FashionCon 5118

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This year (2018), Elanthian Fashion Week will be replaced by FashionCon, a 3-day conference to celebrate fashion in Elanthia. 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.

In another change of direction, 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, 27th day of Koaratos to Restday, 29th day of Koaratos (Friday, July 27th to Sunday, July 29th)

All times Eastern

Date Time Event Host/s Venue Decription
Day of the Huntress (Friday), 27th 7pm Registration and Champagne Reception Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Mirrored Hall CONFERENCE OPENS. RAFFLE for a special case of Prestige Champagne.
8pm LECTURE Order of the Sphere and Scythe TBC Fashionable Fortunes: Join the Sphere and Scythe as they present a brief lecture on the Sylvankind lore regarding magical properties of some gems in Elanthia commonly used in jewelry and clothing adornments. This event is geared toward both the spiritually and fashionably inclined!
9pm LECTURE Alliance of High Elven Society TBC Details to follow
Feastday (Saturday), 28th 10am LECTURE Elanthian Elegance Ailanthus Manor, Classroom 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.
11am WORKSHOP The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Studio Style and Expression: An informal brainstorming session for creating alteration ideas.
Noon Lunch Break
1pm LECTURE Elanthian Elegance Ailanthus Manor, Classroom The Art of Accessorizing (Part 1): The first of two IC classes on accessories and how to use them. This class will focus on jewelry which can be both decorative and enhancive. All those attending will be given a piece of unique scripted jewelry to take away.
2pm
3pm WORKSHOP The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Garden A short class on weaving. Learn how to create accessories and practice your new skills. Everything you need will be supplied. RAFFLE for a full set of weaving tools.
4pm Refreshment Break
5pm DISCUSSION House Sylvanfair TBC An informal gathering and swap meet to discuss Whax doll fashion and trade accessories. A collection of accessories will be freely available.
6pm Fashionable Greedy Gremlins House Sylvanfair TBC Popular word game with a fashion theme
7pm
8pm
9pm Dance of the Elements Alliance of High Elven Society Ebonstone Manor, Ballroom Themed costume ball
Restday (Sunday), 29th 10am LECTURE Elanthian Elegance Ailanthus Manor, Classroom The Art of Accessorizing (Part 2): The second of two IC classes on accessories and how to use them. This class will focus on hats, gloves, canes, fans etc. Guest speaker will spin for a few winners of assorted accessory items to take away. RAFFLE for a Vanne fan.
11am WORKSHOP The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Studio A cobbling demonstration at the workshop in Cysaegir and opening of the doors to The Looking Glass atelier for the sale of themed master-cobbled footwear at bargain prices
Noon Lunch Break
1pm
2pm DISCUSSION Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Orangery An informal discussion about the latest trends with a special guest
3pm WORKSHOP The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor, Garden An informal workshop on how to create a fashion folio or scrapbook. Everything you need to get started will be supplied.
4pm Refreshment Break
5pm LECTURE Elanthian Elegance Ailanthus Manor, Classroom This IC class will look at the clothing, jewelry, and millinery of Joola and Veola. Guest speaker will SPIN for ONE fully altered and unlocked Veola courtesy of House Sylvanfair
6pm WORKSHOP The Looking Glass Ailanthus Manor Learn how to knit and practice your new skill. Everything that you need to get started will be supplied.
7pm Fashion Wars! Revenge of the Fashionistas House Sylvanfair, Elanthian Elegance, The Looking Glass Ebonstone Manor, Ballroom A return of the siegery tournament with representatives of the fashionable elite. RAFFLE for a set of special Ta'Illistim perfumes. CONFERENCE CLOSES.

Themes

The Classic Elements (earth, air, fire, and water)

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

Chalat Award: To be announced

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

Resources

Elanthian Elegance website

Fenog's Fashion Formation