Welcome to the San Francisco Fashion Week x International Ladies Charity Federation | 2024 Joanna Jia Couture Fashion Exhibition! Join us for an immersive showcase of the 2024 collections of Joanna Jia Couture at Temple San Francisco.
Joanna Jia Couture is excited to exhibit the 2024 Artisanal Exhibition of Joanna Jia Couture, where fashion meets artistry in a breathtaking showcase of exquisite and unique collections. This year, we are thrilled to premiere Joanna Jia's stunning new haute couture collection, Water of Life —an ethereal tribute to the wonders of the ocean and a celebration of our connection to this vital element of life. Joanna Jia Couture will also showcase other collections, along with the support from ILCF.
*Water of Life*, is an evocative homage to the fluidity, resilience, and beauty of water, merging high couture with eco-conscious design. This collection features gowns and separates that flow and shimmer in shades of deep ocean blue, serene turquoise, and luminescent pearl white, embodying the many moods of water. Each piece captures a sense of movement, as layers of lightweight silk organza, ethereal chiffon, and lustrous satin ripple and cascade to emulate the look and feel of cascading water.
Intricate beadwork and hand-stitched sequins glisten like droplets in sunlight, while asymmetrical drapes and flowing silhouettes evoke the natural, unrestrained movement of waves and waterfalls. A blend of organic materials and recycled fabrics are used throughout the collection, reflecting Jia’s commitment to sustainable practices.
About Joanna Jia Couture:
Since establishing the brand in 1997, Joanna Jia Couture was founded by designer Joanna Jia in China. As a graduate of the Yun Nan Arts University, Joanna Jia started her own brand with the mission to redesign and transform Asian cultural wear with her own elegant and modernist edge. Joanna Jia Couture has graced the catwalks of San Francisco Fashion Week, Silicon Valley Fashion Week, San Francisco Chinatown Fashion Week, International Charity Ladies Federation charity galas, and more. With roots engrained in deep cultural heritage, Joanna Jia Couture brings an avant garde perspective on Asian culture with her powerful fashion statements.
Event Highlights:
Premiering the Water of Life Collection: Experience the unveiling of Joanna Jia’s latest designs, inspired by the beauty and mystery of the sea.
Reception Hour: Enjoy a delightful reception with fellow fashion enthusiasts, where you can mingle and savor refreshments.
Red Carpet Experience: Capture the moment on the red carpet with photo opportunities that celebrate the glamor of haute couture.
Cocktail Bar: Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails before the exhibition show begins.
Live Fashion Photoshoot: Witness the behind-the-scenes of the creation of couture photoshoots, live in front of you! After the show, we will have a live presentation of fashion photography with the designs straight from the runway. Attendees will also have the opportunity to a photo op with the designs collections and the designer Joanna Jia.
Don’t miss this enchanting evening filled with fashion, creativity, and inspiration. Join us as we celebrate the artistry of Joanna Jia Couture and the magic of the ocean.
About San Francisco Fashion Week
San Francisco Fashion Week is the Bay Area’s premier fashion event, bringing together designers, industry professionals, and fashion enthusiasts to celebrate creativity, innovation, and diversity in fashion. Organized by the San Francisco Fashion And Merchants Alliance (SFFaMA.org), SFFW promotes local talent and provides a platform for emerging designers to showcase their work.
San Francisco Fashion Week implements this innovative approach by combining educational programs, technological advancements and entrepreneurship to continuously nurture the creative communities in fashion, wearables, retail, design, immersive technologies, new media and the arts.
About International Ladies Charity Federation
International Ladies Charity Federation(ILCF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in San Francisco in 2018 by Silicon Valley philanthropist, entrepreneur, and fashion designer Joanna Jia. Her vision was to build a platform and community of support for women through philanthropy, cultural arts and fashion, and entrepreneurship. Dedicated to serving the community, ILCF focuses on uplifting the elderly, supporting orphanages, aiding the homeless, and strengthening our local community. Since the founding in 2018, ILCF has grown to encompass distinguished women representatives of the community, including female founders, corporate executives, financial advisors, lawyers, doctors, and community service leaders. ILCF has made significant contributions in the San Francisco Bay Area and internationally, receiving recognition from city officials, the California State Assembly, the State of California, local council members, and Lions Club International. With your support, we continue our dual commitment to community service and empowering women, creating impactful opportunities for positive change.
