Crisp lines for the eveningwear and romance and
                          ruffles for daywear make Kaj Ani's designs interesting. 

                                       Vir-go' is the collaborative design effort of
                                       Karen Uhm and Kafi Wilson, both alumni
                                       from Ryerson Polytechnic University's
                                       fashion program. The duo met while still in
                                       school and recognizing their complimentary
                                       technical skills and design philosophy, joined
                                       forces to create the Vir-go' label. 

                                       Quote:"The TFI is the ultimate starting point for
                                       sourcing and networking opportunities, providing us
                                       with the necessary credibility to successfully debut our
                                       line." 

                                       For Fall '99 newcomers Uhm and Wilson
                                       combine Salvador Dali-esque surrealism with
                                       modern industrialism in their collection of
                                       contemporary dresses and separates. 

                                       Shots of hot pink and teal revealed through
                                       unexpected slash openings livened a mostly
                                       sombre palette of greys. Back accentuating
                                       details such as low draped cowls on tops and
                                       skirts and reverse wrapped sweaters were
                                       worked from sleek matte jersey and
                                       semi-sheer wool gauze. 

                                       Chinese inspired embroidery stretched along
                                       a wool pant leg and across the back of a fitted
                                       cap sleeved adding a touch of exotic
                                       Orientalism.