MARK MORRIS mmorris@sacbee.com
The first Capital Fashion Awards show Friday night at the Park Ultra Lounge in Sacramento gave local designers and hairstylists something to shoot for - a spot in next year's event.
The show, which honored the best in design, modeling, photography and hair styling, also featured a bevy of celebrities who dazzled - and all under one roof! Yes, it was jammed (standing-room only) for the hundreds who got a ticket, but they got to see the likes of Merlin Castell from "The Fashion Show," Jonathan Waud from "Make Me a Supermodel," Naima Mora and CariDee English from "America's Next Top Model," Luis Xtravaganza who toured with Madonna and the amazing Bobby Trendy from L.A. Plus great DJs and exciting local presenters, including Sarah and Rachel Campbell from Twinsoup.com.
Several local designers presented shows (pictured), including Lauren Oto, Dee Aguilar and Mercedes Ben.
Some of the winners were present; others were doing what they do for a living (and for which they were nominated) in cities like New York and L.A.
Who won?
* Male Model: Larry Scott
* Female Model: Alexandra Crandell
* Fashion Innovator of the Year: Richard Hallmarq (pictured above)
* Avant Garde Designer of the Year: Steven Willey
* Salon of the Year: Rowena & Takashi
* Stylist of the Year: Marci Landgraff
* Fashion Photographer of the Year: Billy Winters
It was a well-done show and kudos to M.A.C. cosmetics for the models' and celebrities' makeup and Strands Salon & Spa for the amazing hairstyles.
And special props to Hallmarq for pulling this show together with the folks at the Park Ultra Lounge. They might just need a bigger fashion boat next year!
