October 6, 2008 – Monday

Industry Icons Day CONFIRMED

Media Meet & Greet —Invitation only
VIP Event —Event located at the Milwaukee Art Museum, on the shores of Lake Michigan. Billy B/Syd Curry joint workshop 2:00pm - 4:30pm Concert Pianist Andrew Axelrod Private Recital 7:00pm-7:45pm Cocktails 7:45pm-9:00pm Gilles Montezin/Billy B/Syd Curry Runway Show 9:00pm

Today's industry icons meet in Milwaukee in unprecedented fashion to go up-close and personal in workshops that benefit professionals and enthusiasts alike. Share a day learning from two icons in the world of beauty, followed by a breathtaking runway event.

Workshops will begin with the artist’s history, an inspiring tale of their personal road to success. They will then share insider tips for selected looks through step-by-step instruction, where Q&A is encouraged. Hands on opportunity.

This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in fashion and beauty! Limited quantity advanced sales.
 
Billy B —Keynote speaker & Interactive Workshop: Celebrity Makeup: Joint workshop with Syd Curry, Celebrity Hairstylist. First half of session will review Billy B and Syd Curry's backgrounds and rise to fame. They will talk about their personal experiences in a relatable and inspirational way, and discuss aspects of work as a freelancer. The second half will focus on the looks for the evening for the Gilles Montezin runway show. This look is a highly desirable natural glam, aristocratic. Focus is on sheen, texture, and can be used by makeup artists as well as those wanting to recreate the look for themselves.
Question and Answer Period —Please use our question and answer section to ask billy or syd or any panelists their thoughts
Blogging Panel — Christine Mielke, Lianne Farbes & Shannon Nelson share their experiences breaking into the fashion and beauty blogging world
Couture Runway Experience —A collaborative effort from Billy B, Syd Curry and Gilles Montezin, Parisian trained couture designer whose designs appear in "Sex and the City" and upcoming "Confessions of a Shopaholic." This show will move through Gilles' couture line, from accessible wear, to celebrity/movie pieces, and conclude with "Hommage a Yves Saint-Laurent" (tribute to Yves Saint Laurent).
After Parties