IMANI Magazine/Fashion Models Institute is planning the Official Connecticut Fashionweek which is set to take place Spring/Summer 2011.

West Haven, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/14/2010 -- Lights, Cameras, Action!! IMANI Magazine/Fashion Models Institute is planning the Official Connecticut Fashionweek which is set to take place Spring/Summer 2011. The event will be held in New Haven, CT with smaller shows opening at its founders base in the Fashion Showroom clothing store.

Focus/Mission
CT Fashion Week will feature professional and aspiring fashion designers and other industry members showcasing their work and services to public and private sponsors. Competitions will be held for the first portion of the event tapering off with a Grand Fashion Finale as the last show.

A ceremony will kick off the event and a fashion finale will taper the event-
Where local, national and international designers, models and celebrities will be featured in a high-energy showcase.

A designer competition will begin the fashion portion of the show followed by several smaller shows (including a children's show) with an awards ceremony and cocktail.

Building Relationships….
We will establish and build relationships with local and national media and businesses. There are unlimited resources of promotional opportunities for exhibitors to network as part of the Networking Guru.

Learning
The ultimate goal of the event is to create an exciting learning environment and safe forum for
attendees of all levels to gain information about their industry. Attendees can pinpoint their career strategies, get a head start on their portfolio, meet industry professionals, and expose themselves to powerful networking opportunities. Designers can get a hand in broadening their retail base to buyers, clothiers and wholesale and retail networks.

Fashion Showroom….
Fashion Showroom is an extension of IMANI Publications and Fashion Models Institute. With designs coming from exclusive designers, Fashion Showroom now houses Shristi Indian Wear, Diamond Tree Apparel's Whatever Collection, and stylish handmade accessories--retail, and wholesale. Fashion Showroom's styles are versatile and can suite any runway show from couture to trendy. Check out trends of Fashion Showroom at: www.imanimagazine.com

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International Miss Teen Belleza Latina International Pageant 2010 Winner Making Moves in 2010

West Haven, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/23/2010 -- Victoria Espiritusanto of New Haven, CT, who currently holds the International title "Miss Teen Belleza International 2010", will be in New York City this Thursday April 22 & Friday April 23 to network. She may also be on the front lines of GMA, for air coverage.

Victoria is making Victory in the world of pageantry, making Connecticut proud as the reigning 'International Teen Belleza Latina Pageant' Queen. Victoria is no amateur when it comes to modeling and the pageantry world. Though Victoria, a proud local New Haven, CT resident, has been modeling since age 11, which is considered a late start among other peers in the area of show business, she is moving up quite hastily in the national ranks, but with endurance attached.

"I am not coming home until I get my dreams," was the quote on her website page. Perhaps some would hesitate, or give up after 4 years of commitment in the field, but her faith keeps her going. After months of hard work and reaching a first goal of winning 1st place at the Connecticut State Belleza Latina Pageant in January 2009, it was off to Florida in July 2009 to compete for the International title. The competition was rigorous according to Victoria, which included 6 other smart and pretty teens.

Victoria's platform is teen outreach. She has the desire to get the youth involved in positive activities and offers support and guidance whenever they need it. Though she has a subtle personality, her winning attitude and desire to succeed is hardly restraint. She wants to give other youth the message that no matter how hard a dream is, that anyone can make it with dedication. Victoria is very active in her community, and has participated in or helped with several community events and fashion shows. She has received special recognition from the Mayor of New Haven in honor of winning the Miss Teen Belleza Connecticut state title, which ended February 2010.

In her spare time she writes poetry and likes to take walks and is multi-talented with exceptional abilities in singing, modeling, acting, public speaking and cultural dance. Victoria started with Fashion Models Institute in 2005, but has always had an interest in the performing arts. Since then, this is the 2nd time Victoria has won a 1st place national title after competing in a pageant. She is committed to her title as the new 'International Teen Belleza Latina' Queen. Her career goals include studying sociology and attending an arts school.

The Miss Belleza Latina Pageant in Connecticut, is run by Connecticut State Director, Marisol Vega, and has a goal to develop role models, encourage education, achieve personal accomplishments and encourage positive family values. It allows Latinas to be judged on individual beauty, pride, and personal achievements. The three main categories of the competition include interview, fashion wear and evening gown.

Other winners include Jeannette Rivera, 1st runner up in the Miss division. Jillian Lopez, 1st runner up in the Petite division and Yaritza Santiago, 2nd runner up in the Miss Jr. Teen division.

Victoria's goal with the pageant is to travel to different venues to spread the word about the endless possibilities of achieving one's dreams. For bookings and information, please call Corrine Thomas, 203-809-2565 or publisher@imanimagazine.com

To view Victoria's promotional page, please visit: http://imanimagazine.com/victoria.htm

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