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Boston Fashion Week: The Swapaholics' Sip & Swap

By Danni Xie

- Rows and rows of clothing fill the room at The Swapaholics' Sip & Swap event on the evening of September 30. This year's Boston Fashion Week, which took place from September 24 through October 1, featured a multitude of shows and special events for local fashionistas. By Danni Xie

- Racks of clothing, tables of jewelry, and stacks of shoes filled the Somerville armory. The concept was simple: exchange articles of clothing you no longer want for new items that catch your eye. By Danni Xie

- Amy Chase, one of the event organizers along with Melissa Massello, looks through some of the clothing on the racks. By Danni Xie

- There was something for everyone there. According to The Swapaholics' website, "Swapping is the new shopping!" By Danni Xie

- Kevin Mehra and Adjovi Koene of Latitude Beverage Co. serve wine to two shoppers. Second Glass and 90+ Cellars sponsored the event, providing wine and snacks for all attendants. By Danni Xie

- Val Fox of Cambridge, MA and Morgan First of Los Angeles, CA chat about a shirt they find during the wine tasting mixer. By Danni Xie

- Cassie Knight, manager of The Closet on Newbury Street, talks to fashion blogger Lei Ann Resurreccion during the blogger mixer before the swap. By Danni Xie

A glimpse into the glitz and glamor of Boston Fashion Week: Sip & Swap with The Swapaholics

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