Official Models of the 3rd Annual #IfTheCrownFits Fashion Show!
Posted on April 20 2015
We are less than 2 weeks away from the 3rd annual If The Crown Fits, Wear It! Fashion Show! The event will be held at Hurricane Harry's on May 2 from 6-9pm with Phoebe's Home {Women of Domestic Violence} as the charity of choice to receive the proceeds. Last year we raised $3,000 for the Boys & Girls Club & this year the goal is to raise $5,000-$10,000!
Ways that YOU can help include coming to the event! Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online (HERE) or at the door. We will not sell out of tickets, however our VIP section did fill up as of this morning. We are also gladly taking silent auction items (valued at $20 or more), so if you would like to donate or know somebody who would, feel free to email me directly at randa@southernjewlz.com.
Each year I try to have completely well-rounded girls model in the show. These young ladies that will walk the run way at the event are all so very beautiful, ambitious and love giving back to the community! I want girls who truly encompass what it means to be a Southern Jewl - A self motivated female who knows no limits when it comes to success. While she is dressed to gain attention because of her style, her strength and dignity allow her to make others feel their worth and beauty. With love, class, and a touch of sass, she has the ambition and determination to set the world on fire.
Anyone who knows anything about the Southern Jewlz company will recognize Libby Vincek. Libby has been modeling for us since we ran our business out of the little Pink house. Libby reigns from East Bernard, TX and attended Blinn in Brenham. She then moved to Florida to work for a year at Disney World in the Entertainment division. Libby is now finishing her undergraduate degree at TCU in Fort Worth, TX. She is studying Film, Television & Digital Media with a minor in journalist. Libby models for the Julie Freeman Agency as well as the First Models of Houston. Her dream is to have her own travel television show called "Living it up with Libby" where she will show how to travel on a budget in your 20's.
Also returning from last year’s show is Logan Lester, a junior Universities Studies major at Texas A&M. Logan reigns from Sugarland, TX and is a fitness model and Ring Wraps representative. She was Miss Houston Teen USA 2012, 4th Runner Up at Miss Texas Teen USA, and most recently was 4th Runner Up at Miss Texas 2014. She stays busy during the week juggling school, Aggie Belles, Best Buddies and her sorority, Delta Gamma. On the weekends she likes to play fetch with her English bulldog Lucy and research new topics and workouts for her fitness blog. Logan says she loves going to a large university like Texas A&M because there are always unique opportunities to help the community. She is also doubling up as a sponsor and silent auction donor for this year's show with her new business - Logan Lester Mobile Spray Tanning!
Tina Nguyen is a student at Texas A&M University and is in the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. Raising money for charity and giving back are very near and dear to Tina's heart. From Nederland, TX, Tina is studying Telecommunications, Information Studies and Media and is employed by 12th Man Productions. She is truly one of the friendliest and hardest working girls who is genuine in every single way. Look for her to not only strut her stuff on the runway, but you will recognize her in the most recent Southern Jewlz photo shoot as well!
Born and raised in Houston, TX Beth Isbell won the title of Mrs. Texas United States last May where she went on to Las Vegas to compete for and win the title of Mrs. United States 2014. She is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science/Ag. Business. She quickly developed a passion for learning and leading in an educational environment, so upon graduation she attended Texas A&M University where she completed a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications. She has since moved to Norman, OK to continue her career and education at the University of Oklahoma. She is an Academic Counselor for the College of Arts & Sciences and is pursuing a PhD in Higher Education Administration. She also does commercial and print modeling for Brink Model Management in Edmond, Oklahoma and she enjoys using her title to volunteer her time to charitable groups and organizations to give back and serve not only her community and state, but the nation as a whole.
Blair Lynch is a 19 year old sophomore who is studying communications while being involved in Aggies Sisters for Christ, chasing the Miss Texas USA crown and taking time to pour into others such as even being apart in this amazing runway show to raise money for Phoebe's home. She is currently a model for Tony Bowls, Mon Cheri, Her Room, Watter's Bridal, Julie Freeman, Megan's Boutique, Southern Jewlz and a spokesmodel for Tony Jeary while working sales for Tickassure. She is so excited for whatever God brings her way in the modeling industry and even acting as a former actress from Young Actor's Studio. She believes that beauty is not what gets you places in life but hard work, intelligence and a heart of gold ready to openly pour into whomever and whatever needs it.
Ciara Johnson was born & raised in Houston Texas. She is currently a Senior Management Major and Human Resource Development Minor. When Ciara graduates this May, she will be working in San Antonio for USAA. During her time at A&M she has been involved in Aggie Belles, Global Business Brigades, the Society of Human Resource Management. She also gives tours daily at Mays Business School as a recruiter. When she's not in class or working, she involves traveling, spending time with loved ones, volunteering, and working on her fashion blog! Ciara feels honored to be apart of the Southern Jewlz fashion show this year!
Alexandra Dietz is a sophomore Marketing major from the Woodlands, Texas. After graduating from Texas A&M University, Alexandra plans on attending the European School of Economics in London to earn her certificate in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising. During her time at Texas A&M Alexandra stays busy with her sorority, Delta Gamma, the Mays International Business Association, and by volunteering for numerous nonprofits in the Brazos Valley area. Education is also extremely important to her. Recently she teamed up with Still Creek Ranch to found a college preparatory tutoring program for their upper-level students. Alexandra is looking forward to participating in the Southern Jewlz, If The Crown Fits Wear It Fashion Show in order to combine her love of fashion with her love of giving back to the community.
McKenzie Quigley was born and raised in Southern California until moving to New Braunfels, Texas in 2010. She is attending Blinn College currently, and has plans to transfer to Texas A&M University in the spring of 2016 and major in Allied Health. Her dream is to become a pediatrician and devote her life to healing children. She has done a lot of volunteer work, and enjoys it thoroughly. Seeing the change and goodness you can bring to others’ lives when joining together to make a difference is a priceless and amazing feeling. She's very excited to be a part of the Southern Jewlz team and to raise money for Phoebe’s home!
Kendall Kulhanek is a sophomore at Blinn College. A recent 1st runner up in the Miss Houston Pageant, Kendall hails from Danbury, Texas. She has modeled for many boutiques and been involved in many charity fundraisers that have given back to military moms and wives as well as cancer patients.
Mary Beckman graduated in 1990 from Texas A&M University with a BS in Marketing. Having worked in retail from the age of 16, she began a management career with Dillards Department Store in San Antonio, TX. In her role as Area Sales Manager she received awards for sales productivity and leadership, in addition to being promoted to a higher volume store with in the first 6 weeks of her employment. Following San Antonio, Mary transferred to the College Station Dillards, continuing her role as Area Sales Manager with an expanded areas of responsibility. In 1993 her husband, Wade, was promoted and the family moved to Austin. With this move and the birth of her first son Mary took a step out of retail to be a stay at home Mom and eventually raise two wonderful sons. Five years later, Mary and Wade moved to Humble and became business owners and franchisees, opening a freestanding Schlotzsky’s location. In 2001 they sold the franchise and began working with a small burrito chain in Houston where Mary took on the role as the Accountant and Human Resources Administrator. After selling Mission Burritos to Mexican Restaurants Inc. in 2004, Mary took a position with Westec Intelligent Surveillance selling security and management systems to restaurants and bars in the Houston area. After three very successful years in sales Mary and Wade were ready to get back into the restaurant industry and the Bryan/College Station area. Together with sons Collin and Carson, they moved back to Bryan College Station and opened Shipwreck Grill in 2009. After 3 wonderful years in business an opportunity presented itself and they decided to create a second restaurant concept. In 2013 Mary and Wade opened Amico Nave, meaning “Friend of The Ship”, which is an Italian restaurant. In the 5 ½ years since returning to Bryan, College Station, Mary has become a community leader, she is a member of ABWA as well as sitting on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Bryan, College Station Chamber of Commerce.
Ashton Wilson from Columbus, TX is a sophomore at Texas A&M University. She is majoring in psychology with a bachelor in science to later progress into a professional program to pursue a career as a Physicians Assistant. She is a proud member of the sorority Alpha Chi Omega. Alpha Chi Omega’s local philanthropy is also Phoebe’s Home, which makes participating in the Southern Jewlz #IfTheCrownFits Fashion Show this year so special to her. In her free time, Ashton likes to spend time with her family and friends, give back to the community, and of course, do some shopping!
Amanda Schaefer was born and raised in College Station, Texas. She is currently a sophomore Communication major at Texas A&M University. Growing up, she developed a love for dance at the age of two; she continued to dance competitively, till the end of her senior year in high school. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends because she believes that is the time most cherished. In college, she decided to branch out as she began modeling for Curbside Chic and was a SJ volunteer for last years fashion show. She is extremely proud to be a part of the Southern Jewlz #ifthecrownfits Fashion Show because who wouldn’t love to represent a brand that places a strong emphasis on ambition, confidence, and true beauty while giving back to the community in a fabulous way!
Y'all plan on coming out to see these beautiful girls help us to raise money for the community of Bryan/College Station!
Anyone who knows anything about the Southern Jewlz company will recognize Libby Vincek. Libby has been modeling for us since we ran our business out of the little Pink house. Libby reigns from East Bernard, TX and attended Blinn in Brenham. She then moved to Florida to work for a year at Disney World in the Entertainment division. Libby is now finishing her undergraduate degree at TCU in Fort Worth, TX. She is studying Film, Television & Digital Media with a minor in journalist. Libby models for the Julie Freeman Agency as well as the First Models of Houston. Her dream is to have her own travel television show called "Living it up with Libby" where she will show how to travel on a budget in your 20's.
Also returning from last year’s show is Logan Lester, a junior Universities Studies major at Texas A&M. Logan reigns from Sugarland, TX and is a fitness model and Ring Wraps representative. She was Miss Houston Teen USA 2012, 4th Runner Up at Miss Texas Teen USA, and most recently was 4th Runner Up at Miss Texas 2014. She stays busy during the week juggling school, Aggie Belles, Best Buddies and her sorority, Delta Gamma. On the weekends she likes to play fetch with her English bulldog Lucy and research new topics and workouts for her fitness blog. Logan says she loves going to a large university like Texas A&M because there are always unique opportunities to help the community. She is also doubling up as a sponsor and silent auction donor for this year's show with her new business - Logan Lester Mobile Spray Tanning!
Tina Nguyen is a student at Texas A&M University and is in the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. Raising money for charity and giving back are very near and dear to Tina's heart. From Nederland, TX, Tina is studying Telecommunications, Information Studies and Media and is employed by 12th Man Productions. She is truly one of the friendliest and hardest working girls who is genuine in every single way. Look for her to not only strut her stuff on the runway, but you will recognize her in the most recent Southern Jewlz photo shoot as well!
Born and raised in Houston, TX Beth Isbell won the title of Mrs. Texas United States last May where she went on to Las Vegas to compete for and win the title of Mrs. United States 2014. She is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science/Ag. Business. She quickly developed a passion for learning and leading in an educational environment, so upon graduation she attended Texas A&M University where she completed a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications. She has since moved to Norman, OK to continue her career and education at the University of Oklahoma. She is an Academic Counselor for the College of Arts & Sciences and is pursuing a PhD in Higher Education Administration. She also does commercial and print modeling for Brink Model Management in Edmond, Oklahoma and she enjoys using her title to volunteer her time to charitable groups and organizations to give back and serve not only her community and state, but the nation as a whole.
Blair Lynch is a 19 year old sophomore who is studying communications while being involved in Aggies Sisters for Christ, chasing the Miss Texas USA crown and taking time to pour into others such as even being apart in this amazing runway show to raise money for Phoebe's home. She is currently a model for Tony Bowls, Mon Cheri, Her Room, Watter's Bridal, Julie Freeman, Megan's Boutique, Southern Jewlz and a spokesmodel for Tony Jeary while working sales for Tickassure. She is so excited for whatever God brings her way in the modeling industry and even acting as a former actress from Young Actor's Studio. She believes that beauty is not what gets you places in life but hard work, intelligence and a heart of gold ready to openly pour into whomever and whatever needs it.
Ciara Johnson was born & raised in Houston Texas. She is currently a Senior Management Major and Human Resource Development Minor. When Ciara graduates this May, she will be working in San Antonio for USAA. During her time at A&M she has been involved in Aggie Belles, Global Business Brigades, the Society of Human Resource Management. She also gives tours daily at Mays Business School as a recruiter. When she's not in class or working, she involves traveling, spending time with loved ones, volunteering, and working on her fashion blog! Ciara feels honored to be apart of the Southern Jewlz fashion show this year!
Alexandra Dietz is a sophomore Marketing major from the Woodlands, Texas. After graduating from Texas A&M University, Alexandra plans on attending the European School of Economics in London to earn her certificate in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising. During her time at Texas A&M Alexandra stays busy with her sorority, Delta Gamma, the Mays International Business Association, and by volunteering for numerous nonprofits in the Brazos Valley area. Education is also extremely important to her. Recently she teamed up with Still Creek Ranch to found a college preparatory tutoring program for their upper-level students. Alexandra is looking forward to participating in the Southern Jewlz, If The Crown Fits Wear It Fashion Show in order to combine her love of fashion with her love of giving back to the community.
McKenzie Quigley was born and raised in Southern California until moving to New Braunfels, Texas in 2010. She is attending Blinn College currently, and has plans to transfer to Texas A&M University in the spring of 2016 and major in Allied Health. Her dream is to become a pediatrician and devote her life to healing children. She has done a lot of volunteer work, and enjoys it thoroughly. Seeing the change and goodness you can bring to others’ lives when joining together to make a difference is a priceless and amazing feeling. She's very excited to be a part of the Southern Jewlz team and to raise money for Phoebe’s home!
Kendall Kulhanek is a sophomore at Blinn College. A recent 1st runner up in the Miss Houston Pageant, Kendall hails from Danbury, Texas. She has modeled for many boutiques and been involved in many charity fundraisers that have given back to military moms and wives as well as cancer patients.
Mary Beckman graduated in 1990 from Texas A&M University with a BS in Marketing. Having worked in retail from the age of 16, she began a management career with Dillards Department Store in San Antonio, TX. In her role as Area Sales Manager she received awards for sales productivity and leadership, in addition to being promoted to a higher volume store with in the first 6 weeks of her employment. Following San Antonio, Mary transferred to the College Station Dillards, continuing her role as Area Sales Manager with an expanded areas of responsibility. In 1993 her husband, Wade, was promoted and the family moved to Austin. With this move and the birth of her first son Mary took a step out of retail to be a stay at home Mom and eventually raise two wonderful sons. Five years later, Mary and Wade moved to Humble and became business owners and franchisees, opening a freestanding Schlotzsky’s location. In 2001 they sold the franchise and began working with a small burrito chain in Houston where Mary took on the role as the Accountant and Human Resources Administrator. After selling Mission Burritos to Mexican Restaurants Inc. in 2004, Mary took a position with Westec Intelligent Surveillance selling security and management systems to restaurants and bars in the Houston area. After three very successful years in sales Mary and Wade were ready to get back into the restaurant industry and the Bryan/College Station area. Together with sons Collin and Carson, they moved back to Bryan College Station and opened Shipwreck Grill in 2009. After 3 wonderful years in business an opportunity presented itself and they decided to create a second restaurant concept. In 2013 Mary and Wade opened Amico Nave, meaning “Friend of The Ship”, which is an Italian restaurant. In the 5 ½ years since returning to Bryan, College Station, Mary has become a community leader, she is a member of ABWA as well as sitting on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Bryan, College Station Chamber of Commerce.
Ashton Wilson from Columbus, TX is a sophomore at Texas A&M University. She is majoring in psychology with a bachelor in science to later progress into a professional program to pursue a career as a Physicians Assistant. She is a proud member of the sorority Alpha Chi Omega. Alpha Chi Omega’s local philanthropy is also Phoebe’s Home, which makes participating in the Southern Jewlz #IfTheCrownFits Fashion Show this year so special to her. In her free time, Ashton likes to spend time with her family and friends, give back to the community, and of course, do some shopping!
Amanda Schaefer was born and raised in College Station, Texas. She is currently a sophomore Communication major at Texas A&M University. Growing up, she developed a love for dance at the age of two; she continued to dance competitively, till the end of her senior year in high school. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends because she believes that is the time most cherished. In college, she decided to branch out as she began modeling for Curbside Chic and was a SJ volunteer for last years fashion show. She is extremely proud to be a part of the Southern Jewlz #ifthecrownfits Fashion Show because who wouldn’t love to represent a brand that places a strong emphasis on ambition, confidence, and true beauty while giving back to the community in a fabulous way!
Y'all plan on coming out to see these beautiful girls help us to raise money for the community of Bryan/College Station!
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