NEW YORK, Jan 30, 2003/ FW/ --- Carmen Marc Valvo will present his Fall 2003 Collection on Thursday, February 13th at 1:00 in the Tent at Bryant Park.

During the past thirteen seasons in which Carmen has shown with 7th on Sixth, his reputation as a leading American eveningwear designer has grown.

He has enjoyed widespread editorial acclaim, enviable retail success and his designs make frequent appearances on some of Hollywood's most prestigious red carpets.

Carmen has quietly and consistently stepped up to the challenges of a demanding industry and has thrived.

WWD commented, "Another strong show for Carmen Marc Valvo," on their coverage of the designer's Spring 2003 collection.

The New York Sun said, "...designers who respect women still exist. Congratulations Carmen Marc Valvo. You've restored my faith in fashion."

And Ocean Drive added to the kudos for the designer with "...when the time comes, those who know glamour will seek him out."

The most beautiful women in Hollywood also continue to rely on Carmen Marc Valvo for high impact designs for high profile events.

Kim Cattrall recently discovered his designs and wore Carmen to the White House and the Kennedy Center Honors (featured in People magazine and NBC's Today Show) in the same weekend.

But equally important to Carmen are women in every walk of life who also find their glamour gowns and special event attire within his collections.

Carmen takes pride in dressing ladies for the red carpet events of their lives, whether it is his couture collection that is shown to buyers and press during New York Fashion week, or his popular collection line - a lower prices line of cocktail and evening dresses and separates.

When he launched his plus size line, Carmen Marc Valvo Women, for Spring 2002, the initial order sold out within two weeks.

The designer observes "Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes."

In his Bryant Park show, Carmen Marc Valvo will be joined by renowned hair designer Odile Gilbert for Frame Representatives and Redken 5th Avenue, and by makeup artist Gucci Westman and the M.A.C Pro Team with music by Javier Peral.

Hair products are provided by Redken 5th Avenue and Makeup provided by M.A.C Cosmetics.