FLINT TWP, MI - Spring fashion was on display at Macy's in Flint Township, as dozens of models hit the runway flaunting bright colored clothes and accessories.
The Spring Preview Event took place Sunday, April 19, on the second level of Macy's inside Genesee Valley Center, with attendees at the show able to see a runway show with a live disc jockey, intermission performances, door prizes, hors d'oeuvres and drinks.
The show was produced by the Rollick Group, in partnership with Macy's, with all proceeds donated to the Flint Police Activities League, an outreach program for the Flint youth and community.
"With grant funding being cut throughout Genesee County, this helps us to continue making a difference," said Jesse Carpenter, PAL director, who attended the fashion show.
Flint Police Chief James Tolbert said the donation will help PAL with summer programming, including youth employment. He said he was thankful for the combined efforts of the Rollick Group and Macy's.
"It's important to make those alliances with the community and with corporations," he said during the event.
Ben Baker, president of the Rollick group, said more people attended the show than was expected. He said the show cost about $1,500 to produce, and he hopes to donate $3,000 to PAL.
Ranging in age from 14 to 32 years old, a total of 33 male and female models from the Detroit and Flint areas wore a variety of spring outfits chosen by Macy's staff.
The wardrobe included clothes from Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, INC and other labels, according to Taquon Buford, creative director for the Rollick Group.
Buford said the goal of the show was to create grassroots interaction between Macy's and the city of Flint.
That goal aligned well with Macy's goal, said Teresa Wright, the vice president and store manager of the Macy's in Flint Township.
The show was a "pretty outstanding and out-of-the box" way to get involved with the community, Wright said, noting that Macy's does not normally host fashion shows like the one Sunday.
"I love the community and want people to know Macy's is not just located in the community, but it's part of the community," Wright said.
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