Bettie Page Clothing introduces fall 2011 collection
at Southern Nevada’s largest car show in Henderson
The City of Henderson has partnered with Bettie Page Clothing to debut the first-ever Super Run fashion show at this year’s classic car show. Models will hit the runway, unveiling the boutique’s fall 2011 collection, Saturday, September 24 at 7 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. Spectator admission is complimentary.
Inspired by the legendary styling of the “Queen of Pinups,” Bettie Page, the Henderson-based retailer will feature apparel with a ‘50s retro flair. From animal prints to pencil skirts, floral blouses and glamorous dresses, Bettie Page Clothing will take fashionitas of all-ages into an exciting time warp, where Elvis reined the airwaves, sock hops were the craze and drive-in movies were the weekend hangouts.
“I’m so thrilled to be a part of this year’s Super Run,” said Tatyana Khomyakova, founder and designer for Bettie Page Clothing. “The car show is another great opportunity for me to meet new and exciting people who love our dresses.”
Launched in 2007 by husband/wife duo Jan Glaser and Khomyakova, a Russian-born fashion designer, Bettie Page Clothing, burst onto the Las Vegas fashion scene, opening its first store in Planet Hollywood. In a short time period, the vintage clothing line has expanded with several boutiques in California’s popular destinations including the Gaslamp District in San Diego, Hollywood and San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury, as well as a secondary shop in Las Vegas at Caesar’s Palace and is featured at other merchants in nearly 60 countries worldwide.
Bettie Page Clothing has captivated millions. With her timeless creations, Khomyakova has heightened the style icon’s popularity amongst multiple generations. In fact, celebrities, including Katy Perry, Holly Madison, Pink and Leighton Meester, are flocking to stores in search for that perfect outfit that captures Bettie Page’s signature look.
The fashion show will join the festivities associated with the Super Run Classic Car Show, scheduled for Thursday, September 22 – Sunday, September 25. The event attract over 100,000 people to the Water Street District to see up to 1,000 classic cars, hot rods and vintage vehicles on display, as well as enjoy a variety of full throttle competitions including burn outs and roaring engines contests. Recognized as Southern Nevada’s largest car show, Super Run will also include exciting nightly concerts by oldies group The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards and Against the Grain, a popular local country act. Spectator admission to the car show is also complimentary.
For additional information on Super Run, please contact the Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (702) 267-2171 or visit HendersonLive.com. Find us on Facebook and follow us Twitter.
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About the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism is dedicated to creating and promoting innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism, involve and serve the community and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson.
The Henderson Pavilion, Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza are all managed by the Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism.
For additional information on our programs and entertainment, please contact us directly at (702) 267-2171. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.