Wednesday
Aug102011

Alena Amund

Alena AmundName: Alena

Nickname: Miss Allaineous

Hometown: Boulder

Birthsign: Aquarius 

Length of your legs (hip to toe): I don't know, but I'm 5'11 and all legs.

Where do you hang? Outdoors as much as possible. 

What’s your idea of fun? Spending time with family and my dog on a hike or a picnic.

Favorite music, band: Indie Rock 

What are you most talented at? Listening to people's problems. I am a good listener.

Number of Riverfront shows you’ve walked in: Almost all of them

Best thing about Riverfront: The location. It is the perfect outdoor summer event.

Worst thing about Riverfront: The event has become so popular that it gets pretty crowded.

Favorite piece of clothing from any season? I loved Catherine Malandrino's gowns last year.

Why is Riverfront so damn popular? It has turned into a summer ritual, much like the annual Derby party. It's the event of the summer.

Favorite Riverfront memory: I don't have a specific moment to refer to, but my favorite memories are of the beautiful sunsets that make for spectacular runway backdrops. We also have a lot of fun backstage. We all know each other so there is a lot of laughter going on.

Three words to describe the institution of Riverfront Park Fashion Show? Entertaining, colorful, festive