Michigan City Mainstreet Association to Host the Uptown Fashion Affair in the Uptown Arts District

Michigan-City-Mainstreet-AssociationThe Uptown Fashion Affair will be held Friday, April 24th from 6:30pm to 10pm in the historic Barker Hall at 600 Franklin Street. This event showcases several of the region's local boutiques, salons, and artists working hand in hand to bring you the latest and greatest in upcoming trends in women’s and men's fashion.

Design and style pairing on the brand new full scale runway include: Elle Salon/The Closet by Franklin Vintage, Salon Cilla/Luxe Boutique, Timothy Jeffry Salon/Darling, Paris House of Bridal/Lakefront Salon & Day Spa, Dory Salon/At the Beach, The Parlor/Urban Soles, Inc., Hair’s the Thing/Ella’s Bella and J. Hilburn. Special artists include Chef Bizzaro Millinery and the Region R.A.T.S. This event is a fundraiser to benefit the revitalization of the Uptown Arts District.

Patrons will also be treated to music, small bites from local establishments, cash bar and a silent auction. Small bites provided by Pickle & Turnip, Maxine’s, & Arturo’s Baked Goods. Beverages will be provided by Shoreline Brewery, Burn ‘Em Brewery and Shady Creek Winery.

Tickets for the event can be purchased in advance for $25 online at www.theuptownfashionaffair.com and local Uptown Arts District businesses including Luxe Boutique, Salon Cilla, Urban Soles, Arturo’s Baked Goods (on US Hwy 12), Darling, Ella’s Bella (Chesterton), and Paris House of Bridal. Tickets may also be purchased at the door providing it’s not sold out (it’s sold out the past 2 years).

For more information, please contact the Uptown Fashion Affair Committee Chair Abigale Thayer, Manager at 219-210-2995 or by email at Michigancitymainstreet@hotmail.com.