Released on: July 15, 2008, 10:03 am

Press Release Author: Paula Whittle

Industry: Apparel & Fashion

Press Release Summary: - Industry insiders to convene during weeklong fashion event
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Press Release Body: ATLANTA, Ga. (July 15, 2008) - In August 2007, history was made
as the Atlanta Fashion Network presented the first annual Atlanta International
Fashion Week. This year, from July 23th through 27th, fashion will take center
stage once again for the second installment of the most highly anticipated fashion
event of the year. This year's event will draw in international fashion moguls,
celebrities, models, agents, press and buyers at downtown Atlanta's prominent
exposition center, the Georgia World Congress Center.

In producing AIFW, the Atlanta Fashion Network plans to shape current fashion and
style by displaying what Atlanta has to offer in the world of fashion. Atlanta is
known as a chief influencer and birthplace of numerous mainstream musicians and
genres, however it is the goal of AIFW Director, Paula Whittle, to have Atlanta
recognized as an emerging fashion capital. "Atlanta is known as a music Mecca, but
is now becoming a site for fashion stimulus, and can now play a major role in the
fashion arena and gain international recognition," says Whittle. "I want to bridge
the two to create a powerful, innovative convergence." With that, the Atlanta
International Fashion Week welcomes international designers and models from various
worldwide destinations such as Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Puerto Rico, the United
Kingdom and the Virgin Islands.

During AIFW, attendees will view several fashion runway shows, in addition to
innovative and informative workshops and fashion-based curricula within the Pretty
Academy School of Fashion. Classes will be instructed by industry experts and AIFW
Fashion Council members including Leo Marshall (Celebrity Photographer), Mychael
Knight (Project Runway, Celebrity Designer), Sybil Pennix (Celebrity Stylist) and
many more. In addition, AIFW will feature an exquisite and innovative trunk show,
"Fashion Store".

AIFW will feature catwalk favorites modeling fall's hottest looks with showcases
from famous lines such as TLC member Tboz's Chase's Closet, Ed Hardy, Rock &
Republic, True Religion, Akademiks, Apple Bottoms, Enyce, Baby Phat, Phat Farm,
Rocawear, Young Jeezy's line 8732 Clothing, Ashley Stewart, plus many more. Some of
the elaborate shows will also include Kouture Kids, Urbanstyle Fashion Affair,
Exotica, Fantasy Island, Curvy Couture, PRIVE Fashion Affair and Men of Style in
order to cater to the style in everyone.

Come to Atlanta to experience the convergence of the most powerful ideas and most
powerful network. From Wednesday to Sunday, participants will be immersed in
actionable learning and profitable exchange. Atlanta International Fashion Week has
teamed up with the fashion industry's internationally renowned elite to afford
aspiring designers and models the opportunity to network, learn and enjoy the best
that Atlanta has to offer in fashion, style, glamour and nightlife at various
acclaimed venues throughout the city. This star-studded affair will be entertaining
and designed to benefit local and national charities all in the name of fashion.
Some of the many AIFW supporters and partners include Inside Fashion World Magazine,
Mymodeltalk.com, Elvie G Public Relations, Paul Mitchell School, John Robert Powers,
JPat Records, Mallard Magazine, Dan Agency, La La Sincerely Inc, Midori Star Media
and many more. For more information on this epic event, visit
www.AtlantaIntlFashionWeek.com or call 888.215.5141.

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Web Site: http://www.atlantaintlfashionweek.com

Contact Details: Paula Whittle
Phone: 888.215.5141
Email:info@atlantaintlfashionweek.com