown to more than 980 members in just two years. The group serves as a forum and networking opportunity for those who would like to become involved in the industry to work in photo shoots, runway shows and other fashion events in DC. A highly diverse group of professionals, DC Fashionistas are talented, friendly and supportive. The environment they create caters to achieving common goals in the world of fashion. To join the DC Fashionista Group, please visit http://fashionista.meetup.com/95/.

Photo: Victor C., D.C. Fashionistas