Ice Hockey in Harlem hosted its annual Fashion Faceoff at Motivo in New York City. The hockey inspired design competition brought out New York’s top rising designers to face-off in a heated battle-royale! Designers brought their “A” game to the competition, all while competing for a coveted editorial spread in the winter issue of Raine Magazine.

This year’s celebrity judges included: New Jersey Devils' center Adam Henrique, Fashion Designer Randi Rahm and Editor in Chief of Raine Magazine Nova Lorraine. To say that the judges had their work cut out for them is an understatement. The designers filled the room with models showcasing their hockey-couture, while the audience wowed in heated anticipation.

This year’s winner was Christina Degaglia who showcased chic modern silhouettes with strong attention to details. The runner up in this year’s face-off was Catherine Soderberg Yibirin, with Designer, Tre Lavoux placing third.

All proceeds for this event go to benefit Ice Hockey In Harlem, a non-profit organization that provides children in the Harlem community with educational and athletic after school programs, mentoring, college visits and a supportive sports environment. The mission of this remarkable organization is to improve the social and academic well-being of children from the Harlem community.

Sponsors for this event included: Raine Magazine, Yonkers Brewing Company, Randi Rahim and Virginie Rolland.

Images courtesy of Jason Jaskot