Misha Mendicino Wins Emerging Designer Of The Year In 2014 Phoenix Fashion Week

PHOENIX, Oct. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Misha Mendicino Designs, the latest in boho chic resort couture with a passion for elephant conservation, has been awarded the coveted title of Emerging Designer of the Year! After four months of fashion boot camp, social media contests, runway shows and judges' votes, Phoenix Fashion Week chose Mendicino as the designer to watch, awarding her a prize package valued at over $10,000 to continue her fashions and spread her philanthropic message.

With the dream to create her own clothing designs, love for travel and mission to make an impact in the world, Mendicino has successfully achieved this award at such a young stage in her career. Launching only last year, Mendicino proves to be a heavy contender in the fashion industry, designing beautiful pieces that are comfortably sexy and add that extra level of chic and style to any day no matter the occasion. Her 2015 spring and summer line does not disappoint with nature-inspired colors, dazzling prints and an eye for the everyday woman's body. Walking down the runway, it was clear that Mendicino was a frontrunner of the competition and was declared winner.

"Hearing my name the last night of Phoenix Fashion Week was such a surreal moment," said Misha Mendicino, founder and designer of Misha Mendicino Designs. "To know that we now have more resources to continue producing one-of-a-kind pieces for a good cause is an unbelievable feeling and I am extremely grateful for this opportunity. We have hit some major strides and I cannot wait to see what is in store for the future of Misha Mendicino Designs!"

"I knew Misha Mendicino was on a path to success when she first presented her collection of resort-wear in June," said Abbei Marquis, Designers and Buyers Leader of Phoenix Fashion Week. "She was such a pleasure to work with and learning about what she does to promote elephant and wildlife conservation helped to give a philanthropic edge to a unique, wearable brand. Our whole team is proud of our 2014 Emerging Designer of the Year and looks forward to seeing what Misha Mendicino Designs does next."

Partnering with the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, a non-profit organization aimed at the preservation and protection of wildlife with an emphasis on elephant conservation, gives Mendicino that extra motivation to share her line and vision with others. 5% of all sales go directly to the foundation who's efforts include anti-poaching, safeguarding the natural environment, enhancing community awareness, addressing animal welfare issues, providing veterinary assistance to animals in need, rescuing and hand-rearing elephants and rhino orphans, along with other species that can ultimately enjoy a quality of life in wild terms when grown.

Misha Mendicino Designs is the must-have brand of the year, transforming any woman into a resort-staying, confident style maven ready for adventure and fun. Through this massive fashion win this weekend, Mendicino now has a bigger platform to showcase her impeccable designs while shedding light on the severity of these wildlife issues before it is too late. Mendicino will also be showcasing her spring and summer collection at next week's SELECT Show in conjunction with LA Fashion Week, October 13-15, 2014, at the California Market Center. Both fashion buyers and enthusiasts alike will be able to see her award-winning pieces and can place orders onsite.

ABOUT MISHA MENDICINO DESIGNS

Misha Mendicino Designs is the premium brand of resort wear for the everyday woman of the world. Combining sophisticated elegance with nature-inspired colors and vibrant prints, these designs enhance femininity and comfort while providing an organically chic style. Misha Mendicino is committed to making a difference in the lives of elephants through her charitable donations to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust that embraces all measures that complement the conservation, preservation and protection of wildlife.

For more information on Misha Mendicino Designs, please visit www.mishamendicinodesigns.com. Follow them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/mishamendicinodesigns, on Twitter @mishamendicino and on Instagram @mishamendicinodesigns. To schedule an interview, contact Orange County public relations agency Driven Public Relations, 949-247-7540 or email [email protected].

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