AIU London to Host Valentine's Day Fundraising Photo Shoot
February 12, 2013
12.02.13, London. Most of us will be thinking of sweet ways to celebrate the most romantic day of the year….however fashion students at the American InterContinental University (AIU) are giving their own twist to Valentine’s Day.
Design by AIU London Fashion Design Graduate Padraic Crowley
‘My Dark Valentine’ provides a dramatic gothic noir take on romance, where the students will stage a live photographic fashion shoot in their “shop” window.
The event will take place on Valentine's Day (February 14) between 2-5pm at the university at 110 Marylebone High Street.
A cross between a fashion display and art installation, Marylebone businesses Electric Hairdressing London and The Session School have offered hair and makeup support to the university’s Fashion Event Management class.
The event also supports Cancer Research UK. Clothing used in the show was donated by the charity’s shop at 24 Marylebone High Street. Donations to the charity will be collected during the event and the costumes will be available to buy in the Cancer Research UK shop the following day.
Electric Hairdressing will also provide a Cut, Colour and Style makeover worth £250. For a chance to win donate £5 to enter the special fund-raising auction.
Several of AIU’s talented fashion students have gone on to win. Sky 1’s Project Runway and have successfully carved careers at Matthew Williamson, Burberry and Vivienne Westwood London.
Follow the event news on Twitter using the hashtag #MyDarkValentine.
Contact Information:
Kim Blake: info@kimblakepr.com /07768273858
Lesley Davis: ldavis@aiulondon.ac.uk /07974428583
About AIU London:
Specializing in Fashion for over 30 years, AIU London’s exciting degrees in Fashion Marketing and Design, Fashion Marketing and Fashion Retailing have helped students to develop as innovators. Experienced fashion lecturers, many of whom are also industry professionals, deliver academic programmes - including summer courses in Paris - combined with live projects, fashion shows and fashion shoots. Fashion industry internships and their links with industry help to ensure a stimulating industry-focused London fashion education.
AIU London fashion students have gone on to achievements such as winning Sky 1’s Project Runway and successfully carving careers at Matthew Williamson London; Burberry, London; and Vivienne Westwood, London.
AIU London has four key faculties: Business, Fashion, Interior Design and Visual Communication and offers US and UK bachelor's degrees, as well as a Master’s in Business Administration. Students can study one course and earn two degrees, one British and one American. AIU London design programs are validated by the University for the Creative Arts www.ucreative.ac.uk to award BA (Hons) degrees in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, Fashion Marketing and Design, Interior Design and Visual Communication. The AIU London business program is validated by Buckinghamshire New University www.bucks.ac.uk to award BA (Hons) degrees in Business Administration.
About American InterContinental University:
Founded in 1970, American InterContinental University offers a wide range of associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs in fashion, interior design, international business and visual communication. AIU offers a blend of online and on campus learning, and has campuses in London and in the United States in Atlanta and Houston. AIU is a member of the Career Education Corporation (NASDAQ:CECO) network of universities, colleges and schools. For more information visit http://www.aiuniv.edu.
AIU London - Registered in England No: 1373237 Registered Office: 66 Chiltern Street London W1U 4TJ. AIU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, a regional accreditor in the United States. For more information visit www.ncahlc.org. AIU cannot guarantee employment or salary. Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at www.aiuniv.edu/disclosures.
Electric Hairdressing London
Contact Details:
29 Thayer St Marylebone, London W1U 2QW
http://www.electric-hair.com
020 7935 0015
Electric Hairdressing, London has been hailed the UK’s most exciting and rapidly expanding hairdressing brand. It is tipped to be one of the most important brands to watch within the industry and is headed up by Creative Director, Mark Woolley and International Art Team. Merging clear vision and raw passion whilst nurturing contagious creativity.
The Electric brand encompasses the Electric Studio, Electric Education Academy and Electric Haircare range as well as bespoke salons in key cities.
The Session School
Location:
78a Chiltern Street
3rd Floor
London
W1U 5AB
Contact Details:
Tel.: +44 (0) 207 224 3127
E-Mail: info@thesessionschool.com
Website: http://www.thesessionschool.com
School details:
The Session School was founded in 2008, by Dani Guinsberg one of the top leading makeup artists in the UK.
The school’s purpose is to teach the skills and help to develop the creative inspiration needed for students to go on and become professional hair or makeup artist within the fashion/beauty/bridal and advertising industry.
From inspirational workshops to private consultations – and various hair and make-up courses, there is definitely something at The Session School for everyone with a passion for beauty and fashion.