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Island Dress by Aidah | Spring 2012

Island Sundress

June 30, 2012 by aidahfashion

This cotton sundress is easy, flirty and flattering on all shapes. Aubergine with hot pink side stripe and pink braided belt. Very comfortable in the summer heat. ($75) 100% natural materials. Handmade to order. In her hair: Flower pin handcrafted from remnant fabric A fantastic maternity dress.

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Bloggers Who Love Aidah

June 17, 2012 by aidahfashion

…I love them back and so should you! xo K Street Kate Oh My Goff The Capitol Fashionista Examiner.com (writers Kate Michael, Katherine Limon, Sandra Oulmas, Weatherly Hulsey) Gregslist DC

Categories: Press • Tags: aidah collection, aidah fontenot, blogger, eco, ethical, fashion, handmade, san diego, sustainable, washington dc

Queen Gown by Aidah | Spring 2012

Grecian Gown

May 30, 2012 by aidahfashion

Great as a maternity gown  

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Designer Aidah Fontenot Spotlighted in JET Magazine

May 26, 2012 by aidahfashion

Designer Aidah Fontenot is featured in the May 14, 2012 edition of JET Magazine for her “flexible fashions” for Maternity. Aidah Fontenot: Designer’s looks translate from bump to post-baby body By Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond JET Magazine May 14, 2012 Issue (Wendy Williams cover) Necessity was literally the mother of invention for Aidah Fontenot. It all began in 2008 when the expectant designer, based out of Washington, DC and San Diego, CA, couldn’t find clothing versatile enough for her tastes. She noted […]

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The Boheme Dress by Aidah | Spring 2012

Boheme Dress

May 26, 2012 by aidahfashion

Bohemian and unique, this cotton halter dress features braided ties and belt, and rounded side split. The rich aubergine and peach color combination is inspired by the sunset over desert hills. Handmade to order. Contact us for information.

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Pleated Skirt by Aidah | Spring 2012

Pleated Skirt & Satin Tank

May 26, 2012 by aidahfashion

This cotton pleated skirt fits by wrapping around the hips. The rich aubergine color is accented by a pop of aqua. $175 Satin Boy Tank is a basic design in silky satin that feels smooth on your skin, includes handmade flower brooch pin. $55 Handmade to order. Custom color and fabric available.

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Sophie Dress

Sophie Dress

May 25, 2012 by aidahfashion

This lovely cotton dress features pleated collar, eyelet tie between the shoulders and a braided belt. The striking peach and aqua color combination is inspired by an island shore. $175. Handmade to order. Contact us for information. Photos by McCoy, Crystal Couture 2012 Photos by Mud Productions, Crystal Couture 2012 Photo by Phelan Marc, Shy Magazine Photos from Baby Bash & Bling

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Mari Dress for Business by Aidah

about the collection

May 24, 2012 by aidahfashion

Aidah is an ethical, eco-chic fashion line that unites urban flair with coastal cool in timeless style. The collection features unique, comfortable designs that fit by wrapping or tying, in versatile looks for brunch, business and soiree. Each garment is handmade in rich, nature-inspired hues and distinctly brushed with Aidah’s signature golden emblem. Aidah’s ethical green mission is to empower women and protect the environment through versatile, eco-friendly designs and the support of charitable organizations. The collection includes women’s brunch, […]

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Tee & Drawstring Shorts

Drawstring Shorts and Basic Tee

May 5, 2012 by aidahfashion

Pleated drawstring shorts are super comfortable and adjustable. Shown in grey suiting. $145 Hobo Tee is your everyday deconstructed tee with unfinished hems and boat neck. $65 Handmade to order. Custom color and fabric available.

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Aidah Fall 2011

Fall 2011 Business Collection

May 3, 2012 by aidahfashion

Aidah Fall 2011 Business Collection. Professional look with a unique and sexy flare. Designs are made to order. Contact us for details.

Categories: Fall 2011

Kathy Dress

The Kathy Dress

May 1, 2012 by aidahfashion

This practical dress is easy, versatile and elegant.  The attached ties wrap around the waist to highlight your figure. ($145) Also in Jersey or with Color Block. Handmade to Order. Stretch Satin Colors: Chocolate, Navy, Black, Cranberry, Periwinkle, Turquoise, White. Available for Maternity and Full-Figured  

Categories: Cocktails, Fall 2010, Fall 2011, Full-Figured, Maternity

Mari Dress

Full-Figured

April 30, 2012 by aidahfashion

Aidah believes that women should embrace our curves and encourages confidence with designs that flattering on all shapes. Full-figured designs are made to order up to size 20. Press: Singer Tiesha Marie’s debut editorial photo shoot.

Categories: Full-Figured

The Island Dress

Maternity Collection

April 30, 2012 by aidahfashion

Designer (and mom) Aidah Fontenot loves clothing that is both comfortable and beautiful, even through pregnancy. It is part of her ethical mission to empower women with designs that flatter all shapes. She has designed a maternity collection free of zippers and buttons, that adjusts with your body and stylish tote (or diaper) bags that fit your lifestyle. Slideshow from Baby Bash and Bling Expo  |  October 2011  | Photos by Phil Kogan

Categories: Maternity

Fashion Designer Aidah Fontenot

about the designer

April 1, 2012 by aidahfashion

An innately talented prodigy, designer Aidah Fontenot studied advanced fine arts and was featured in museums as a child. Her visual arts foundation inspired her first fashion collection as a teenager. Continued studies of color theory, typography, sculpture, art history and humanities influence her chic style. This multi-talented creative also works professionally as a graphic designer & photographer. In her design, Aidah unites graphic structure and organic imagery in a way that is consistently perceived as worldly and timeless. View […]

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DJ Neekola - Brand Ambassador for Aidah

dj neekola – brand ambassador

April 1, 2012 by aidahfashion

DJ NEEKOLA Beautiful and bubbly, DJ Neekola has been a brand ambassador since her feature in the Fall 2008 Campaign. Neekola began her career as a DJ and has held residencies in the hottest spots in DC and now regularly tours in Europe. Neekola’s main passion within music is to help inspire people through sounds and wants to make a difference in the music world. She has volunteered for several non-profit organizations and uses the same inspiration to produce music […]

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High Wrap Pencil Skirt by Aidah

High Wrap Pencil Skirt

February 18, 2012 by aidahfashion

Superior in style and simplicity, this chic pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple that will never go out of style. Free of buttons and zippers, the skirt slides up and wraps around to cinch the waist. ($95) Shown in grey suiting with black lining and black pinstripe with red lining. Handmade to order, custom fabric and color available.

Categories: Business, Fall 2011

Marilyn Dress by Aidah

Marilyn Dress

February 18, 2012 by aidahfashion

This sexy halter dress is stunning! In beautiful royal purple with aqua lining, and stretch satin to hug your curves. Wraps high around the waist and ties in back. Includes flower brooch. ($175) Handmade to order, custom colors available.

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TBD: Crystal Couture 2012 coverage

February 9, 2012 by aidahfashion

TBD, February 09, 2012 Crystal Couture: Models rock the catwalk in Crystal City Crystal City’s five-day fashion show, which began Tuesday and wraps up tomorrow, features more than 40 area designers and boutiques. On Wednesday night, Kate Michael (K Street Kate) and Bianca Chardei, a former contestant on America’s Next Top Model, served as hosts.This model’s clothing and accessories are from the Aidah Collection, an eco-friendly fashion line inspired by natural elements.

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Aidah Collection Spring 2012 at Crystal Couture

February 7, 2012 by aidahfashion

Categories: Shows, Spring 2012

Aidah Fontenot and Wardrobe Stylist Ayo Fashina at Q-Cream Vodka Tasting hosted by K Street Kate at Eden Lounge

Tasting Pharell Williams’ Qream

December 15, 2011 by aidahfashion

December 2011 – Designer Aidah Fontenot (right) and Wardrobe Stylist Ayo Fashina at a Qream by Pharell Williams tasting hosted by K Street Kate at Eden Lounge DC. More event photos here.

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Aidah Collection Holiday Trunk Sale Series

December 10, 2011 by aidahfashion

Join us for a special celebration and sale of unique handmade clothing and gifts by Aidah Collection! Including blazers, skirts, blouses and dresses from the Fall / Winter 2011 Collection, Flower Brooch Pins, Painted Tote Bags, and Handmade Cards. CARBON Boutique 2643 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington DC, 20008 (Across the street from Woodley Park Metro)  PART 1: Saturday December 10 – 1pm to 5pm PART 2 : Saturday December 17 – 1pm to 5pm Hosted by Kate Michael of K […]

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World Footprint Media

Radio Interview: World Footprints Media

December 6, 2011 by aidahfashion

Listen as designer and artist Aidah Fontenot talks with Tonya Fitzpatrick of World Footprints Media about being an ethical fashion designer and what inspires her work. (Begin listening at 42:00 minutes) Listen here if audio player does not work “Aidah Fontenot wears many artistic hats.  With over 16 years of experience and training, she continues to raise the bar in the artistic genres of fine art, photography, graphic and fashion design.  Aidah is most recognized as an ethical fashion designer.  Her Aidah […]

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Aidah at Georgetowner Holiday Bazaar

Georgetowner Holiday Benefit & Bazaar

November 17, 2011 by aidahfashion

Aidah Collection at the 2nd Annual Georgetowner Holiday Benefit & Bazaar! unique handmade brooches and holiday cards Thursday November 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. Join us to kick off the holiday season with an evening of shopping and merriment as we honor and give back to three shining stars of our community: the Citizen’s Association of Georgetown, Hope for the Warriors and Hyde-Addison Elementary School. Historic Georgetown Club 1530 Wisconsin Ave NW DC 20007 Open bar by Beam Global […]

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TFODCpanel

Future of DC Fashion Panel

November 9, 2011 by aidahfashion

On November 9, 2011, Merin Guthrie and Emma Fischer of Birds of a Pleather brought together 9 panelists who are catalysts for a bigger and better DC fashion community (read more about The Future of DC Fashion panel). I was lucky enough to be chosen as a panelist. Here are my post-panel thoughts on where the industry is going and what we can do to help grow it. Let me start by saying how excited I was to participate! I […]

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BellyItch Blog: Aidah Collection’s eco-friendly maternity clothes that grow with you

October 28, 2011 by aidahfashion

I discovered Aidah Fontenot showing off her versatile collection of eco-friendly designs made up of 95% all natural materials during the “Bump the Runway” show at the Baby Bash & Bling Expo and Show in the DC area last weekend. Fontenot, who has been sewing her own clothes since junior high, started her line in 2008.  What unifies it is her designer signature emblem that appears on each piece. The DC-area based designer said she decided to make maternity clothes out of necessity. “It started out of a […]

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