Do the bright lights beckon? Have you always dreamed of gliding down the catwalk?

Here’s your chance. Fashion designer Orlando Dugi will be interviewing prospective models on Thursday and Friday for a fashion show debuting his new collection next week.

Dugi’s work is currently on display in the Gallery at the Center of Southwest Studies in an exhibit titled “One Bead at a Time.”

“Fashion is not only part of self-expression, but also, in Orlando Dugi’s words, part of the decidedly Native reverence of ‘Dressing for the Holy Ones,’” Teri Greeves wrote in First American Art Magazine. “Though at first glance, the viewer or wearer of his clothing and beadwork may not see overtly Native designs and patterns, it is, in fact, his approach to what he creates and why he creates it that makes it truly Native.”

Interviews will take place from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. both days at the Student Union at Fort Lewis College.

The fashion show will be held at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at the FLC Ballroom.

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If you go

Model interviews will take place from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday in the Vallecito Room and Friday in the Senate Chambers in the Student Union at Fort Lewis College.
Models must be available to attend at least one of two rehearsals, from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 in the Colorado Room and Nov. 14 in the Vallecito Room, also in the FLC Student Union.
While there is some flexibility regarding measurements and height, these are the basic requirements:
Females ages 18 to 25
Bust: 33 inches, Waist: 24 inches, Hips: 34 inches
Height: 5 feet 8 inches or taller
Wear 4-inch heels and form-fitting clothing
The fashion show will be held at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Ballroom in the FLC Student Union. Tickets are $15 ($2 off with student identification) general admission,;$25 for premium seating, with doors opening at 5 p.m.; $75 for VIP seats including a pre-show reception. Call 247-7657, visit www.durangoconcerts.com or stop by the Durango Welcome Center at the corner of Main Avenue and 8th Street to purchase/
Visit www.orlandodugi.com for more information.