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Each year I’ve written about the annual Washingtonian Style Setter’s party. Whether it was either how to dress for the party or wanting to be considered a style setter, I’ve been talking about it for the last few years. In Dressing Like A Style Setter, I planned my look and shot my pictures in a $20 million dollar mansion done by Banks Development. Last year, in Thoughts On Being A Style Setter,

2015 Fashion BLANC Runway sponsored by Fashion X Austin. Photo courtesy of Naomi Richard.

            Austin, Texas (February 22, 2016) - In its 8th year, Fashion X Austin’s Austin Fashion Week adds a new component, Style Setters. Four influential women in the local community have been selected not only for their iconic style, but also for their tireless work and dedication to non-profit organizations. Austin Fashion Week will be donating a portion of all “Style Setter” tickets to each woman’s designated non-profit.

        Community advocate Aida G. Dieck has devoted her life to inspiring and supporting women in their professional and personal endeavors. As a board member for the American Heart Association, Capital Area Division, Dieck works to build happier, healthier lives in the community through education and advocacy of key health issues. Austin Fashion Week is proud to honor Dieck’s diligent work in the community with an elegant brunch featuring 130 years of fashion at The Driskill on Sunday, April 17th at 1:00 pm. A portion of all “Style Setter” brunch tickets will benefit the American Heart Association, Capital Area Division.

           2015 Fashion BLANC Runway sponsored by Fashion X Austin. Photo courtesy of Naomi Richard.

             Laura Craddick is a longtime supporter of Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Over the last several years, she has co-chaired the annual Gala and formed the “Kendra Scott for Kids” jewelry line benefitting Dell Children’s. Her volunteer efforts raised over a million dollars for Dell Children’s and Seton, enabling Dell Children’s to advance with the best doctors, equipment and resources. In addition to being on the Dell Children’s Council, Craddick has also served on the Elizabeth Ann Seton Board, and was a committee member for Seton’s Celebration of Life Luncheon benefitting Seton Breast Care Center. Craddick loves Austin’s local designers and will be pulling the best gala looks from her closet - from Daniel Esquivel to Katie Kime - to showcase at Runways & Gallery on Thursday, April 21st at JW Marriott Austin. Help support Dell Children’s by purchasing “Style Setter” tickets for Thursday.

        Event planner, fundraiser and philanthropist Bobbi Topfer does it all – with style. After more than 15 years in the event industry, Topfer re-focused her efforts on cultural endeavors and over the course of her 12 years in Austin, she has raised over $18 million in funding. She worked closely with ZACH Theatre to unveil the Topfer Theatre in 2012 and she continues to support ZACH in creating an intimate theatre experience that engages the Austin community. Austin Fashion Week is thrilled to honor Topfer and provide a glimpse into her amazing wardrobe, which includes Linda Asaf and Escada, during Runways & Gallery on Friday, April 22nd. A portion of all “Style Setter” Friday tickets will benefit ZACH Theatre. 

          2015 Fashion BLANC Runway sponsored by Fashion X Austin. Photo courtesy of Naomi Richard.

           Andrea McWilliams is a lobbyist, political strategist and national political commentator in her hometown of Austin. Her unique bipartisan firm works to support various legislative goals on behalf of her clients. In addition to her essential work at the Capitol, Andrea is proud to have served as a board member for Ballet Austin, Texas Lyceum, Preservation Austin, Mexic–Arte Museum, Arthouse, and the Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital, among others. Austin Fashion Week honors McWilliams and will highlight her best looks ranging from Oscar De La Rent to Carolina Herrera at Runways & Gallery on Saturday, April 23rd. Help support Ballet Austin by purchasing “Style Setter” Saturday tickets.

        Style Setter Tickets to Brunch can be purchased for $300, and Runways & Gallery including one front row seat, VIP lounge with open bar and gifting suite for $500, available at: http://afw.fashionxaustin.com/tickets/style-setters/.

        Connect with Fashion X Austin and Austin Fashion Week on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fashionxaustin, Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @FashionXAustin, or visit us at http://afw.fashionxaustin.com for more information.

        2015 Fashion BLANC Runway sponsored by Fashion X Austin. Photo courtesy of Naomi Richard.

              ABOUT AUSTIN FASHION WEEK 2016

   Fashion X Austin presents Austin Fashion Week 2016, taking place Friday April 15th  through Saturday, April 23rd. For the second consecutive year, KICKOFF will take place at Speakeasy. Expect a fun social evening with Mash Up Team presentations. On Sunday April 17th, BRUNCH at iconic hotel The Driskill, celebrating their 130th birthday with 130 years of vintage fashion. Saturday, April 16th through Wednesday, April 20th enjoy SOIREES hosted by local boutiques, salons, spas, and venues around town. Designer collections hit the catwalk during RUNWAYS AND GALLERY Thursday, April 21st through Saturday April 23rd at JW Marriott Austin. For more information, visit http://afw.fashionxaustin.com/schedule/. For Individual Tickets to all events: http://fashionxaustin.ticketleap.com.

       Connect with us: @FashionXAustin #ATXFashionWeek #ATXSTYLE

Who: Shopbop’s Style Director

Her Style: Feminine and fun with cool edge

What You’ll <3 Her Style: With stints at Lucky, Elle, and UK’s The Face before blending her editorial expertise with her landing at Shopbop, the British transplant is a styling master who excels at mixing high and low. Her down-to-earth personality is reflected in her feminine-with-edge style. The Williamsburg resident always looks so put-together and cool that I am always shocked to see that her outfits often consist of mostly affordable finds that could easily be mistaken for designer brands, paired with just one or two designer pieces:  an Isabel Marant bandana-print mini skirt with a $60 Urban Outfitters top that could easily be mistaken for an Isabel Marant, and Steve Madden booties that are a dead-ringer for the $600+ Isabel Marant Dickies I (along with everyone else) have been coveting forever; J.Brand skinny jeans with a striped Topshop tee, Zara cardigan, and Coach mini bag; a Balenciaga leather moto jacket with a Topshop lace dress, and quilted Chanel bag;  a Tibi midi skirt with a Topshop crop top and an Ann Taylor bag.

Her Closet Staples: The working mom also relies on classic wardrobe staples and key investment pieces that she expertly mixes and matches to make dressing easy on hectic mornings without sacrificing style.

Striped Tees

Leather Moto Jacket

Skinny Jeans

Midi Skirts

Crop Tops

White Lace Dresses

Maxi Dresses

Printed Skirts

Graphic Tees

Crossbody Bags

Neutral Ankle Booties

Black Leather Pants

Cage Heels

Converse Sneakers

Leopard Print Coat

Tailored Blazers

Faux Fur Coat

Leopard Print Booties

Printed Dresses

  The Uniform: While she always manages to look fashion-forward, fresh and fun, thanks to a mix of bright colors and prints, she never strays from her signature mix of feminine and flirty with cool edge.

White Lace Dress + Black Leather Moto Jacket

trendssurvivor.com

    Midi Skirt + Crop Top

refinery 29

Skinny Jeans + Striped Tee + Jacket

the telegraph

  Printed Skirt + Neutral Top & Extras

Printed Dress + Black Moto Jacket

Skinnies & Statement Jackets

Statement Party Dress + Simple Accessories

Check out more of her amazing style:

SPLURGE VS. STEAL

Have seen both of these styles up close & they are both savvy and cozy going into the fall. Wear them with booties and simple top for casual, or daring heels, silk tank & oversized statement earrings or necklace for going out on the town in that effortless flirty way.

NSF-Shopbop

BDG-Urban Outfitters