Stunning Looks on Full Display at Rhode Island’s StyleWeek

A gorgeous summer evening in Downtown Providence set the tone for a successful STYLE WEEK on Thursday. Rhode Island’s fashion lovers gathered on the patio of Capital Grille as five designers showcased their 2024 Spring and Summer collections on the Sweeney Advisory Runway.

The 27^th season of STYLEWEEK proved that Rhode Island is a place where fashion and creative expression thrive.

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What Is STYLE WEEK Northeast?

Founded in 2009 by Rosanna M. Ortiz, STYLEWEEK Northeast (SWNE) is New England’s premier fashion week inspired by the design scene of the world.

“STYLEWEEK is a professional production of fashion runway shows,” said the organization. “It focuses on the business of fashion by promoting art and design and providing an economic impact for our state.”

STYLEWEEK has showcased over 273 designers from all over the US and Canada. It also partners with local schools to expose young talent through the “SEED Student Design Challenge,” which is dedicated to advancing emerging student designers and their businesses.

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Meet the Designers

Kent Stetson

In 2003, after an unsuccessful art show, Kent Stetson cut up his canvasses and made them into handbags. Those handbags sold instantly, and it started a successful career of making artfully-distinct handbags.

His Rhode Island workshop has earned several awards, with each piece produced to order. For STYLEWEEK, Stetson collaborated with Ballet RI to produce an eye-catching lineup of clutch bags and fun oversized crewnecks with the help of professional dancers.

Amy Page Deblasio

Edgy sophistication and attention to detail is what make Providence native Amy Page Deblasio stand out. She personally designs each garment in her Rhode Island studio and aims to push conventional norms with each design. This University of Rhode Island grad has been featured in publications such as Elle and Forbes and has won Rhode Island Monthly’s Best Fashion Designer for the past six years.

Tatyana Ayriyan

Tatyana Ayriyan is an international fashion designer who designs classy and feminine clothing influenced by fashion worldwide. Her goal is to create practical yet tasteful and stylish designs and she aims to deliver beauty, grace, and elegance with each fashion piece.

Peach Carr

Peach Carr is a self-taught designer from Chicago who was featured on Season 8 and All Stars Season 2 of Project Runway. Inspired by the 60’s and 70’s, Peach designs for the woman who likes to be on-trend, polished, and comfortable.

Lalla Bee

Melina Cortes-Nmili of Lalla Bee was born with a deep desire for greatness. A lack of professional attire for women inspired her to create a fashion brand that put quality and style at the forefront.

“My vision has always been focused on those who are busy, those in executive roles, and those who cherish their appearance,” she said.

SWNE by Rosanna M. Ortiz was a beautiful reminder of how clothing is so much more than just what we wear. It's a form of artful expression and it was on full display this year.