Colored lights flash as guests gather in Wentz Concert Hall for the ROUSE18 fashion show. Here, they will spend the night listening to music, bidding on several signed items by various bands, viewing a rock-inspired gallery and watching models strut down the runway.
Jen Dodson, the creator of ROUSE18, began her career as a stylist in 2004. She started off designing for mothers, and now focuses on combining her love for music with her passion for fashion. This event didn’t fail to incorporate the two with its music gallery and fashion show. Fashion and music were showcased both separately and together, as several band members were included in the runway show.
A pop-up shop, featuring vintage clothing from the Dane Vintage shop, was available for guests to browse. Several of these items were being showcased on the runway that night. Guests were also able to bid on a number of items, either used and/or signed by musicians. Some of the items to bid on were a signed picture by Scotty McCreery, a guitar signed by Johnny Lang, a poster signed by The Beach Boys and much more.
Photo by Madeleine O’Connell
Upon entering the event, an artist was seen painting a picture filled with color. Just past her, guests were able to view a gallery of clothing and accessories used by bands, including Semple Band. Following their appearance on the runway, the members of The Cyberiam band put on a live show for guests.
Models, ranging from teens to adults, strutted down the runway dressed in unique ensembles. First down the runway was a couple who wore matching fur coats. The young boys featured wore sporty looks while rolling down the runway on their skateboards. This collection gave off a fun, active and youthful vibe. Last to walk the runway was the fashionista herself, Jen Dodson. All of the looks featured were “Art Chic,” which was also the dress code for those who attended.
Photo by Madeleine O’Connell
When asked what her inspiration was for the clothing designs shown on the runway, Dodson said, “I just wanted to bring together the two things I love most, which are fashion and music.”
Images of Dodson’s work will be on display in the Schoenherr Art Gallery until May 27.
