Brooke Dress Cotton
by aidahfashion
Simple everyday dress with pleat in collar and tie belt. Easily dressed up with a jacket and stilettos. ($145) Handmade to order. Contact us for information.
Categories: Brunch, Spring 2009 • Tags: african american designers, agency, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, beach, black designers, brunch, club wear, cocktail dress, color blocking, cotton, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, designer spotlight, dj neekola, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, fashion shows, full-figured, gabrielle union, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, irma fajardo, janine clay, jet magazine, juelles chester, kate michael, maggy francois, maternity, maternity designer, maternity dress, maternity fashion, maternity gowns, modeling, models, mother daughter tea, nightlife, nora sommerkamp, painted design, petite, plus size, purple gown, red carpet, runway, runway shows, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington dc events, washington post, washingtonian
First Anniversary Fete
by aidahfashion
Categories: Shows
Island Gown
by aidahfashion
The flowing, easy design of this adjustable halter gown is comfortable, yet classy. Reflective of the ocean’s ripples in two-tone aqua satin. Handmade to order in custom color and fabrics.Contact us for more information.
Categories: Full-Figured, Gowns, Maternity, Spring 2010 • Tags: aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, color blocking, cotton, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, full-figured, gabrielle union, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, jet magazine, maggy francois, maternity, maternity dress, maternity fashion, mother daughter tea, painted design, petite, purple gown, red carpet, runway, san diego designer, san diego fashion, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington post, washingtonian
Aurora Dress
by aidahfashion
This loose fitting dress is reminiscent of the roaring 20′s style. The asymmetrical bare shoulder design lengthens the decolletage. ($165) Handmade to order in custom color and fabrics. Shown in turquoise stretch satin. Ideal for full-figured and maternity.
Categories: Cocktails, Full-Figured, Maternity, Spring 2010 • Tags: 20s inspired, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, aqua, color blocking, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc fashion week, designer, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, fashion design, full-figured, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, loose, maternity dress, maternity fashion, mother daughter tea, off the shoulder, painted design, petite, red carpet, runway, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, spring, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, turquoise, up and coming, washington dc designer
Couture for a Cure benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
by aidahfashion
Nadine Namoff and America’s Polo Cup present Couture for a Cure benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society May 7, 2009 Peacock Grand Cafe 2020 K St NW DC Master of Ceremonies Paul Wharton Photos from Glamazon Diaries by Makeda Sackey PRESS: Post and video below from @OhMyGoff by Angie Goff Backstage and Runway Photos: (Start video at 3:00 minutes) More links: http://dc.metromix.com/events/standard_photo_gallery/couture-for-a-cure/1967958/content http://dcthisweek.blogspot.com/2009/04/couture-for-cure-takes-over-peacock.html http://gregslistdc.com/event/2009/couture-a-cure-peacock-grand-caf%C3%A9
Categories: Shows • Tags: african american designers, agency, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, america's polo cup, beach, black designers, brunch, club wear, cocktail dress, color blocking, cotton, couture, couture for a cure, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, designer spotlight, dj neekola, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, fashion shows, full-figured, gabrielle union, giving back, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, irma fajardo, janine clay, jet magazine, juelles chester, kate michael, leukemia lymphoma society, maggy francois, maternity, maternity designer, maternity dress, maternity fashion, maternity gowns, modeling, models, mother daughter tea, nadine namoff, nightlife, nora sommerkamp, painted design, paul wharton, peacock grand cafe, petite, philanthropy, plus size, purple gown, red carpet, runway, runway shows, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, shop for a cause, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington dc events, washington post, washingtonian
Video Interview: Designer Aidah Fontenot on The District Dish
by aidahfashion
June 1, 2009 – Kate Michael, Ebong Eka and Pamela Sorensen interview Washington DC Fashion Designer Aidah Fontenot on the District Dish.
Categories: Press • Tags: aidah collection, aidah fontenot, district dish, ebong eka, fashion blog, kate michael, pamela sorensen, philanthropy, video, washington dc
Washingtonian: Designer Spotlight
by aidahfashion
Designer Spotlight: Aidah Collection By McLean Robbins | Published May 5, 2009 What happens when a classically trained artist and photographer gets an itch for something different? She seeks out a new medium. Or at least that’s what happened in the case of Aidah Fontenot, a 26-year-old artist turned fashion designer based on Capitol Hill. In fall 2008, Fontenot launched Aidah Collection, a clothing line that combines shapes for women of all sizes with bold colors and hand-painted accents, including her signature swirls […]
Categories: Press
January – April 2009 Shows
by aidahfashion
Categories: Shows
Philanthropy
by aidahfashion
Aidah’s ethical green mission is to empower women and protect the environment through the support of charitable organizations and artists. The Pink Collection: Breast cancer sufferers and survivors endure emotional and physical scars. Every woman should be given the strength to feel beautiful regardless of size, color and health. Please help us fund raise for the continued strength and beauty of women. The Pink Collection supports non-profits for the awareness, prevention and treatment of breast cancer and related issues. Charitable Works: Aidah has participated […]
Categories: About • Tags: african american designers, agency, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, beach, black designers, brunch, club wear, cocktail dress, color blocking, cotton, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, designer spotlight, dj neekola, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, fashion shows, full-figured, gabrielle union, giving back, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, irma fajardo, janine clay, jet magazine, juelles chester, kate michael, maggy francois, maternity, maternity designer, maternity dress, maternity fashion, maternity gowns, modeling, models, mother daughter tea, nightlife, nora sommerkamp, painted design, petite, philanthropy, plus size, purple gown, red carpet, runway, runway shows, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, shop for a cause, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington dc events, washington post, washingtonian
Fashion Takes Flight benefiting Lukes Wings
by aidahfashion
Fashion Takes Flight The Aidah Collection celebrates the launch of its 2009 Spring Collection while supporting the Luke’s Wings at L2 Lounge Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 | 7:00- 10:00PM L2 Lounge, (Georgetown) 3315 Cady’s Alley NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC NW 20007. (WASHINGTON, DC) – The Aidah Collection will be launching it’s 2009 spring line and providing support to the Luke’s Wing Organization at L2 Lounge located Georgetown. Luke’s Wings, is a non-profit organization in Washington, DC that provides travel planning, tickets […]
Categories: Shows • Tags: african american designers, agency, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, beach, black designers, brunch, club wear, cocktail dress, color blocking, cotton, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, designer spotlight, dj neekola, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, fashion shows, fashion takes flight, fletcher gill, full-figured, gabrielle union, giving back, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, irma fajardo, janine clay, jet magazine, juelles chester, kate michael, katie marie grinold, luke's wings, maggy francois, maternity, maternity designer, maternity dress, maternity fashion, maternity gowns, modeling, models, mother daughter tea, nightlife, nora sommerkamp, painted design, petite, philanthropy, plus size, purple gown, red carpet, runway, runway shows, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, shop for a cause, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington dc events, washington post, washingtonian
2008 Shows
by aidahfashion
Categories: Shows
Stop Traffick with Fashion
by aidahfashion
New Washington, DC designer Aidah Fontenot shows her debut Spring 2008 Collection on the runway at: Stop Traffick with Fashion VIP Benefit to Stop Child Trafficking hosted by Charity Network Inc
Categories: Shows • Tags: african american designers, agency, aidah, aidah fashion, aidah fontenot, beach, black designers, brunch, child trafficking, club wear, cocktail dress, color blocking, cotton, couture, crystal couture 2012, dc designers, dc fashion week, designer, designer spotlight, dj neekola, eco-chic, eco-friendly designer, elaine swann, essence magazine, fashion design, fashion shows, full-figured, gabrielle union, giving back, gold design, gowns, handmade, handpainted, haute couture, high fashion, irma fajardo, janine clay, jet magazine, juelles chester, kate michael, lima lounge, maggy francois, maternity, maternity designer, maternity dress, maternity fashion, maternity gowns, modeling, models, mother daughter tea, nightlife, nora sommerkamp, painted design, petite, philanthropy, plus size, purple gown, red carpet, runway, runway shows, san diego designer, san diego fashion, satin, shop for a cause, spring 2012, spring dress, style, summer dress, sun dress, up and coming, washington dc, washington dc designer, washington dc events, washington post, washingtonian
Brooke Dress with V-Back
by webmanager
Simple, flirty dress with pleated collar and unique V plunge, exposing the back. Matt satin finish with dupioni silk wrap tie belt. Spring 2008 Collection ($145)
Categories: Brunch
Size Chart
by aidahfashion
WOMENS SIZE CHART The collection are very forgiving and designed to fit if you gain or lose a few pounds. The size chart below is a guide for best fit of the most form fitting designs. Measure the largest part of your bust, smallest part of your waist, and largest part of your hips (across the rear) Size 2 : Bust 32 / Waist 23 / Hips 32 Size 4 : Bust 34 / Waist 25 / Hips 34 Size […]
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Queen Gown | Fall 2008
by aidahfashion
This gown features a dramatic, long train and lace belt. Handmade to order in custom color and fabric. Contact us for more information.
Categories: Gowns
Angela Gown | Spring 2008
by aidahfashion
Slim gown with a v-neck and deep back. Spring 2008 Collection.
Categories: Gowns
kate michael
by aidahfashion
KATE MICHAEL Kate Michael was the covergirl for Aidah Collection Spring 2008 and is now an official spokesmodel. She competed in Miss America 2007 as Miss District of Columbia. After earning her MBA, she works professionally as a model, writer, and on-air talent. In 2009 she launched The District Dish, featuring webisodes on the latest scoop in Washington DC. Kate’s media portfolio includes a spread in Elle magazine and feature on Inside Edition, live reporting on NewsChannel 8′s Let’s Talk […]
Categories: About, brand ambassadors • Tags: aidah, designers, fashion, k street kate, kate michael, washington dc fashion
One-of-a-kind Dress
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May 7, 2011 – Event Assistant Ashley Arias sporting a one-of-a-kind handmade Aidah dress at the 3rd Anniversary Runway Show and Charity Benefit at the Hillyer Art Space Washington DC
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