Introducing the IKB Winter Collection
Super Flamingos were flown in from My-Lawn for this special Barnes Place Fashion Photo Shoot
in which the IKB Winter Collection was unveiled.
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Meet the DesignerI.K. Bates
I.K. Bates is currently vice president of marketing for a national shopping center developer overseeing the company's marketing programs. While creating and implementing marketing, advertising and special events for more than 60 shopping centers occupies her spare time, it is her contributions to the flamingo fashion world which has made her known throughout the lawn ornamentation industry. With the 2000 Winter Season, I.K. Bates is launching, for the first time, her own line of winter wraps for the flamingo--flamingo fashions for the fowl. The line is known as the I.K.B. Collection. She has kept the 'K' in her name to give her Daddy credit where credit is due.The I.K.B. Collection is being backed by an extensive advertising campaign. The campaign features flamingos in I.K.B. fashions in natural settings with the tag line, "I.K.B. Therefore, I am." The campaign has yet to be highlighted by Advertising Age, but many behind the I.K.B. collection feel strongly once Ad Age catches wind of the fresh concept, they'll be all over it like ham on rye.
Inspired by Tragedy
Inspired by the ongoing flamingo tragedy at Barnes Place created by meteorological phenomenon, I.K. Bates worked to develop her first flamingo fashion line to help the classic ornament through Atlanta's harsh winters. While Atlanta's climate is mild compared to other regions of the country, the species of flamingo housed in the Flamingo Grove at Barnes Place is a rare upscale breed which has not been exposed to the harsh realities of a climate controlled by none-other than Mother Nature.The line made its debut at an invite-only fashion photo shoot on the Barnes Place Lawn in early November. A flock of super flamingos from My-Lawn was flown in just for the photo shoot session. The first public display of the fashions were made at the Seventh Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony.
Budding Talent Continues
Since then, the entire lawn ornamentation industry has been abuzz. Industry analysts are noting the launch of the I.K.B. Collection is the most significant advance for the Flamingo since the invention of blow-molded plastic.
I.K. Bates has other flamingo fashions in development. Flamingo fashion industry insiders are speculating a special holiday line inspired by the Nutcracker may be in development. I.K. Bates declined to comment on that notion, only saying, "The creative process cannot be rushed if perfection is expected."
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Tu-Tu Much The pink tu-tu really highlights the sewing range and creative genius of I.K. Bates. It gracefully accents the natural sweeping lines of the flamingo, providing a sophisticated flare. A must for the citified flamingo. |
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The American Flamingo Cape Inspired by Elvis' American Eagle Jump Suit, the American Flamingo Cape has all the patriotic flare you would expect from a King Flamingo. Complete with an American Flag lining and precious stones, this is a showpiece in any wardrobe. |
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Crochet Wrap Practical and versatile, this timeless piece has intricate stitching which provides a unique texture original only to I.K. Bates. The selection of yarn woven with tinsel provides a sparkle not found in other flamingo scarves on today's market. |
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Santa Fleece Leave it to I.K. Bates to turn the obvious into the unexpected. While other designers have focused on a blitz of sequined winter wonderlands spattered across their fashions, I.K. Bates has taken the classic Santa Claus look and adapted it for the modern flamingo. This is simply nothing short of brilliant. |
