LamanBlu Praised for Design

The Denver branch of Fashion Group International (FGI) recently awarded LamanBlu by Holli Gibson with a Rising Star 2009 award in the Children’s Wear category. Ten category winners received an award, which was given to outstanding designers. “I am honored to be chosen as the category winner for children’s wear,” Gibson noted. “Fashion Group International has such a wonderful reputation and history in the industry.”

A runway gala will take place this fall, giving the winning designers a chance to show off their collections. The event will include silent and live auctions and benefits FGI’s scholarship and educational outreach programs. Tickets are $50 to $250. For more information, visit www.denver.fgi.org.

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