Synergy

Last week Evonne Bowling asked me to be a part of Mesa Community College's Fashion Advisory Board. She wanted valley locals connected to the fashion industry to give their input on how MCC could improve its fashion program and better prepare their students for the real world.

It was a fabulous place to meet people! I met Lisa Bayne the owner of the VERY adorable boutique Here On The Corner located in Tempe (714 South College Ave/SW Corner of College and University across from ASU's campus). I brought my pieces into Lisa's boutique today and she took several headbands and barrettes. I also did a bit of shopping -- she has really fresh, fun and affordable items. I love it!!! It is going to be my go to place for birthday and Christmas presents!

I also met the stylist Shannon Campbell at the advisory board meeting. She is in the process of photographing my headbands for an editorial spread. Shannon told me to go over and check out Robert Black (of Ford Modeling Agency)'s new vintage shop in Scottsdale -- Fashion By Robert Black. Robert fell in love with my photography and the look book Ashley Bugg had created. Ashley now has one of the biggest gigs of her career. I hope this launches her into the big leagues!

And this doesn't even include the lovely lady I met through Tracey Martin of Baby Butter Clothing on Saturday. This friend of Tracey just bought a children's television on Nickelodian and I am going to assist Tracey with the styling of the characters!!! Jennifer Paige Headbands will be rocked by actresses :-)

I love networking. I love connecting with people. I love when things fall into place!!!! I love the genuine. The Authentic. The real! Viva those with a soul!!!