Marilyn Dress

February 18, 2012 by fashionaidah

This sexy halter dress is stunning! In beautiful royal purple with aqua lining, and stretch satin to hug your curves. Wraps high around the waist and ties in back. Includes flower brooch. ($175) Handmade to order, custom colors available. Advertisements

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TBD: Crystal Couture 2012 coverage

February 9, 2012 by fashionaidah

TBD, February 09, 2012 Crystal Couture: Models rock the catwalk in Crystal City Crystal City’s five-day fashion show, which began Tuesday and wraps up tomorrow, features more than 40 area designers and boutiques. On Wednesday night, Kate Michael (K Street Kate) and Bianca Chardei, a former contestant on America’s Next Top Model, served as hosts.This model’s clothing and accessories are from the Aidah Collection, an eco-friendly fashion line inspired by natural elements.

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Aidah Spring 2012 at DC Fashion Week Eco-Fashion Show

September 19, 2011 by fashionaidah

The Spring 2012 Collection, in shades of aubergine, taupe and turquoise, is inspired by the desert hills of the Aidah’s native San Diego. The style is bohemian chic with dresses, shorts, blouses and accessories in richly colored cotton. Photos below are from the DC Fashion Week Eco Fashion Show on September 19, 2011 by Phelan Marc for Shy Magazine See more photos from the Crystal Couture Show RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/283407761669947/ From Left to right: Paul Wharton of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of […]

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BTH Artistry in action

August 3, 2011 by webmanager

August 2011 – Makeup artist Felicia Grey of BTH Artistry prepping model Czaryna Mortley for the Essence Magazine Hair shoot with photographer Jati Lindsay. hair by Charlene Brown is next! View the final photo

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Satin Kathy Dress with Color Block

June 18, 2011 by fashionaidah

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