STARS Designer Line-Up
Coral Castillo | @cc.coral
Amanda Valentine | @valentimes
Fabio Costa | @notequal
Korto Momolu | @kortomomolu
Nancy Volpe-Beringer | @nancyvolpeberinger
Brittany Allen | @brittanyallen.atx
“Won’t you take me as I am .. When will I belong?”
~ Geographer “When Will I Belong”, Nancy Volpe-Beringer @ AFW 2023
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Coral Castillo
Coral Castillo’s runway collection at Austin Fashion Week was a stunning display of her signature blend of boldness, elegance, and Mexican heritage. The collection of black macrame gowns wasn’t afraid to push boundaries, featuring sleek black pieces with daring cutouts that exuded confidence and sensuality. Despite the playful elements and casual material, Castillo’s designs maintained an underlying sense of elegance with structured silhouettes and flattering cuts. For such a natural texture, many of the pieces from her Goddess collection evoked body armor. Coral Castillo considers herself a macrame artist
Amanda Valentine
Fabio Costa :: NotEqual
NotEqual is a slow fashion brand all about breaking the rules and ditching gender labels. Picture this: every piece is like a work of art, made with top-notch quality, crazy attention to detail, and some seriously cool fabric tricks. Building layers of materials like leather, cotton and linen shapes these innovative architectural silhouettes. It’s not just clothes; it’s a whole vibe of innovation, unique styles, and some artisan magic thrown in for good measure.
Nancy Volpe-Beringer
Nancy Volpe-Beringer has a goal for inclusivity in the fashion world. Her models began their slow saunter down the runway to the beat of Geographer’s “When Will I Belong” with faces hidden behind masquerade masks, revealing themselves as they approached the photo pit. (If you’re a fan of TV show New Amsterdam, the song should sound familiar).
Brittany Allen
Dive into the fabulous world of Brittany Allen’s latest collection, where bold, vibrant, and playful collide in a stunning dance of style! It’s not just about the clothes; it’s a vibe, a whole mood! Brittany’s collection isn’t just a lineup of garments; it’s a celebration of fun, energy, and empowerment. Each piece is a testament to her personal style, an embodiment of her brand identity that screams, “Why blend in when you can stand out?”
Korto Momolu
Korto Momolu brought her signature Afro-Bohemian flair to Austin Fashion Week 2023. Her collection was a stunning celebration of her Liberian heritage and personal journey, infused with rich textures, vibrant colors, and a touch of the avant-garde.
And just like that, the STARS of Austin Fashion Week faded into the night, leaving behind a kaleidoscope of glitter, glamour, and avant-garde artistry. In the vibrant tapestry of Austin’s fashion scene, the STARS have not only shone brightly, but they have illuminated the path towards a fashion future that is bold, boundless, and undeniably Texan.
Shop My Look from Austin Fashion Week STARS Runway Show
I’m a fan of a traditional black and white Houndstooth (even wore it on AFW Day 1 in green and black!) but went bolder with the fur texture of this vintage Elle coat (similar coats linked). Also bold for me — at least when I’m not. runway myself — is a sheer top. And lastly, these boots were a thrifting find this spring that finally got their time in, if not the sun, at least in the spotlight of Austin’s most anticipated fall fashion event.
