Sunday, April 14, 2013 SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE AND SFGATE.COM
On Sunday April 14th, Dawn's discarded to Divine dress was featured in the San Francisco Chronicle's Style Section.
"As the evening came to an end , volunteer models donned the coveted items for an impromptu live auction. The "Versailles" embellished coat by designer Olga Shor, went for $460, and "Gurl with a Purl" a wool trapeze jacket, by Moda Gwendolina, was sold for $600. The ornate dress "Fleur Bleues" by Dawn Castel, was the belle of the ball, and sold for $900." SFUNZIPPED, May 15-22, Discarded to DIvine: A simple way to help.
On Friday, April 12th, 2013, Dawn Castel's "Fleurs Bleues" submission won the prestigious Best Garment Award at San Francisco's de Young Museum Discarded to Divine premiere.
