The DIVA award acknowledges rising stars in the industry and recognizes success among retailers and designers in the categories of special occasion, bridal, prom, pageantry and quinceanera.

The prestigious award was presented to Susan Rose owner Rae Ann Panciera by Kaye Davis, executive director of fashion and apparel tradeshow AMERICASMART, on October 19, 2006 at the October Atlanta Women's and Children's Market.

The 2006 DIVA nominees, announced during the August Atlanta Women's and Children's Apparel Market, were strategically selected by the 2006 DIVA Nomination Committee, an independent panel of prominent specialty retailers and industry experts. The winners were chosen by a panel of peers consisting of retailers, exhibitors and designers.