Unique Blend Models... The name says it all and now Founder and CEO of UBM Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams will be producing the companies first ever Fashion Week with their Casting Call to be held on Saturday April 4th 2015 in Dany Studios NYC . UBM is seeking a model composition diverse in flavor who are well equipped with the curves necessary to serve it up on the Runway. Both Men and Women are invited to attend the casting by clicking the Eventbright invite and printing their complimentary entry ticket. Once you do you are well on your way to be not only considered to walk in the first ever Fashion Week production from the UBM Brand but you will be strutting for some of the Plus Size Fashions worlds most respected figures. For a Who's Who just keep reading and make sure you keep the date locked in for #UBMFW's pyrophoric (I just learned that word and its yummy) production which will be set ablaze this Summer July 30th to August 1st.
***Casting Details***
MALES & FEMALES...ALL SIZES (petite, straight, plus), SHAPES & COLORS are welcome!
Models, please come with at least two comp cards. We except you to bring your A-Game! Once again All models must have a FREE printed ticket for entry into the casting room.
FEMALE MODELS CASTING for the Birds of Paradise show will be led by Jeannie Ferguson. Casting is from 2:30pm - 5:30pm.
Please note that ALL MODELS need to be present to be considered. Ladies, please have your heels on prior to entering into the casting room...no boots or wedges allowed. Please wear black leggings and black tank top.
MALE MODELS CASTING (Suits-N-Swag) will be led by Allen Owtrage Bush and Donte Peay, CEO of Shades of Chocolate. Casting is from 6:00pm - 8:30pm. Guys, please come well groomed and ready to strut. Some of you may be asked to take your shirts off...please be prepared to do so. (PLEASE NOTE WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOUNG MEN AND MEN 18 and Up.)
***Founder CEO***
Size Matters Photography Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams
Introducing none other than the Founder and Executive Director of Unique Blend Models Fashion Week Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams. Andrene is passionate, vivacious and set to bring you a diverse runway and model platform this summer offering sizzling fashion and models to execute the vision with the highest standards present. Andrene is a mentor to numerous male and female adult and youth models using her industry savvy to ensure successful branding and marketing. Designers and Models alike are drawn to her lively spirit and tell it how it is business approach which has brought her much respect and success over the years. DESIGNER PACKAGES ARE AVAILBLE!!
Here are some insider details shared with yours truly: If interested contact Andrene Directly via email ubmfashionweek@gmail.com
Introduction at Launch Party - Designer can display one piece from their collection
· Logo placement on social sites, website…etc
· Bio placed in program
· PR intern to assist you during Press Party
· Invitation to Press Party….1 on 1 interview
· Reputable media coverage
· Pictures taken on red carpet
· Designer's information included on all promotion
· Guests made aware that Pop-Up Store will be presented prior to events
· High caliber modes
· Hair stylists and Make-up artists
· CD with pictures of your collection
· Refreshment and finger food provided during events
· Pop-Up Shop after event on August 1, 2015
· 2 general admission tickets & 1 VIP
· Designers will be able to present 10-12 completed looks
· UBMFW will serve as a PR for designers in ensuring that designers gets as much exposure as possible which will in turn get guests/customers awareness which can lead to increase sales
***Judges Panel***
Photo by @PlusModelShoots, Jeannie Ferguson
UBMFW's female model casting call will be led by Runway Diva & Petite Plus Model Pioneer Jeannie Ferguson. Ferguson who has attained success in this industry as an independent agent, is widely celebrated for being a Runway Top Model. A little heads up... I suggest before you head to UBM's casting you invest in yourself and your brand by attending Jeannie's Up & Coming 'Walk This Way' Runway Class to get a look and feel for what the Judges will be scouting for as well as a chance to win a mini head shot photoshoot with @PlusModelShoots and walk in a mini fashion show with @KurvaciousBoutique!!!
Plus Model Icon Catherine Schuller
Catherine Schuller hit the mainstream as a Plus Model signed with Ford Modeling agency during the 1980's and has only grown her empire to now host the hottest weekly Internationally Celebrated Runway Brunch 'Runway the Real Way' where all sizes, ages, genders, orientations and persuasions come to show what REAL Runway diversity looks like. As the VP of the AICI as well as FIT Special Sizes course instructor ,Catherine is the sought after by major media outlets and is the 'go to' for all things plus/ curvy industry related.
Editor & Chief of Fashion Avenue News Magazine Sofia Davis
Sofia Davis is the visionary behind Fashion Avenue News Magazine featuring the brightest in Up & Coming Fashion Talents. Fashion Avenue News Magazine is currently available at the Magazine Cafe, 15 West 37th Street in Manhattan covering all things beauty and fashion related.
Size Matters Photography, Theresa Randolph
Theresa Randolph is the Executive Director of the Ms.Full Figured USA Pageant and for the past 25 years has been a strong advocate for Plus Size women and Models. Through her years of dedication she has received many honors including Plus Pageant of the Year bestowed by Full Figure Fashion Week, noted as "A Trailblazer and Trendsetter".
CEO Shades of Chocolate Donte Peay
Donte Peay is the CEO of Shades of Chocolate. A group who's purpose is to build a network of modeling industry professional put in place to help each other this tough competitive field. Donte and Shades of Chocolate focuses on the well dressed man with a refined sense of style sharing his vision with others for empowerment.
Allen Owtrage Bush
Apart of the UBM Male Model Divison Allen Set out to start up the non for profit
Successfully Overcoming Strict Limitations (SOSL)
Executive Director of Small Boutique Fashion Week Ellington Hughs
Preston Walker aka Ellington Hughs geared his passion for fashion to cultivate 'Hugh'ly successful Small Boutique Fashion Week, LLC procuring an independent buyer/ sellers market for independent designers and other fashion industry professionals. Small Boutique Fashion Week, LLC is geared towards professionals in the fashion industry; owners, buyers, fashion designers, stylists, photographers, fans of fashion, and members of the fashion media (i.e. journalists, bloggers, photographers, etc.).
Small Boutique Fashion Week is coming up this Valentine 2015 Get you tickets now cause its gonna be HAUTE!!!
So there you have it!! If you are passionate about entering the Modeling world THIS IS IT!! With so many platforms to build from this is your opportunity to Show and Prove why YOU deserve to be seen.
MODELS you see the panel. Designers You recognize the opportunity for maximum brand exposure and now that you are well versed in the amazing opportunity afforded by the Unique Blend Models Brand as well as the all of the INVALUABLE knowledge you are sure to gain at this point 'it aint nothing to it but to do it'!!!!!
PRESS PLAY!!!!!
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