FashionCon 5119

As part of the Elanthian Fashion Week scene, the The Looking Glass are pleased to announce the return of FashionCon, a 3-day conference to celebrate culture and fashion. Expect a weekend filled with lectures, workshops and discussion groups, as well as the opportunity to socialise with fellow delegates at parties and other fun events.

The conference will be held against the backdrop of shimmering blue spires, majestic marble bridges, and beautiful gardens of Ta'Illistim

Programme of Events

Organisations who are interested in participating and hosting events, please complete a REGISTRATION FORM.

Day of the Huntress, 2nd day of Phoenatos to Restday, 4th day of Phoenatos (Friday, August 2nd to Sunday, August 4th)

All times Eastern

Date	Time	Event	Host/s	Venue	Decription
Day of the Huntress (Friday), 2nd	6pm	Registration and Champagne Reception	Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Mirrored Hall	CONFERENCE OPENS. RAFFLE for a special case of Prestige Champagne.
	7pm	LECTURE	Order of the Silver Gryphon	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	Imperial Combat Attire: A western perspective of a "Warrior's Wardrobe" incorporating the classic elements with Avalera Lesander.
	8pm	LECTURE	Alliance of High Elven Society	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	A Visual Fashion Tour: Take a visual trip through the history of Elven culture with fashions through the ages as a guide. Join the Alliance of High Elven Society as they welcome Lord Dexrael Lucaryn Vaalor to speak on the various trends from millenia to millenia and how the Elves influenced many throughout the world.
	9pm	LECTURE	House Paupers and Argent Aspis	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	Costuming for Performance: When performing (such as at Bardfest), what you wear is as important to the performance as the song or story itself. Join Paupers' Chatelaine Traiva, a Bardfest winner and judge, for a session on what to consider while preparing your costume. Bardfest 5119 competitors are highly encouraged to attend!
	10pm	Stars Under the Stars	The TownCrier	Ta'Illistim Amphitheater, Weyr Var	The TownCrier Presents: A Concert of star-studded performances for your appreciation under the twinkling summer sky in the beautiful Ta'Illistim Amphitheatre.
Feastday (Saturday), 3rd	9am
	10am	LECTURE	Elanthian Elegance	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	The Long and the Short of It OR Alteration 101: An IC class about general alterations with hints and tips on how to get the most of out of your time with a merchant. SPIN Two lucky delegates will win an elemental-themed morphing gown courtesy of Elanthian Elegance.
	11am	WORKSHOP	The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Studio	Style and Expression: An informal brainstorming session for creating alteration ideas.
	Noon	Picnic Lunch		Ailanthus Manor, Garden	Join delegates for a casual picnic lunch in the garden
	1pm	LECTURE	Elanthian Elegance	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	Second Nature: The world of fashion often draws heavily upon the natural world to drive its creativity. This lecture looks at some of the techniques for creating original and beautiful, nature-inspired designs.
	2pm
	3pm	WORKSHOP	The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Studio	A look at crafting skills and their fashion potential with demonstrations of artisan crafted wares. RAFFLE for a full set of weaving tools.
	4pm	Refreshment Break			Tea will be available in the Orangery
	5pm	DISCUSSION	House Sylvanfair	Ailanthus Manor, Orangery	An informal gathering and swap meet to discuss fashion in miniature. Bring your Whax doll and trade accessories!
	6pm
	7pm	An Elemental Affair	Ilyan Syndicate	Ailanthus Manor, Mirrored Hall	Join the Ilyan Syndicate as they host a Gala of 'elemental' nature. Guests should don their best impressions of the four basic elements (Water, Fire, Earth, Air). A fifth category will be reserved for other widely accepted elements of Elanthia. Best in show of each category will receive a prize.
	10pm	LECTURE	Faendryl Enclave	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	Faendryl Fashion Houses: An introduction to Faendryl fashion houses and an overview of some of the most notable houses with particular attention to their distinctive elements.
Restday (Sunday), 4th	9am	WORKSHOP	The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Garden	An early morning meditation. Dress comfortably. SPIN One lucky participant will win a bag of meditative practice items.
	10am	LECTURE	Elanthian Elegance	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	The Art of Accessorizing: A look at accessories and how to use them. This class will focus on hats, gloves, canes, fans etc. RAFFLE for a Vanne fan.
	11am	WORKSHOP	The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Studio	An informal workshop on how to create a fashion folio or scrapbook. Everything you need to get started will be supplied.
	Noon
	1pm	LECTURE	Elanthian Elegance	Ailanthus Manor, Classroom	Ooh La La!: Continuing with the series, this IC class will look at the clothing, jewelry, and millinery of Joola and Veola. SPIN One lucky delegate will win a fully altered and unlocked Veola courtesy of House Sylvanfair.
	2pm
	3pm	DISCUSSION	Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass	Ailanthus Manor, Orangery	An informal and open discussion about fashion in Elanthia and a chance to share your style stories. RAFFLE for a set of special Ta'Illistim perfumes.
	4pm	Refreshment Break			Tea will be available in the Orangery
	5pm
	6pm	Fashion Wars! Revenge of the Fashionistas	House Sylvanfair, Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass	Ta'Illistim Green	A return of the siegery tournament with representatives of the fashionable elite. Announcement and presentation of the Chalat Award. CONFERENCE CLOSES.

Theme

This year's theme is "The Classic Elements" of earth, air, fire, and water.

Fire transforms us
Air moves us
Water shapes us
Earth heals us

Chalat Award: High Lady Avawren Fiora Nalfein and Lord Daevian Corwyth Vaalor

Awarded in honor of Chalat Greyvael Illistim, Former First Couturier of the Argentate

Resources

Elanthian Elegance website