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LATIN FACTORY VIII VIOLET FUSION BENEFIT ART & FASHION SHOW ANNOUNCES HOSTS, HONOREES, DESIGNERS AND ARTISTS
BIENESTARs most anticipated annual event is on November 18th, 2012
LOS ANGELES, CA On Sunday, November 18th, 2012 Bienestar Human Services (BIENESTAR) will host its fashion and art show fundraiser: Latin Factory VIII Violet Fusion at 6:00 PM at Circus Disco in Hollywood. This amazing event will showcase exclusive collections of upcoming Latin@ designers, as well as well-established names of the Fashion industry and Arts spectrum. At this show we will be honoring and recognizing the leadership of special individuals, including Adan Terriquez for his great contributions to the fashion industry. The fashion show will be hosted by Daniela Ganoza from Univision. In years past BIENESTAR has presented awards to courageous advocates such as California State Assembly Speaker John Perez, U.S. Congresswomen Lucille Roybal-Allard, Hilda Solis and Grace Napolitano, and BIENESTAR supporter Maria Conchita Alonso and Christian Chavez. Celebrities, artists, community leaders, and elected officials will be invited to enjoy this one-of-a-kind fashion show.

Designers Showing at Latin Factory VIII

Adan Terriquez These regal gowns are designed for those once in a lifetime events- weddings,
quinceaeras and other very special occasions. They are truly fit for a princess.

Timoteo A collection of contemporary mens street wear and swimwear with an emphasis on style, fit and comfort. Gerardo Reyes Mexican-American fashion designer, he has designed for the likes of many stars such as Mila Jovovich, Kim Kardashian, Niki & the Dove & Jenni Rivera, Porcelain Black, Lola Monroe and countless others N2N Bodywork: Founded in Los Angeles in 1997, N2N Bodywears Andrew Makay creates more than great swimwear and underwear; his vision launched an apparel revolution Sarmy of Hollywood (Sarmy Reyes) Fashion Designer and Milliner, his credits include designing and constructing costume hats for Hollywood films such as Elf Man and The Dictator.

Pink Horses by Diego Medel: Both a fashion line of beautiful red carpet gowns and charro wear, the detail and care taken to create these designs is outstanding Viridiana Perezzi (Missy market of the 80s decade), established VIM in October of 2010. Having worked for various markets in the industry Gustavo Hurtado: Creator of fashionable Hurt de Hurtado

Artists Showing at Latin Factory VIII: Miguel Angel Reyes, Hector Silva, Lorenzo Gomez, Jose Aguilar, Roy Huerta, Ken Almanza, Lucia Jurado, Jesus Martin Lopez, Diego Feliz & Inoe Vargas,

WHAT: WHEN:

Latin Factory VIII, Violet Fusion An Art and Fashion show benefitting BIENESTAR November 18, 2012 6:00 pm- Red Carpet and Art Show 8:00 pm- Fashion Show Circus Disco 6655 Santa Monica Blvd Los ngeles, CA 90038

WHERE:

Latin Factory Video

To schedule interviews please contact Victoria Ruiz at vruiz@bienestar.org 213 -840 -8061
Since 1989, BIENESTAR has been committed to enhancing the health and well-being of the Latino community and other underserved communities in Southern California. We accomplish this through our unique peer-to peer service model community outreach, health education and awareness and human rights advocacy for social justice. We operate nine centers throughout Southern California and reach over 10,000 people yearly. Visit www.BIENESTAR.org for additional information. Join us on Facebook: BIENESTAR Familia