Inspired by the imagery of Memories and Inspiration, Hair Peace is presented by Chattanooga Fashion Expo featuring Creative Director Demetrius Seay. Local African American models and dancers will present an original multi-arts runway show by choreographer Damien Kyle.
With looks created by a team of hair, makeup and nail professionals overseen by Celebrity Stylist Andrea Mona Bowman, the performance will showcase six original couture gowns designed by Romey Roe from New Orleans and jewelry by local designers Crown & Heights and Bronze Visionary.
VIP tickets can be purchased only through CFE’s Eventbrite.
Memories & Inspiration: The Kerry and C. Betty Davis Collection of African American Art was organized and toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC.
In high school in Middle Tennessee, Mr. Seay won the ASCAP Quincy Jones Songwriter’s Scholarship which launched his showbiz career track.
“As a black student evolving through these opportunities I had to accept that I was letting white supremacy warp my viewpoint,” said Mr. Seay. “It shifted all of my paradigms. Over time, I realized how many strong virtuous pillars of ours were torn down so that the only thing to look up to was the Eurocentric standard.”
Through research and study of African Spirituality, Mr. Seay had a break-through about the pervasive white standard of beauty.
“My hair was the actual pathway to find my connection,” said Mr. Seay. “It was when I had to go natural because I chemically burned my scalp, I was able to see how much freedom I actually gained. My views about the world and how I actually fit in it completely changed.”
A limited number of CFE VIP Experience tickets that include tickets to the Hair Peace show are available now on Eventbrite. Learn more and see the full schedule of events at http://www.ChattanoogaFashionExpo.com/cfe-2022
