As the world begins to reopen and the economy is on the upswing many consumers prepare to get back into a some kind of new norm. Which means that its time to start getting dressed up again for work. Why not, make a true statement with VIPP Style Accessories.
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With an over-the-top couture fashion show led by a Project Runway designer and entertainment by a Grammy Award nominated artist the Grandstand Gala is a sure bet
(Louisville, KY) The Stamina Foundation is happy to announce their inaugural Grandstand Gala during Kentucky Derby weekend in Louisville, KY. As racing fans begin to arrive in the city, they will find out that this event on Thursday, April 30th will set the tone for style influencers trying to make a fashion statement during the Run for the Roses. The Grandstand Gala will take place at the Kentucky International Convention Center, (KICC) Ballroom at 7:00 p.m. located at 221 S. 4th Street.
The lavish Derby event will have a red-carpet entrance as partygoers enjoy a runway style show featuring Project Runway’s Season 17 and Louisville native Frankie Lewis’, Frankie Lew Demi-Couture Collection. The designer will debut her summer collection with one of a kind pieces. We will give you an exclusive look periodically showing you the designer working and creating right up until the models hit the runway Derby week.
Frankie Lew Is a demi couture fashion house that specializes in artistic clothing for every occasion. Guests should feel free to be bold and make a statement. Unconventional materials are our favorite because they destroy the limits of fashion and expression. Join us in a night of wearable art and fashion freedom.
Dr. Ashley Anderson, co-founder of the Grandstand Gala understands that the world not only watches the “Run for Roses” but for its unique and bold style. She says “The Kentucky Derby is known across the world for its fashion! This event pays homage to that by tapping Project Runway Designer and Louisville’s own, Frankie Lewis to provide inspiration for attendee attire and by putting designs from artists, designers and boutiques on display in a live fashion exhibition. We couldn’t be more excited about this event.”
Grammy Award nominated artist Raheem DeVaughn will be the Grandstand Gala’s featured entertainer. The R&B and Neo Soul artist known as “Radio Raheem” and “The Love King” continues to make great music with hits like “Woman”, “Just Right”, “You”, “Ridiculous” and his latest hit the “Love Reunion” is his seventh studio album entitled by the same name.
The singer/songwriter will take Derby fans through a love experience as we countdown Kentucky Derby 146. DJ Reggie Reg will provide entertainment throughout the evening.
During the gala, NBA champion and Louisville native Derek Anderson and his wife, entrepreneur and community leader Dr. Ashley Anderson will present this year’s Grandstand Gala 2020 award honorees. The AOK Inspiration Award will be presented to Allan Houston, former NBA all-star. The AOK Commitment to the Community Award will be presented to Nicole Hayden, founder of Friends of Nicole 50/50 Mentoring Collaborative, Inc.
Houston, a Louisville native played in the NBA for 12 seasons in which he played for the New York Knicks nine of those seasons. He also won a gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. The two-time NBA all-star shooting guard retired and currently serves as special assistant to the general manager for the Knicks and the general manager of the Westchester Knicks, the Knicks’ G League team. He’s not being honored for his accomplishments on the court but what he’s done off the court as a humanitarian through the Allan Houston Legacy Foundation and the Allan Houston Mentoring Initiative. Houston is married to Tamara Houston and they have seven children.
Hayden, a Louisville native and Miss Plus America 2014 works tirelessly to educate the community with the resources and information needed to build confidence and leadership skills essential for transitioning youth through their educational journey. The Founder & President of Friends of Nicole 50/50 Mentoring Collaborative Inc. gives her opportunities to be a role model. Her #IOWNCONFIDENCE campaign motivates and inspires not only locally but nationally.
Derek Anderson, co-founder of the Grandstand Gala says “We’re so excited to bring a new event to our city. The Grandstand Gala will offer the unique opportunity to celebrate Derby week and support the local fashion scene while supporting the mission and programming of the Stamina Foundation within the community.”
Tickets are $150 for individual tickets and they can be purchased on Eventbrite. To reserve a table and/or to be a sponsor contact DrA@AshleyDAnderson.com.
Proceeds from the inaugural Grandstand Gala held on Thursday, April 30th at the KICC benefit the programs of the Stamina Foundation. The foundation is a 501©3 organization with the mission to empower youth and young adults with the resources and life skills they need to follow their dreams.
The Stamina Foundation will pursue this mission with educational programming and events throughout the year, but the first major project will be the development of the Stamina Academy. The purpose of the Stamina Academy is to teach life skills to youth both in and out of the school system with the goal of bringing this generation back to life’s basic skills: manners, being respectful to others, self-confidence, self-motivation, and self-education.
Youth today are greatly influenced by their peers and social media. Without proper guidance or a positive infrastructure, they tend to go down a bad road, which results in negative, long-term life consequences. Stamina will teach youth to identify and pursue their passions and to focus on being great instead of trying to fit in. For additional information go to http://www.staminafd.com.
To obtain media credentials and/or to setup interviews contact Sherlene Shanklin, VIPP Communications at sshanklin@vippcommunications.com. ***Stay tuned for special guest announcements. ***
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VIPP Style Accessories’ fashion forward statement pieces will bring any Fall fashion come to life. You will see gold make a comeback as well as layering necklaces. Checkout some of their must have pieces.
To see their full collection visit their site at http://www.vippstyle.com and #makeastatement.
*Inventory updated weekly along with holiday sales and special offers.
ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL DERBY FESTIVAL EVENTS HELD IN WEST LOUISVILLE WILL CELEBRATE DERBY BOHEMIAN STYLE
(Louisville, KY) The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage. At KCAAH and Griot Attraction Management & Events LLC (GAME) presents TheSlice: Spice, Style & Soul on Saturday, April 27th from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. We are delighted to announce that the James E. Pepper Distillery of Lexington, KY is our 2019 Presenting sponsor.
It’s a Salute to the Afro Bohemian Life from arts and culture, music, fashion to language.
The event has a great reputation for great food by bringing talented area chefs and caterers and their favorite dishes all under one roof. And, new this year TheSlice will offer a cash bar to guests who would like to have more than complimentary wine.
This year, TheSlice will use their newly renovated buildings on campus to host various genres of music so guests will have an opportunity to enjoy the flavor of the evening.
Tickets are $70 in advance and $80 the day of the event. The attire is upscale and after-five is suggested. As well as Bohemian meets Derby with bold and beautiful colors and styles. The Ultimate Show Band will be the Main Stage Entertainment along with DJ Maverick. There will also be a fashion show, so guests can see the latest Derby styles before Derby 145.
TheSlice: Spice, Style & Soul is an official Kentucky Derby Festival event. Guests must be 21 years of age and up.
If you would like to setup an interview and/or a cooking demonstration contact VIPP Communications at info at vippcommunications dot com.
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Special Report by Sherlene Shanklin: WHAS11 Television, an ABC Affiliate Louisville
Down the Stretch: It’s the countdown to Derby 145 held on the first Saturday in May. There will be plenty of events to attend but the question everyone seems to ask me “What celebrity will travel to Louisville to be apart of the celebration?” So, I create a list along with their confirmed event. If you’re having a Kentucky Derby event and you have a special guest attending, please send it to me so I can announce.
Here’s some of the celebrities heading to the Bluegrass State.
Usher Raymond- Trifecta Gala (performing)
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds– Urban League Gala (performing)
Tank– Darrell Griffith Foundation “Experience”
After 7- Annual Derby Gala 100 Black Men of Louisville
Joe Torry– Annual Derby Gala 100 Black Men of Louisville
Angel McCoughtry– Skills Camp for youth
Asia Durr-Skills Camp for Youth
Steve Harvey-Trifecta Gala
NeNe Leakes– Trifecta Gala
Cynthia Bailey– Trifecta Gala
Warren Moon-Unbridled Eve
Jamon Brown-Unbridled Eve
Darnell “Superchef” Ferguson– Unbridled Eve
Bryson Tiller-Trifecta Gala
Johnny Gill-Barnstable Brown Gala
Randall Cobb-Barnstable Brown Gala
Percy “Master P” Miller-Barnstable Brown Gala
Romeo Miller-Barnstable Brown Gala
Trey Songz-Barnstable Brown Gala
Boyz II Men-Barnstable Brown Gala
David Alan Grier-Barnstable Brown Gala
Von Miller– Barnstable Brown Gala
DeVante Adams-Barnstable Brown Gala
Opening night of Churchill Downs is Saturday, April 27th. Thurby is held on Thursday, May 2nd. Kentucky Oaks is on Friday, May 3rd and the Kentucky Derby is on Saturday, May 4th all held in Louisville, Ky under the “Twin Spires”.
If you have a story idea, and/or would like to announce your guest(s) for your Kentucky Derby event send it to me at The411@whas11.com. Follow me on social for real-time updates Twitter: @sherlenemediapr, Instagram: @sherlenemediapro and FB: SherleneShanklin.
VIPP Style Accessories is gearing up for their spring/summer accessory collection. Easter, prom, weddings and the Kentucky Derby are just weeks away and everyone know that’s a fantastic piece of jewelry can take your outfit to the next level.
VIPP Style Accessories specializes in “statement pieces”. The define it as unique, bold, head turner and show stopper. Their thought process is if they would wear it, they will stock it.
Checkout their available stock online at http://www.vippstyle.com where their customers always “make a statement. They add new pieces and restock bestsellers weekly. If you need an item in bulk they can do custom orders.
Follow them on Facebook @vippstyle and Instagram @vipp_style. 
To join their online team contact a VIPP stylist at booking at vippstyle dot com.
Make an impression with VIPP Style Accessories.
VIPP is pronounced V-I-P. It meaning is Visualizing into People’s Personalities. You have to know the style of your client before you can “style” them. VIPP Style Accessories is the fashion division of VIPP Communications.
On Saturday, March 16th, eight African American women from Kentucky will be honored by Bumble through Bumble Bizz and Freedom of Priss (FOP) at Flavour lounge at a private dinner. Dinner will be followed by a celebration open to the public that will start at 9 pm. These women are being celebrated for being business owners or leaders in their fields, which include fashion, media, marketing, psychology, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Founders of Freedom of Priss, LaPrecious Brewer and Joelle Robinson want to acknowledge these business heroes and shed light on the impact that they have made in their communities. FOP will also use their unique stories to serve as empowering examples for younger minority women through a series of social media campaigns that will be ongoing.
Among the women being honored are Aryea Kolubah, fashion designer who recently had her gown featured on HBO and Vogue, Sherlene Shanklin, multimedia editor for WHAS11 and owner of VIPP Communications and Braea Tilford, former Miss Kentucky USA and founder of Grow Lead Inspire; a conference that enriches young women. Councilwoman Jessica Green will also be in attendance to honor these women for their myriad accomplishments. (Full list of honorees below.)
Bumble is a social app that lets women make the “first move” in dating, friendships and their careers. Bumble was founded by Whitney Wolfe Herd (co-founder of Tinder) to challenge the antiquated rules of dating. Now Bumble empowers users to connect with confidence whether dating, networking or meeting friends online. Bumble Bizz and Bumble BFF are components of Bumble.
The Freedom of Priss is a platform created by LaPrecious Brewer and Joelle Robinson that enriches and empowers women to be their most authentic and bold self, to achieve their ideal of success in relationships, careers and in the community. For years, society has placed great emphasis on HIStory and there is no finer time than the present to invite women from diverse backgrounds to share her story. This platform seeks to energize women to move into their purpose while gaining knowledge and insight from one another through personal discussions on the highs and lows of being our true selves and achieving our goals. FOP will begin hosting a series of events, printed materials and online content to foster a sisterhood of authentic women and help them to achieve their personal goals that they seek to meet.
With Christmas just two weeks away, shoppers walk the malls and up and down the aisles of stores looking for the perfect gift.
With a busy schedule many are looking for a quick way to check names off their list. The trend now is to find credible online stores with competitive prices.
VIPP Style Accessories is an online store that carries unique statement pieces that you can dress up or down. The site has a wide variety of styles, colors and prices that pretty much fits anyone’s budget.
During the holidays, you get free shopping for purchases over $50.00. All you have to do is use the code: VIPP HOLIDAY.
Visit their website http://www.vippstyle.com. Follow them on Instagram @vipp_style and Facebook @vippstyle for special offers and sales.
The holiday season is quickly approaching and many have no idea what to buy as gifts. You find yourself getting the wrong size or the wrong color. Why not just give them accessories that can go with anything! VIPP Style Accessories is preparing for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Accessorize your life with great statement pieces. The online accessories store has a little something for everyone.
Go to http://www.vippstyle.com and review their selections. New items will be added daily to get you ready for holiday parties, gift ideas and of course New Year’s Eve.
Follow them on IG: @vipp_style; FB: @vippstyleaccessories.
Happy Holidays and Happy Shopping from Team VIPP Style!!!!!
VIPP Style Accessories will host their monthly Sip, Shop & Support on Sunday, August 19th at Virtue located at 103 W. Oak Street from 2 pm to 5 pm. Admission is FREE! We are just asking you to come out and support the vendors/businesses.
This is an opportunity for local entrepreneurs get a chance to showcase their service and/or product and network with other businesses.
There will be vendors from statement pieces, beauty, health, romance, fashion clothing to locally owned company that actually makes their own cremes, bath soaps.
Here’s some of the vendors that’s confirmed their participation:
Virtue is a sponsor for the event. If you would like to be a sponsor to market your business contact VIPP Style Accessories at booking at vippstyle dot com.
Anticipation begins to grow as students prepare to head back to school on August 15th. Some have anxiety because their parents have difficulties supporting their households. Purchasing anything extra right now puts a strain on their expenses. Do you know a Jefferson County Public School high school senior that continues to give back and considered a role model amongst their peers, family and friends even when they have no idea what the future holds for them and their family?
AFM Threads and the Stamina “AOK” Foundation team up to assist some students with their back to school needs. We are looking for two lucky high school seniors who would like the opportunity to receive clothing for school and prom apparel valued at $1,000 for their act(s) of kindness.
Seniors need to submit a letter and/or video 2 minutes or less explaining how they give back through community service. A committee will read the entries and determine the winners. Submit entries to: afmforher@gmail.com. The deadline is August 13, 2018 at 11:59 pm.
Winners of the contest will receive: two outfits for back to school, prom attire, lunch with Miss Kentucky and a mentor session with Stamina Foundation Founder Derek Anderson.
If you know a high school senior that needs a little support, please have them submit an essay on giving back. We would also like for them also to choose a non-profit to volunteer with during the school year.
If you would like to have the organizers of the Back to School Initiative on your program and/or to have youth models showing viewers the latest trends please contact VIPP Communications for availability by calling 502.295.0435 or email us at info@vippcommunications.com.
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VIPP Communications is a full service public relations, event management and production firm headquartered in Louisville, KY with clients and/or projects all over the U.S. We can create, maintain and sustain your brand. Our clientele range from small businesses, non-profits, corporate leaders, entertainment to current and retired professional athletes. Contact one of our team members to see if we can assist you at info at vippcommunications dot com.
Follow us on social media. Twitter: @vippcomm/Instagram & Facebook: @vippcommunications
VIPP Style Accessories will host a Sip, Shop and Support Pop Up Shop on Sunday, May 20th in Louisville at Virtue located at 103 W. Oak Street.
The event is from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Vendors will showcase their products and/or services on Sunday.
The VIPP Style team will be on hand to display their unique statement pieces. There will also be a beauty consultant, a clothing vendor with the latest fashions, a hat vendor, a new eyelash distributor and a massage therapist.
To be apart of future pop up shops contact VIPP Style Accessories at booking at vippstyle.com.
Website: http://www.vippstyle.com /IG: @vipp_style/ FB: @vippstyle
(Louisville, KY) Kimmielaine’s Fashion Designs and Alterations will host their inaugural Finding Peace Through Fashion Charity Fashion Show on Saturday, May 26th at the Mellwood Arts Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue starting at 1:00 pm. This year’s theme: Peacocks.
Kimmielaine’s in conjunction with the “No More Red Dots” (NMRD) campaign lead by Dr. Eddie Woods will bring “Sew A.W.A.R.E.”, (Advocating Women around Revolutionary Excellence) which is an extension of Woods’ initiative.
NMRD is dedicated to building a safer, more peaceful inner city by offering opportunities such as activities, events and programs that help improve the lives of young girls.
During the fashion show you will see young ladies participating in the event. They will also have the chance to sit in the audience to witness how a show and the many moving parts to execute a show on that level.
Kimberly Foree, owner of Kimmielaine’s Fashion Designs and Alterations and fashion show coordinator says “Our goal is reach the young ladies by giving them opportunities that they normally don’t get a chance to experience. We are looking to assert energy in a creative and constructive manner instead of a destructive and unmanageable mindset. We are Helping YOU be Sew AWARE of your beauty and Designing Fashion for Today’s World”.
Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door for general admission. You can purchase them on eventbrite.com. The link is provided: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peace-through-fashion-charity-fashion-show-tickets-45561561858?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. Doors open at 12 p.m. and guests will shop with local vendors until the show begins. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, (JDRF) and the No More Red Dots campaign.
Please post our event on your calendars. If you would like to setup an interview, and/or request media credentials, please contact us at please contact VIPP Communications at at info at vippcommunications dot com.
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VIPP Communications is a full service public relations, event management and production firm headquartered in Louisville, KY with clients and/or projects all over the U.S. We can create, maintain and sustain your brand. Our clientele range from small businesses, non-profits, corporate leaders, entertainment to current and retired professional athletes. Contact one of our team members to see if we can assist you at info at vippcommunications dot com.
(Louisville, KY) TheVIPPReport: On Sunday, April 29th VIPP Style Accessories will do a pop up shop to help Louisville and surrounding areas get ready for Kentucky Derby Weekend.
It all takes place at Virtue, 103 W. Oak Street from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. They will be jewelry, statement pieces, lashes, Oaks & Derby hat vendors as well as a massage therapist. Helping those wind down before the big wind up for the 1st Saturday in May.
Come out and Sip, Shop and Support!
If you would like to be a vendor space is limited. Contact them at booking at vippstyle dot com.
If you have a Kentucky Derby event send it to us at thevippreport at vippcomunications dot com.
Follow us on Twitter @thevippreport @vippcomm.
(Louisville, KY) When it comes to the Kentucky Derby it’s all about the horses, cuisine and style. When we it comes to fashion it doesn’t stop with the hat, handbags, outfit, jewelry and shoes. It’s all about having makeup that compliments you. Cosmetic stylist Andrea of Beats By Drea is working around the clock to prepare for racing fans is gearing up for the list of celebrities already inquiring her services to be their freelance artist when they arrive in the city.
Beats By Drea offers makeup classes, pamper parties, wedding parties, style shows, private celebrity appointments to FX makeup. Andrea’s passion is film FX makeup. After advice she received from a family member that she can have the best of both worlds in the makeup industry. So, she calls it “Gore and Glam”. Since that day in 2012, she’s been working on both crafts in her La Vie Est studio located at 2210 Goldsmith Lane.
If you would like to have a professional makeup artist take care of you and/or any of your clientele, please contact her by setting up a time to discuss availability at beatsbydrea425@gmail.com. Follow her on her social media platforms: Instagram @beatsbydrea425 and Facebook @Beatsbydrea.
If you would like to setup an interview and/or have her bring models to your studio and show what’s trending in the makeup industry contact VIPP Communications at info@vippcommunications.com.
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*Note-The photo above is Andrea and R&B artist Dreezy taken March 31st in Louisville backstage at Kentucky Center. Andrea was called to prepare Dreezy for the concert that evening.
Louisville, KY (March 22, 2018). Business woman and founder of All for Men Threads, Tawana Bain has teamed up with international model, Nurse Practitioner, wife of UK and NCAA star (Derek Anderson), Dr. Ashley Anderson, to launch AFM for him. for her, a boutique styling men and women for all occasions…from “uptown to downtown.” AFM for him. for her. Is a collaboration of sisters…two women who have a passion for fashion! Just in time for Derby 2018, AFM will bring unique fashions from New York, Los Angeles and Europe to Louisville! The boutique is opening a pop up in Mall St. Matthews for the Derby season and will host a Grand Opening Event on Friday April 6th from 6pm-9pm!
April 6, 2018 AFM for him. for her. will mark the official launch of the AFM women’s line and the boutique’s full time opening to the public for the Derby season. The event, being held at Mall St. Matthews, across from Victoria’s Secret, will include shopping, a meet and greet with the owners, food and beverages and a fashion show at 7pm that will highlight both men’s and women’s clothing, including some special Easter, prom, and Derby themed looks. This event is open to the public.
In addition to the Show, through the Stamina Foundation, AFM for him. for her. will be doing an AOK (Act of Kindness) for a pair of women in the Louisville Community. We are accepting submissions from “girlfriends” who are empowering other women in the community for a chance to win the “Ultimate Girls Night Package.” The winners of this package will receive: Hair Styling, Makeup Application, Mani/Pedi, Massage, Clothing from AFM, Dinner, 2 Free Tickets to the Best Friends Thunder Brunch, and a $150 donation to a charity of their choice.
Available for Easter/Derby On-Air Fashion Segments
For more information, contact
Sherlene Shanklin
Time to freshen up your jewelry. VIPP Style Accessories just received a few new statement pieces that we know you are going to love. forecasting some of the colors you will see in the coming months, olive, gold, purple (all shades) and cream. So, we went and found these beautiful bold pieces.
You can purchase them online at http://www.vippstyle.com. To see online specials, popup shop and special event opportunities. Follow us us on Facebook @vippstyle and Instagram @vipp_style. Make a statement with our beautiful, bold and stylish pieces.
To join our style team, contact us at booking@vippstyle.com.
“Make A Statement” with VIPP Style Accessories
VIPP Style Accessories is your new online shopping experience. Finding unique, bold and vibrant statement pieces can be difficult. So, our stylists work hard to locate great pieces from all over the U.S. and we will showcase them on our site. “Make An Impression “
There’s a new online jewelry line that’s BOLD, BEAUTIFUL and makes a statement. VIPP Style Accessories is a jewelry vendor that searches high and low to find affordable statement pieces. They started their business in December 2016 and they are already having to expand. The VIPP Style team handpicks each piece.
To see what’s currently available go to http://www.vippstyle.com.
On Facebook @vippstyle and Instagram @vipp_style.
If you would like to have some of these pieces in your boutique, on display, style shows and/or weddings contact us booking@vippstyle.com.
No order is too small nor too big. If you would like to be on the VIPP Style Team and/or would like to host a jewelry show email us at vippstyle@vippcommunications.com.
The VIPP Report: We are now only 27 days away from the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby. If you have a story idea and/or would like to advertise please contact us at TheVIPPReport@vippcommunications.com. follow us on Twitter @VIPPComm. #FirstSaturdayinMay
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