ANCESTRAL THREADS COLLECTION
AT VANCOUVER INDIGENOUS FASHION WEEK 2019
FOR THE RED DRESS GALA IN HONOUR OF THE MMIW
AT THE ORPHEUM THEATER
This collection was inspired by the threads of traditional knowledge and stories that are woven through the collection.
Montana Howe in Red Ultrasuede Appliqued Dogfish on Gold Linen Halter and Pleated Chiffon Palazzo Pants MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @MontanaHowe model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Fawnda Bullsheilds in Red Ultrasuede Hummingbird Halter on Gold Linen with Pleated Chiffon Skirt MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @fawnda_bullshields model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Talaysay Campo in Fox and Fern Cashmere Ultrasuede Cape with Scarf MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @talaysay_campo model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Maleeya KHG in Black Cashmere Ultrasuede Salmon Head Cape with Red Salmon Head Jumpsuit MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @maleeyakhg model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Erika Trube in Black Sheer Salmon Cycle Cape and Sable Suede Eagle Empire Dress MMIW Red Dress Gala #VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @__saltedbutter model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Alexia Quinn in Taupe Sable Suede Appliqued Salmon Egg Crop Top and Long Skirt MMIW Red Dress Gala #VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @lexi_quinn604 @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Mnookmi Severight in Red Cashmere Cape with Ocelot Ultrasuede Fireweed Design MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @mnookmi.severight model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber lead makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Trinity Summer in Red Satin V Neck Traditional Cedar Woven Style Dress MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @trinityxsummer @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Alicia Hanton in Red Feather Halter Top and Black Pleated Chiffon Skirt MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @alicia.hanton model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Melita Gus in Strapless Black Ponti Dress with Lapis and Black Ultrasuede and Feather Dress MMIW Red Dress Gala #VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @melitarozinaa model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Tiana Oostindie in Navy, Gold and Orange Double Raven Belt with Orange Ultrasuede Skirt and Navy Pleated Chiffon Over Dress MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @tianao_o @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @yolondaskelton Pearl and Amber jewelry set
Amelia Boissoneau in Yellow White Fox Fur Trimmed Crop Top with Navy Double Thunderbird Appliqued Pleated Chiffon Palazzo Pants MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @am.e.l.i.a model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Joshua Pawis-Steckley wearing Owl Vest from the (Good-ka-nooks) Oral Story MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @ @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Taran Kootenhayoo in Black Cashmere Vest with Turquoise Ultrasuede Double Killer Whale and Lotus Flower Applique MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @aweheck_ model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist
Barbara Patrick in Lapis Blue Killer Whale Shawl Collar Sherpa/Ultrasuede Coat with Fireweed Cuffs. MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @brisbrain photographer @babzpatrick model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber lead makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Monday in Black Sherpa Coat with Grey Ultrasuede Double Killer Whale Applique MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @ @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Crystal Tisiga in Black Sheer Chevron Salmon Dress MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @crystaltisiga model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Pernella Portillo in Sheer Ivory Dragonfly Dress with Pearl Neckline MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @pernella143 @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Saphron Thomas in Salish Sea Silver Dress with Blue/ Black Striped Faux Fur and Sheer Coat MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @saphron_t model @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Toni in Copper Silk Double Killer Whale Strapless Gown with Black Silk Thread Shrug MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @brisbrain photographer @toni.finally.caved @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist @giggysbeads earrings
Jaymyn LaVallee in Ivory Silk Wedding Dress with Cedar Woven Silk trim and Dragonfly Cape MMIW Red Dress Gala#VIFW2019 @yolondaskelton designer @peterbojensen photographer @jlavallesq @joleenmiskinahk creator @vancouverindigenousfashionweek @krystal_simplystyle hair @jessyjinstylist hair @withloveamber head makeup artist
Yolonda Skelton in Rainbow Salmon Head Appliqued Shawl Indigenous Designers Photoshoot by @farahnoshphotographs with @yolondaskelton and VIFW2019 Red Dress Gala photos by @peterbojensen photographer#indigenousdesigners #indigenousfashion #indigenousmodels #vancouverindigenousfashionweek2019 #authentic #original #indigenouswomenrise #vifw @joleenmiskinahk at @vancouverindigenousfashionweek
Ancestral Threads Collection at
The Red Dress Gala MMIW
VIFW 2019
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