Macy's, Ebony, & Fashion Fair Cosmetics Honor
Eunice W. Johnson…
The Vision Behind Ebony Fashion Fair
During Black History month, we all should take a moment to show our admiration for those who opened doors and paved the way for all races. Such as the legendary fashion icon, Mrs. Eunice W. Johnson. Visionaries such as Mrs. Johnson did not let race stand in her way. Her love for fashions and color and her passion for helping others gave designers from all walks of life the opportunity to showcase their fashions.
In 1945, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson started Ebony Magazine. Ebony Magazine is committed to showcasing the accomplishments and lifestyles of people of color. In 1956, Mrs. Johnson, started Ebony Fashion Fair as a fundraiser which has grown into the world's largest fashion show. Ebony Fashion Fair showcased such designer as Yves St. Laurent, Vivienne Westwood, Marc Bouwer and many more. Ebony Fashion Fair has toured over 180 cities and raised more than $55 million for scholarships.
There are not enough words to express how much Mrs. Eunice W. Johnson has contributed to the fashion world and the opportunities she has given those of color. So, come out and join Macy's and Johnson Publishing Company in a retrospective fashion exhibit in honor of Black History month.
WHO: This Black History Month, Macy's Department Stores and Johnson Publishing Company are celebrating the life and works of Eunice Walker Johnson, visionary and the creator of Ebony Fashion Fair - the World's Largest Traveling Fashion Show.
WHAT: Macy's Beverly Center will welcome Johnson Publishing Company Chairwoman, Linda Johnson Rice and Chief Executive Officer, Desiree Rogers, as well as Ebony magazine, Editor-in-Chief, Amy Barnett as they unveil the fashion retrospective and provide insight about Mrs. Johnson's extraordinary life and her significant contributions to the beauty and fashion industries. The exhibit will showcase haute couture designs from Mrs. Johnson's personal vault that were featured in the famed Ebony Fashion Fair runway shows.
MORE: Fashion Fair Cosmetics invites customers to sample the limited edition For the Love of Color lipstick collection - inspired by Mrs. Johnson's passion for vibrant hues. Also, aspiring cover models are encouraged to participate in their own photo shoot at the Ebony magazine photo booth.
WHEN: February 22 through February 28th
WHERE: Macy's Beverly Center
8500 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles
Exhibit will located on Level 2
For more information, please click here.
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