Redeem + Mutiny Pioneer Launch Party

Lori Parkerson, the owner of Redeem, knows how to put together interesting events. The previous Redeem event still lingers in our heads as one of the best events we’ve ever attended in Washington DC; The Redeem + Mutiny Pioneer launch event was just as good.

Mutiny is a curated grouping of objects (typically vintage or antique but not always)  around a theme, by local artist M. Gert Barkovic. Over the past year, Mutiny has taken on different guises or themes. The lastest theme is Pioneer - What makes Mutiny Pioneer so exceptional is its execution. Much more than a display of curiosities, Pioneer is a deep immersive experience, history washes over you. The eclectic collection of objects constantly surprises, from writing materials to antique books and vintage boots. As a history nerd this display is like a trap meant to snare my attention; I quickly forget where I am as I leaf through the pages of old books or stare at vintage tools. Pioneer is precisely the type of intellectual art meets commerce that DC does better than perhaps any other city in the world.

The Pioneer theme was perfectly complimented by members of Chesapeake, VA musical group Bison. Normally a seven person ensemble, four members of the group captivated the crowd with pared-down versions of their folksy music.

We recommend following Redeem and Mutiny on Facebook for future events, these happenings are not to be missed.

Our photos:

We love a good story:

If you’re looking for a good pair of vintage boots, we suggest starting here:

Plaster bear heads handmade by artist M. Gert Barkovic:

Members of folk music group Bison:

A New Cross for Redeem - Fall Winter 2011

When we were asked to help host Redeem’s Fifth Year Anniversary party we didn’t hesitate to say yes. We were especially excited when we learned an exclusive collection from Colombian line “A New Cross” would be featured. There is so much to love about the unique designs of Nicolás Rivero and David Angel - the unisex styles, innovative & avant-garde silhouettes and handmade details of the collection are all exceptional (available only at Redeem). See our pictures of one of the best fashion presentations to ever be featured in DC (more pictures of the unforgettable evening coming soon):

The A New Cross Fall Winter 2011 collection exclusively for Redeem:

Designer Nicolás Rivero with model Jeremy Alan wearing the Cran Cape Coat from A New Cross (River Jeans by Thvm):

The military-style shoes by A New Cross were phenomenal, handmade in Colombia, some featuring pony hair or knit wool details:

Model Sara Ross just before the show, with Redeem owner Lori Parkerson:

Model Karen Aus wearing the Lira Coat & Never Cut Tee from A New Cross (spiked cuff bracelet by Surface to Air):

Details of the Crus Leather Pants with a pair of amazing handmade military boots from A New Cross - worn by model Aaron Jabbour:

Model Aaron Jabbour wears the Moth Sweater & Hler Tee from A New Cross:

Details of Model Aaron Jabbour wearing the Hler Tee & Crus Leather Pants from A New Cross:

Model Laura Reading wears the Cain Sleeved Scarf & Never Draped Tee from A New Cross (blue Mote Jeans from Thvm):

Model Sara Ross wearing the Apse Vest & V Years Cut Tee from A New Cross (Pinned Necklace by Maslo):

Designer Nicolás Rivero with model Jeremy Alan wearing the Cran Cape Coat from A New Cross:

Shoe detail of model Jeremy Alan:

Model Aaron Jabbour wears the Moth Sweater, Hler Tee & Crus Leather Pants from A New Cross:

Model Karen Aus wearing the Lira Coat & Never Cut Tee from A New Cross (brown Spike jeans by Thvm & spiked cuff bracelet by Surface to Air):

Model Jeremy Alan wearing the Cran Cape Coat from A New Cross (River Jeans by Thvm) with model Karen Aus in background:

Model Aaron Jabbour wears the Moth Sweater, Hler Tee & Crus Leather Pants from A New Cross:

Model Sara Ross wearing the Apse Vest, V Years Cut Tee & Abid Wool Pants from A New Cross (Pinned Necklace by Maslo):

Designer Nicolás Rivero takes a bow:

A New Cross designers David Angel (left) and Nicolás Rivero (right) with the extraordinary Lori Parkerson, owner of Redeem: 

A Crazy Weekend in Washington DC

If you haven’t noticed there’s a whole lot going on in DC this weekend. Be thankful you live here during (unprecedented) times like these and try to make as many of these events as possible!

Friday, October 14th

• BaoHaus NYC pop-up at Toki Underground - MTV will be there filming - from 7 pm
• ReadysetDC Fashion:District - Designer Meet & Greet: 7 - 11 pm
• Hirshhorn After Hours - 8pm to Midnight 

Saturday, October 15th

• Redeem 5 Year Anniversary Party hosted by TPWP - U.S. Royalty will DJ -
  Duvel & Honest Tea will provide refreshments: 6:30 - 9:30pm
• ReadsetDC Fashion:District - Runway Show: 9pm to Midnight
• BaoHaus NYC pop-up at Toki Underground - MTV will be there filming - from 5 pm

Sunday, October 16th

• ReadysetDC Fashion:District - The Shop (local designers sell their wares): 2 - 6 pm

To help you navigate it all, we have made this interactive map. Click the image below for details:

Redeem’s 5 year Anniversary Party hosted by The President Wears Prada

We are so excited to share with you an event we are extremely honored to host. If you haven’t been to Redeem, one of the coolest boutiques in our city, this is your opportunity to experience all it has to offer and here is why:

• On Saturday October 15th at 6:30pm, Redeem will celebrate its first 5 years in Washington DC with an exclusive presentation of the art-inspired fashion label A New Cross (it’s going to be amazing). 
• After the presentation the models will mingle with the crowd, giving attendees the opportunity to see the designs up close.
• Guests will have a unique chance to meet the designers, Nicolás Rivero and David Angel, who traveled all the way from Bogotá, Colombia just for the event.
• Music will be brought to you by DJ’s John and Paul Thornley from the hottest and best DC-band, U.S. Royalty.
• Duvel, one of the best Belgian beers, will provide refreshments. 

We can’t wait for this party - it will be one of the most interesting and uncommon events held in recent memory. We would love to see you there among the most fashionable and creative people in Washington DC!

The event is FREE with RSVP so make sure you go HERE and register!

Check back here throughout the week to catch sneak peeks of the A New Cross collection and the preparation for this event.

Mighty Aphrodite Outtakes

We couldn’t fit all our great pictures from this inspiring event into one post. If you missed part one, you can find it HERE. To see all of our Mighty Aphrodite coverage click HERE.

DJ and another model relax before the show:

Alissa Bourne and another model pose for the camera:

Quincy Jones looks on as Stephanie strikes one of her signature poses:

Foreground: A model wearing the Herschel Claim pack from Palace 5
Background: DJ models an Kai-Aaakman jacket from Redeem:

A Palace 5 model does some impromptu dancing on the runway:

Stephanie and another model for It’s Vintage Darling just before the show:

Stephanie models a look from It’s Vintage Darling:

A look from Tari (great shoes!) modelled by Alissa Bourne:

A look from Tari (Proenza Schouler dress & Moschino belt):

DJ models an Kai-Aaakman jacket from Redeem:

A Redeem model in a pensive pose:

The Fire-Eater: