Press
Voyage: Atlanta
“Shopping in the menswear section was never a fun, bright experience like shopping in the women’s department, which is why I plan to change the narrative for shopping centers and create a more inclusive environment for all shoppers. The Beauty and the Beast concept opts-out of gender identified fashion by mixing feminine and masculine aesthetics to bring a new approach to the fashion industry.”
Chicago Tribune
Emerging Chicago fashion design students with a show themed "Reflections," and awards to Alante C. Baugh from The Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago, first place; Sharrell Smith from Columbia College Chicago, second place and Kelsey Kasom from Columbia College Chicago, third place.
The Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence
Alante Baugh won first place at the The 15th Anniversary Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence. Alante won amongst a talented selection of students from the top fashion institutions in the area. The judging panel included industry insiders: Caryn Klein, Costume Director, Steppenwolf Theatre Company; Kpoene’ Kofi-Nicklin, Creative Director, Mignonette Bridal; Wendy Krimins, General Manager, Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue; and Kristin Larson, Chicago Correspondent, WWD.
Alante was recognized by WGN Morning News and Trendy Magazine for his award.
AUC Agency: Olympia Fashion Show
Held on the Morehouse College Tennis courts, this show features amazing models and current students from Morehouse College, Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, New York University, and Georgia State University. It also includes various designers from across the nation.