Thanks again to Caneil McDonald, I was invited to photograph the Embassy of Burkina Faso’s, “Siren of Sahel Shine II-an African Luxury Couture Exposé” presented by the authorities of African fashion and textiles: VLISCO, and multi Global Award winning designer Clara Lawson Ames of Burkina Faso on November 20th 2009 at Union Station‘s “Eastern Hall” in Washington , DC.

So what happens when you take an international embassy, award-winning designer, and the interests of DC’s top lifestyle consultants… a spectacular event with an assortment of our local celebrities. Although I arrived a few minutes late, I was quickly engulfed in the life of the event. There were photographers, videographers, production crews, and interviews all around. This was my kind of event – artistic, social, and decadent. I was able to finally speak to a number of people I photographed at past events and others I met for the first time. The fashion of Clara Lawson Ames was absolutely amazing! The colors were vivid and the patterns were to be celebrated. Here are a few highlights from the event…

Behind the scenes the models were preparing to enter the catwalk.

The Powerful, Influential, and Gorgeous Women in Attendance

Ean Williams (left; Executive Director of DC Fashion Week) and Maggy Francois ( right; VP of Education & Training of Greater Washington Fashion Chamber of Commerce) pose for a quick picture.

Paul Wharton of Evolution Look poses after an interview

Clara Lawson Ames thanks the crowd.

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