My daughter Jordana (right) and her design partner Ashlyn in the fashion studio at the Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, Ga.
Jordana, Ashlyn and models wearing their joint collection for Ruffian, New York. Jordana's coat (top, left) was featured in South magazine. It is currently on display at Saks Fifth Avenue, Phipps Plaza, Atlanta. For a close-up view, go here.
These photos were taken May 16th amidst a flurry of activity as students readied for their senior critique from SCAD professors and department heads.
I like the ruffles at the bottom of the trousers, as well as the red ruffled cumberbund.
The models were trained for the fashion runway by the famed "Miss J" of the television series America's Next Top Model.
For close-up photos and details of these outfits, go here.
Jordana pictured before the SCAD fashion show on Saturday, May 17th.
One of their designs for Ruffian (also pictured above) at the SCAD Fashion Show. Photo courtesy of the Savannah Morning News.
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On a different note, regular readers of Paris Parfait watch my banners change from month to month. Typically they feature my photographs of Paris and environs.
Today I'm pleased to introduce a new banner, created by the fabulous Tucson-based artist Vanessa Valencia. As you know, I'm a huge fan of Vanessa's work and own several of her paintings and art dolls. When I told her my ideas for a banner, she made them a reality, then added a little twist of her own - borders made from old film. Thank you, Vanessa!
i was looking through your sf photos and saw this. wonderful to see your lovely daughter in her element; this was such a fun post with the newly designed fashions
Posted by: AscenderRisesAbove | 28 June 2008 at 20:59
Yay!! for Jordana! I have been scouring your posts looking for these that I was sure I had missed. Have visited all the posts featuring Jordana, she will be a huge success!
Wishing her love and happiness!
Posted by: stephanie | 25 June 2008 at 03:05
Tara you must be so proud of your little girl!!!
Posted by: Yoli | 16 June 2008 at 21:01
Amazing. I cannot even begin to imagine the amount of talent and hard work that goes into creating such a collection. It all looks simply marvelous!
The banner is absolutely adorable (and I happen to love the font she chose, too).
Tara responds:
Thank you! Yes, Vanessa did great work - but I chose the fonts. : )
Posted by: tangobaby | 16 June 2008 at 15:13
My favorite is the poufy cream one ;) I bet you are so proud!! Paris is a great place for a fashion designer, Tara. non?
I like the new banner!!
Posted by: My Mélange | 16 June 2008 at 14:08
Wow Tara you must be so proud these are amazing. I love her ruffle theme and I would kill for that leather jacket. Tell her from me - SHE IS GOING TO BE HUGE!
Posted by: Di Overton | 16 June 2008 at 11:06
What beautiful talented girls!
Posted by: meredith | 16 June 2008 at 10:30
Amazing your daughter! What a proud mama you must be! Jordana is an extraordinary designer. I love her collection and that fitted leather coat with the had cut back, is to die for! The outfit Jordana is wearing looks like a Guess outfit Pepper wears quite often, save the high shoes, which she only wears on special occasions! I love all the youthful clothing, it's sassy and fun. I like the twist of Victorian in there too!
The new banner is adorable, Vanessa did a great job. Cute French girl persona! It would make an adorable icon!
Love this post!
Hugs Sherrie
Posted by: giggles | 15 June 2008 at 14:59
Oh...I read from the top down and I see I was right about the banner... ;) And I love these clothes -- Jordana and Ashlyn are incredibly talented!!
Posted by: sherry | 15 June 2008 at 05:25
The collection is just wonderful, Tara! What talent - and hard work - these young ladies put into their designs!
Lovely!
I love your new banner - Vanessa is so talented - lucky you to have a banner custom-designed by her!
XOXO
Posted by: tinker | 15 June 2008 at 05:12
Firstly, the collection is beautiful. Jordana has talent! I know she will go FAR!!!!!!
As for your new banner, it is so wonderful. It is YOU. It is because of you that I had even heard of Vanessa. And now I will also be following closely the career of your daughter. I wish her well for the future!
Enjoy your weekend....xoxoxo
Posted by: Gillian ~ Indigo Blue | 14 June 2008 at 23:40
That coat is to die for. It is absolutely gorgeous! How long will it be on display in Hotlanta???? xo
Posted by: Rosa | 14 June 2008 at 21:38
These two women have created a beautiful line. Everything is chic and ageless. Is Jordana's coat a swing coat? Vanessa did a fabulous job on your header!
XXOO
Posted by: Tammy | 14 June 2008 at 20:28
Hi Tara.
Thank you for sharing Jordana's work. Her style is formal and so chic. It will be interesting to follow her steps forward.
Vanessa's banner is just the perfect one for you :-)
Posted by: Britt-Arnhild in Norway | 14 June 2008 at 19:25
Oh my goodnesssssss!! With each bit more you share, it only gets better and better and better!!!!! So incredible! I think Jordana is such a remarkable talented & beautiful young lady!! Her dreams are undfolding so perfectly!! Of course, she works hard, and it shows!!
She is a true role model for other young girls!!!
I am sooo delighted that you love your banner!! She is such a cutie up there!! ;) xoxoxo
Posted by: A Fanciful Twist | 14 June 2008 at 18:17
Hey there proud mama!
What a wonderful resource these blogs can be for sharing. Jordana has an excellent collection assembled here. Fantastic!
And I love, love, love your new header! It represents you perfectly! Have a wonderful weekend.
Lisa & Alfie
Posted by: Lisa & Alfie at The Pickled Hutch | 14 June 2008 at 17:40
Wow! So much talent in one family! Your daughter's (and her friend's) collection is stunning.
Your new banner is wonderful as well -- captures the spirit of Paris (and of your blog) but keeps it fresh, not clichd.
Posted by: materfamilias | 14 June 2008 at 17:24
Jordana is such a talent ~ and a beauty as well just like
her Mom ~ i adored that jacket ~ an absolute work of art ~:)
and Tara! i covet that banner ~ i want a banner with a
cartoon maddie on it:)
such a delightful and happy feeling when your banner pops up ~
so perfectly YOU!
hugs!
miss you!!!!
Posted by: madelyn | 14 June 2008 at 16:30