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If you're a Project Runway fan, you'll love Seamless in Seattle.

During our first Seamless in Seattle contest, we combed the city for the best up-and-coming fashion designers hungry to change the face of local fashion, and offered up big prizes to the winners, such as the chance to launch their clothing lines at last year’s Fashion First.

This year, we expanded our competition to include bridal and student designers. We also opened up the judging process to engage our readers!

2009 WINNERS:
Emerging Designers
Renee Corrick, Six Degrees: Most Innovative Collection
Jesica Milton, Jesica Milton: Most Cohesive Collection
Honorable mentions: Jason Arrington, Bartholomew: Best Playful Cocktail Couture; Beki Wilson, Jessie David: Best Signature Embellishment

Student Designers
Kolt Putnam, Absolut Allstar: Most Innovative Outerwear
Becky Sullivan, Fleur de Fen: Best everyday collection
Honorable mention: Tanya Ellis, Tanya Min Jee: Most Cohesive Collection


Bridal Designer (featured in Seattle Bride)
Amanda Vernell, Twice Blushed: Best Reconstructed Dresses

Readers' Choice Winner
Eunice Poon, "i dream in cake"

2009 Seamless in Seattle finalists: Jesica Milton; Renee Corrick; Masha Osoianu; Beki Wilson; Jason Arrington; Summer Anne Godfrey; Tanya Min Jee Ellis; Meghan Kerns; Becky Sullivan; Kolt Putnam; Amanda Vernell

Photo Galleries

Jason Arrington


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer 
 
COLLECTION: 
Bartholomew

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
High-end classic party, cocktail and evening wear re-imagined as
statement garments.

Renee Corrick


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Six Degrees

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Six Degrees features bold, sculptured designs for eye-popping glamour. Using sustainable and fair trade fabrics whenever possible with portions of profit used to help eliminate poverty in third world countries.

Summer Anne Godfrey


CATEGORY:  Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:  Bib & Tucker Fall 2009

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Anticipating Fall 2009, Bib & Tucker presents a collection inspired, in part, from luxurious textiles and the need for versatility in women’s clothing. So versatile, each piece can be dressed up or dressed down to accommodate any experience. 

Michelle Rene Lateste


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION: Rene Couture & Rene Design Spring Floral

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Couture: This architectural collection was inspired by a study abroad in Paris, Milan and London. Enjoy the Rene Couture Collection and feast your eyes on the movement and silhouettes. Floral: Be bold and flirty in Rene Designs Spring Collection.

Jesica Milton


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION: Jesica Milton

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: The Jesica Milton brand embodies a relaxed, west coast take on luxury & sophistication. This collection is designed to mix, match, and integrate seamlessly into your urban lifestyle.

Masha Osoianu


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Masha Osoianu Design

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Masha Osoianu Design collection is inspired by the sexy elegance of the 1970s as well the unique nature of the yarn used. This collection is for those who are passionate about art, style and uniqueness.

Eunice Poon


CATEGORY : Emerging Designe

COLLECTION
: "i dream in cake" by Eunice Poon

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Clothing should tell a story, it should leave an impression behind that expresses the beauty of the wearer.  “I dream in cake” caters to 20-30 year old female who want whimsical designs that are fun and carefree, but beautiful all at the same time. 

Kate Stewart


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Clothing by Kate Stewart

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: When all the questions are answered, and all the answers are questions, you’ll still want to wear some really great clothes.

Chloe White


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Rockabilly CLO’ S Fall/Winter 2010

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Rockabilly CLO’ S is fashion for the quintessential young Seattlite. It is music and soul. It is a lifestyle. It is a culture all its own.

Beki Wilson


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Jessie David

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Launched in 2009, Jessie David is a forward thinking women’s wear label based in Seattle Washington.  Designer Beki Wilson creates finely constructed separates and dresses ranging from casual/dressy to eveningwear.  Jessie David, “Fine clothing for the thinking woman.”

Tina Witherspoon


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
glam.spoon

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
What began in 2005 as refashioning pieces in her closet has turned into a small brand of one-of-a-kind women's clothing & accessories sold locally around Seattle under the label "t.spoon." glam.spoon: bohemian chic for women with tenacity.

Lina K. Zeineddine


CATEGORY: Emerging Designer

COLLECTION:
Lina K. Zeineddine

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Lina Zeineddine portrays the story of growth, love, and fulfillment; a world of women, every age, celebrating true beauty inspired from passion of everyday life.


Lucy Love Amberson


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at the Art Institute of Seattle

COLLECTION:
Daisy Designs

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Daisy is inspired by raw nature and combines different textures to create visual art for the eye.  It is where strength and femininity meet.

Justin Bartle


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at the Art Institute of Seattle

COLLECTION: 
Justin Bartle Couture

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Women are expensive.

Tanya Min Jee Ellis


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at New York Fashion Academy

COLLECTION:
VIJE

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
VIJE debuts its contemporary clothing line designed for the modern and sophisticated woman.

Tiffany Friday


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at New York Fashion Academy

COLLECTION
: Eyes on June

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Eyes on June is classic designs for the modern woman.  These flirty garment silhouettes flatter women with a multitude of body types.  With bold colors and rich fabrics, Eyes on June designs accentuate curves while remaining fun and sexy!

Lyndsey Georganne Hayes


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at The Art Institute of Seattle

COLLECTION: Georganne VanDyne

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Georganne VanDyne is a collection for women utilizing natural fabrics and salvaged goods; the vintage silhouettes express unique character and individuality with a shadow of elegance.

Meghan Kerns


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at New York Fashion Academy

COLLECTION:
Mirelle

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Artistically inspired, classical designed luxury apparel for confident and creative women who strive for unique elegance.

Kolt Putnam


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at the Art Institute of Seattle

COLLECTION: Absolut Allstar

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Absolut Allstar is based around the aspects snowboarders need on the mountain but are not given by current designers. We give you ingredients never seen or conceptualized thus far.

Becky Sullivan


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at Seattle Central Community College

COLLECTION: Fleur de Fen

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Beautiful garments that stand out and say something because of subtle details such as fabric-covered buttons and silk ruffles is what Fleur de Fen captures.

Lynne Wedul


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at the International Academy of Design Technology

COLLECTION: 
Walking Contradiction

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Walking Contradiction is for the many aspects of a woman’s personality. The line combines historic fashion with the versatility needed in a woman’s wardrobe today.

Joy Wolcott


CATEGORY: Student Designer, studying at Seattle Central Community College

COLLECTION: 
Dream Catcher

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
Dream Catcher is contemporary clothing for men and women who appreciate small details. It is clothing that provides an alternative and steps outside of normal day life.

Angelia Sasmita


CATEGORY: Bridal Designer

COLLECTION: 
Angelia Sasmita

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
“Details are what make the dress.” My vision is to create an art of bridal couture driven by luxurious and modern design style.

Amanda Vernell


CATEGORY: Bridal Designer

COLLECTION:
Twice Blushed

ABOUT THE DESIGNER:
There are thousands of once loved bridal gowns full of reusable trims, lace, tulle and layers of fabric that have ended up in the local thrift store or sadly buried in a landfill.  With a little TLC, these dresses can have a second chance to make a new bride blush on her big day.



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