b. michael’s Makes An Appearance At "Madea’s Family Reunion"

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New York, NY, March 1, 2006 -- Tyler Perry fans reunited at theaters for another tale of the "Madia-mania", this past weekend, as "Madea’s Family Reunion", debuted as the weekend’s No. 1 movie in the country. The film stars Tyler Perry, Lynn Whitfield, Boris Kodjoe, Jenifer Lewis and Blair Underwood, among others. There is another character in the film that you hear lot’s about, but do not see. That character is Celebrity Fashion Designer b. michael from b. michael Couture.

b. michael’s presence in the film is brought to life by Victoria, played by award winning actress Lynn Whitfield. Throughout the movie Victoria makes unforgettable entrances, snaps fingers and gives "DIVA-tude", that reminds you why she is a force to be reckonded with. Every look in the film that is worned by Victoria, is created and designed by b. michael himself. One of the "fashion-highlights" of the film is Victoria shouting out "b. Michael’s is a genius".

b. michael is known for sophisticated simplicity in his designs that is difficult to accomplish. The brand is elegant and timeless with a twist - - somewhat architectural in style. His muse, Susan Fales Hill is a newly inducted member of Vanity Fair’s International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame.

"I have had the good fortune of expressing my love for entertainment and the performing arts through my gift for design” commented b. Michael, when ask about his work with movies such as “Madea’s Family Reunion”. Complementing the glamour for b. is known, the timeless quality of his creations has attracted a strong following of celebrities and socialites worldwide.

In 1998, b. michael was admitted in the prestigious Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). In addition to his many accomplishments, b. michael’s most recent accomplishment was having the pleasure of dressing Lynn Whitfield’s character Victoria, in the newly released blockbuster "Madea’s Family Reunion". b. michael also designed the highly acclaimed dress that Lynn Whitfield wore to the 37th. NAACP Image Awards, airing this upcoming weekend.

Coming off the heels of a stellar Fall 2006 couture Collection this past Olympic Fashion Week in New York City, there is no holding back the man behind the design. “The b. michael Couture fashion house is becoming the first call made by the fashion conscious woman with a discerning sensibility and a passion for exquisite couture clothing….and we are so pleased to be able to exceed their expectations” said Neil Lowe, CEO b. michael Couture.

For more information on b. michael Couture, visit www.bmichaelcouture.com.

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