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FAQ

Modified Style Portland FAQ

Q. What is Modified Style Portland?

Modified Style Portland is a fashion show fundraiser with a few lofty goals. We want to inspire people to get creative, to design, to be inspired. We also want to showcase sustainability and show support for local non-profits. By utilizing found and donated scrap fabric (no animal-based fabric, please!), in our fashion show, we aim to highlight how easy--and fun!--it is to donate to worthwhile causes. With a big Silent Auction and a DJ and a kick-ass raffle, this fashion show shows it’s easy to give.

Q. Is it a for-profit venture?

While we figuratively have always been a non-profit (donating all proceeds to our three charities), Modified Style Portland is in the process of becoming a non-profit. You can be safe in the knowledge that whether you donate products or money, pay admission or buy a raffle ticket or a dress in the Silent Auction, all proceeds go toward putting on our show and our fantastic charities.

Q. I have fabric. How can I help?

Great! We love fabric. If it's before January 1st, 2012, you can send it to us at:

Modified Style Portland

PO Box 10624

Portland, OR 97296

Or contact info@modifiedstyle.org with the subject "fabric" to arrange a drop-off/pick up.

*Please, no animal-based fabrics, including wool, leather, silk or felt. Thank you.

Q. I want to design. How can I be involved?

Super! We've had amazing designers in the past and are looking forward to meeting new talent. You don't need any experience to design, just a desire to learn. Modified Style Portland 2012 is separated into two categories of experience, so whether you've never held a sewing needle before or you own your shop, there's a place for you.

Contact info@modifiedstyle.org with the subject “design” for more information.

Q. I want to model. How can I be involved?

Our designers are responsible for finding their own models, but if you’d like to be involved you can always send us an email and we’ll see if we have space. Models can be any size, weight, shape, gender or personality. We love ‘em all!

Q. I want to volunteer. How can I help?

Super! Thanks so much! We’ll have more information down the line on specific volunteer opportunities. Feel free to drop us a line to info@modifiedstyle.org with the subject line “volunteer” if you’d like to be placed on our list.

Q. I want to lend a hand as a photographer/hair stylist/make-up artist/planning ninja/graphic designer/etc. What should I do?

We would be thrilled if you wanted to lend your skills to this awesome show. We can’t say for sure at this time what we’ll need, as our needs are ever-changing, but please send us an email at info@modifiedstyle.org with the subject line “I’m awesome” (or whatever skill you have) and we’ll keep it on file and get back to you.

Q. I want to attend to show support but I don’t really ‘get’ fashion. Should I still come?

Of course! Even if you don’t get fashion, even if you don’t know anybody, even if you’ve never heard of one of our charities, come. Come and support lovely talent and learn about awesome non-profits. We’d love to have you.

Q. My company wants to sponsor Modified Style Portland. Where can I find out more?

Thank you. As we are primarily donation-based, we depend on our sponsors to help provide the best possible event. Contact us at info@modifiedstyle.org with the subject “sponsorship” and we will send you a sponsor sheet.

Q. When and where is it?

Modified Style Portland is an annual show; the next one will be held next May at a location to be determined -- doors open at 6pm. Past venues included the Secret Society Ballroom, the Jupiter Hotel, and Disjecta. As soon as we finalize a venue we will update this information. We have several really exciting options out there right now.

Q. What non-profits are you raising money for?

We are raising money and awareness for:

Sisters Of The Road, a Portland non-profit dedicated to eradicating homelessness.

From their website:

Sisters Of The Road exists to build authentic relationships and alleviate the hunger of isolation in an atmosphere of nonviolence and gentle personalism that nurtures the whole individual, while seeking systemic solutions that reach the roots of homelessness and poverty to end them forever.

The Pixie Project, a non-profit of Portland, Oregon dedicated to rescuing animals.

From their website:
Amy Sacks and Karli Covington, the founders of The Pixie Project are committed to changing the image of a "rescue" or shelter animal. While some animals come to the Pixie Project seeking medical or behavioral attention not accessible in a typical shelter, many Pixie Project "kids" are professionally trained, family friendly pets whose circumstances have left them in need of a new home. We were founded on the the belief that no one rescue or shelter can do it all. We are here in support of the underfunded, understaffed and overcrowded facilities found in every community.

CHAP has an art factory housed in NW Portland where kids make up their own rules and other programs occur in Portland area Children's hospitals.

From their website:

Children’s Healing Art Project (CHAP) offers one-on-one classes for children in isolation and group classes in playrooms, lobbies and waiting rooms. CHAP classes include drawing, painting, sculpture, computer animation, beading, mask making and jewelry. CHAP classes offer a place where nervous energy is transformed into creative energy. Our common language is based in the creative process of making art, which crosses all gender, age, and cultural, religious and ethnic boundaries. CHAP classes offer an art experience that engages and inspires -- where children can be seen for their artistic talents and not for their diseases, diagnoses or disabilities.