Hard Tail Among Winners in Dallas
Santa Monica, Calif.–based resource Hard Tail was among the list of winners announced at the 28th annual Dallas Fashion Awards on Oct. 25 at the International Apparel Mart in Dallas.
Hard Tail was named the best young contemporary resource. Other winners included Streets Ahead (Accessories), Kay Unger (After 5), Blue Ice (Better Classics), Mary’s Bridal (Bridal), Lafayette 148 (Bridge/ Designer), Michael Simon (Children’s), Cynthia Steffe (Contemporary), AG Jeans (Denim), Cosabella (Intimate Apparel), R.J. Graziano (Jewelry), Fubu (Men’s Fashion Athletic/Urban), Lacoste (Men’s Sportswear), Matteo Maas (Men’s Tailored) and Tiffany Designs (Prom/Pageant).
The Fashion Excellence Award was presented to Diane von Furstenberg, and the Personal Style Award was presented to Frederic Fekkai. About 700 industry representatives attended the event.
A runway presentation featured denim jackets donated by Levi Strauss and Co. A silent auction benefited Fashion Group International’s Career Day Conference scholarship fund.
The Dallas Fashion Awards is the oldest retailer-chosen awards program in the country. The program, originally conceived by the Apparel Mart’s board of governors, recognizes “superior design innovation, quality workmanship and retail performance.” Specialty retailers and members of the fashion press nominate the finalists in 15 categories, and retailers vote during the August Dallas Apparel Market. —R.M.
