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Press Release
Dapper Factory Brings Grace and Glam to Downtown Las Vegas with Mayor at Grand Opening Party
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What: Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman will grace the grand opening of the new Dapper Factory with a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the first and only garment manufacturing company in Las Vegas. Gorgeous models will strut the catwalk with looks of seven of the resident designers whom display product for sale at the Dapper Factory. TC’s world famous BBQ Rib Crib will serve up southern-style BBQ to party-goers with proceeds to benefit the Fashion Hope Charity.
When: Thursday, May 8, 2014
5 pm: Media Call Time for Mayor Goodman’s Arrival
6 pm: Official Opening Party Open to the Public and Runway Fashion Show
Where: Dapper Factory 2325 Western Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
Why: Derek Smoot, the owner and designer for Dapper Industries and founder of the Dapper Factory had a vision, not only to create a hub that would bring awareness for local designers and provide for better quality control of the making of his products for Dapper Industries, but that would alleviate the need to outsource manufacturing, keeping sales revenue in the state of Nevada.
“Las Vegas thrives on style, high fashion and class. I wanted to create a home for local fashion brands to showcase their talent and add some flare to the Las Vegas retail district. I couldn’t feel more thrilled about the dynamic new clients
we’re servicing and our ever-present capacity for growth,” said Derek Smoot, owner of Dapper Industries and the Dapper Factory.
Who: Derek Smoot and his garment manufacturer founded The Dapper Factory.
The opening of the Dapper Factory is an extension of the vision of the Vegas Fashion Project and The Las Vegas Fashion Design Council, both acknowledged by the City of Las Vegas and endorsed by the Office of Mayor Goodman. The seven designers whose looks will be featured in the fashion show and whom also sell product at The Dapper Factory include:
! David Tupaz of David Tupaz Couture – high-end women’s formal wear and ready-to-wear
! Derek Smoot of Dapper Industries – men’s accessories
! Wanda Merritt of Vegas Couture – women’s sophisticated classics
! Katherine Bruening of Kate Swim – women’s swim wear
! Alyssa Hynes of BlueFit Clothing – yoga & athletic apparel for women
! Kristen Pock of Rhinestones & Razor Blades – featuring hand-crafted jewelry
! Louisa Voisine of Louisa Voisine Millinery – featuring Kentucky-derby-style
hats
Of these designers, all are members of the Vegas Fashion Project, with David Tupaz, Derek Smoot, Wanda Merritt also founders in addition to Josh Dismond of Dismond Beats and Carl Magno, CEO of V-Asian TV.
About The Dapper Factory
The Dapper Factory is the first and only garment manufacturing company in Las Vegas offering custom tailoring, bridal wear, sportswear, formal wear, swimwear, uniforms, leather and “cut & sew.” Opened by Derek Smoot and with generous guidance, mentorship and contributions from expert celebrity haute women’s couture designer David Tupaz, the Dapper Factory is the first ever operation of it’s kind, featuring a showroom storefront for local designers to showcase and sell an exclusive selection of locally-made fashion. The Dapper Factory proudly hosts all Made- in-USA women’s and men’s fashion wear and accessories and women’s athletic apparel and jewelry and manufactures bulk garments for casinos and private designers alike.
About the Vegas Fashion Project
Vegas Fashion Project (VFP) is a local organization that is comprised of both emerging and established designers who deliver limited quantities that are manufactured in the USA. The mission of VFP is to create an opportunity for Las Vegas designers to display their fashion lines including sportswear, casuals, formals and fashion accessories to local, national, and international buyers.
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Media, please contact [email protected] to RSVP and/or schedule an interview. High-resolution photos will be available post the event at http://bit.ly/DapperFactoryGrandOpening.
When: Thursday, May 8, 2014
5 pm: Media Call Time for Mayor Goodman’s Arrival
6 pm: Official Opening Party Open to the Public and Runway Fashion Show
Where: Dapper Factory 2325 Western Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
Why: Derek Smoot, the owner and designer for Dapper Industries and founder of the Dapper Factory had a vision, not only to create a hub that would bring awareness for local designers and provide for better quality control of the making of his products for Dapper Industries, but that would alleviate the need to outsource manufacturing, keeping sales revenue in the state of Nevada.
“Las Vegas thrives on style, high fashion and class. I wanted to create a home for local fashion brands to showcase their talent and add some flare to the Las Vegas retail district. I couldn’t feel more thrilled about the dynamic new clients
we’re servicing and our ever-present capacity for growth,” said Derek Smoot, owner of Dapper Industries and the Dapper Factory.
Who: Derek Smoot and his garment manufacturer founded The Dapper Factory.
The opening of the Dapper Factory is an extension of the vision of the Vegas Fashion Project and The Las Vegas Fashion Design Council, both acknowledged by the City of Las Vegas and endorsed by the Office of Mayor Goodman. The seven designers whose looks will be featured in the fashion show and whom also sell product at The Dapper Factory include:
! David Tupaz of David Tupaz Couture – high-end women’s formal wear and ready-to-wear
! Derek Smoot of Dapper Industries – men’s accessories
! Wanda Merritt of Vegas Couture – women’s sophisticated classics
! Katherine Bruening of Kate Swim – women’s swim wear
! Alyssa Hynes of BlueFit Clothing – yoga & athletic apparel for women
! Kristen Pock of Rhinestones & Razor Blades – featuring hand-crafted jewelry
! Louisa Voisine of Louisa Voisine Millinery – featuring Kentucky-derby-style
hats
Of these designers, all are members of the Vegas Fashion Project, with David Tupaz, Derek Smoot, Wanda Merritt also founders in addition to Josh Dismond of Dismond Beats and Carl Magno, CEO of V-Asian TV.
About The Dapper Factory
The Dapper Factory is the first and only garment manufacturing company in Las Vegas offering custom tailoring, bridal wear, sportswear, formal wear, swimwear, uniforms, leather and “cut & sew.” Opened by Derek Smoot and with generous guidance, mentorship and contributions from expert celebrity haute women’s couture designer David Tupaz, the Dapper Factory is the first ever operation of it’s kind, featuring a showroom storefront for local designers to showcase and sell an exclusive selection of locally-made fashion. The Dapper Factory proudly hosts all Made- in-USA women’s and men’s fashion wear and accessories and women’s athletic apparel and jewelry and manufactures bulk garments for casinos and private designers alike.
About the Vegas Fashion Project
Vegas Fashion Project (VFP) is a local organization that is comprised of both emerging and established designers who deliver limited quantities that are manufactured in the USA. The mission of VFP is to create an opportunity for Las Vegas designers to display their fashion lines including sportswear, casuals, formals and fashion accessories to local, national, and international buyers.
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Media, please contact [email protected] to RSVP and/or schedule an interview. High-resolution photos will be available post the event at http://bit.ly/DapperFactoryGrandOpening.