Aidah Spring 2013 at Fashion Beauty Lifestyle Expo

October 16, 2012 by webmanager

Dear Friends and Supporters, It is with great enthusiasm that I announce my participation in the 4th Annual Fashion Beauty & Lifestyle Expo by the CW DC50! I launched my ethical fashion line in Spring 2008 and ten seasons later I am excited to showcase my Spring 2013 Collection at this fabulous event. My Story (the short version): When I was about 5 years old my mother started teaching me to hand stitch, but I didn’t start making dresses until […]

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Marilyn Halter Dress in Cotton

July 13, 2012 by webmanager

Super sexy and vivacious. This form-fitting halter dress wraps and ties around the waist and neck. ($95) Handmade with 100% cotton.

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City Girl Tote

July 5, 2012 by webmanager

Always on the go? Add some flare to your daily commute with this carryall tote bag. Both professional and stylish, this deceivingly large bag can fit an extra outfit, shoes, and even your laptop. Also great for beaches and picnics! Handmade in durable polyester wool with satin lining, and embellished with Aidah’s signature painted emblem. ($35) Dimensions: Width 12″; Depth 3″; Length 29″ for shoulder; Length 39″ for cross-body; Care: Machine Wash cold

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Marymount University Students: “Designer of the Year”

February 12, 2012 by webmanager

By Melissa Burris of the Examiner Read the Full Article  February 18, 2012 – Students at Marymount University presented the Voyage to Utopia Fashion Show, organized by the African Caribbean Student Association. Voyage to Utopia recognized Aidah Fontenot as Designer of the Year. She is a DC designer who incorporates an ethical green mission in her company. “I was touched to be honored by the Marymount University students. The students at that campus have continually supported my events and a few have made […]

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Refinery 29: Support Homegrown Talent

December 7, 2011 by webmanager

Support Homegrown Talent With A Two-Part Holiday Trunk Show By Erin Cunningham Eco-friendly fave Carbon boutique is already known for championing local design talent, but for the holidays, the shop is dialing up that support by hosting a two-part trunk show series for Aidah Collection, designed by local lady Aidah Fontenot. Think sustainable-chic dresses, skirts, and tops from the fall/winter ’11 collection, plus some stocking-stuffer extras, like hand-painted totes and crafty holiday cards. For the thrifty, there are gifts for a steal (the […]

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Miss Maryland, Tiffany Parker

November 26, 2011 by webmanager

November 2011 – “Enchanting Women Foundation First Annual Phenomenal Women Honorary Gala with [Tiffany Parker] Miss Maryland US (who looked gorgeous in her gown by Aidah Collection) at Topaz Hotel” – Miss Vannette via Facebook

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SHIFT: The Future of DC Fashion

November 9, 2011 by webmanager

November 9, 2011 –  “At SHIFT: The Future of DC Fashion with Christine Brooks-Cropper, President of Greater Washington Chamber of Commerce (left) and Designer Aidah Fontenot” – Desiree Venn Frederic (of Fashion Empowering Women, on the right) via Facebook

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Editorial: Negative Space

October 15, 2011 by webmanager

Photos from Aidah Collection Spring 2011 Editorial Shoot by Dylan Serres and Michael Morelli. Models Juelles Chester and Janine Clay

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Satin Tubular Scarf

October 5, 2011 by webmanager

New! This beautiful hand painted scarf adds unique elegance to any outfit. Fabric: Lightweight Satin. Shown in teal, eggplant and black. Custom colors available. Handmade with hand painted gold emblem.    

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