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Atlanta came out for the

Fine Art + FASHION

benefit presented by the

National Black Arts Festival

. Guests turned it out in style for the upscale event which started with a VIP opening reception, followed by a spectacular fashion show and ended with an after party with the get up and dance mixes of the sensational

Frank Ski

I had a personal stake in the event as two of my star designers were being honored with the

Emerging Talent Award

. The talented fashion design students displayed their garments during the opening reception and later were called on stage by

Victoria Rowell

, the evening's emcee, to accept their awards.

After a few words from some of the NBAF co-chairs,

Tamara Bowens Kimble

Holli Hines Easton

Sandra Anderson Baccus

Evern Cooper Epps

and

Neil Barclay

, the fashion show began.

Breathtaking looks from Chanel, Prada, Oscar de la Renta, Michael Kors, Fendi, Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana and Armani rocked the runway, courtesy of Saks 5th Avenue.

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