The art and fashion worlds collided in Baton Rouge’s own Uncommon Thread Wearable Art Show.  1,500 of Louisiana’s finest attended this landmark event on October 18th at the Louisiana State Museum.  Although originally intended as a conceptual competition targeting artists across all genres, it was undoubtedly the fashion event of the year for Baton Rouge.  With 41 original pieces from 38 designers around Baton Rouge and the nation, Uncommon Thread showcased the best in wearable art and fashion. The brainchild of Culture Candy’s Erin Rolfs, the event was a multi-faceted, multi-media event.  Strains of the ethereal Louisiana State Museum Gospel Choir were heard alongside the modern electronic set performed by DJ Otto.  Sinewy dancers moved across the museum’s makeshift runway under the direction of Micaela Marchand Conor, as models paraded the intrepid creations of local and national artists.  The audience pressed tightly against the limits of the walkway, with just enough room for the models to pass, tickling the noses of spectators with a peacock feather or stray bit of silk. The show kicked off with the work of Sarah Wheelcock, an electric blue evening gown with a box-shaped skirt.  The piece, entitled, “Dress for a Homeless Woman”, was inspired [...]

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