At age 12, Amanda Casarez' fashion DNA began running through her veins after her mom introduced her to the art of sewing. A “fashionable nerd”, Casarez studied Biology and Fashion Design and Merchandising. After dressing her first celebrity, super model Veronica Webb at this year’s NYFW Red Dress Collection Show; we can’t wait to see her designs taking off the runway next August 10th at The Majorette when Pins and Needles comes to life. With the creation of her own brand, Amanda Casarez has been dressing “bold and unapologetic” women.
Read MoreFrom Nashville, Tennessee, Kat Gaume, owner and creator of Kat’s Original Designs; will return to St. Louis to compete at the Pins and Needles 9th Annual Designers Competition next August 10th. This talented designer went from creating cosplays for herself during high school to expanding her fashion design skills by interning with Truly Alvarenga and assisted her for the Nashville Fashion Week 2017. In fact, the first time she made a bodysuit was for her customer, EDM vocalist and songwriter, Adara; who performs across the country at festivals and raves. With her talent and surprising experience, we can't help but be excited to see what this young designer will bring to life in the runway.
Read MoreUnlike last years, in which the show was opened by the former winner of the competition, the show will be opened by special guest Charles Smith II.
Read MoreThe 9th annual Pins and Needles is on the making now that the Emerging 6 across the nation have been found. Many applications were received, but only these 6 will get to amaze us with their deigns next August 10th at The Majorette. Get to know them!The 9th annual Pins and Needles is on the making now that the Emerging 6 across the nation have been found. Many applications were received, but only these 6 will get to amaze us with their deigns next August 10th at The Majorette. Get to know them!
Read MoreApplications Accepted Online Starting April 1
Brainchild Events is seeking emerging fashion designers to submit designs for the 2017 Pins & Needles showcase, to be held in August 2017.
Read MoreI think fashion chose me, honestly. I don’t really feel like I had a choice, it was within me. I just honed the technical skills.
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