Project Runway Runner-Up Returns to Cincinnati Roots with Visit to Paris J Boutique

With many young fashion designers looking for their big break, very few actually make it. Former Cincinnati resident Althea Harper is one of those few.

Harper is returning to her roots on June 23, 2010, with an appearance at an event hosted by Paris J Boutique and media sponsor Cincy Chic. Harper graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) in 2008 and was a runner-up on the series Project Runway. Harper’s latest fall 2010 line is available to Cincinnatians early winter of this year at Paris J Boutique in Montgomery. Celebrities including Khloe Kardashian have donned looks from Harper’s line.

"I watched Althea Harper on Project Runway and became a fan from the very first episode," said owner of Paris J Boutique Teresa Washington. "I love her designs and am extremely honored to have her visit my boutique since such talent is a rarity in the fashion community. Althea has cutting edge style that combines both draping and tailoring that makes silhouettes appear strong and beautiful, which is very important to women."

Join Paris J Boutique and media sponsor Cincy Chic in welcoming home a local celebrity on June 23rd from 6 to 9 pm at Paris J Boutique in Montgomery. Attendees can enter to win a $100 Paris J Boutique gift certificate, purchase exclusive items from Althea’s new "Sittella" line and enjoy an exclusive meet and greet with the designer. It’s a must attend evening filled with wine, sushi, good music, and so much more.

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