What a whirlwind this fall has been! After two fashion shows and a trunk show to boot, I’m just now able to catch my breath. Taking a moment to process it all, I realize how grateful I am to still be doing what I love, 45 years later, with the support of the Denver community. My most recent fashion show, which took place in conjunction with Mayor Hancock‘s Diversity and Inclusion Awards, really felt like a celebration of all of these things. It was the icing on the cake, if you will 😉
The Brooks LTD lineup for the Mayor’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards runway show, including myself and Commissioner Tony Smith. Photo by Kyle David Jones.
It was truly an honor to be included in this special event, which was hosted by the Denver Commission on Aging for an audience of over 300 elected officials, city commissioners and other movers and shakers. The Commission first approached me, seeking an event program that was a little more ‘out of the box,’ yet needing a community partner that made sense for the theme of the event: “Together for the Ages.” Knowing that my brand, Brooks LTD, has been a part of Denver fashion for over four decades, they reached out, and I couldn’t have been more thrilled.
StyleCrone aka Judith Boyd is a model of “ageless beauty” on the runway. Photo by Kyle David Jones.
Denver Commissioner Barbara Evans Small in a custom made gold lame caftan. Photo by Kyle David Jones.
Model Mallory High in a magenta taffeta occasion dress
Split it up… an evening skirt look in magenta taffeta and red silk top, modeled by Grace Chang. Photo by Kyle David Jones.
Chic and architectural, this ponte dress is as comfortable as it is stylish. As seen on model Sandi Siegel, shot by Kyle David Jones.
Not only was the Mayor’s Diversity and Inclusion Awards an opportunity to showcase some of my latest couture gowns and bespoke ensembles, but it was also the perfect opportunity to bring awareness to ageism in fashion – a topic that is close to my heart. I always make it a point to show my designs on women of all ages, races and sizes, and this event was no exception. My diverse group of 10 professional models and 5 (very brave) commissioner-models strutted the runway, showing that mature women deserve the same respect and reverence as their younger counterparts. Videographer DigitalPreserve did an amazing job of capturing the ambiance, which you can watch below.
The Brooks LTD designs that were presented at this once-in-a-lifetime event included the gilded looks from my recent Golden Dreams collection, as well as some newer couture gowns in bold magenta, red, and purple hues, and a selection of my fall ready-to-wear collection. Each model was custom fitted in her ensemble, and the commissioners in particular had their own custom designs completely tailor-made for them. The highlight of the evening, however, had to be my moment with Mayor Michael Hancock, as well as a special surprise that the Commission on Aging had in store for me. More on that next week… stay tuned!
A photo op with Denver Mayor Michael Hancock at his Diversity and Inclusion Awards. Image by Kyle David Jones.
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