The unbelievable but probably not unexpected news of the Johnson Publishing company Ebony Fashion Fair going on "hiatus" for the rest of its 2009 was quite shocking to me and a few of my friends. After 51 years, the historic traveling fashion show may be ending. Reason: the economy.
I've enjoyed the shows for thirty years. It was a mainstay during my college years at Florida A&M and is a fundraising event for my sorority at home.
Supposedly, the show will be re-worked, restructured and back for the 2010 season. Many civic organizations depend on proceeds from Ebony Fashion Fair to fund their philanthropic initiatives. The loss of the Fashion Fair is much more than just the loss of a fashion show.
Let's hope the Johnson Publishing Company folks will devise a business model that will be a win-win for all.
A lot of things are going on haitus right now like the whole country. I think they are just rolling it back waiting for things to stabilize and then they'll be back. If not it's truly a loss.
Posted by: FreeMan | Thursday, September 03, 2009 at 12:27 AM