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The second night of the Fall 2014 Phoenix Fashion Week welcomed seven returning and new designers from Phoenix, Colorado and even fashion capitals like New York City. Flowy dresses, bold colors, feminine edge, fierce confidence and intricate feathered accessories by Olga M Designs walked down the catwalk at the show.

Kathy Shayna Shocket has the inside scoop on people who make a difference. 

Kathy takes us to the gala where community leaders graced the green carpet.

Even childless Phoenicians in-the-know can tell you that BabyLux is THE  baby mecca of the Valley; an upscale, one-of-a-kid luxury boutique catering to newborn through five year olds.  Not only does the DC Ranch spot offer the hippest baby gear in town, including celebrity items and a custom BabyLux collection of all-things baby, but they also offer fun events and classes for the entire family, such as educational classes for new parents including nursing (which I attended and loved), daddy boot camp and sibling prep. In addition to the educational tools, they host events like gender reveal parties and baby showers plus...

Michelle Moorhead has always wanted to make a difference. In the 80’s, Arizona had one of the highest teen suicide rates, and she wanted to reverse that trend. She volunteered for Teen Lifeline in the early 80’s and moved her way up to become the Executive Director. AFM talked with her about her favorite part about working for Teen Lifeline.

AFM:   How long have you been with Teen Lifeline? Have you always wanted to work for a nonprofit?

MM: In November, it will be 26 years. In 1985, which was the year that I graduated from...