Friday 13th March 2009 was the official launch of my business. Since December I have attended meetings at at the TCF (Textiles Clothing and Footwear) Network of CBEC (Caboolture Business Enterprise Centre) in Caboolture, Queensland. The idea of the network is to not only network and forge ties with other fashion related businesses and designers but to also nurture, encourage and support new businesses starting in the Moreton Bay area.
I attended the meeting initially with an open mind and a dream of someday having some sort of fashion business for myself. The Network were so welcoming and encouraging and when the idea was raised about organising a fashion show to showcase the businesses and designers in the Network, well I thought it was my chance to take that large leap into starting up my own business and making my dream a reality.
2 months later and after endless nights of almost zero sleep in preparation, the night was upon us on Friday 13th March. The night was titled "TCF Fashion Extravaganza: New designs, New Designers". I was so fortunate to be able to use the show to launch my new business and show examples of my work.
The night was a huge success and was over in what seemed like 5 minutes! The feedback I received about the show overall was very positive and the all attention I received for my segment in the show was nothing less than glowing. What a relief! I entered 10 pieces to show on the night and these were modelled by the gorgeous Rahnie and Jez. I thank them sincerely for giving up their time and being so enthusiastic about making my segment a success. Thank you girls!
Jeanette Harvey was the overall organiser of the show on Friday and without her the show would have never happened. She was always there to help me during the process of organising the show and thank her from the bottom of my heart for all she did. Gudrun Steiner was also incremental in helping with organising the night too, thank you Gudrun! Irene our compere, Paul the DJ, the sound and lighting crew, RSL staff etc...you were all amazing, thank you so much also.
I appreciate my family and friends who were able to make it on the night too; mum, dad, Marina, Lisa, Claire and Bec. Your support and effort in coming on the night will never be forgotten!
And finally the good bit, the photos from the night! Enjoy!
Hi! I was lead to your blog by Celia Lucas. My name is Rose and I am a Fashion Photographer. You can check out my stuff here: http://flickr.com/photos/fallenrosemedia
ReplyDeleteI am very interested in working with you! I love your work :D
My email is fallenrose@gmail.com if you'd like to chat.
Take care!
rose