Art Institute of Portland and AniA Collection Spotlight Portland “Project Runway” Winner’s Designs

Portland, April 25th. Leanne Marshall, (far right) former Portlander and 2008 winner of Project Runway Season 5, showcased her bridal line at a runway show at the Portland Art Museum. Marshall also presented Karina Reed, student designer from the Art Institute of Portland and winner of AniA’s gown design contest, with a $1,000 scholarship from the bridal boutique. Sharice Shepherd, Karina Reed, Morgan Lindberg, and Project Runway Winner Leanne Marshall enjoyed the event. Reed’s winning gown, The Ross Island Bridge, was a highlight of the show. AniA helped Reed by providing the fabrics and pairing her with local designer Jennifer Phillips, owner of “Nicole Couture.”

Selena Borne, Austie Eckley, Julia Platt-Hepworth and Cully WrightSelena Borne, Austie Eckley, Julia Platt-Hepworth and Cully Wright

Selena Borne, Austie Eckley, Julia Platt-Hepworth and Cully Wright

Rosemary Stafford, Sharice Shepherd, Pamela Tan, Noel Mina and Lauren HillRosemary Stafford, Sharice Shepherd, Pamela Tan, Noel Mina and Lauren Hill

Rosemary Stafford, Sharice Shepherd, Pamela Tan, Noel Mina and Lauren Hill

 

The runway show drew design students and brides

 

 

 

The high fashion bridal show featured popular local models

 

 

There were five themed runway shows and the event featured styling and decorating by Portland wedding designers and vendors.

AniA Collection Bridal Boutique is a couture bridal salon located in downtown Portland.

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