Food for the Style Soul: Artistic Aya

Beautifully designed clothes are works of art to me, and in this economy, I am mostly looking and appreciating in lieu of purchasing (Sigh!) Sunday’s amazing weather made it easy to venture out in search of artistic wearable treasures to ogle and coo over. Luckily for me, Artistic Aya , a line designed by Dana Ayanna Greaves based out of Washington, D.C. provided the fashion portion of an event sponsored by The Dunes, LLC. Twenty dollars for an affair including a 90 minute open bar, live band, fashion show, and charitable donation to the Pediatric AIDS/HIV Care organization, held at the Left Bank in the historic Adams-Morgan neighborhood, suited my budget perfectly.

Artistic Aya rewarded the attendees by presenting, unique, beautiful, and intricately designed tops, dresses, skirts, and jewelry in an inviting, open, and unpretentious setting. Models continually walked the runway and mingled with the attendees.

After sipping on a mimosa, I got a chance to speak with the designer and the atmosphere mirrored her ever so warm and welcoming personality. If you follow the Washington D.C. Art and Style Scene, it would be hard not to notice several heavy hitters in attendance, Rachel Cothran of Project Beltway (who also walked the runway) and Phillipa Hughes of the Pink Line Project. It is nice to see them out supporting such a great local artist; Dana’s pieces are truly works of art.

If you can afford a statement piece for your wardrobe, definitely check out this designer.
If you can not afford to purchase, attend another event like this one! Check out the Greater Fashion Washington Chamber of Commerce as a resource.

Stay sexy, smart, and stylish!