"Modeling 4 A Cause" Fashion Show




Hey bloggers and bloggettes! It sure has been a minute since my last post. I hope everyone is enjoying his/her holiday season. I wanted to share with you all my latest show pics. Some of these looks you may have seen on my website or Facebook but for those who have not, here you go!!!! The event was called "Modeling 4 A Cause" which raised money to benefit the local Big Brothers Big Sisters organization as well as to help with the restoration of a local historical landmark, Dreamland Ballroom. The event was held at Dreamland Ballroom and although the venue is old, it was such a beautiful setting. The building is located on Little Rock, Arkansas's W 9th street downtown, which used to be referred to as "Little Harlem" in the 1920s. That's the feel I got when I entered the building before even knowing the history. So many greats performed there which is quite amazing!! So, it's definitely worth saving. Ok, here are pics that were taken during the practice run-through my models did prior to the show. Oh yeah, did I mention I was the featured designer?? ;)

Reaper

Jet

Jersey Girl

New Yorker

Jade



Crown Royal



Asian Peacock



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Heel Condoms?!

Ok, I had to share this thanks to a fellow blogger.  WOW!!!  Check out these so très chic shoe accessories.  There are two styles, "condom" and "panty" styles.  Anyone who knows me is aware of my shoe fetish so this is just what I needed to add that little extra!!  Below are just a few pics I pulled from the site to give you an idea of why I got so excited when I saw these.

And there are soooo many more!!!  Go to http://www.theheelcondoms.com/ to see the entire collection.  AMAZING!!!

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Cirque de Couture "N’cholé Féroce Style" & Other Updates

Hello lovelies!! I know it's been awhile since you last heard from me here but there has been so much going on since Little Rock Fashion Week (LRFW). A LOT!!! If you follow me on Twitter or if you are friends with me on Facebook then you already know about it all. If not, I will do my best to get you up to speed on what's been going on with N’cholé Féroce™. First of all, I have to thank God for all the things that have happened since LRFW. So many blessings have come from all over the place. I have picked up several clients and one of my designs was even featured in the High Profile section of the Sunday Arkansas Democrat-Gazette over Labor Day weekend. The newspaper clip is posted below. I had no idea it would be used to show some of the Fall 2011 trends. Talk about someone EXCITED!!!

Design: "Crown Royal"
Model: Salem Jones

As if last week couldn't get any better, I competed in the 2nd Annual SARPA (Sexual Assault Recovery & Prevention Agency) Cirque de Couture Design Competition in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and finished with 2nd place.  It still felt like 1st place to me because it was something that made me push myself out of my comfort zone.  It was a lot of fun and there's no price a person can place on exposure.  Below are pictures of my models from the competition.  Click on the pictures to get a closer look at their jeweled faces!!! 

Design:  "Mysterious"
Model:  Mallory Meek



Design:  "Tiffany Glam"
Model:  Lashawnda Rhys



Design:  "Flamingo"
Model: D arretta Nelson

Design:  "Merlot"
Model:  Lauren Leach

Design:  "Peacock Goddess"
Model:  Terri Louden-Williams



Be sure to check out The Compassion Fashion Project blog as well for an awesome feature they did on N’cholé Féroce™.  I'm so grateful to them for all the support they have shown!  And as always, I loooooovvve your comments!  Thanks for your support!!!  Stay tuned because this is just the beginning!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Shots from Little Rock Fashion Week 2011

Little Rock Fashion Week 2011........WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I don't believe there are any words for how AMAZING the week-long event truly was.  I gained so many new friends I'm sure will become lifetime connections, on both business and personal levels.  In addition, my line obtained a tremendous amount of exposure.  All the hard work paid off!! 

Based on the feedback I have received, my show was a big success.  Not only was this show meant to bring exposure, it was also a competition.  We should know by the end of this week who will hold the "Clothing Line of the Year" award.  **fingers crossed**  I'll let you all know the turnout once the news has been announced.

Below are a few pics from different events throughout the week.  Professional photos of my Fall/Winter Collection will be posted on my website at a later date.  I will post here once those have been added.  Stay tuned!!






Models Salem Jones and Larry Scruggs
LRFW Media & Industry Mixer

 



The N’cholé Féroce™ Crew before the Posh Expression Experience
(l-r: Salem, Chioma, me, Darretta, Lashawnda, Christina, Carla, Lexi and Valdeana)
Not pictured: Elizabeth



My Eco Friendly Design (right) worn by Model Valdeana Connors

The N’cholé Féroce™ Crew before the Posh Expression Experience

Terri and I after the Young and Fabulous Experience



"Black Swan Uncut"
Model:  Salem Jones



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IT'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Little Rock Fashion Week 2011

What seems like was so far away has arrived!  The opening day for Little Rock Fashion Week 2011 is finally here!!!!  I couldn't be more excited!!!!  What a week this is going to be!!!!  There are so many things going on this week.  Check out the schedule.
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LRFW 2011 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Monday, July 11, 2011
Music Remix Experience
Sticky Fingerz
107 Commerce St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: $5 (in advance)

Tuesday, July 12, 2011
LRFW Presents The Artist Statement
The Butler Center for Arkansas Studies Institute
401 President Clinton Ave.
Little Rock, AR 72201
Time: 7 p.m. 
Tickets: Free & Open to public

Wednesday, July 13, 2011
MEDIA & INDUSTRY MIXER
Lulav
220 West 6th St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
Time: 6 p.m.
Tickets: Invite Only & $50 All Week Pass Holders

Thursday, July 14, 2011
LRFW presents Shoppers' Night Out
Visit various boutiques at Pleasant Ridge Town Center and the Promenade at Chenal to receive discounts and treats
Time: 6 p.m.
Tickets: Free & Open to public

Friday, July 15, 2011
Young & Fabulous Experience
Statehouse Convention Center Ballroom A
7 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
Time: 7 p.m. - Doors open for Expo and mingling at "Fashion District"
8 p.m. - The experience begins
Tickets: $15 (in advance)

Saturday, July 16, 2011
Posh Expression Experience
Statehouse Convention Center Ballroom A
7 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
Time: 7 p.m. - Doors open for Expo and mingling at "Fashion District"
8 p.m. - The experience begins
Tickets: $40 VIP (in advance); $30 general admission (in advance)
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With a schedule like that, the city can't help but be jumpin' all week!!!  I'm especially excited about the Media and Industry Mixer happening Wednesday as I will be able to do some networking which, in the big scheme of things, is more important than the actual runway show. 

I will do my absolute best to keep you all informed on the happenings this week.  Follow me on Twitter (@NcholeFeroce) as well as 'like' my Facebook page for updates!  I plan to post my 2011 Fall/Winter collection after Fashion Week so stay tuned!!!

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It's Almost Showtime!!

I know it's been awhile since last I posted but I'm sure you all can understand why.  There has been so much going on with getting prepared to debut N’cholé Féroce™ at Little Rock Fashion Week 2011 (LRFW), which is just a little under two weeks away.  I can hardly believe it!  It seems like I just found out two weeks ago that I made it.  This experience has been an emotional rollercoaster of highs and lows with the highs definitely outweighing the lows.  Anxiety is to blame for the lows, no doubt.  When a person wants something so badly as I do being named "2011 LRFW Clothing Line of the Year", there is always going to be potential for anxiety to build.  I'm so happy to have a strong support system around me to help push pass those times.  Overall, this has been such a wonderful experience.  I'm looking forward to what's to come!!

After LRFW I plan to post pics of my debut collection, Elegance x Edge on my website.

I appreciate all my followers and the support you all have shown me over this past year.  Your support and encouragement have meant a lot to me.  <3

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Monthly Giveaways

Hello everyone!  I just wanted to update you all on my giveaways for the next few months.  Due to preparation for this year's Little Rock Fashion Week (LRFW), I have not had the time to devote to my monthly giveaways like I had planned at the beginning of the year.  Of course, at that time I hadn't planned on applying for LRFW :)  However, now that I am in the heat of preparations, my time to prepare each monthly giveaway has been shifted to my designing.  I do plan to resume the giveaways after Fashion Week so please be patient :)  Until then, follow me on my "Journey to Showtime" because it's going to be exciting!!!

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2011 Little Rock Fashion Week™ - It’s Fashionment™

****screaming with excitement****


2011 Little Rock Fashion Week™ (LRFW) is quickly approaching and I can hardly contain myself!!!  If you all have been with me since 2010 LRFW, then you know how much I enjoyed it and even mentioned I looked forward to the day I could have a collection showcased in the Posh Expression show.  Well, guess what?!?!  That time has come!!!  God is good!!!  Over the course of my "Journey to Showtime", I plan to update you all here with what's going on in the world of N’cholé Féroce™.  Hang on for the ride.  It's sure to be an exciting one!!


I'll leave you with this today just to get the excitement flowing for you like it is for me and all involved with 2011 Little Rock Fashion Week™.  "It’s Fashionment™, baby!"

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April Giveaway winner is...

Heather!!!  Congrats, Heather!  Your prize will be mailed Monday morning!!  And I'm so sorry I'm posting a day late.  Unfortunately, the delay was out of my control.

Stay tuned for the May Giveaway announcement coming soon!

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Design of the Day - "Jamaica"

When I saw this fabric, the first thing I thought of was JAMAICA and a vacay!!!!  Easy, flowing cotton that is so soft to the touch.  All day comfort while looking stylish.  Currently, I have one dress left (size 4 but stretches to a 6 nicely).  This dress goes for $45 as is.  If you are a lady who likes a shorter hemline, it will be an additional $5 to alter.  I plan to have more sizes soon.  I'll post when they are available or you may contact me via email to reserve your size.  As always, thanks for stopping by!!

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Catwalk Countdown - An Online Fashion Game

Oh wow!!!  Look at what I found!!!!!!!!!!  I am HOOKED!!!!  I played the trial version of this game on the "All On The Line" (Sundance Channel) website (thanks, Latiste!).  "All On The Line", in case you all didn't know, is a reality show featuring Joe Zee from Elle Magazine.  He is helping "once-upon-a-time" designers get back into the fashion industry.  Great show, btw.  I wanted to share this fabulous game with my followers who love fashion as much as I.  Trust me, you will love it!





****For more information on the game, go here.

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April Giveaway - "Edge x Bling"

As promised, today I am posting this month's giveaway, "Edge x Bling" which is a pair of earrings sure to get double takes :)  Same rules apply:  You need to be a follower of this blog OR a follower on Twitter (@NcholeFeroce) in order to be entered into the drawing which will be held April 29 instead of April 30.  Simply leaving a comment on this post will not get you entered if you're not a follower.  Let the game begin!!!

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Design of the Day - "Spring into Sexy"

YAYYY!!  Spring is REALLY here now and I couldn't be happier.  The sun shining brightly along with this gorgeous weather is perfect for this "flowy" design.  I had a lot of fun making this dress.  It was my first time to literally drape and start cutting into the design I envisioned.  I call this design "Spring into Sexy" because 1) the colors definitely put me in the springtime mindset and 2) I felt very "classy-sexy" when I put it on.  Sexy doesn't have to be skin tight. My husband loves this look and I have to honestly say I love it too!

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March Giveaway Winner is.....

...Charla Hanson!  Congratulations, Charla.  Please email your mailing address to me and I get your items in the mail!

Thanks to everyone who played.  Be on the lookout for April's giveaway.  I will post the items April 15 and the winner will be posted April 30.  Please remember in order to be entered you must be a follower of this blog or a follower of @NcholeFeroce on Twitter.

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March Giveaway: Zebra Madness

As promised, here is this month's giveaway.  All you have to do is be a follower on Twitter (@NcholeFeroce) or a follower of this blog to be considered as well as post to this entry if you are interested in being entered into the giveaway.  Pretty simple.  The winner will be announced at noon Central March 31.  Thanks for playing!!

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Where has the time gone?!?!?

WOW!  Talk about being busy!!!  I have completely missed February's blog giveaway.  I apologize!!  Now, I suppose I need to come up with something extra HOT for March's giveaway.  Stay tuned for the announcement on MARCH 20 of what will be in this month's giveaway!!  Thanks for playing!!

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January Giveaway Winner is....

TIFFANY LITTLE!!!  Congrats, Tiffany!!!  In addition to the Sweet Envy necklace you will also receive this limited edition scarf which is from my Black Swan collection!  Please email me at sheila@ncholeferoce.com with your mailing address.

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Design of the Day: "Black Panther"

My latest creation....I hope you like it!  The fabric has wavy designs and I lined it with red satin, per my client's request.  I added the pleather to the top side of the collar to add a little more edge.  I like how it turned out.  What do you all think??

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Design of the Day: "Blueberry Lemonade"

Today's design is actually a rework of a few pieces.  The blue and yellow discs were originally earrings my sister, Rasolyn had.  While I was visiting her during the holidays I saw the earrings and absolutely loved them but soon figured out why she didn't wear them.  They were too heavy for her earlobes :(  So, of course, that gave me inspiration to create something for her to be able to wear.  I am happy with how this set turned out.  She hasn't seen it yet...LOL!  I do plan to mail it to her today though :)

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"Black Swan"

Today's design is my latest creation.  Thanks to a friend, I have named it "Black Swan" and by looking at it you can see why.  The fabric is a mix of rayon and knit and it's very soft.  There were only two of these made (one for my BFF and myself) so sorry to those of you who may have wanted one :(  However, if you like the cut of the dress and/or wrap, I would be happy to create this again, just with a different fabric.  I am happy with how this turned out and I hope you all like it as well.  As always, your comments are welcomed and appreciated.

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January Giveaway - "Sweet Envy"

Again, I want to apologize for not posting this month's giveaway on Monday like I had promised.  Because I was late in posting, I am including a bonus with the giveaway this month.  That will be a surprise to the lucky winner.  This month's giveaway is the Sweet Envy necklace ($22 value) that seemed to get a lot of attention when I previously posted it (and I thank you for that).  Simple terms for entering as usual.  The drawing for this month's giveaway will be January 21 and the winner will be posted by noon.  Thanks for playing!!!

Terms of January giveaway:  You have to be a follower of this blog OR be a follower of N’cholé Féroce on Twitter.  When you post a comment, you will need to let me know if you follow my blog or follow on Twitter.

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Sorry for the delay :(

This month's giveaway is still on.  The item will be shown tomorrow.  I'm very sorry for the delay.

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A NEW YEAR GIVEAWAY!!!

MONDAY, I will post the item(s) to be given away for January!!!  Remember there will be a giveaway each month on my blog.  This year you need to be a follower of my blog in order to receive the items being given away.  Check back Monday to see what is this month's hot item!!

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"Faux Real" Fur Vest

Happy New Year!!!!!

I hope you all had a wonderful and very blessed holiday season!  I know I sure did!  I enjoyed my much-needed vacation but now it's back to business!!!!  I am looking forward to 2011 and all the experiences and blessings I know are waiting just around the corner!

This vest is my latest creation.  The middle front has a faux leather panel with a zipper.  I wore this while visiting family and friends during the holidays and got positive feedback on it so I thought I would share with my followers here.  Let me know what you think about it.  I do plan to make more in other colors so stay tuned!!! 

 

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