FASHION PART II

Photo By: Darryl Reece

What's the Stitch? Camp Fashion Design teaches teens industry basics
New York Daily News

Susan Watts/New York Daily News

Taking part in Camp Fashion Design's sketch/design class, overseen by Hasaan Rozelle


Former fashion model Heather Cole is making summer camp a lot more chic.

She has launched Camp Fashion Design, which began its first summer session in the city on July 10. It’s a sister program of Cole’s Modeling Camp, which she started back in the late 1990s.

“There are so many avenues in the world of fashion, and that’s why we did this camp,” Cole says. “You don’t just have to be a model. You could be a designer or a photographer.”


Camp Fashion Design doesn’t come cheap. It’s $999 for what’s billed as an intensive, four-day day program designed to teach teen girls the ins and outs of the fashion biz.

With help from “Project Runway” season four modeling winner Lisa Nargi, Cole is showing her campers what being a fashion designer entails.

The campers range in age from 12 to 17 and come from all over the U.S. and the world. They tour the Garment District and get to meet representatives from top fashion schools and models who have worked in the industry. The girls learn the design process from start to finish.

Campers get sketching lessons from industry professional Hasaan Rozelle, who has worked with DKNY and Perry Ellis. After they learn how to put their ideas on paper, students are shown how to pitch their ideas, pick out fabrics and construct their pieces.


“We’ve been planning this curriculum for a while now,” Cole says, “so to see it come to fruition is a lot of fun.”

It’s hardly Cole’s first summer camp program. Her website claims that 4,500 young women have participated in her programs on a range of subjects, like modeling, fashion and manners. (In 2005, Cole became a certified expert in children’s etiquette.) She runs camps in Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto and Virginia, where it all started.

For Cole, teaching the next generation of models and fashion industry wanna-bes was a career switch that made sense once she became a mom.


Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/fashion/model-heather-cole-camp-fashion-design-teaches-teens-industry-basics-article-1.1113702#ixzz20o0j2FJY

Model poses in a swimsuit from the Zeki
collection at the CurveNY expo in New York,
August 5, 2012. Credit: Shawn Punch

Model poses in an Anne Krystel Bourgeoisie
bikini at the CurveNY expo in New York,
August 5, 2012. Photo credit: Shawn Punch

Curveny 2012 designer lingerie and swim show

Examiner.com

Jacob Javits Center, NYC. CURVExpo held day one of their three-day Spring/Summer 2013 CURVENY Designer Lingerie & Swim Show, where over 200 labels exhibited their latest collections to retailers, colleagues, shoppers and members of the press. Several exhibitors hired models to wear lingerie and bikinis so guests can see ... Shawn Punch is a New York based photographer with a strong passion for photographing fashion shows! Each season he covers more than 100 runway shows and events, by labels such as Oscar De La Renta, Louis Vuitton, Ports 1961, Blanc de Chine, Kirstie Kelly for Disney and others...





Simply Stylist Announces First Ever New York Fashion Week Panel
PR.com (press release)

Los Angeles, CA, August 06, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Simply Stylist, the LA based brand consultant and special events company, announces today their New York Fashion Week event complete with networking luncheon, style expert fashion panel and designer shopping event. In addition, School of Style will be hosting a 30 minute breakout session for all attendees that are interested in learning how to style. Throughout the event, a celebrity stylist will be on-site assisting attendees shop based on their body type and style, and to cap off the evening, there will be a blogger ‘style-off’ contest.

The Simply Stylist New York event, held on September 9, 2012 from 1PM – 7PM at the W New York, offers an exclusive opportunity for like-minded fashion lovers to interact, engage, and network with one another while gaining valuable information about the fall trends and an inside peek into the fashion industry through the eyes of the expert panelists.

Cover Model Hosts Mall Store Opening


Patch.com

Headlining the Ashley Stewart Store's grand opening at Arbor Place Mall, Cover Model Venessa De La Rosa will be hosting a fashion show as part of a three-day event, held on Aug. 10 through Aug. 12. De La Rosa will be appearing in Douglasville fresh off of this summer's Full Figured Fashion Week runway in New York. The “Face of Full Figured Fashion Week 2012” will host the grand opening festivities. All events are free and open to the public.





A Frugal NYC Fashion Week Alternative
CisionWire (press release)
September is the month for fashionistas worldwide to strut over to the Big Apple for New York Fashion Week (6 – 13 September). This year, budget-friendly nyma, the new york manhattan hotel is offering the chance to take in all this world-famous spectacle has to offer for a fraction of the price with its very own Frugal Fashion Week package.

The perfect base for weary shopaholics, nyma, the new york manhattan hotel is located in the heart of the action, just down the street from Macy’s and Fifth Avenue. For a limited time only, this budget-friendly New York hotel is offering a Frugal Fashion Week promotion from just $254.99 per room per night (which equates to £82 per person) based on two sharing, excluding taxes.

Available from 6 - 13 September, the package includes one-night’s accommodation, a free VIP coupon book (offering savings of up to 65 per cent) at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets as well as directions and two bottles of water in order to keep hydrated. Guests also receive complimentary continental breakfast, wi-fi and national phone calls.

nyma, the new york manhattan hotel also has a couple of suggestions to help fashion followers immerse themselves in New York’s Fashion Week:

For those wanting to schmooze and be seen at this ultra-glam annual event, quirky tour company Sidetour offers a unique glimpse that is usually only reserved for movie stars and socialites. Their VIP Fashion Week tour gives shoppers and their pals the chance to go behind the scenes of Walter Baker’s glamorous presentation. Escorted by Mintbox founder, Pialy Aditya, guests will enjoy a pre-show cocktail, get exclusive access to the designer’s invite-only presentation and meet the designer himself after the show.

We didn't know it then, but this was
Bill Blass's final womenswear show.

Bill Blass Goes on Firing Spree

New York Magazine

Although Bill Blass's spring 2013 womenswear collection was "90 percent" finished and their usual stylist, Japanese Vogue's George Cortina, was rumored to be paid in full to work with the label during New York Fashion Week in September,* the brand abruptly decided to cancel the show entirely. (Other reasons to find this move odd, to say the least: They'd already secured a location, a PR agency, and a production agency for the show and purchased about $250,000 worth of Italian fabrics for the collection, according to WWD.) The label subsequently fired its entire womenswear team, including designer Jeffrey Monteiro.





Fern Mallis has revealed why she made the move from New York to India

Bloginity (blog)

The queen of New York Fashion Week made a shock decision to leave her post at global fashion management company IMG to branch out on her own. Speaking at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai – an event Fern assisted in creating in her previous role - Fern discussed how people close to her in the industry took the news she was starting her own consulting company, Fern Mallis LLC in India.

“They’re just completely gaga and want to come with me!” Fern exclaimed to the Huffington Post. “Everybody I know wants to be in India with me.”

The Lakme Fashion Week is important as it encourages, nurtures and discovers talented Indian designers. Not only is the event special for Fern due to her role in making it the success it is today, but she also likes that it reflects the country’s growing influence on all aspects of the fashion industry. India’s fabrics, the colors and the people’s style are just some of the aspects of the culture that New York fashionistas can’t get enough of.



Read more: http://www.bloginity.com/2012/08/fern-mallis-revealed-move-york-india/#ixzz22tMlFLfw

MIAMI & SOUTH BEACH FASHION

Miami, FL is the third, and up & coming, official fashion center in this country. It is also the swimwear central. It is where most swimwear designers come the display their newest creations with the help of the many beautiful women that occupy their beaches, and the Gulf Coast.
Since fashion week Swim is about to begin, I figured I'd use this page to show the area's fashion.


Photo by Darryl Reece


>Favorite Boutiques
by Katherine McPherson-except where noted.

Miami Designer Goes Mobile
LoNómada is not your average clothing boutique. For one, it's mobile, housed in a sleek 1979 vintage airstream trailer. Secondly, it's run by a fashion designer, the multi-talented Valeria Tiaga. Tiaga created LoNómada to offer her one-of-a-kind pieces in a bowl-you-over artistic setting.
“I wanted to create an atelier vibe,” she says, “with the option for transformation and performance.”
© LoNómada This transformation is the real genius behind LoNómada. The airstream has the ability to function as a traveling pop-up bazaar, showcasing film, photography, music, artwork and fashion, created by artists hand-picked by Tiaga. The concept is to bring together a group of artists in all different multimedia forms, and serve as platform for them to present their creations. With all this artistic expression right at your fingertips, LoNómada offers visitors a shopping experience unlike any other.
See more here: http://miamifashionblog.com/2419-miami-designer-goes-mobile


A Veritable Emporium of Good Taste
Shopping at Emporium is like going to hang out at your best friend’s house, and picking up some amazing things while you’re there. Owner Sara Zamikoff has assembled an impressive collection of clothing, accessories and giftable items that will have you wanting to buy every single thing you see. Located in Coral Gables, Emporium has been around for just over 4 years. Zamikoff’s concept was a one-stop-shop where women could pick up everything they need including gifts for friends, baby clothes and accessories, home and body fragrances and even styling consultations and in-home closet assistance. The result is a warm, inviting environment where you can pick from an eclectic assortment of hand-selected items.
Zamikoff is passionate about supporting local and independent designers. “I like to find different artisans and learn their stories,” she says. “I find that people are really missing that interpersonal aspect of shopping. When they know the designer it makes the piece all the more special.” Zamikoff organizes regular trunk shows so customers have the opportunity to meet the designers and even order custom pieces.
You’ll find clothing from Bianca Coletti and Nikki Poulos and Judith March, accessories from TAudrey, and Alex Hunt, alongside mainstream designers like BB Dakota, Miss Me, and Blank NYC. “I keep a balance of trendy and classic pieces,” Zamikoff says. “It’s important that my customers can find that trendy piece they are looking for but also take home an item that will last them for more than just one season.” The best part is the prices are not outrageous. If something is priced in the higher range, it’s because it comes from an independent designer who put real craftsmanship into the piece.
Read more here:
http://miamifashionblog.com/2386-a-veritable-emporium-of-good-taste

Step into L.A. Boudoir

If you’re a vintage lover (and really, who isn’t?), L.A. Boudoir is a treasure-trove just waiting to be discovered. Tucked away upstairs from the popular UVA69 restaurant in the tragically hip MIMO district, this vintage shop carries everything from burlesque lingerie to party dresses and everything in between.
and run by owner Lauren Arkin, L.A. Boudoir caters to a mix of clientele. From stylists and photographers looking for rental pieces for photo shoots, to partygoers looking for costumes, to vintage lovers scouring the racks for deals, Arkin has something for everyone. She’s even got a small selection of men and children’s clothing. While the main focus is lingerie, Arkin has an eye for the unique, and if you spend some time looking, you’ll score some seriously amazing finds at even more amazing prices (we scored an incredible black silk jumpsuit for $10)
. Arkin is a Miami native whose love of fashion started at an early age. She attended the acclaimed Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) where she studied costume design and immersed herself in the history of fashion. She started collecting vintage pieces at the age of 12, and always dreamed of opening her own store.


Setting Sail for Nic del Mar
by Ju'lia Samuels
The sibling-duo Jeanette Nicole and Lyanne Marie are a match made in fashion heaven. Their one-stop beach babe boutique, Nic del Mar, caters to the daring fashionistas who shop Acacia and swear by Tori Praver alike. The two sisters opened Nic del Mar in 2010 out of necessity. Their love for exotic vacation spots led to their interest in resort wear, and they wanted a place that would cater to the beach couture fashionista while not forgetting budget-conscious betties.
“We noticed that there weren’t a lot of places that you could go to and find bathing suits and cover-ups, at least not quality,” without spending your life savings, Nicole says. © Nic del MarBut finding a great suit is only half the problem. Finding something that fits right is another thing all together. That's why Nic Del Mar lets you mix and match two piece sizes, so that you're sure to get a suit that fits properly. “Most places don’t let you do that," Nicole says, "but we really try to accommodate everyone. Some Miami women are flat-chested and have bigger bottoms.” Nicole and Lyanne have combined their individual styles to provide their customers with variety and flavor. “We make a great combination. I tend to be a little more extravagant, and my sister is a little more simple and subtle and we have those customers who are either or,” Nicole says. That variety can be found in the range of desiners that Nic del Mar carries. Think Mara Hoffman, Indah, Caffe and Diane Von Furstenberg.
One step inside Nic Del Mar, you know you're somewhere special. Nicole and Marie have created an atmosphere that allows patrons to take a brief hiatus from their everyday lives and escape into a vacation-like setting you don't usually get when you're shopping. Beach scented candles, a warm ocean blue chandelier and dark wooden floors all blend together nicely creating the inviting atmosphere that feels a little bit like heaven on earth. “As soon as you walk in, you feel like you are going on vacation," Nicole says. "We really wanted it to feel like you were at a resort."

Check out the store, and/or read more here: http://miamifashionblog.com/2318-setting-sail-for-nic-del-mar
www.nicdelmar.com

South Miami's Favorite Boutique Prepares for Fall

Walking into Kristine Michael, it’s easy to see why this popular South Miami boutique has been open for nearly two decades (they turn 20 this December). Owners Barbara Hinterkopf and Jeanie Bonner have filled the store with beautiful pieces from top designers including the ultra-sophisticated Theyskens Theory, Vince, A.L.C., Joie, Haute Hippy and Elizabeth and James, amongst others. Their staff is warm and friendly (they have only had one turnover in 15 years, unheard of in the boutique business), and will work with you to help curate the perfect wardrobe.
Sort through the racks and you’ll find silky, romantic blouses from Joie, chunky knits from Vince, colorful denim from J Brand and eye-catching dresses from Haute Hippy and Halston Herritage. The only problem? It’s all going to go in your “yes” pile. “We offer lifestyle dressing for a customer who loves fashion and wants to look current, but not necessarily trendy” says Hinterkopf. “We cherry pick the best pieces from all the collections, so our customers get the finest of what each brand has to offer” she says. The clientele spans a vast age range - from 20-70 years old, Kristine Michael can make anyone look chic. “We get a lot of mothers who shop with us, and sooner or later their daughters become clients also” Hinterkopf explains, “from working professionals to grandmothers, they all shop here, and most of our clients are locals."
Because Hinterkopf, Bonner and their super stylish assistant buyer Erin Young have handpicked each piece, you are guaranteed to want to take home almost everything you see in the store. As you wander around you’ll find everything from amazing printed scarves from Theodora and Callum, accessories from Chan Luu and Dannijo, hats from Eugenia Kim, handbags from the beloved Diane von Furstenberg and über-chic clothing from interior designer turned clothing designer Kelly Wearstler. Sort through the racks and you’ll find silky, romantic blouses from Joie, chunky knits from Vince, colorful denim from J Brand and eye-catching dresses from Haute Hippy and Halston Herritage. The only problem? It’s all going to go in your “yes” pile.MFbFor Fall, Kristine Michael has you covered for all your wardrobe essentials. “Fall is all about color” says Hinterkopf. “Colored denim, colorful prints, color blocking; it’s all meant to be mixed together to create a very chic look”. This trend is perfect for the notoriously flamboyant Miamians who usually shy away from the muted, grey-toned fall collections. Hinterkopf also recommends embracing the longer silhouettes to stay current for fall. Hemlines are dropping and maxi skirts and dresses are in abundance. Pair your look with a chunky statement necklace from Dannijo, and you’re good to go.
When you’re getting ready to plan your fall shopping list, here are the top five fall pieces to invest in from Kristine Michael: A black blazer from Theyskens Theory with the signature V cutout on the back neckline, colorful denim from J Brand, a silky printed blouse from A.L.C. or Theory (the white silk tie-up blouse from Theory is a must-have), a Dannijo statement necklace and a Theodora and Callum scarf. And voila! Fall chic.
Sign up for the Kristine Michael mailing list (you can join through their Facebook page or stop by the store) to get insiders info on events and sales. They host a not-to-be-missed Girls Night Out every second Thursday of the month.




Photo by Darryl Reece

The Swimwear 2011 Designers:
*Written by Lauren Doyle with Andrea Ocampo-unless otherwise noted

Backstage Beauty at Cia.Maritima
Cia.Maritima delivered a rockin' runway show with the help of an all- Van Halen sound track and some seriously hot swimwear. But before the models could rock their floral-and-leopard-print swimwear, they had to get the hair and makeup to help them look like they just walked off a beach (in a Bond movie). To help them, was Dean Banowetz of InStyler, and James Vincent of MAKE UP FOR EVER. Andrea Ocampo spoke with both Banowetz and Vincent to get the goods on how the models got their looks.


Lisa Blue Has a Tale to Tell
As the story goes, Lisa Burke, the mind behind the swimwear line Lisa Blue, had been ill the day she paddled out to see some whales she spotted while surfing in Tonga. After being out for about an hour and still not getting very close to them, she turned around to head back to sure. But she took one last look behind her, and when she did, a whale surfaced just a few meters away from her. The experience thrilled her, so much so that she decided right then and there to do everything she could to protect whales. So she started Lisa Blue, a swimwear line that donates 25% of its profits to whale conservation in Australia.
When we talked to her at MBFW, the whales were on her mind, but so was her dramatic, fashion-forward runway show that had just ended moments before.


Aqua Di Lara Shines
One look at this bold and unapologetic line and you know why Aqua Di Lara is a favorite among models and celebs. Reyhan Sofraci's swimwear line will get you attention, and lots of it. What can you expect when you're lounging surfside in a black cutout bikini or yukking it up at the bar in a bright tie-dyed kaftan? Not yet famous? That's OK, you can still buy these hot little numbers come 2012.


Caffe Swimwear Goes Wild
Caffe Swimwear doesn't make swimwear for everyone. But if you're playful and love to wear bold colors, you'll feel right at home in Caffe Swimwear's bright, bright solids and wild, tropical prints. Standout pieces from their Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2012 swim show include a fuchsia bandeau bikini with orange and turquoise beaded embellishments, and an orange, turquoise and black leopard-print one-piece with a plunging V-neck.
After the show, we headed back stage to talk to designer Paula Saavedra about how the pieces came together.


Living the LUXE Life
One of the standout runway shows at MBFW was the one given by well-known line LUXE by Lisa Vogel. One look at Vogel's sexy take on classic silhouettes and you'll see why. Andrea Ocampo had a chance to talk to Vogel backstage before the show to get the scoop on what's in store for 2012.


L*Space Takes Off
L*Space, the much-loved swimwear line by Monica Wise, rocked the Grand Cabana Friday night at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The theme of the show was travel, and toward that models walked the runway carrying suitcases and cameras – seemingly ready to see the world. Come 2012, will you be ready to take off with L*Space?


Crystal Jin - In Full Color
Crystal Jin is known for its chic eveningwear-meets-swimwear pieces that look best-suited for the decks of private yachts and swank hotels. This year, Crystal Jin's elegant silhouettes met an explosion of color, as designer Crystal Eley used prints that captured the colors and patterns of American Southwest. Of course, there was still plenty of basic black for those more austere Crystal Jin fans not yet ready to take a leap into the rainbow. But for those who dig a little contrast (blue and orange were standout, oft-repeated, motifs) there was a lot to love about the house's 2012 MBFW show.


Poko Pano - Portuguese for Love?
Paola Robba's 2012 Poko Pano swimwear collection can be summed up in three words: Tropical, clean, effortless. In fact, there was so much to love we wished the pieces came down the runway with price tags attached. And we hope that the buyers sitting in the front row during the show felt the same way. Because we can't wait to see these pieces everywhere next year!


Leah Madden - Naughty and Nice
There were two sides to the White Sands Australia runway show at this year's MBFW - naughty, and nice. Naughty came in the form of zebra-print swimsuits and kaftans, while nice took the form of the same pieces in a demure floral print. Both sides of Leah Madden's 2012 swimwear line were equally craveable, albeit for different reasons. Which is your favorite?



© Arturo Paulino / MFb
Swim Week Saves the Best for Last
by Joanna Mazewski
It might have been the last night of showings for this year’s Mercedes-Benz Miami Fashion Swim Week, but that doesn’t mean the excitement has cooled down in anyway. The Grande Cabana tent along with the outside Oasis still buzzed with excited attendees and busy production staff as models strutted their stuff in shows that continued to showcase sexy and innovative swimwear that was heavy on heritage and light on fabric.
Monday night’s shows continued to showcase ravishing designs with highlights including the new trend of using pants and one-piece and two-piece designs in playful cuts, cover-ups in vibrant hues along with animal and desert-inspired prints, and dare we say, lots of bohemian-inspired spandex


Swim Week Rolls On
by Joanna Mazewski
Sunday night’s shows at the Mercedes-Benz Miami Fashion Week might have been met with a downpour of rain, but it didn’t stop the designers from showing off their trendy collections in the most exciting atmosphere we’ve seen yet (Thursday night might have had the stars, but Sunday night was when the real party started.)
Brazilian designers Cia.Maritima and SoCal gal Lisa Vogel put on shows with big hair, fashion and attitude with energetic soundtracks to match, while designers such as Luli Fama and Lisa Blue put on shows that highlighted their heritage and roots. There was no denying that each collection was all about sexy, cheeky cuts, highlighting cutting-edge trends in both day and evening swimwear.


Swimwear Goes Tribal
by Joanna Mazewski
Sixties and seventies-inspired prints ruled the runway for day three of the Mercedes Benz Miami Fashion Week swim shows. Dolores Cortes’s flamingo-colored and tribal romper swimsuits along with Mara Hoffman’s high-wasted cutouts and ultra-bright leggings were a shear contrast to Friday night’s sophisticated, jet-setting look, with more of a globe-trotting, jungle-meets-boho style mix and feel.
Along with the wild-natured collections was no lack of sexy, glam and sophisticated looks offered by both Caffe Swimwear and Aqua di Lara, whose highlights included ultra luxe and flattering-fit pieces and monokinis that reminded us that even though bikinis are going tribal, stylish ,and high-end glam in evening swimwear still offers more fierceness on the catwalk.
Swim Week Heats Up by Joanna Mazewski The world looks to Miami when it comes to the latest trends in cutting edge swimwear, yet it looks like Miami’s inspiration is going global. The second day of Miami’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Swim Week made us long for the soft white sands of Bondi Beach, maybe learn a little Portuguese and take off to Saint Barths with an NYC-inspired cocktail in hand. Needless to say, it had us wanting to dust off our passports and travel to one of the world’s most exotic beach locales with our favorite designer’s bikini, of course.



© Venessa Monokian / MFb
Betsy Johnson Hits the Sagamore
by Liz Tracy
The stark designs of the Sagamore Hotel are accented with tasteful contemporary art. On the penthouse deck, overlooking the evening ocean, a more playful and colorful art form was displayed last night at the first show of MOD Swim Week 2012, which featured designs by Betsey Johnson. The fabrics spoke of the 50s, but the silhouettes spanned many decades of feminine fashion. The show was guided by the aesthetic not only of the recognizable platinum blonde designer, but by Pamela Wasabi of Wasabi Fashion Kult, another style-eyed lady with standout hair. Wasabi’s cosplay look was reflected in the extreme geisha-influenced makeup. The models’ faces were painted white with large triangles marked under each eye, and signature tiny red lips. Models also had crowns of fuzzy, colorful locks. Yarn extensions added to their hair gave it a cotton candy texture and appeal. The accessories included African-inspired beaded bracelets, multiples of which were worn on each wrist. Bracelets seem to be the jewelry of this and next summer. The bikinis and summer dresses that sashayed down the makeshift runway were classic Betsey: floral, fun, and pink. Many of the suits featured bandeau tops with gingham, rose, and eyelet patterns. The standout look was a halter top and a simple suit bottom, featuring small white swans on a black background with thick white ruffles and black piping. The beachy ensemble was garnished with tiny pink roses, adding a fun youthfulness to the suit. One model wore the swan bottoms paired with a transparent black long-sleeved top with a heart motif. It was the perfect look for a late afternoon on the sand, with the purpose of keeping you warm while still looking cool. Ms. Johnson didn’t skimp on the bows or ruffles, but there were also hints of the streamlined eighties. One suit that seemed to impress the audience kept the gingham-rose fabric of the 50s, but had a nicely fitting, plain halter top and origami cut bottom, offering clean lines while remaining feminine. One suit had suggestive embroidered roses on each breast. It was tastefully paired with a plain red bottom, tied on either side with bows. It was both wearable, sexy, and mature.


© Arturo Paulino / MFb


Luli Fama
The pouring rain outside The Raleigh’s pool deck didn’t stop this show from having the biggest party atmosphere yet. Hosted inside the Oasis tent, it was undeniably hot and packed, but Cuban-born, Miamian Luli Fama put on a show (and we really do mean show) that looked like a Rio de Janiero-meets-Havana-meets-Miami ultimate soiree that went from samba sexy to Club Tropicana to pulsating nightclub beats all within the first ten minutes. Fun, young, and sexy, Luli Fama’s collection was full of cheeky cuts, ruffled bandeau ruched bikinis and key hole tops that would work perfect from Miami’s white sandy beaches and straight to the nightclubs. Although there were plenty of pieces that went back to the bikini basics, Luli’s hip, streamlined designs were sophisticated, festive, and flirty. Electric blue and pretty in pink looks ruled this show along with mini twist dresses, fringe studded accessories, and sequined bikinis. A strapless “Pachanga” romper was a show standout, as well as a crystallized sexy multi-strap v-bandeau ruched back monokini and crystallized ruffled cover up that was matched with a Cuban-inspired crystal-studded fedora that closed the show and was a notable nod to the designer’s Cuban roots.

Lisa Blue Lisa Blue is one of many Australian designers to bring their collections to Miami, but her collection went one step further in highlighting her country’s culture by incorporating original Aboriginal artwork in her pieces, and even bringing an aboriginal model to walk the runway in the swimwear designer’s stunning pieces.
Perhaps the most creative show we’ve seen yet, the Byron Bay-based designer showcased an explosion of color, with plenty of blues, purples, and blacks that were combined with a galactic theme with metallic panels of gold and silver. There were plenty of body suits with interesting Sci-Fi cutouts and bikinis with high-wasted bottoms that were accessorized with metallic studs. The collection was incredibly young, fresh and trendy and wearable with pieces that looked like they would work well with a pair of jeans or skirt for a nighttime look.
The final night on Monday will close Mercedes Benz Miami Fashion Week with show offerings from diNeila Brazil, a group show featuring A.Z. Araujo, Aguaclara, Aquarella, and Have Faith Swimwear along with individual shows from Kooey Swimwear Australia (their first solo show in the U.S.), Nicolita, Sonia Vera Swimwear and Jogo Beach.


Adding Diesel to the Fire
by Joanna Mazewski
From Collins Avenue to Lincoln Road, there are three syllables rolling off everybody’s tongues: bik-in-i. Yep, we’re at the height of swim season and what better place to showcase the hottest bikini styles for next year than at Miami’s very own Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
Swim Week kicked off in kind last night at The Raleigh, and to say it was hot is an understatement. Edgy Italian designer Diesel left their tight-fitting jeans in Milan and kicked off the festivities with an opening night show followed by the Official Kick-Off Party on deck of The Raleigh’s legendary pool. The party was sponsored by SKYY Vodka so you know the drinks were flowing. Before the party, Diesel showcased its 2012 swimwear collection inside the Cabana Grande, with shades of green, blue, and grey dominating the palette. The collection seemed to be basic at its best, with fun, flirty colors, and cuts that were designed with fun in mind. As if to demonstrate this point, the runway models held an impromptu beach volley ball game outside the cabana after the show.
The women’s swimwear collection seemed to be going back to bikini origins, with cuts already familiar on the beach, including halter tops, full bottoms, and the occasional board shorts look. One-piece suits also fluttered down the runway, with simple black and grey being the designer color of choice. Also, coming down the runway were easy, tropical prints. If the Diesel show is any indication, you might want to leave this season's pastels at home next summer (or get creative with an at-home tie dye kit before you hit the beach). And fashion-loving guys better be ready to see more form-fitting styles make waves on the beach next year. (Did that temperature just rise again?) At the Diesel show, Speedo-inspired swimwear seemed to be the de facto look. The Diesel design team must really be on a mission in revolutionizing men’s swimwear, or in the least attempt to recreate scenes from the Italian Riviera across the world over. Simply put, tight, so-called Euro trash swimwear is preparing to invade our shores. Not ready to go super-skimpy? Don't worry guys, there were plenty of board shorts coming down the runway too.
Adding some spice to the show, MTV celeb Kristen Cavallari left her drama in The Hills and checked in to the 305 to add a little star power to the runway. Cavallari strutted down the runway in a spectacular cobalt blue swimsuit, a color befitting the night (it is, after all, SKYY Vodka’s signature color). On another turn down the runway, Cavallari wore a one-of-a-kind glass bikini. Looking every inch the Cali girl, the socialite and part-time philanthropist looked fab, and more importantly, at ease on the runway before changing into a body-hugging short orange number for the after party. Cavallari wasn’t there without her very own line of support, though. Fiancé and NFL star Jay Cutler was spotted in the first row sitting next to “Dancing With the Stars” alum Chad Ochocinco along with Brooklyn-based rapper Theophilus London. Ok, so Cutler might have looked out of his element, but Ochocinco and London certainly didn’t mind the eye candy strutting down the runway while they snapped their favorite designs with their white iPhones. Adding to the celebrity factor, “Gossip Girl” Jessica Szohr was on hand to lend her talents on the turntables during the show before making her way to the after party in a bright blue mini-jumper, which seemed to be the after party color of the night.
At the party, celebrities, along with select fashion enthusiasts, models, and designers all mingled poolside at the invite-only soiree, where SKYY Miami Spice was the drink of choice and the chocolate-dipped sprinkled pretzels reminded us what this upcoming bikini season might be all about: flirt and fun. Sure, Diesel’s swimsuits were sexy, but not in the sex-only-sells department. This collection was made for jumping, swimming and rolling on South Beach’s white sands. If there was a message to be made, it was that basic fun was back, replacing the swimwear-meets-eveningwear look we’ve seen for the past few seasons. And with that, we breathe a giant sigh of relief.


© Arturo Paulino / MFb

Other Swimwear Designers include:

Cia.Maritima

LUXE by Lisa Vogel

Caffe Swimwear

Dolores Cortes

Mara Hoffman

Aqua di Lara

A.Che

Beach Bunny Swimwear

Crystal Jin



The Luxe Look of Lurex
by Jordan Wolf


© ASOS / NW3 by Hobbs Madely
Tis the season for sparkle, and Lurex is our new favorite way to work it. Let us turn you on to the textile terminology; Lurex is the metallic thread responsible for making stretchy sweaters shimmer and nubby tweeds subtly shine. Sometimes the luminous threads are abundant, lighting up a glamorous piece with multifaceted reflections, while other pieces utilize a few strategic threads to set-off a texture or pattern. Sparkly stuff was seen on the runways at Etro, where Lurex threads infiltrated jackets, striped sweaters, and checked skirts; then there were Ralph Lauren’s demure Lurex-infused pencil skirts and high-shine suit separates. Even Missoni’s trademark Technicolor knits got a shot of the sparkly stuff, metallic threads weaving in and out of zig-zagged dresses and short skirts, jackets, scarves, and leggings. Lurex made repeat appearances at Marc by Marc Jacobs, Comme de Garçons, and Max Mara.
So step up your seasonal garb with some shimmering threads – here’s six ways to work it Miami-style.
Metallic pieces are go-to for cocktail hour – swap out your LBD for something sparkly. The ASOS Midi Dress in Metallic Knit ticks off three Fall-trends (slits, midi-length, and metallic) in one awesome dress. Bronze metallic stripes set off a background of aquamarine, while the pared-down shape insures you can easily layer a cool cropped jacket on top if it gets chilly. We’d love to see this with a sleek pair of opaque tights and impossibly strappy metallic heels for contrast. Another cool cocktail option is this Miu Miu Knit Dress with Lurex Details. It has the appearance of an oversized sweatshirt, but is glammed-up with a bevy of shiny fibers woven throughout the knit-like stars in a violet sky. Go bare-legged if you dare – add chunky wedges or solid suede ankle boots to keep the proportions right – or easily wear it on top of leggings and flats to dress it down. A Bronze Tee by Gucci is a fab alternative to a cocktail dress when paired with slim black pants, pumps, and a leather moto jacket. The all-over metallic tee would also go nicely tucked into a voluminous, midi-length party skirt, especially in a femme floral or polka-dot print. On the shorter side, there’s the ASOS Metallic Striped Knitted Skater Skirt; team this figure-flattering, fit-and-flare skirt with a silky black blouse, Mary-janes, and gold and silver bangle bracelets. Experiment with making it feel more casual, maybe by pairing it with a distressed denim jacket or chambray skirt and sneakers. Finally, two twinkling toppers; a tweedy, metallic jacket adds instant polish to even the simplest jeans + white tee combo. This Virginie Castaway Jacket in Lurex Tweed has structure, shine, and versatility. Wear it to dress up denim or a simple black shift, or treat it like blazer and pair it with a sleek jewel-toned blouse and a curvaceous pencil skirt. Also, know that sparkle doesn’t have to feel too fancy; case in point, a stripey mohair cardigan delicately dotted with Lurex threads by Markus Lupfer. We love the bright orange and navy, a classically preppy color-combo updated by the metallic-factor. Throw it on to add personality to basic jeans, or button it up over a collared shirt and add a pleated skirt, loafers and knee socks for school-girl appeal.

PRESENT FASHION AND ITS NEW OBSESSION WITH GLITTER:

1) Alexander Wang Glitter Drainpipe Trouser; 2) ASOS Pencil Skirt in Glitter Print; 3) Apt. 9 Jet Glitter Square-link Bracelet; 4) Diane von Furstenberg "Issie" Sequin Faux-wrap Dress; 5) J. Crew Skinny Glitter Belt; 6) Topshop GORGEOUS Glitter Court Shoes.







With just about three weeks away, here are Some of the designers:

Lisa Blue Lisa Blue began with one girl’s dream’. A few years ago I, Lisa Burke, traveled to Tonga with the sole purpose to swim with humpback whales. I came face to face with these 15 meters, 20 ton, gentle, ancient giants of the ocean.
No words can describe this experience.
The mother and baby whale approached me. The baby came so close to me as though to touch me that I backed up. The eyes, only a foot away, looked straight into my soul. My heart burst open. In that moment I promised that I would do what I could to help protect them and their environment. In spite of the history of humans killing these angelic beings they look at us with such immense unconditional love.

website:
http://www.lisablue.com.au

NICOLITA
Nicole Di Rocco
Owner/Designer, NICOLITA
NICOLITA designer, Nicole Di Rocco established the swimwear brand in 2003. For the last nine seasons, Di Rocco's creative direction has built her brand by designing conservative-sexy swimwear with curve-flattering styles.
Di Rocco’s inspiration is drawn from a mixture of her cultural Cuban roots and her experience living in Malibu, California. She creates bikini collections that are reminiscent of Cuba's alluring 1940's era, with a California beach twist. Through this successful blending of vintage glamour and modern day silhouettes, the brand has set itself apart in the swimwear industry.

website:
http://www.mynicolita.com

MARA HOFFMAN SWIM

Mara Hoffman is a fashion designer currently headquartered in New York City. Her namesake line draws much of its inspiration from nature, mythology and fantasy, as well as many of the rich indigenous folk art histories found around the world. Part dream sequence and part anthropology, Hoffman’s voice is at once playful, adventurous, and daring. She has garnered widespread attention among industry press, media and retailers for the originality of her designs and fearless approach to print and color.
Hoffman began designing under her own label in 2000. She received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Fashion Design from Parson’s School of Design, and pursued additional studies at Central Saint
Martin’s College of Art and Design in London. Possessing a fiery courage to take risks, Hoffman left school armed with a strong sartorial knowledge and started work in pursuit of her vision. Creation was a natural product of her process; she experimented, cut, stitched, dipped, dyed, and wore her ideas. No surprise then that Hoffman met her first buyer on the streets of New York when shop owner/costume designer Patricia Field approached her to inquire about what she was wearing. Her first designs made their debut in Field’s New York City boutique, House of Field, where a loyal client base took root.

website:
http://www.marahoffman.com/

Red Carter

well known and respected in the swimwear industry, Known for sophisticated swimwear with an edge, renowned designer Red Carter lends his contagious charm, unique design outlook and years of industry experience to the wildly popular brand that bears his name.
Red’s drive and ambition have long informed his character, beginning during his youth in Southern California. Red was a competitive athlete – an accomplished swimmer, diver and water polo player whose obsession with the cinematic glamour of old films and musicals inspired a love for fashion and design that would ultimately shape his future. Red Carter earned his degree from the Otis/Parson School of Art and Design in Los Angeles. Upon graduation, he got his feet wet designing junior sportswear and activewear for Esprit before putting his creative talent to work at Guess Jeans, Rampage, Missimo, Victoria’s Secret, and Oscar de la Renta. After years of tutelage from some of the best in the fashion industry, Red was ready to capitalize on his hard work, his way.

website:
http://www.redcarter.com/main.html


NAÏLA, DORIT, KEVA | J, ANNA KOSTUROVA
Naïla, a swimwear line for women, men and boys, launched four years ago by Franco-Swiss designer, Naïla Chbib. The line will launch exclusively this year at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim in Miami Beach, Fla., its beachwear and cover-up collection complementing Naïla’s existing swimwear line.
Although a graduate of Parson School New York, Naïla grew up in the South of France. Prior to launching her own collection, Naïla interned with Donna Karan, and Claiborne, the Liz Claiborne men’s line, and also served as the Fashion Director of Social Life Magazine New York.

website:
http://naila-collection.com/home.html

History of The Raleigh Hotel
The Raleigh Hotel is a lush sanctuary nestled among Miami Beach’s promenade of art deco hotels, which line the famous Collins Avenue of Miami Beach’s southern tip, or South Beach. The Raleigh’s property, adjoining Collins Avenue and the white sand, expansive beaches of Miami Beach, encompasses a wealth of exceptional amenities and sites to explore.
It’s time for a good old fashioned pat on the shoulder. (A gentle one please - we’re aging.) This year, the Raleigh turns 70. In 1940, when The Raleigh hotel was contracted to be built, Frank Delano Roosevelt was fireside chatting, Winston Churchill was delivering some of modern history’s best speeches and John Lennon was being born. It was a pre-war boom time in Miami Beach, a period in which nearly 3,000 hotel rooms were built in two years (41 hotels in total). Americans were discovering, as they continue to discover today, that the pleasures of the islands could be had with less money and less travel in Miami Beach.
When L. Murray Dixon, noted architect of the era and creator of many of Miami’s trophy buildings, set forth to design this hotel, he most likely didn’t realize that his imprint on the Miami Beach landscape would be deeper felt by this project than any of his others. And yet, The Raleigh has endured unlike nearly any other hotel from the era. It remains a favorite amongst locals, amongst celebrities looking for anonymity and amongst guests with an appreciation for impeccable design and the sort of friendly hospitality that makes them feel as if they’re home.
And while we’d like to think that things have evolved greatly from the ‘40s, we’ll let you be the judge of that. One thing we can promise you: while decades have come and gone, while trends have ebbed and flowed, and even as The Raleigh has seen a few facelifts (this is South Beach, after all), The Raleigh’s commitment to uphold an unprecedented level of hospitality and to provide its guests with the unspoiled charms of Miami Beach remain unchanged.



Last year's trends-are you following?
*articles written by Jordan Wolf-unless otherwise noted

photo courtesy of:© Flickr / Mariah Fleming

The Peter Pan Collar
The funny thing about Peter Pan collars – those adorable, rounded necklines that make any outfit extra-sweet – is that Peter Pan didn’t actually wear one. Rather, the boy who refused to grow up is often depicted in a green, v-neck tunic, or ...
The Clash
One of the oldest “rules” of style is that you should never mix-and-match your prints – stripes and polka dots should stay separate, according to this outdated mode. Luckily for us, we’re living in the twenty first century, in a fashionable world ...
The Oversized Sweater
Bigger is better for certain things – jumbo shrimp, Venti lattes, and this season’s too-big-for-you knits come to mind. Oversized shapes have been working their way back into fashion from the depths of our 1980s nightmares in a fresh and sophisticated ...

photo by: © Belovodchenko Anton

The Coat Post
With the holidays rapidly approaching, we figure that a lot of you are currently in the throes of planning some cross-continental travels to visit friends in far away places. You’ve picked the dates, booked your flight, and have possibly even mentioned it ...
Black-Tie Affair
It may only be the beginning of the “season” here in Miami, but we’re already thinking about the shows, galas, banquets, benefits, and parties to come, and more importantly, what we’ll be wearing to these swank events. Whether it’s for a museum ...
Well-Vested
On a cool(ish) fall night in Miami, you can do without the wool jackets and heavy overcoats the rest of the nation dutifully dons, but you may still want a little something to keep the chill off those suntanned shoulders, so used to the warm weather that ...
Put Some Skin in It
Though leather is always in style for fall and winter, it can be an intimidating trend to try. Body-hugging and sexy, the leather skirt is the original va-va-va-voom piece, but few Miamians actually work them into wardrobe rotation, for obvious ...
A Bootie for All Seasons
The seasons may not change too drastically here in Miami, but the reprieve from the sweltering summer heat does lend itself to a myriad of new wardrobe choices. As the weather slowly cools, we can experiment more with layers and knits, with tights and ...
The Knitty-Gritty
Fall is in the air, sure, but it’s that wishy-washy, unpredictable Miami sort of Fall that’s constantly got us in a pickle about what to wear. We can wear jeans without melting, and even a light jacket over our dresses after the sun goes down, but the ...
Nu Preppy
Think you know collegiate cool? It used to be that traditional Ivy League garb set the standard – crewneck cashmere, crested blazers, preppy plaid, and the ubiquitous pearls and penny loafers were the must-haves of the school set. These days, this posh, ...
Go Retro
In the seventies, newly “liberated” women ushered in a new style of dressing, fabulous and eclectic. Gone were the tightly whittled waists of fifties frocks, or the uniform mod-squad shifts of the sixties. Diane von Furstenberg “invented” the wrap ...

photo by :© Márcia Rodrigues

Pretty in Pencil
Straight and narrow – that’s how we like our skirts to fit. A perfectly fitted pencil skirt is a bit of a paradox, somehow managing to be both incredibly sophisticated and suggestively sexy at the same time. The body-hugging curve is va-va-voom, but at ...
Go Long
Long skirts can be a hard sell – too often they conjure frighteningly matronly images of grannies in shapeless, lumpy things devoid of all feminine sexuality. Maybe that’s why they’ve been AWOL from the runways since that awkward trend toward austere ...
Brightly Go
The fashion rules of yore state that bold hues should be worn up top, in blouses and tanks that illuminate and draw attention to the face, and that they should be paired with a neutral, slimming color on the bottom. But the looks we’re seeing on the ... Trends to Fall For
Ready or not, Fall is nearly here, and you know what that means – change! A new season brings a whole new style, with new shapes to size up, new colors to wear, and of course - new trends to watch. Here are a few of our favorites from the Fall 2011 ...
Colorblocking 2.0
Looking for a cool way to infuse your end-of-summer look with some fresh style? You could run out and drop some serious cash on a brand new wardrobe or a few to-die-for designer dresses, but that’s just unnecessary, not to mention uncreative. Rework, ...
Put a Hood On It
Picture it: you’re out on a glorious Miami afternoon, maybe you’re window shopping, running out to grab a coffee, or simply walking the dog. Then, it happens. Suddenly, the bold, blazing sun disappears and the skies open up, and before you know it rain ...
Ikat, Ikat Everywhere
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Sexy, Sexy Slits Snip, snip – it seems that designers have gotten a little scissor happy, judging by the amount of slit-up-to-there skirts we’ve been seeing lately. Once considered appropriate only for glamorous evening affairs, the thigh-high slit has infiltrated the ...









MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK -SWIM (In Miami)




You've seen me talking about the fashion week seaon beginning. Well Fashion Week-Swim is the first of the season in this country.

Photo by Darryl Reece

The fist designer I covered was Lisa Blue. AS it turns out, it was the first show that opened MBFWM also.

I was sick last year, and taken away from the business the year before that. And with a new camera, it took a while to get used to shooting again, but I catch on quickly.

Photos by Darryl Reece

What caught my eye quickly, were the number of African American & Hispanic models that were in the show. It seems that the three big Fashion Week Shows are actually, or subconciously divided by race. Ladies, it may be smaller, but this is is the place if you are a model of darker complextion. Till tomorrow. A big night tonight.

Designer: Poko Pano. Photos by Darryl Reece

The only thing that I disliked, was the lack of knowledge,thereby photo-etiquette of the photographers: The people who were hired to video the show had their video and tripod on the (with three others) whom each were blocking at least two photographers each. Photo-wise, it was a mess, and smaller risers than those at NY Fashion Week.
But in reality, it was a great show-models, belly dancers, Chinese dragon show, and funky head gear. Take a look at the pictures, and enjoy yourself.


Day 2:
From 6pm till 10pm I ran back and forth between tents. My legs we're worn out. It's been two years since I was involed with any Fashion Week, and it showed. I rocked back & forth between people making sure that I got a clear shot. I was able to hit every show today, except for the fist show (E'CLAIRE'E). The work wasn't bad, and by the 9pm show, I was back in stride.

Designer: Poko Pano Photos by Darryl Reece

By the close of the night, a few thing happened: I realized that my wallet was left in my room & 2: As I was working, I was asked to copy some of my photos to an
hispanic magazine. By the time I goback to my hotel room, I was so exhausted, that I actually left my key in my door.


DAY-3

Other than my very sore legs, I had reached my stride. I was able to get shots practically any where I wanted. There were a couple blocks by people, by I tried to det around the opstacles-and produced a product that was perfect. This was my day. Everything was coming out correctly. The lighting, the camera settings, even the models.

Photos by Darryl Reece

Here we had caffe'Swimear, Aqua di Lara, Mara Hoffman Swim,xtralife Lycr Brand, and Cia Maritima. Great swimwear designers. My thoughts is if you were a swimwear designer, you should be here. You'll notice That I even have a lot of headshots taken this day. I saw a crowd of people waing an hispanis flaag. It was so crowded, that I thought it was a parade. Only when I got close that I realized it was just a celebrity sighting-I have absolutely no idea who it was.

Photos by Darryl Reece

Day four:
Today might become a washout, but we'll see...

I did go to Fashion Week today. Sadly, I got into a couple of arguments over tape markings under the tent. What I'm finding is that people don't know any better. When on the risers, if you are not a house, or main photographer, it doesn't matter. Everyone needs a spot. I had two guys (and one woman) kept telling me that I was in their space. One guy said he was getting security (he showed up just before the show, and I wasn't moving then-as I knew the rules, but he didn't). As usual nothing happened. On the second, he came in a little bit earlier, and I was able to find a better spot. People don't understand. I think that this will be my last fashion week here. I don't understand the mess here in Miami. In NY, the event people make it very clear to you, but those same people tend to let Miami just run wild.

The only show I didn't attend was the last one because I was STARVING and just plain tired. The shows were beautiful. Red Carter put on a beautiful show to start it off. I desperately needed food, and my hotel was no help. So while that last show started, I walked down to Walgreens (where I saw some interesting people) and picked up some granola bars.

Photos by Darryl Reece

Day Five:
This was the final day of the shows. In Miami, there are a lot of women in bikinis, but there wasn't much of a finale. As far as shows, I'd give it a B, but as crownd control goes, it gets a C.Too many crowd distractions in my opinion. What saved the show were the many beautiful women & exotic clothing in the crowd. The other saving gracr came at the end:

I was pointed out the number of NY models in the swim show. That made me wonder where were all the swimwear models on my facebook page. As I was just about to post that thought, I noticed a picture of a model-in a pictue I also took at Fashion Week.While MALA was one of my friends, I don't think I ever said anything to her. This past week was her birthday, and I realized that I had befriended a Miami model-friend; on Facebook no less.

The model MALA Photos by Darryl Reece

The ending shows used more designs, and a lot of variety. To tell you the truth, if you've never gone to a fashion week, this would be a good start; but for me I'm calling it quits. Heck, I even got hired.

L.A. FASHION & FASHION WEEK

L.A. is presently regarded as the second major fashion center of the country

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Photo by Darryl Reece


**This is copied from the L.A. Fashion Week web page-since I missed it, and don't have any plans to go over to Los Angeles at the moment.

Fall 2012 collections started today(3/9) with installations and runway presentations at Ace Gallery, produced by the talented and spirited Concept Fashion Week team. Showing at Concept on Friday and Saturday are MIKE VENSEL, HENRY DUARTE, BRYAN HEARNS, PAUL REDMOND, MEMENIC, NUVULA, S&G, CHAMBERS, THAI NUYGEN, CURLY V, BELLE N MATISSE, ELAINE ALLEN, ZUBAUEN, GYPSY JUNKIES, LAILI LAU, NAMI, and JEN AWAD.
One of the most inspired events of the week is a benefit for the A+D Museum with CELEBRATE THE WEARABLE as the gala theme on Saturday, March 10. A runway show at 8pm and live auction of wearable creations by 40+ designers, architects, artists and creators including KARIM RASHID, RICHARD MEIER, TRINA TURK, JONATHAN ADLER, STEWART + BROWN, JOHN BALDESSARI, DIANA ENG, FITZU, LOUISE GREEN MILLINERY, JEAN-CHARLES DE CASTELBAJAC, VALERJ POBEGA and L.A. EYEWORKS make this a must-see for the design-inclined.
On Monday March 12, Style Fashion Week will pick up the ball with a series of runway shows through Friday at Vibiana, one of the most beautiful venues in Los Angeles. Collections on the runway this season include SKINGRAFT, MILA HERMANOVSKI, L’UNE COLLECTION, STOP STARING!, INA SOLTANI, XCVI, FURNE ONE and OCTAVIO CARLIN. The week concludes on Friday with GO RED for Women Celebrity Red Dress Fashion Show for the American Heart Association. These events coincide with Market Week in the showrooms and trade shows (Coeur, Designers & Agents, Focus and more) in the wholesale showroom buildings clustered near the intersection of 9th & Los Angeles streets in the Fashion District.
Peppered throughout the week are the individualists and the pioneers, those who don’t conform to a traditional presentation style or collective venue. Among these is PROJECT ETHOS which has — for many seasons now — inspired both club-goers and the press with presentations of multi-faceted creative talent in Hollywood and now broadcasting on the internet. New this season is an ECOCOUTURE event at the W Hotel, and returning with individual presentations are designers SUE WONG (at her atelier) and LAUREN ELAINE (at the W Hotel.) Plus more emerging designers and fashion happenings populating the fashion calendar daily.
Fashion Week closes with LA Fashion Weekend March 16th-18th, the tented extravaganza at Sunset Gower Studios captained by Mikey Koffman, a fashion industry professional and showroom owner turned reality TV personality and LA Fashion Week impresario. On Friday BETSEY JOHNSON, DINA BAR-EL and VILORIJA will take the runway. Featured brands on Saturday include ASHLEE BROOKS, SARAHI HOUSE OF FASHION, LAHA THE GLAMOROUS GIRL and SKINEEZ SKINCAREWEAR. LA Fashion Weekend has corralled the support of local news KTLA 5 to broadcast the Sunday presentations which have an appropriate reality-celeby-TV bent: GOSSIP GIRL BY ROMEO & JULIET COUTURE inspired by CW’s Gossip Girl, LIZZIE PARKER from the new Fashion Star TV show, and ALEXIS BY TAL SHEYN, designed with Alexis from Real Housewives of Orange County Season 6.
For details, check the Calendar. Please note that most events are INVITE ONLY and not open to the public.
I will continue to update on L.A. fashion



Concept L.A Fashion Week brings art, fashion and culture together
L.A. Times March 12, 2011 | 8:41pm


Concept Los Angeles at ACE Gallery / photo by Image House LA


Sachika Spring Summer 2012 / Concept Los Angeles
/ ACE Gallery / Photo copyright Sascha Knopf Image House LA The events comprising “L.A. Fashion Week” which are being held this weekend through next week may have some slapdash scheduling and production, but you wouldn’t know it from the Concept L.A event at the Ace gallery in Mid-Wilshire. The second floor space hosted several local designers as well as an artist duo called The Date Farmers Friday night, drawing a sizable crowd, as well as shows and installations from designers both established and brand-new. Designers Mike Vensel, Martin Martin, Valerj Pobega and Liason displayed a selection of their fall 2011 collections in small semi-secluded rooms that lined a hallway en route to a runway. Vensel showed two vivid red dresses worn by models perched on a large rock. The dresses looked like luxe Snuggies situated in the middle of the desert. The color was intense and alluring, but the silhouettes were shapeless and robe like.
Husband and wife design duo and veterans of the L.A fashion scene Martin Martin were inspired to create their fall collection based on the idea of deconstruction. An all white, gray and black line, each piece was stark, modern and sculptural. A standout piece was a butter-soft tailored black leather jacket with an interesting pleated detail on the back.
Valerj Pobega’s line was vaudeville meets 1930s Berlin, with green wool army blanket-looking capes that had medallion brooches at the neck and were painted with star graphics. The pieces were styled on mannequins wearing gas masks and a few models who accompanied the designer at her station had Marilyn Manson-esque running eye makeup and bondage-inspired dresses festooned with an undulating ruffled collar.
Newcomer Alyson Leif, whose line of lingerie called Liason hits stores for the first time this fall, is taking a high-end approach to underpinnings. The former denim designer and current keyboard player for the band The Meek uses all silk and chiffon to create tap shorts, art deco inspired bras, robes and nightgowns.

Read more here:
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/alltherage/2011/03/concept-la-fashion-week-brings-art-fashion-and-culture-together.html



Los Angeles Fashion Week SS2012 underway
By Jennifer Uner
Emily Factor and Alex & Lee (with footwear by Calleen Cordero) made an inspired presentation in a downtown gallery setting on the eve of Fashion Week in LA. The handmade-in-California casual-chic vibe in an uncommon space set the right tone for the coming weeks of shows, parties, presentations and installations. The calendar continues to evolve here.

FashionWeekLA.com was created in 2002 on behalf of an organic group of designers, agents, editors, and other market-makers who are committed to creating a vibrant and exciting Los Angeles marketplace. It is the longest running and most comprehensive calendar of events for LA Fashion Week.
Qualified events are always listed for FREE at FashionWeekLA.com. Submit event-listing requests to Jen Uner at info (at) fashionweekla.com.

Just a little break in the morning to say thanks to Everybody:

This report is from one of the blogs that I follow:

Various media outlets are reporting that the model and mother of one was found unconscious in a wooded area after a failed suicide attempt. I hope that for her sake, the sake of her child and the people who love her that she gets the help she so desperately needs.

See the story here:
http://makefetchhappen.blogspot.com/

Fashion News

I decided to post a new page for this blog: What's going on in the world of fashion-from all around the world.

Photo by: Darryl Reec

Martin Truex Jr. to Host Fashion Show in his Garage

The Star-Ledger - NJ.com (blog)

The fashion show will take place on a New York-style runway, and feature children from the Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina. The hospital is a beneficiary of the "Martin Truex Jr. Special Needs Fund" which raises money for the hospital. On May 16th, Martin Truex Jr. will have his MTJ Motorsports garage, which currently houses his old race cars, transformed into a high fashion venue more suited for the pages of Vogue, than Speedway Illustrated. It is all part of a fundraiser organized by the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation.




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Inside Jersey's Hot Beach Bodies Contest
By Inside Jersey Staff(www.nj.com)

We’re looking for the best beach bodies Down the Shore this summer

Here’s how our contest works:


Just sign in to our webpage at ijhotbodies.com to enter the contest and upload an image of yourself in a bathing suit and write a short bio (150 words or less).

Our panel of Inside Jersey staffers will select male and female winners in four age categories: 18 to 25; 26 to 35; 36 to 45; 46 and up.

The winners will be professionally photographed and featured in Inside Jersey’s Down the Shore 2013 edition.

By sending in a photo, you agree to release your image to Inside Jersey for judging purposes and for possible inclusion in an nj.com online photo gallery featuring Inside Jersey’s Hottest Beach Bodies.







Emma Roberts and January Jones Shop Target Preview in NYC

Us Magazine

Tiffani Thiessen taking in the Oscar de la Renta fashion show with a friend at the CCFA Women of Distinction Luncheon in NYC. -- Shaquille O'Neal handing the winner of C by Courvoisier's “C if U Can Make Shaq Laugh” contest a $5000 check at Shout in Atlanta, GA







Kanye West sent many a few questionable items down the runway during his very first fashion show back in October. His nameplate necklaces were among the less questionable. Not only did they result in one of our favorite New York Times selections.



VOGUE NEWS:

Vogue moves to limit too-young, too-skinny models from its pages around the world

Washington Post

NEW YORK — Vogue magazine, perhaps the world’s top arbiter of style, is making a statement about its own models: Too young and too thin is no longer in.

They agreed to “not knowingly work with models under the age of 16 or who appear to have an eating disorder,” and said they will ask casting directors to check IDs at photo shoots and fashion shows and for ad campaigns. The move is an important one for the fashion world, said former model Sara Ziff, who was discovered at 14 and has since founded The Model Alliance, dedicated to improving the working conditions of models and persuading the industry to take better care of its young.





Vogue bans too-skinny models

Atlanta Journal Constitution

15, 2012, file photo, models have their make-up finalized under runway light before the J. Mendel Fall 2012 collection is modeled during Fashion Week, in New York. The 19 editors of Vogue magazines around the world made a pact to project the image of Healthy models.




Vogue's New Beauty Standard: No Underage Models Or Eating Disorders

Forbes

Marc Jacobs, for example, flouted the guidelines and featured underage girls in his Spring/Summer 2012 presentation at February's New York Fashion Week. “I do the show the way I think it should be, and not the way somebody tells me it should be,” Mr. Jacobs said at the time.
Beginning with the June issue of Vogue, which hits newsstands this month, readers can expect healthier beauties in its pages. The New York Times reported this morning that all 19 international editions of Vogue have adopted a policy that sets a strong precedent in the health and age of its models.


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Bella Casa Fashion Show attended by 600 people Thursday: Neighbors North Today
Syracuse.com

Local celebrities modeled fashions from well-known Central New York stores. The celebrity fashion show is one of CNY Ronald McDonald House's biggest fundraisers in the area. The charity provides a "home away from home" for families whose children are are hospitalized with serious illnesses or injuries.





New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera says he will return to the mound by 2013.- 5:42 pm John Hoffman isn't a doctor. He doesn't even play one on TV.





Skeptics question whether Vogue went far enough to promote healthier models
Washington Post

The Council of Fashion Designers of America adopted a voluntary initiative in 2007 emphasizing age minimums and healthy working environments during New York Fashion Week. London Fashion Week designers signed a contract with the British Fashion Council Fashion Council to use models who are at least 16.



Anna Wintour, Vogue’s U.S. editor-in-chief, was instrumental in crafting the CFDA’s guidelines.





Is Vogue vow for underage, eating disorder model ban more hype than health?

Detroit Free Press

This 2006 file photo shows a very thin model on the runway at the Rosa Cha spring 2007 fashion show in New York. Skeptics wonder whether Vogue magazine's vow to ban models under 16 or those of any age with visible signs of eating disorders is more hype than health.






Ethiopian, Tanzanian bag top honours at Addis fashion event

Hub of Africa Fashion Week: Ethiopia & Tanzania Top 'Origin Africa' Showcase

Tadias Magazine

Hub of Africa Fashion Week took place at the African Union conference center in Addis Ababa last week. (Courtesy photos) New York (TADIAS) – Ethiopian designer Mafi and Tanzania's Doreen Mashika have won the Origin Africa designers showcase at The 2012 Hub of Africa Fashion Week held in Addis Ababa last week. The Ethiopian designer will be heading to New York to participate at The Africa Fashion Week New York in July.

The event this year was part the “Origin Africa” expo – an annual gathering organized by The African Cotton and Textile Industries Federation (ACTIF). The fashion show was sponsored by USAID East Africa’s Trade Expansion program. The list of participating countries included Ghana, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Angola, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Ivory Coast, Gambia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Africa.





Ethiopian, Tanzanian bag top honours at Addis fashion event

East African

Mafi, who presented a streetwise, sassy collection of urban sportswear, won the Origin Africa Design Award and will be heading to the Africa Fashion Week New York in July. Mashika took home the Ethical Fashion Award and the US Retailer Award — the two ...





Australian Fashion Week Pictures- What They Wore To Aussie[Fashion Week]
New York Fashion Week is still a whole four months away, but across the globe in Sydney, they wrapped up their shows just this week. The continent is home to tons of our favorite contemporary designers including Romance Was Born, Ksubi, Zimmermann, Sass & Bide, Ellery, and more, and that means there's no skimping on style in Sydney.





Norma Ishak Fashion Show - Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week | NYFW | FashionTV

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Fashion designer Lepore to speak at YSU graduation

Youngstown Vindicator

After completing her studies at YSU, Lepore enrolled in New York City's Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned a degree in design. Bolstered by a $5000 loan from her father, Lepore then set out to start her own line of clothing.





Role model

Monroe News Star

In March, she was on the runway at Paris Fashion Week. / Ben Corda/The News-Star Balancing runway shows at New York and Paris fashion weeks with high school coursework can be challenging, but Monroe teen Skylar McCartney makes it work.





Victorias Secret modelAlessandra Ambrosio gives birth to baby boy (article is in Spanish)

Huffpost Voces





STORY OF FASHION: A Showcase of Emerging Fashion Design Talent

Central Stockton News

Each year, the college chooses a location in the community to present the best of its design talent in a full-fledged production show, with runway models, lights and music that rivals any show in San Francisco, Los Angeles or New York.






Fashion photos of the week: May 8

Globe and Mail

... from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia in Sydney

It's an evening of big stars and major fashion as the likes of Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow and Scarlett Johansson walk the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute in New York.









Designer: Akaya Ichikawa(Rob Griffith/AP)








Prospect Events In New York In June Events, Shows & Things to do ...

Full Figured Fashion Week 2012 Atlanta To New York CITY Tuesday, June 11th- Sunday, June 17th *RESERVE Your Seat TODAY* Please join us on a Fabulous Trip To NYC for Full Figured Fashion Week!





Shana Janelle On...: The Makeup Show NYC 2012 Sneak Peek of f. James Vincent

Here we focus on the offerings of TMS NYC taking place this weekend as we catch up with James in the midst of his hectic schedule. One thing about James is though he is constantly on the go he always has time to mentor fellow artists and we love that about him. Keep reading to find out what is planned for TMSNYC 2012 and what I will get James for our anniversary!
tears, and experiences to his folio including keying a number of shows for New York Fashion Week.




Slivers of Hope Amid the Melancholy in a Mexican Border Town

New York Times

The organizers of the fashion show, a group called Amor por Juárez (“Love for Juárez”), which has loosely based its efforts on the “I Love New York” campaign, are planning to open a clothing boutique in downtown Juárez next year.





Pairing Fashion Sense With Business Sense

Wall Street Journal
The exercise was part of an unusual collaboration between New York University's Stern School of Business and the Council of Fashion Designers of America's two-year-old Fashion Incubator program, which gives emerging designer labels mentoring from established fashion executives and designers, networking opportunities and office space in New York's garment district.

Vidal Sassoon, Hairdresser and Trendsetter, Dies at 84

New York Times

They were also easy to care for and maintain — the wash-and-wear look, it was sometimes called — and they helped propel the youthful revolution in fashion (and just about everything else) that gripped London and then America and the rest of the world.







Hit the runway! Fashion Week comes to Las Vegas-May 14-21

Las Vegas Weekly

Inspired by international fashion weeks like those in Paris, New York and Milan, 26-year-old Jenifer Strom decided it was high time Las Vegas got in on the action. “Our local designers have the talent, passion and drive to succeed,”



For more info & full schedule:

http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/news/2012/may/09/hit-runway-fashion-week-comes-las-vegas/





StyleOwner turns fashion lovers into STYLEpreneurs

MarketWatch (press release)

NEW YORK, May 10, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- StyleOwner, a new social-selling platform allows style-savvy individuals to create, curate, and market their own personalized online fashion boutique while earning a generous commission on all sales.





Kanye West "Hates" New York Street Fashion
The People Speak Out

West has very specific issues with men's fashion in New York City. Last Saturday he posted on Twitter how he "hates" certain looks and accessories, E! reported. The rapper now fashion designer launched his first women's collection at Paris Fashion Week.





Makeup Show NYC & Portfolio Case in Makeup Artist, Hairstylist ...

Makeup Show NYC & Portfolio Case. ... Makeup Artist, Hairstylist, and Fashion Stylist Forum · Models, Photographers, Agents (etc) · Opportunity & Networking.





Ten West Spring Fashion Party and “Strike a Pose” Display - New

Fashion Host - Hampton Daze Magazine. Live Burlesque Show by Martina Markota. Powered by Nekta Watches NY. Giveaways: Tickets to see a Broadway Show





Santa Cruz dress designer Jill Alexander invited to show fashions in NYC

San Jose Mercury News

Alexander, who specializes in sizes 12 and up, was the only American designer showcased in the London show, last year. SANTA CRUZ - Santa Cruz fashion designer Jill Alexander has been invited once again to New York for Full Figured Fashion Week.






Mother's Giant 'Little Marina' Doll Wins One Show

Adweek

Mother New York took the top honors at 2012's One Show last night, winning "Best of Show" for "Little Marina," the 25-foot-tall, Missoni-wearing, smartphone-waving doll that the agency created for New York Fashion Week to promote Target's Missoni line.






Hollywood & Slime: Positively giddy after the fashion parade at this week's ...

Human Events

by Andrea Billups We're still positively giddy after the fashion parade at this week's Met Gala. New York society must smirk and groan that its big night has been hijacked by a bunch of Tinseltown honeys on the make...

IMAGES: Miranda goes topless and more fashion news!

Rediff

The results were for the world to see when she turned up at London Fashion Week flaunting her perfect curves in a green silk dress slit to the thigh. She also impressed her fans on Twitter by posting a series of snaps of herself in a bikini.



See full story here: http://www.rediff.com/getahead/slide-show/slide-show-1-glamour-weekly-fashion-round-up/20120512.htm


















(Image: Miranda Kerr Photographs: Victoria's Secret ad campaign)





Serena Williams Rap: Tennis Player, Actress Reveals New Hobby

Huffington Post

Belly baring at the Tommy Hilfiger show during Olympus Fashion Week Spring 2005 in Bryant Park, New York. Walking in her big black boots at the 2004 US Open. Playing Amelie Mauresmo of France during the 2006 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King.





Whether faux or real, exotic skins are hot

Indianapolis Star

A model wears a python-embossed jacket from the Elie Tahari Fall 2012 collection during Fashion Week in New York. / John Minchillo / Associated Press Associated Press NEW YORK -- Fashion moves in waves, and in today's easier, unfussy stage, glitz and gold might seem over the top. But boring isn't the only way to do a pared-down look. Exotic skins -- and many more faux exotic skins -- can bridge the gap between too much and not enough.



Choices go from neon-embossed leathers that mimic python and ostrich, to rare and very expensive tree-frog skin. It's mostly accessories, but there are a lot of skin-inspired printed fabrics out there, too.





Betsey Johnson going out of business sale
The Tennessean (blog)

Wacky and wonderful designer Betsey Johnson, known for cartwheeling down the runway after every collection at New York Fashion Week, is filing for bankruptcy and shuttering her retail stores nationwide. Look for savings from 20 to 50 percent on apparel.





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3 New York chefs compete on 'Food Network Star'

New York Daily News

Yvan Lemoine, Michele Ragussis and Justin Warner will all face challenges along the way

Other episodes will include challenges like a “Chopped”-style battle judged by chefs Alex Guarnaschelli, Scott Conant and Marc Murphy; a Ted Allen-hosted New York Fashion Week food makeover challenge; holiday-themed specials hosted by Fieri; now of “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” fame — premieres Sunday at 9 p.m.




Fashion Industry News, Designers, Runway Shows, Style Advice

Fashionista

Hair colorist Tracey Cunningham, who is the ombré queen of LA (she’s done Drew Barrymore and Jessica Biel) probably summed it up best: “We’re all so f*ucking bored.” Amen. New York-based celeb hair colorist Rita Hazan acknowledges that this is definitely a phenomenon; she’s been seeing more requests for unnatural hair color. “Women are taking risks,” she said. Frederic Fekkai reports that more women are doing it for events or a short stint. Whatever your motives, the process is still the same.









Fashion Label Paul Smith Plans Shanghai Megastore in China Entry

Bloomberg

Closely held Paul Smith has locations that include London, Paris, Hong Kong and New York. Chinese urban disposable income rose 14 percent to about 21810 yuan in 2011. That is pulling global fashion brands into the world's second-largest economy.





Merino wool design global prize : Indian designers
The international Woolmark Prize crosses borders and cultures by seeking outstanding and emerging talent from around the world, aligning the support of emerging designers with the evolution of emerging countries. It is an award for the next generation, shifting the focus from glamour to true talent as a way to highlight wool’s eco credentials. It is Woolmark’s social commitment, a sharing of resources to support local artisans.






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style-book: Robinson mall contest offers shopping spree

Pittsburgh Post Gazette

The Mall at Robinson is searching for Pittsburgh's most fashion-forward girls and guys age 13 and older to share their personal style and compete for a $1000 shopping spree and a chance to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City in February.

Hugo Boss entering another dimension with live stream 3D show

Times LIVE

Fashionistas are invited to take their seats at the first fashion show to stream live in 3D when Hugo Boss presents its Boss Black Fall/Winter 2012 catwalk show May 18 from Beijing. In addition to its growing dominance of the movie world, 3D technology has been increasingly enamoring creators, with Lady Gaga favorite Nicola Formichetti famously recreating his model muse Zombie Boy into a 3D avatar last year and New York-based designer Norma Kamali creating a 3D Fashion Film for her Spring 2012 collection during New York Fashion Week back in September.

Getting in on the trend, Hugo Boss will now show what has been dubbed the first live stream 3D runway show at http://www.hugoboss.com/fashionshow, with model and designer interviews and backstage impressions also to be part of the live stream, which begins at 8.45 PM CST.





Ryan Lochte Is the Fourth Man to Ever Cover Vogue

New York Magazine

Ryan Lochte, a six-time Olympic-medal-winning swimmer, becomes the fourth man to ever cover American Vogue for the magazine's June issue, which also features soccer player Hope Solo and tennis champion Serena Williams (both of whom are also Vogue cover first-timers, although Serena and her sister Venus have been featured in the magazine several times). This is the first time a man has ever been on the cover of Vogue without a female model: The previous male cover stars — Richard Gere, George Clooney, and Lebron James — were photographed with Cindy Crawford, Gisele, and Gisele again, respectively. You can see those covers in our slideshow.
So, what does it mean that three athletes — one of them male — are on this month's cover? Anna Wintour's inclination to marry fashion and sports is a canny one, and it's a direction she's been taking for some time now. She frequently attends basketball games and tennis matches in the New York area, but she also invites athletes into the fashion world, hosting them at Vogue events and featuring them in the magazine. Putting three of them on the cover may be a watershed moment, but it's been a long time coming.



Of course, [Anna]Wintour is clearly aware of the overlaps between the sports and fashion worlds. Sure, a lot of fashion fans may not be interested in sports — and vice versa — but the two industries have a lot in common. Their stars become huge celebrities. Both embrace extreme physical ideals, nutty personalities, and showiness. What athletes wear, both in and out of the game, is carefully examined. The way people define themselves by what they wear is not unlike how people define themselves by certain sports teams. Fashion and sports are both utterly frivolous and culturally essential. Both can involve more than a fair amount of spandex, glitter, and sequins.
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Wedding couture: romantic, glamorous gowns to lust after

Globe and Mail

It's an evening of big stars and major fashion as the likes of Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow and Scarlett Johansson walk the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute in New York.

See the wedding dress photos here:

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/fashion-and-beauty/fashion/fashion-photos/wedding-couture-romantic-glamorous-gowns-to-lust-after/article2432191/?utm_medium=Feeds%3A%20RSS%2FAtom&utm_source=Home&utm_content=2432191















DeZign Intervention presents a fashion exploration: SAVE THE BEES by Michael Jerome Francis followed by a live performance of ESNAVI. Original jewelry and accessories are courtesy of artist and designer, Christopher Trujillo.


Michael Jerome Francis
Michael Jerome Francis is a New York-based artist with a fetish for fashion. His brand of demi
couture embraces an environmentally-conscious philosophy by producing locally; re-imagining
nontraditional materials and incorporating craftsmanship that preserve and celebrate ancestral
traditions - the result: high quality garments that are both raw and romantic. With passion and
focus Michael launched his career as a freelance fashion designer and artist in New York in 2000
– assisting on special projects with Chanel couture, Saks Fifth Avenue and Henri Bendel, NY, as
well as maintaining and serving a growing list of private clients. In addition to his freelance fashion
design work, Michael has designed costume for Ensemble Youkali’s opera – The Rake’s Progress
and presented his designs at Renaissance Fine Art New York, NY . In 2011 Michael's designs were
presented at Bloomingdale’s SoHo – The Green Shows Eco-lux Pop-Up Shop and the 2011 Caribbean
International Fashion Week (CIFW) in New York, NY. He was also featured in a 7-page editorial
in the 2011 Designer Issue of Profiles98 – a style, culture and global Caribbean magazine and his designs were seen on Vogue, it's Images and Patrick McMullan's websites.



Where?

Brooklyn Terrace

Brooklyn Terrace, Brooklyn's newest rooftop lounge offers chic décor with modern style. Located in

Downtown Brooklyn it provides panoramic views of Brooklyn, the Statue of Liberty, Verrazano Bridge,

and Ellis Island.





Macy's Pays Tribute to Brazil with Multifaceted Campaign Launching This Week

MarketWatch (press release)
"This week's in-store launch of Macy's 'Brasil: A Magical Journey' campaign will introduce exciting aspects of Brazilian culture to our customers and their families through fun and interactive events, great fashion and lifestyle product, and augmented reality and QR code technology," said Martine Reardon, Macy's chief marketing officer. "We've enlisted top Brazilian designers, procured brands new to the United States, and created authentic in-store experiences that truly capture the spirit of this rich and intriguing culture.

Beginning tomorrow, Macy's is bringing the magic of Brazil to life with exclusive Brazilian-inspired designs, including limited-edition collections by "Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein," "FALCHI by Falchi" and RACHEL Rachel Roy + Seu Jorge





Calvin Klein's Costa stirring more attention

Seattle Post Intelligencer

16, 2012 file photo, Dutch model Lara Stone, left, poses with Calvin Klein creative director Francisco Costa at the Calvin Klein Fall 2012 show during Fashion Week in New York. A limited edition of dresses under the Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein .

NEW YORK (AP) — Francisco Costa has waited — patiently — to make his big splash.


He jumped in as creative director for womenswear at Calvin Klein with both feet when he was handpicked by Klein almost a decade ago, but he's been a behind-the-scenes player, slowly, steadily building up his portfolio and profile while staying true to the house's DNA of minimalist, modern design.


He has scored some big awards, including twice being named best women's designer by the Council of Fashion Designers of America and winning a national design award from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt Museum. He's also had some memorable red-carpet moments — Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lawrence wore his designs at last year's Oscars and Emily Blunt was dressed in Calvin Klein at the Met Gala last week — just to name a few. Still, he doesn't make a lot of noise, and he doesn't generate the gossipy whisper campaigns that the fashion crowd often eats up.



Read more: http://www.seattlepi.com/business/article/Calvin-Klein-s-Costa-stirring-more-attention-3563477.php#ixzz1vAIrS3VI





Parsons' MFA Students Are Heading to New York Fashion Week and Launching a ...

Fashionista

“Imagine the best of the bachelors program and then give them two years with everything Parsons has to offer and everything New York has to offer. It's an intense incubator for talent,” said Parson's dean of fashion, Simon Collins.





Macy's Offers Exclusive Collection by NBC's "Fashion Star" Winner Kara Laricks in More Than 100 Stores and on Macys.com.

MarketWatch (press release)

NEW YORK, May 16, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- During a thrilling one hour finale, Kara Laricks, 38, was named winner of NBC's exciting, new reality competition "Fashion Star." Throughout the season, 14 talented designers competed in a series of challenges and eliminations, vying for the ultimate prize to sell one unique collection in each of three of the country's largest retail stores, including America's Department Store, Macy's /quotes/zigman/467976/quotes/nls/m M -4.99% . Laricks exclusive collection for Macy's highlights her avant-garde aesthetic and unique approach to traditional women's fashion, and is available at 110 Macy's stores across the country and on macys.com for a limited time beginning today.





The Preakness is a season unto itself at local boutiques

Baltimore Sun (blog)

(Lloyd Fox, Baltimore Sun / May 9, 2012) By John-John Williams IV

By John-John Williams IV, The Baltimore Sun

7:00 p.m. EDT, May 16, 2012
Lisa Schatz starts her Preakness shopping eight months early, at the September fashion trade shows in New York City. In addition to her regular buys for spring inventory, she's learned to add items featuring bold colors and fun prints that will stand out at Maryland's biggest horse race.

Usually boutique owners purchase clothes for four seasons — five, if you count resorts. But in Baltimore, where Preakness-goers buy duds that sometimes veer from national spring trends, window displays are peppered with color combinations such as yellow and black, bold prints and funky hats that reflect the quirky traditions of the race. Preakness is its own buying season.

The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Chinese Exchange Program Welcomes Uma Wang to New York

Fashionista

By Anna Deutsch Thursday, May 17, 2012 / 6:23 PM Last night the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund welcomed Chinese designer Uma Wang to New York with a fancy cocktail party at the W New York Downtown–which will be Wang's home for the duration of her six week stay. She is in town as a guest of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund’s Chinese Exchange Program, which aims to engage key designers in a cultural exchange including industry events and introductions to key people within the U.S. market.




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Five top models-turned-actors

Seattle Post Intelligencer

BY CHRISTY LEMIRE, AP Movie Critic FILE

Travelation.com/Southwest

—Ashton Kutcher: The 6-foot-2 Kutcher dropped out of the University of Iowa, where he'd planned to study biochemical engineering, after an agent recruited him at a bar to take part in a modeling competition. He ended up winning first place and went on to work the catwalks in New York, Milan and Paris. Kutcher made his name playing dumb pretty-boy roles on the TV series "That '70s Show" and in movies like "Dude, Where's My Car?" But as any of the nearly 10.7 million Twitter followers of (at)aplusk can attest, he's got more substantive matters on his mind. Now he's replaced Charlie Sheen on the unfathomably popular "Two and a Half Men" and he's about to play the late Apple founder Steve Jobs in an upcoming biopic.



— Tyrese Gibson: He grew up in South Central Los Angeles but burst onto the pop-culture scene as a teenager singing "Always Coca-Cola" in a 1994 commercial. Soon afterward, Tommy Hilfiger himself picked the gorgeous Gibson to be the face of his brand; he's also modeled for Guess? jeans. Gibson is actually a model-turned-singer-turned-actor, having released several R&B albums. After making his acting debut in John Singleton's "Baby Boy," he found himself with recurring roles in a couple of heavy-duty franchises: all three "Transformers" films and a couple of the "Fast and the Furious" movies. In "2 Fast 2 Furious," he had the daunting task of replacing Vin Diesel as Paul Walker's sidekick and he oozed charisma from every pore of his flawlessly sculpted physique.



— Kim Basinger: She was a Breck Girl — that alone qualifies her for this list. A former Georgia pageant queen, she signed a contract with the Ford modeling agency and appeared on several magazine covers in the '70s. Since then she's been ... well, she's been Kim Basinger: blonde, beautiful, glamorous. She's been a Bond girl (in "Never Say Never Again") and had the contents of a refrigerator poured all over her (in "9 1/2 Weeks"). She's played the Caped Crusader's girlfriend (in the 1989 "Batman") and Eminem's mom (in "8 Mile"). And in 1998, she won the Academy Award for best supporting actress for her portrayal of the quintessential hooker with a heart of gold in "L.A. Confidential," beating out then-87-year-old Gloria Stuart, who was considered the favorite for "Titanic."



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Think of any other examples? Share them with AP Movie Critic Christy Lemire through Twitter: http://twitter.com/christylemire.


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T.H.R.E.A.D.S. Brings Eco-Fashion to New York City's Green Festival
Ecouterre (blog)

If John-Michael Schlotter's designs look familiar, it's because you've seen them before: The emerging designer also took part in The Fall/Winter 2012 GreenShows at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. For Heart, earth-friendly textiles such as hemp, linen, and Tencel serve merely as canvases for its colorful digital prints. Based on original photography, the vibrant designs feature everything from lilypads on water to tree-lined landscapes. The label is a collaboration among friends: designer Jenny Greco, photographer Christina Noël, and painter Lisa Selby, who came together in 2008 to create “movable art.” The trio produces everything itself, ensuring sweatshop-free production that feeds back into the local economy.





'Fashion Star' Winner Kara Laricks Talks $6 Million Prize, Having Designs ...

RollingStone.com (blog)

The morning after Laricks' victory, Rolling Stone met up with her at H&M's party in the chain's flagship New York store. Laricks opened up about her plans for her new Fashion Star title and her thoughts on seeing her original runway creations modified modified for retail. Plus, at long last: she finally explained how the payment system works for the designers!



Read more: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/blogs/thread-count/fashion-star-winner-kara-laricks-talks-6-million-prize-having-designs-changed-by-retailers-20120517#ixzz1vGFfYrcn





TCI’s Saint George Fashion House to debut 2013 Resort Collection at Caribbean Fashion Week, Jamaica

South Florida Caribbean News

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Turks and Caicos Islands own, South Caicos native, head designer and proprietor of Saint George Fashion House (SGFH), will debut his ‘Island Breeze’ 2013 resort collection June 8th 2012, at Caribbean Fashion Week of Kingston, Jamaica.

This upcoming showcase also comes as a celebration for Forbes’ first year in the world of fashion since he debuted June 8th 2011, showcasing his first ever collection ‘Le Caicos Chic; A Romance with Decadence’ at Caribbean International Fashion Week, Manhattan, New York.





Victoria's Secret Angel Erin Heatherton to Judge Shutterbug Millionaire

Wall Street Journal (blog)

Erin Heatherton at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on November 9, 2011 in New York. Mooter Media describes Shutterbug Millionaire as a world-first reality event with the largest prize pool ever offered online, and something that combines the suspense and excitement of the most successful reality TV competitions with the community using the interactivity and immediacy of the web.





73 Minutes With Miuccia Prada

New York Magazine

Talking the politics of style at teatime with the designer, fashion magnate, and new Costume Institute honoree. By Amy Larocca In the cool and quiet Bemelmans Bar at the Carlyle Hotel sits Miuccia Prada, the still-living half of this year's Costume Institute exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, drinking a pot of herbal tea. She is wearing hounds­tooth head to toe—a round-necked, belted tunic over matching stovepipe pants. Her hair is unceremoniously knotted into a bun; her face is tan and clean.


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Making the cut
The Australian
AFTER Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, I was left wondering why more young designers don't seek experience overseas rather than prematurely rushing into creating their own labels. That's why it's so satisfying to hear about Christopher Moro. On Friday Nicholas Huxley, proud head of the Fashion Design Studio at TAFE NSW, announced that his former student Moro had found work at Versace. Moro graduated from Huxley's course in 2008 and went on to gain experience with Dion Lee before heading to Paris to study further.


After completing his masters degree at the Institut Francais de la Mode, Moro has worked as an intern with Nicolas Ghesquiere at Balenciaga.

After meeting Donatella Versace, Moro is moving to Italy to take on a coveted design job with Versace.





Out of the bag

The Australian


AMONG the emerging designers, ego exercises and too-close homages at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, one brand made a self-assured runway debut with a modest and polished presentation. After more than 70 years in the business of selling handbags, Oroton celebrated moving into ready-to-wear by sending tote and satchel-wielding models towards a sea of photographers.


With 60 stores, Oroton is a serious player in the Australian fashion business, but its approach to ready-to-wear and the runway was very relaxed.

"It wasn't a strategy where I sat down with the board and discussed investing into ready-to-wear," creative director Ana Maria Escobar says.

"It started because I needed a layer of something soft in the stores. I needed something to soften the look. I was getting tired of seeing rows and rows of handbags. We needed something to accessorise the accessories and that was clothes. It wasn't about a $5 million gap in the market."





DH Studios Inc. puts an extrinsic touch on a New York classic; Let us re-introduce “Ciné et La Mode.”



Bostonian designer, Daniel Hernández, to be featured at fame and fashion premiere by Just Off The 7th in NYC.


WEBWIRE – Sunday, May 20, 2012


Welcome to the New York City! Here you can find the culture they call “couture,” and expect to see Carrie Bradshaw running around 7th and Broadway, in a pair of Manolo Blahniks - wait, that’s “Sex and The City.” The perception of fashion, presented by film, has transcended over generations creating styles and idols for all ages to remember, embedding luxury names into our lives.

On June 8th 2012, Just Off 7th Ave!, in association with Dark Kidney Films, would like to (re)introduce film and fashion via “Ciné et La Mode,” at AMNESIA Nightclub, located at 609 West 29th Street. The exposure and fame of the evening will be focused on the talents of aspiring, novice, and emerging designers, not just the prestige. The event will also feature the Bostonian who redefined the meaning of “Anomaly.”






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Wakiles To Host Fashion Show For Brain Cancer Society

Patch.com

... Real Housewives of New Jersey” will host The Victorious Angels Fashion Show at The Venetian in Garfield on Thursday, June 14. The mother and daughter pair were named honorary chairs of the second annual Brain Tumor Walk in New York City on June 16.




Donna Karan Fashion Show Benefits the San Francisco Ballet

Haute Living

Designer Donna Karan previewed her fall 2012 collection during the 31st annual San Francisco Ballet Auxiliary Fashion Show fundraiser held on Friday at the San Francisco Ritz-Carlton. More than 500 people attended the sold-out luncheon, live auction and runway show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue.

The runway show followed, featuring 41 looks from the latest Donna Karan New York line. “This collection is inspired by my husband… It's about the life of woman and man,” explained Karan, who later this year will release a new fragrance that plays on similar themes.





Fashion maven gives insider's view at Main Event

New Jersey Jewish News

Fern Mallis, creator of New York's Fashion Week, gave an insider's view of the industry at the Main Event. by Debra Rubin About 140 women who already share a commitment to community got to share a beyond-the-runway peek at the dynamic world of high fashion.





NewlyWish Launches 'Merci New York Style Shop', Bringing Stylist-Curated ...
San Francisco Chronicle (press release)

With runway fashion trends playing an increasingly influential role in the Bridal market, innovative wedding registry and gifting service, NewlyWish, has just launched the Merci New York Style Shop, a place for fashionista brides to find unique and
and chic accessories to help them look and feel fabulous on their wedding day. The meticulously curated selection reflects timeless style infused with cutting edge fashion.

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The Summer 7: Fashion essentials for spending the season in style

By Sara Bauknecht / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette



Gear up for 90-plus days of beaches, balmy weather and barbecue with style and beauty essentials that are both fashionable and functional. Here are seven necessities for spending the season in style.



1 Whimsical prints: Don't just daydream about fields of poppies, bundles of wildflowers or beds of coral -- wear them. These snapshots of summer appear on dresses, skirts, shorts and blouses. Be creative with mixing subtle ones, or keep it simple by sticking to one pattern per ensemble.


2 A pucker that pops: Take a vacation from the usual pale pinks and crimson lip colors with vibrant, fruity ones (think yummy orange, grape, strawberry and cherry tones). These not-your-everyday shades glossed many models' lips on runways at New York Fashion Week, meaning your smile will not only be flirty and fun, but also on trend.


3 A seasonal scent: Indulge your senses with wafts of magnolia blossoms, jasmine and roses wherever you go with a perfume that marries the aromas of these and other summer fragrances. Just a few spritzes or dabs are all it takes to make a chilly May morning smell like a humid August evening.


4 Eye-catching wedges: Give sandals permission to make a statement. Chunky heels have become canvases for tribal prints, zig-zags, florals and a slew of other geometric shapes sure to make what's on your feet the envy of other fashion fans at the beach.


5 A practical swimsuit: Swimsuits are often worn for more than swimming. Entertaining guests, chasing children, searching for seashells, cleaning the patio and visiting a water park are some other reasons to slip into one, making comfort and coverage key. Try a tankini (two-piece suit with a tank-length top and bikini briefs or boy shorts) or a stylish one-piece (yes, those do exist) with skirted bottom or gathered fabric across the torso -- lifesavers for creating the look of a more slender silhouette.


6 A color-shocker: Rival the sunset with apparel in bold brights. Tangerine, hot pink, sunny buttercup and neons are a few worth incorporating into a wardrobe's color palette for the warm months ahead. Heat up the shock value by combining solids in varying shades, such as yellow and plum or pink and orange. For those hesitant about donning too many hues, balance brights with something neutral, such as a nude pump or a khaki pencil skirt.


7 Tinted moisturizer with SPF: Sunbathe safely with a cream that soothes skin while protecting against UVA and UVB rays. To avoid adding something extra to a repertoire of cosmetics, find one with some color that can double as a foundation.





Naomi Campbell Birthday: Supermodel Turns 42, Style Evolution (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post

1997
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES: Supermodel Naomi Campbell wears a black satin bra and panty with a lace bodice 'femme fatale' robe during the Victoria's Secret 1997 Spring Revelations Fashion Show in New York 04 February. AFP PHOTO/Timothy A. CLARY (Photo credit should read TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP/Getty Images)







Wellington's flourishing fashion scene

New Zealand Herald

The Starfish team has been busy preparing for their show at Wellington Fashion Week later that night, although all seems surprisingly serene for a show that's just hours away - the only sign is someone masking the soles of the heels over in the corner.






Keri Hilson Leads AIDS Walk New York Team

BET

Keri Hilson could be doing anything with her celebrity—partying, shopping, creating nothing but music—but the singer spends her free moments trying to do good. Last year, MTV enlisted Hilson to be the 2012 ambassador for its Staying Alive Foundation, whose mission has been to “encourage, energize, and empower young leaders around the world who are involved in HIV/AIDS awareness, education and prevention campaigns.” One of her missions was to lead the team's AIDS Walk New York that took place last Sunday.

When asked how she was prepping for the walkathon, Hilson said her normal workouts had already been helping her get ready for the five-to-six-mile walk and she'd be wearing Under Armour shoes and clothes with plenty of sunblock underneath her makeup to protect her skin.






Fragrance awards dominated by fashion brands Tom Ford and Gucci

Washington Post

New York — Justin Bieber was honored alongside top fashion names like Tom Ford and Gucci at the Fragrance Foundation's annual Fifi awards for the best perfumes. Tom Ford Violet Blonde was picked as the women's best luxury fragrance, and Gucci Guilty Pour Homme in the same category for men.





Passion for Fashion Gala

Seacoastonline.com

'Well, we said, we should put on a fashion show.'" And what a fashion show it will be. The Laroses' New York City connections will allow them to bring in some of the fashion world's greatest talents for the gala, including "Project Runway" star Austin Scarlett.





Jill Alexander Chosen to Showcase Fall 2012 Collection in New York

MarketWatch (press release)

Full Figured Fashion Week(TM), produced by fashion veteran, Gwen DeVoe, provides a forum for independent plus-size designers, brand executives, bloggers and Internet pundits to exchange ideas and discuss the latest developments in the plus-size world.

Jill Alexander Designs (JAD) creators of high quality clothing for the curvy woman size 12 and above, announced today that it is one of ten independent design houses chosen, nationwide, to unveil its latest collection during Full Figured Fashion Week(TM) in New York, June 13 -- 16.





Kanye West leads in BET nods, Samuel L. Jackson to host

Detroit Free Press

Kanye West performs Nov. 9, 2011, during the Victoria's Secret fashion show in New York. Kanye West leads with seven BET Awards nominations announced on May 22, 2012, in New York. / BRAD BARKET/AP Associated Press NEW YORK — It's a family affair at at the upcoming BET Awards: Kanye West has the most nominations with seven, while his mentor, Jay-Z, earned five, and Jay-Z's wife, Beyoncé, received six.



Jay-Z and West collaborated last year on the album "Watch the Throne." Their songs — "In Paris" and "Otis" — are up for video of the year. Beyoncé has two nominations in that category with "Love on Top" and "Countdown." The fifth nominee is Usher's "Climax."



The nominations were announced Tuesday in New York.



Samuel L. Jackson will host the July 1 award show, which will be held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj will perform.





OO.com & DailyCandy Deals Partner to Give Locals the Ultimate Shopping Crawl

MarketWatch (press release)

NEW YORK, May 23, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- WHAT: An exclusive night of shopping at 25 of the Meatpacking District's best known retailers featuring one-night-only insider savings of up to 30% off. Shoppers get the chance to talk fashion trends with the DailyCandy editors at the Gansevoort Meatpacking during the event. Limited reservations are available. Current participating
stores include: Diane von Furstenberg, Calypso, Rebecca Taylor,
Theory, AllSaints, Solstice, Trina Turk, Scoop NYC and Scoop Men,
Paige, Catherine Malandrino, Exhale Spa, La Perla, Vince, Jay
Godfrey, IRIS, Ted Baker, Tracy Reese, Bond No. 9, Ports
1961, Carlos Miele, and more.



WHEN: Thursday, June 14th 2012

5 - 9 PM

WHERE: 25 stores in Manhattan's chic Meatpacking shopping district.

HOW: RSVP at OO.com/VIPNYC.

Photo:Paul Wetherell

The Future of Armani

Wall Street Journal


Giorgio Armani single-handedly built a billion-dollar brand his own way, but where does his empire go from here?



"Can you just imagine what people were thinking when they knew that Galeotti was in a hospital bed in New York and that he had no chance of survival?" says Armani. "But I had to go on. I had to prepare the show." After presenting his women's collection ...



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Robert Delpire

Delpire & Co.



Planet



Robert Delpire is an exceptional figure in the international photography, design and advertising world. As a publisher, curator, editor, art director and film producer, he has championed the cause of some of the most notable and iconic image makers of the last century. His career began in 1950’s Paris, as a young medical student he was presented with the opportunity to produce the school’s bulletin which led him into the world of image making. Early success transformed his journey and he never looked back. With an innate aesthetic sense and an incisive understanding of design and graphics, he championed the career of many of the world’s master photographers, including Joself Koudelka, William Klein, Duane Michals, Robert Frank, Henri Cartier Bresson, Guy Bourdin, Paolo Roversi and Sarah Moon.



Within a few years he established what became one of the most important graphic design and photography publishing companies of the time: ´Editions Delpire. Early on Delpire published the first monograph of Brassai, and several books with Magnum photographers including Cartier Bresson, who would remain a life long friend and collaborator. In 1958, when an American publisher proved difficult to secure, Delpire published Les Americains, Robert Frank’s radical and sometimes controversial photo essay. An honest depiction of American life, it was widely celebrated and considered one of the most important monographs of the 20th century. He also produced the ground breaking William Klein monographs of Tokyo.

Just in time for Copenhagen Fashion Week: Model of the Week



Mikkel Gregers Jensen

Into fitness, Trentemøller, and his Fixie bike, Mikkel Gregers Jensen, 20, from Copenhagen, is the latest newcomer to nab Model of the Week.





Valhalla BOCES Students Hit Fashion Runway

The Daily Tarrytown

... NY – The flashing of cameras along the runway as spectators cheered and clapped Thursday made the young student designers of Southern Westchester BOCES feel like the Valhalla campus had turned into something out of New York Fashion Week.





USA Network in Partnership With MR PORTER.COM Brings to Life the Stylish World of Its Hit Original Series SUITS


Sacramento Bee

This Multi-Platform Partnership Dubbed SUITS & STYLE Brings the Worlds of Entertainment, Fashion, Technology and Commerce Together Across Multiple Touchpoints in Collaboration with Vanity Fair, The Second Season of SUITS Premieres on Thursday, June 14th.


Fashion Show on The High Line On Tuesday June 12, USA and MR PORTER along with Vanity Fair will host a dynamic, technologically sophisticated live fashion show staged at New York City's famed High Line. Against the backdrop of the Hudson River.




High Performance | K8 Hardy's 'Untitled Runway Show'

New York Times (blog)

This past weekend, as part of the Whitney Biennial, the artist K8 Hardy presented “Untitled Runway Show, 2012,” which was exactly as it sounds, a full-scale live runway show in the museum’s fourth-floor gallery.



The hairstylist Duffy created the swooping, spray-painted hair landscapes, James Kaliardos provided the off-register, overly tan makeup, and Hardy herself designed the collection, a combination of found pieces (or ready-mades in the tradition of Duchamp) like a pair of wide-leg jeans and a shrunken T-shirt, and ornate get-ups that could justifiably be called sculptures, like a dress constructed out of multiple padded bras.



“I want people to think of the entire runway show as a work of art,” Hardy says. “It’s not a fake runway show and it’s not a chance for me to make clothes.” Hardy, who has worked as a stylist and published a fashion zine, FashionFashion, chose her medium this time around as a form of mimicry — by which she means a copy that is not a copy. “It’s a calling out,” she says. “I never cared to have a show just to share my sense of style to the world. I don’t think I would even wear anything in the show. I used every platform having a show gave me to interrupt its normal and largely unquestioned flow.”



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New York seems to be where the fashion is at:

Greenwich Time.com





The 17th annual Greenwich Concours d'Elegance to benefit the AmeriCares international relief organization takes place on June 2 and 3 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich. The show, co-founded by Greenwich residents Bruce Wennerstrom and his wife, the late Genia Wennerstrom, will showcase an array of automobiles, including noted collector Howard Kroplick's custom-built 1937 Chrysler Imperial C-15 Town Car owned by Willlam K. Vanderbilt; a 1971 Tupolev half-boat, half-airplane; an early Stanley Steamer and turn-of-the-century horseless carriages. An auction of rare and imported collector cars, led by London-based auction company, Bonham, will take place on Sunday. For more info, go to www.greenwichcouncours.com. On-site admission is $30 per day, or $45 for both days. Children 12 and under admitted free.



Therese Saint Claire Shop, 23 Lewis St., Greenwich, is packing up this weekend for its move to 96 Greenwich Ave. at the former location of Parfumerie Douglas. The landmark stationery store, owned by Sheila and Rick May will open its doors on Tuesday with plans for a grand opening in September in celebration of the store's 37th anniversary.



Comedian and Greenwich resident Jane Condon served as commencement speaker for the University of New Haven undergraduate ceremony on May 13 along with Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, who spoke to graduate students. Last year Condon spoke at her alma mater, Wellesley (Mass.) College. Condon is recording her first album on June 13 at Carolines on Broadway in New York.



Bedford, N.Y.-based fine artist Jeffrey Terreson will launch a new show at an opening reception at Samuel Owen Gallery on Greenwich Avenue on May 31. More than 16 original oils and mixed media paintings, including large-scale works of interpretive organic abstracts and equestrian subjects, will grace the popular gallery owned by Lee and Cindy Milazzo. In the past year, Terreson had one-man shows in his hometown of Bedford; the Brennen Galleries in Palm Desert, Calif.; the Shanghai Art Fair in China; and the prestigious Hampton Classic. For more info, call the gallery at 203-422-6500.



and lastly:


Designer Ralph Lauren attends the 2009 CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center on June 15, 2009, in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) Photo: Stephen Lovekin, ST / 2009 Getty Images Scene ... Bedford, NY, resident and fashion icon Ralph Lauren was seen engaged in conversation near his signature store on Greenwich Avenue last Saturday afternoon.


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NBA stars, including Heat's LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, scoring fashion ...

Palm Beach Post

Not to be forgotten, Chris Bosh has attended fashion shows in New York. Udonis Haslem no longer wears baggy pants. Just don't get him started on the claim that Wade coaxed the change. "He didn't get me out of that," Haslem says.

Thingoc Le and Bahn Vo

New York Times

Until last year, the bride, 28, worked in Adelaide as the studio manager in charge of production for Liza Emanuele, an Australian fashion designer. The bridegroom, 29, is a chartered accountant and works in New York as an audit manager at KPMG, the accounting firm. He graduated from the University of Adelaide.

Thingoc Cuc Le, a daughter of Tua Thi Tran and Vinh Van Le of Adelaide, Australia, is to be married Sunday in New York to Bahn Dan Vo, a son of Ngoc Lien Banh and Nam Van Vo, also of Adelaide. Kim Kirkley, a minister with the Celebrant Institute, is to officiate at the Ladies’ Pavilion in Central Park.

Getting the hang of lingerie in New York

Sunday Times.lk


Cheynelle Mendis is described as "a pixie of a designer in a strappy yellow dress and sandals" and she is all smiles as she talks about her life living the dream in New York City. As a designer for MAS Design Inc New York, she lives and commutes to work from Manhattan, enough to make any girl green with envy.

Fashion design was not something Cheynelle stumbled upon. From a small age, she knew what she wanted to be. Her grandmother Barbara, a dressmaker, was her inspiration.

Born in Dubai, Cheynelle and her family moved back to Sri Lanka when she was four years old and from then on she lived in the bosom of her family, most often with her grandmother. “I used to watch her design and sew and eventually when I got a little older, I would help her. Growing up in that environment, you could say it was no surprise to anyone when I decided to become a fashion designer,” she says with a laugh.

She schooled at Alethea International, and found it to be a great place to nurture her talent. For her A Levels she chose her subjects with purpose. Chemistry, for a more in-depth knowledge on textiles and dying chemicals (“You’d be surprised how useful that turned out to be,” she adds), Business Studies for obvious reasons, and Computer Science-“For no real reason at all!” she grins.




'Miss WHF 2012 finalists to attend World Fashion Week'

The Borneo Post

Photo by Muhammad Rais Sanusi

Guest-of-honour Tourism Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed that the 10 finalists of the beauty pageant this year would be invited to the United States to experience World Fashion Week in New York in November next year.

In his surprise announcement, the Housing Minister said: “In conjunction with the Asean Fashion Week in September 2012, the World Fashion Organisation has extended 10 air tickets including accommodation to go to New York.

“All these at the expense of the WFO (World Fashion Organisation). They are a lucky lot, this group of finalists this year.”

It is interesting to note that of the 14 finalists this year, eight of them won either top three placing or subsidiary titles.

Nineteen-year-old Magrina Awing George was crowned Miss World Harvest Festival 2012 while 18-year-old Gracia Vicky Chua and 23-year-old Karissa Kara Simon were 1st runner-up and second runner-up respectively. Karissa also won the Miss Photogenic title.

Farahana Zita Joes, 21, won the Miss Beautiful Eyesight subsidiary title and second place in the Miss Talent competition. Twenty-year-old Stephanie Yiap Ai Nee won the Miss Congeniality and Miss SMS Favourite subsidiary titles and also first place in the Miss Talent competition.

Rebekah Livan Balan took the Miss Versatile subsidiary title while Annie Salang won Best Traditional Costumes title.

Helina Sarani Saba took the Miss Best Catwalk title besides the Miss Fitness title.


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http://www.theborneopost.com/2012/05/28/miss-whf-2012-finalists-to-attend-world-fashion-week/#ixzz1wB3to9gU




Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2012 Skinny-legged trousers say goodbye

BusinessWorld Online Edition

A FAVORITE of many visitors at Philippine Fashion Week, the model turnout at the menswear collection this year was sadly disappointing. Expectations were high after L'Oreal flew in models from New York last season, but despite the lower testosterone ...








'Food Network Star' 2012 Week 4 Recap - Eric Lee Leaves Team Bobby
Gather.com

Food Network Star 2012 continued June 3 with week 4 of the new season. The episode featured the remaining finalists as they reinvented dull dishes for New York's Fashion Week. In the end, Eric Lee, who quit his job to compete, found himself the odd man out...>br>




First-Ever Timex® Watch Dress Creates "Moment in Time" on Red Carpet

MarketWatch (press release)

"As a designer, I'm always looking for new materials that I can use in unexpected ways. Using Timex watches in my design has been invigorating," says Mr. Siriano. "I am thrilled to have partnered with such an iconic brand - I never thought I would be designing a dress for Christina Ricci made of working Timex watches - it's genuinely a red carpet 'moment in time.'"


Inspired by the Timex brand's wide range of fashionable and stylish collections, the talented trio worked together to create a dress that fit Ms. Ricci's elegant, yet edgy, style. In fact, they were given more than 1,000 watches to help craft their vision.


Timex fashion watch styles grace the pages of Vogue, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, InStyle and The New York Times Sunday Style, as well as fashion blogs such as What I Wore and My Style Pill. Since Timex offers such a large, on trend selection - from leather strapped oversized watches to delicately jewel-toned oval faced timepieces to links in black, gold and brushed metal - the choices were endless, making it challenging to narrow down which to use.










Kim Kardashian’s wardrobe is now being supervised by boyfriend

Kanye West, sources say



KIM KARDASHIAN is in the midst of a makeover, thanks to her fashion-forward boyfriend. A source close to the bootylicious reality star and her beau Kanye West tells us the hip-hop artiste has been “styling” the 31-year-old future divorcée. West, who has shown his Dw fashion line in Paris, “is helping Kardashian with her fashion choices,” the insider explains. We wonder what Yeezy makes of his girlfriend’s Sears clothing line.





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http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/kanye-west-charge-kim-kardashian-fashion-choices-insiders-article-1.1088540#ixzz1wrAfm7s7




Miss Rhode Island USA Crowned Miss USA 2012

Sacramento Bee

By The Miss Universe Organization LAS VEGAS, June 3, 2012 -- /PRNewswire/ -- This evening, during one of the year's most watched live television events, a star-studded panel of judges chose Miss Rhode Island USA, Olivia Culpo, as Miss USA 2012. "Watch What Happens: Live" host and executive producer Andy Cohen and "E! News" co-anchor Giuliana Rancic returned as hosts of the 61st Annual MISS USA® Competition from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in one of the world's most electrifying cities, Las Vegas. Kelly Osbourne of E!'s "Fashion Police" and Jeannie Mai of Style Network's "How Do I Look?," were also on hand providing color commentary throughout the LIVE telecast.


Olivia Culpo is a 19 year-old from Cranson, Rhode Island and is a sophomore at Boston University where she has made the Dean's List every semester. She grew up in a musical environment. Culpo has played cello for 13 years, sings, and plays the piano. As a cellist, Olivia won seats in Boston Symphony Hall and New York's famed Carnegie Hall.


The judging panel for the 2012 MISS USA® Competition included: Cat Cora, Chef, Philanthropist, Author and Co-Host of Bravo's Around the World in 80 Plates; Ali Fedotowsky, Host of NBC TV's "First Look" and Former Bachelorette; Arsenio Hall, Late Night Legend and Celebrity Apprentice Winner; Marilu Henner, New York Time Best-Selling Author, Actress, and Producer; Joe Jonas, Actor and Grammy Nominated Musician; Rob Kardashian, TV Personality and Entrepreneur; George Kotsiopoulos, Co-Host of E! "Fashion Police;" and Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe 2008,


First Runner Up: Miss Maryland USA, Nana Meriwether, will assume the duties of Miss USA 2012 if the titleholder is named Miss Universe 2012 or if for some reason Miss USA cannot fulfill her duties.

Second Runner Up: Miss Ohio USA, Audrey Bolte


Rest of Top Five: Miss Georgia USA, Jasmyn "Jazz" Wilkins Miss Nevada USA, Jade Kelsall


Rest of Top Ten: Miss Alabama USA, Katherine Webb Miss Oklahoma USA, Lauren Lundeen Miss Texas USA, Brittany Booker Miss Colorado USA,
Marybel Gonzalez Miss New Jersey USA, Michelle Leonardo


Rest of Top Sixteen: Miss Tennessee USA, Jessica Hibler
Miss Michigan USA, Kristin Danyal Miss Louisiana USA, Erin Edmiston Miss Maine USA, Rani Williamson Miss South Carolina USA, Erika Powell Miss Arkansas USA, Kelsey Dow [Winner of the Fan Vote]


MISS PHOTOGENIC USA™ Award: Miss Oregon USA, Alaina Bergsma. A blue ribbon panel selected the delegate who exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize.


MISS CONGENIALITY USA™ Award: Miss Iowa USA, Rebecca Hodge. The award reflects the respect and admiration of the contestant's peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize.


Read more here: http://www.sacbee.com/2012/06/03/4535691/miss-rhode-island-usa-crowned.html#storylink=cpy








Actress & superstar get's married

DRew Barrymore was married over the weekend to her longtime boyfriend Will Kopelmanin a family & friends only wedding ceremony at her home in in Montecito (Calif).
Drew has been acting Since she was six years (remember Firestarter?) This is Drew's third marriage, and she is reportedly pregnant with the couple's first child.







Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen win top fashion prize at CFDA awards night




From left to right: Model Joan Smalls,Mary-Kate Olsen

and Ashley Olsen,and Kyra Sedgwick attend 2012

CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall on June 4

in New York City.


(Council of Fashion Designers of America turned 50 this year.)

Fashions biggest stars shine at CFDA awards night

New York Daily News

Larry Busacca/Getty Images "Mad Men" sex kitten Jessica Pare attends the 2012 CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall on June 4 in New York City. The Council of Fashion Designers of America turned 50 this year.


Bankruptcy or no bankruptcy, designer Betsey Johnson still came ready to party at Monday night’s CFDA awards.

The kooky designer, who filed for Chapter 11 protection in April, held a water bottle filled with champagne — because she “needs it to get through these sort of events,” she told the Daily News.
Others brought more boring accessories: There was Vogue editrix Anna Wintour sporting her signature shades, and former kid star turned fashion maven Mary-Kate Olsen, now a brunette, smoking a cigarette.
Others brought more interesting ones: J.Crew creative director Jenna Lyons walked down the red carpet with Solange Knowles.



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http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/fashion/fashions-biggest-stars-shine-cfda-awards-night-article-1.1089955#ixzz1wwikMsmA





Fantasy Lingerie Hosts NYC Fashion Show

AVN News (press release)

LOS ANGELES—Fantasy Lingerie debuted a game-changing design direction at the company's first-ever international fashion show in midtown Manhattan this month. The ultra-chic event showcased elegant brassiere, corset and club wear collections on the bodies of internationally recognized runway models who showed the NYC fashion elite that Fantasies DO come true.





Columbia Style Week begins

The State

5 pm Saturday, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln St.: The Metropolitan Lounge will be followed by the 7 pm show. Charlotte designer Luis Machicao, who showed his fall/winter collection at New York Fashion Week, headlines.






Paris Hilton in NYC; arrives at court settlement talks in striking fashion

Examiner.com

Paris Hilton might be going to settle a dispute at a New York City courthouse, but she looked like she was rocking a fashion show. The reality star was Paris Hilton might be going to settle a dispute at a New York City courthouse, but she looked like she was rocking a fashion show. The reality star was photographed on Monday walking into a New York courthouse and she was showing off the threads


Paris Hilton is in court over a dispute stemming from an alleged failed business deal with Italian lingerie company Le Bonitas and the outcome of the dispute looked to be an agreement that both sides can live with. On Monday the parties came together for closed-door settlement talks, the first step in resolving such a high profile case




Behind the Bentley: Hilfiger savors his busy days

Charlotte Observer






(AP Photo/Charles Sykes)

Hilfiger has been in the fashion business for more than 40 years, starting at a little denim shop in Elmira, N.Y., and now at the helm of a brand that's one of the most recognizable in the world. This spring, he added “American Idol” style adviser to his resume. His peers at the Council of Fashion Designers of America honored him Monday night with a lifetime achievement award.




NEW YORK When you wake up as Tommy Hilfiger, the day's possibilities are almost endless.

Maybe you'll be jetting off to Paris or Hong Kong on business, or to the lovely island of Mystique for pleasure. Really, if he wanted to, he could just sit in his superluxe apartment at The Plaza Hotel overlooking Central Park, arranging the dozens of upward facing pencils that sit on his desk in the library.

That's not the Hilfiger way, though. He likes to work. He wants to work.


Read more here:

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2012/06/06/3296909/behind-the-bentley-hilfiger-savors.html#storylink=cpy




Mr Porter, USA Network's 'Suits' Team Up for Digital Fashion Experience

Mashable

Men's retailer MrPorter.com and USA Network are hosting what they promise will be a “dynamic, technologically sophisticated” live fashion show at New York City's High Line park on Tuesday, June 12. The show, set against a 60-foot LED backdrop and a a view of the Hudson River, will feature around 35 looks inspired by USA’s TV drama series Suits and chosen by the fashion team at Mr Porter, says Alexandra Shapiro, EVP of marketing and digital at USA. Instaprint stations will be set up around the event, which will automatically print Instagram photos taken on site with the hashtag #SuitsStyle.

A pop-up shop will be in operation nearby at 72 Ganesvoort Street from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET between June 9 and 17. There, visitors will be able to draft “uptown” and “downtown” looks using Microsoft Surface Tabletops on a Samsung SUR40, which they can save, share and purchase through iPads in consultation with an on-site style associate. Grooming services, a barista, shoeshines and previews of the next season of Suits will be wrapped into the store environment.





NYC to host four, maybe five, major sporting events on Saturday

SI.com

Finance, fashion, theater. And this Saturday, sports can claim a spot on that list. Fans around the world will be focused on the New York metropolitan area as it hosts at least four and maybe five major events: the Belmont Stakes, featuring I'll Have Another's bid for the first Triple Crown in 34 years; a world-class track and field meet, the Adidas Grand Prix, at Icahn Stadium; an exhibition soccer match between two of the game's great rivals; a regular-season matchup between the city's two baseball teams, the Mets and Yankees; and, Game 5 of the Stanley Cup finals between the New Jersey Devils and Los Angeles Kings.



Read more: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/more/news/20120606/new-york-city-center-of-sports/#ixzz1x7gus6lo





Clothes Encounters | The Deste Fashion Collection at Barneys

New York Times (blog)

“It's hard to mix fashion and art,” Helmut Lang said at the party to unveil the new window installations at Barneys New York in Midtown. An artist and a former fashion designer, Lang knows of which he speaks. But last night fashion and art went down
exceedingly well together, thanks in large part to the evening’s mix masters: Dennis Freedman, Barneys’ creative director, and the Greek art collector Dakis Joannou, the founder of the Deste Foundation of Contemporary Art, who presented works from his destefashioncollection, including a giant portrait of Yves Saint Laurent by the photographer Juergen Teller, a multimedia ensemble featuring a Viktor & Rolf asymmetrical tulle evening gown and a computer printer by the poet Patrizia Cavalli, as well as Lang’s minimalist commentary on the politics of fashion, “Front Row.”





Paltrow walks you through her favorite New York locations

Houston Chronicle

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 07: Gwyneth Paltrow attends the 'Louis Vuitton - Marc Jacobs: The Exhibition' photocall as part of Paris Fashion Week at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs on March 7, 2012 in Paris, France. Available for: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad

What it does: Brings in-the-know celebrity travel to everyday plebeians. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow (and her people) have designed a mobile travel guide based on Goop, her lifestyle website and its GO newsletter. It comes with a "What's Near Me" Google map with directions to her listings.

Cost: $3.99

What's hot: The three-minute video of Paltrow walking you through some of her favorite boutique clothing shops, restaurants, gift shops and art galleries in New York, where she grew up. The interface is clean and easy to use. London and Los Angeles are coming.


See all stories on this topic:

http://www.chron.com/life/article/Paltrow-walks-you-through-her-favorite-New-York-3614631.php




UWS Community Board Wants Fashion Week Out, Out, Out

Gothamist

And the terms for those events, despite being on public property, are not easy to come by. But, for a sense of the money: according to Geoffrey Croft of NYC Park Advocates, Fashion Week alone will pay $17.2 million over five years to use the park.
'Anna Wintour better watch out', the locals are getting restless! Since the last Fashion Week came to a close neighbors near Lincoln Center have been quite vocal about their displeasure with the way the semiannual event treats Damrosch Park, the space behind Lincoln Center where FW moved after leaving Bryant Park in 2010. Yesterday they upped the ante. DNAinfo reports that last night Community Board 7 voted 33-4 to "push Mayor Michael Bloomberg and the Parks Department to find a new permanent site for Fashion Week and to consult the board on any future agreements with Lincoln Center about its use."


The core of the neighbor's issue is the way the park appears during the all-to-brief times when the Fashion Week tents and other events aren't up, which, according to CB7 member Elizabeth Starkey "looks like after a bomb hit." Making matters worse is the fact that the 56 trees in the park which the Parks Department tore down in 2010 are still gone, making it an unpleasant place if you want a bit of shade.


Of course, the Community Board's vote doesn't really have much weight here, but pressure never hurt anyone. The 2.44-acre green space was leased to Lincoln Center in 2010 under a 10-year contract which allows them to sublease it for private events. And the terms for those events, despite being on public property, are not easy to come by. But, for a sense of the money: according to Geoffrey Croft of NYC Park Advocates, Fashion Week alone will pay $17.2 million over five years to use the park.



Considering the fact that Fashion Week alone is estimated to bring in $865 million in economic activity a year, we highly doubt it'll be going anywhere anytime soon. But at least neighbors are letting their feelings be known and letting some steam out?


The mayors office did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the Community Board's resolution.



Contact the author of this article or email tips@gothamist.com with further questions, comments or tips





NYC's Browse & Pick Slash Their Ticket Prices in Half for Their Upcoming ...

Danbury News Times

To ensure a greater audience gets to experience their high quality swaps, they announce their decision to reduce tickets prices by 50% in efforts to draw a sell out during their July 14th fashion swap. Saturday June 2 marked the debut of Browse & Pick. Saturday June 2 marked the debut of Browse & Pick fashion swaps in the Dumbo section of Brooklyn. Swappers who came out to the event reported on having a wonderful experience. One group of fashionistas said “We have been in many clothing swaps in the city, but this one is by far the best we have ever been to.” This is the promise being made by co-founders David and Ann Badillo, to create a fashion swap experience that stands for high quality. “We are out to present the experience of clothing swaps in a way it has never been done before and last Saturday was just the beginning of our vision, for our next swap we want to draw massive traffic to experience this phenomenon,” said David Badillo



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http://www.newstimes.com/business/press-releases/article/NYC-s-Browse-Pick-Slash-Their-Ticket-Prices-3612949.php#ixzz1x7uyfemL










Ruth Manso, New Fashion Designer to Keep an eye on

GhanaWeb

Her mother is from the Ivory Coast, father from Ghana, was born in Ivory Coast but raised in the Bronx, New York. Height does not matter when it comes to designing clothes as compared to top supermodels walking the runway at the New York Fashion week.3G Media continues to unearth future stars with hidden talents from our community who will one day take the world by storm and also become community leaders. On this note, we are introducing Ruth Manso, a new fashion designer from New York to the world of fashion and glamour.

Manso is keen on merging contemporary fashion trends with traditional African fashion in an effort to bridge both cultures. She is the brain behind the label, RM Designs by Mansoar. Her mother is from the Ivory Coast, father from Ghana, was born in Ivory Coast but raised in the Bronx, New York.





two-toast night

New York Post

From "Page-6" (the official news fashion page) Fergie was the toast of the amfAR gala Thursday — but it was the singer leading the toasts at the unofficial after-party, the birthday soiree for her friend and agent Sean Patterson. Fergie was honored at amfAR for her work in the fight against AIDS, and she went all-out at the auction, bidding $29,000 for a “Marc Jacobs experience,” which includes front-row seats to his New York Fashion Week presentation and a $10,000 shopping spree.


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http://www.nypost.com/p/pagesix/fergie_in_two_toast_night_PE8GsXPxJ5bwwPxK33YlFP#ixzz1xPDiywYN





Street Style: SJP Shows Some Leg In New York

MyDaily UK

Talk about a fashion risk. 18th Annual American Fashion Awards, 1999, New York SJP showed off her amazing legs in this utility-inspired outfit consisting of a satin corset, micro shorts and black heels back in 1999. 52nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, ...





Kevin Farrelly, Stephen Klein

New York Times

Mr. Klein, 59, assists older New Yorkers. He graduated from Hunter College and received an associate degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology. He is a son of Anne B. Klein of Oceanside, NY, and the late Simon W. Klein.





OASAP's New Logo: A Windmill Is Rotating the Street Fashion

San Francisco Chronicle (press release)

The international women's online fashion brand OASAP will unveil its new logo in late June, to highlight its fashion trend. New York (PRWEB) June 09, 2012 After a few months of development, OASAP announced today that it will be updating the logo.





Leighton Meester: Pretty Baby

Philippine Star

With a fleeting a conversation with Ricky Lo of the Phillipine Star, Leighton flew in from last week of May (the 25th) in time for the Penshoppe's Philippine Fashion Week event the next day and left barely 48 hours later as quietly as she came. Conversations did a free-wheeling one-on-one with her at the presidential suite of Manila Peninsula where she, like Ian the week before, was billeted.

Asked how she felt about her first visit to the Philippines, Leighton smiled, hardly showing any signs of jetlag even after a long haul from the US, “I’ve been looking forward to this visit. My best friend is a Filipino. She and her mom have been telling me interesting things about the Philippines. It’s hot here but I like the weather.”








Fashion BID seeks a new label for itself


A changing district wants distance from its garmento past.

Crain's New York Business

By Adrianne Pasquarelli @SheLikesToShop



The NY Fashion District Landmark - Photo by: Buck Ennis


The Fashion Center Business Improvement District has worn its name proudly for nearly two decades. Yet come 2013, a wardrobe change of sorts will take place. As designers exit the garment center, replaced by new tenants including hoteliers and visual arts firms, the BID has decided that it's time for a new name, symbolically signaling an end to the era of buttons, needles and thread.

The BID, which was formed as a management association in 1993, recently started the process of rebranding itself, playing up strengths like its midtown location and proximity to three transportation hubs in order to attract fresh office tenants and more vibrant retailers. The reinvention will include a new name and marketing strategy.





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http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20120610/RETAIL_APPAREL/306109977#ixzz1xUyVdXA1

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Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost

of Cheap Fashion - by Elizabeth L Cline


Dressed to destroy: A skeptical look at cheap fashion

Los Angeles Times

Elizabeth L. Cline goes for the jugular straight away in this exploration of the consumer love affair with cheap clothing.

"Fashion," she writes, "largely deserves its bad reputation. It's now a powerful, trillion-dollar global industry that has too much influence over our pocketbooks, self-image and storage spaces. It behaves with embarrassingly little regard for the environment or human rights."


In her new book, "Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion," Cline begins with a mea culpa. A New York journalist, she reveals that she too was once one of those naughty consumers who snapped up multiple pairs of badly made $7 shoes because they were cheap.



Read story here:

http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-books-20120610,0,5147227.story











LET'S TALK ABOUT Miami...



Getting a Little TAudrey

by Katherine McPherson




Since its inception in 2009, the Miami-based jewelry line TAudrey (pronounced taud-rey), has been adorning the necks, wrists and hands of fashionistas in the know. Inspired by the classic movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s, staring the impossibly chic Audrey Hepburn, TAudrey founder Tiffany Ortiz made the iconic style maven the namesake of her line because, as she puts it, “The TAudrey woman commits only to one thing: dressing to the 'T' in every occasion."

Ortiz’s vision for TAudrey is jewelry that makes a statement. She creates pieces for busy woman who still make time to look their best. “I am inspired by career woman and women on the go, who make it a point to still look pulled together even if they only had five minutes to get ready,” she says. “I wanted my line to be a woman’s go-to accessories where you can just throw on a few pieces and [they] instantly complete an outfit.” She also makes sure her jewelry is comfortable to wear. “All my pieces are lightweight. You can wear them for hours and not feel uncomfortable.”

What drew Ortiz to jewelry was a love for accessories and layering. “In Miami, you have to get creative with layering. It’s usually too hot to layer with clothing, so you have to play with accessories.” Says Ortiz.

“I’ve also always been a really hands-on person and loved metals and creating things by hand.” She primarily works with gold fill because it carries a higher percentage of the metal, upkeeps very well and helps with keeping price-points moderate, which was important to Ortiz. She also plays with a lot of mother of pearl, an ode to her Audrey Hepburn inspirations.





Moore than Meets the Eye

by Ewa Josefsson

After days of rain, the folks who attended the Isabel Toledo show at The Moore Building on Wednesday seemed to echo what was going on outside, and wore a pallet of whites, blacks and greys. Still, they managed to channel the artistic playfulness we love ...



See more here:

http://miamifashionblog.com/search/tags/People%20Watching





Marketeers

by Ewa Josefsson

Jewelry designer Nektar de Stagni and stylist Danny Santiago's late summer pop-up shop in the Design District sadly closed last week. Not only was it a great place to snag a Balmain leopard coat in pony hair, it also served as a perfect perch for people ...





Doing It Well

by Ria Michell

It’s all-too easy (and tempting) to throw on a tank top, shorts and flip flops and call yourself "dressed." But go that extra mile, and you will get noticed, noticed, noticed! And you'll feel damn good in the process. Not sure what to wear now that the ...





Girls + Shoes = Fun!

by Ria Michelle

What woman doesn’t love shoes? Shoe designer Brian Atwood’s response: "I haven’t met one yet." Miami's shoe lovers came out in droves to Saks Fifth Avenue at Bal Harbour Shops to meet the famed shoe designer, chat with friends over cocktails, and of ...







BREAKING NEWS: 6/17

News for all:For all:The Democatization of Fashion Week has begun! (Thank fashion week live streams for that.)

Continuum



Fashion week live streams for New York, Paris, London, Hong Kong and beyond! We’re going to traveling all over the world, much like a voyager, to bring you the skinny on the world’s most exciting and exclusive fashion events!





As you get to each Fashion event, go here:

http://fashionweeklivestream.com/fashionshows/uncategorized

(For Fashion reports and live streaming)







Story by:Full Figured Fashion Week NYC 2012
The official blog of South Beach Swimwsuits

Posted on June 14, 2012



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I’m so excited to announce that Full Figure Fashion Week is back! This NYC event is going on it’s 4th year. The official start was Wed. and here at Life’s a Beach we’ll be keeping you posted on all the happenings. If you live in or near NYC, we suggest stopping by Bloomingdale’s {1000 Third Avenue @59th Street } tonight for a runway shows will include Michael Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Elie Tahari, Jones New York, and Eileen Fisher. Extra bonus, admission is free! Afterwards stop by District 36 {29 W. 36th Street} for their Curves, Connections & Cocktails Event. {Must buy tickets in advance for this} .





Fashion News We’re Reading Now

Iris Apfel and Tavi Gevinson weighed in on style, taste and age in front of an audience at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Go behind the scenes of all the latest London Men’s Fashion Week shows; and read Eric Wilson’s reports on the runways across the pond.

Geer up for Milan Men’s Fashion Week, and take a look at last years shows and all their glory.

In Hint magazine’s video interview with Stephen Jones, milliner extraordinaire, Mr. Jones reveals what his most challenging creation would be.


Elle Accessories is on its way back to newsstands.


A campaign to promote Justin Bieber’s Girlfriend, a new women’s fragrance, will include print ads but will focus on social media like Tumblr and Twitter.
Hermès International brings out the boxing gloves while defending against counterfeit Birkin bags.
Thought you saw the last of ombré? Prada’s fall campaign says it’s here to stay.

There’s Bieber buzz, we can just smell it. Justin Bieber’s new fragrance, Girlfriend, is now in stores. (Backstory)
It looks as if America has finally had its share of hipsters, according to Google search data.





PHOTO BY DARRYL REECE





Designer Maria Cornejo on Her New Show With Artist Alice Waese ...

Hollywood Reporter

Zero Maria Cornejo is one line of clothes out of New York that is an insiders' fashion brand, and her New York fashion week runway shows always prove that, as they are attended by editors at the highest levels of the fashion business. Her clothes are always comfortable and chic, go from day to night with a quick change of shoes or jewelry and have an avant-garde city cool-girl edge that's sophisticated without hitting that "arty" line too hard. In other words, they're rather perfect. Her pants, sweaters and leather jackets have amazing fit and and a little twis,- and her dresses achieve the impossible trifecta: They're sexy and comfortable and interesting. All this, and her prices are much better than most designer clothes, but the quality doesn't suffer. No wonder smart women love her.


Designer Maria Cornejo to Hold L.A. Event This Week


Cornejo has a longtime small West Village boutique at Greenwich and Jane, but her eponymous Melrose Place space is many times the size and has the airy feeling of an art gallery. That's why she decided to host a small art gathering for her friend, former employee and present artist Alice Waese, from New York City, who creates art out of metal, silver and paper. Cornejo doesn't get to L.A. often as she's busy creating nine collections a year (two for men, the rest for women, but then there's shoes, handbags, belts and knitwear), but when she did recently, The Hollywood Reporter sat down with her to pick her considerable brain.





BREAKING NEWS
Fashion Week Producers Take Their search to the internet

Virtual-Strategy Magazine

Nolcha and GotCast.com are conducting an interactive fashion-model search, where ... will be selected for an exclusive booking during New York Fashion Week. Nolcha and GotCast.com are conducting an interactive fashion-model search, where one person from across the country will be selected for an exclusive booking during New York Fashion Week.



Models from across the country have an unprecedented opportunity to book a once-in-a-lifetime fashion modeling gig during the most popular fashion event of the year - New York Fashion Week. By participating in an interactive, online casting call, fashion models are able to get in front of Fashion Week producers that will ultimately select at least one person to rock the runway at 2012 Nolcha Fashion Week.



Official Link: FashionWeekCasting.com



Booking Details:



• A Runway Model Booking

• Professional Hair, Wardrobe and Styling from Fashion Experts

• Fashion Photoshoot Booking

• High-res Photos from Bookings

• $1500 in Travel Vouchers from Southwest Airlines

• $500 in Visa Gift Cards



To Read More, go here:

http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2012/06/19/fashion-week-producers-take-their-search-new-runway-model-internet




Press releaes Designers:

NYC Fashion Runway Presents: Fashion So Hot It Will Make Your ...

Global Fashion Wire (press release)

Imagine the expenses an established designer accumulates when putting on a show at Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week or one of the other fashion New York, June 20, 2012 (Global Fashion Wire) - NYC Fashion Runway makes fashion dreams come true in New York City! NYC Fashion Runway gives classic, up-and-coming and emerging fashion designers a chance to showcase their collections in the public domain, offering unique runway, press and brand opportunities
.

Models: $5,000. Runway photographer: $2,000. Makeup and hair: $2,000. Live entertainment: $ 1,000. DJ: $1,000. That is just the budget for an emerging designer.


Imagine the expenses an established designer accumulates when putting on a show at Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week or one of the other fashion weeks.


We have a better idea: NYC Fashion Runway - it's affordable, gets you media attention and buyers and has shows all year round



For more info go here:

http://www.globalfashionwire.com/press/en/64001/NYC_Fashion_Runway_Presents:_Fashion_So_Hot_It_Will_Make_Your_Eyes_Bleed_(in_a_good_way)_Friday_29_June_Copocabana.html






A Changing of the Guard

New York Times

ROMAIN BRAU, a founder of the avant-garde-and-beyond Antwerp store RA, where the most mainstream designer on the menu may be the Belgian conceptualist Walter Van Beirendonck, depends on creativity and young talent to lure the most curious of shoppers. London is often the place where he finds them.


“London is the best,” Mr. Brau said. “They have the structure and the sponsors to push those kids up.”
During a four-day fashion event that ended here on Sunday, dedicated for the first time to the city’s men’s wear designers, it was hard to miss Mr. Brau, a tall, slender, shaggy man wearing a chubby teal knit fur jacket over a sheer, bead-trimmed tunic and white long johns, which were tucked into his boots. On his head loomed a large bird, a tiara made of glittering sprays of peacock feathers, which he had to hold down to keep it from fluttering away in the breeze as he walked.

Eccentricity is common in fashion. And London, with its prestigious design schools and reputation for producing figures of enormous creativity like Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen, embraces individuality more than other fashion capitals.


So it was somewhat of a surprise that many of the young designers showing here this week offered a vision that was, to say the least, conventionally safe, either rooted in strict tailoring or the animated prints and neon sportswear of the 1980s. Rather than a rebellion, they gave us shorts, and quite a few varieties of them.

A little rebellion would have been welcome, though it goes to show just how much London has changed from the days of Ms. Westwood’s incendiary, royalty-snubbing collaborations with Malcolm McLaren, under the Sex label, that she was among the designers who attended an opening reception last week at St. James’s Palace, hobnobbing with Prince Charles himself.

“Somebody suggested I might even be an icon of fashion,” the prince said at the party. “It’s taken me 64 bleeding years.”



Read more of the story here:

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/21/fashion/at-mens-fashion-week-in-london-a-changing-of-the-guard.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all






Death of young Philadelphia model Vanessa Watson exposes pervasiveness of domestic violence

Philadelphia Inquirer

Jenice Armstrong







Vanessa Watson was slain by her boyfriend,

who then killed himself, in January.



Vanessa Watson was slain by her boyfriend, who then killed himself, in January.



AT ONLY AROUND 5 feet 6 inches tall, Vanessa Watson wasn't standard model height, but she once boasted that she walked as if she were 6 feet tall.

Strikingly attractive with a chameleonlike appeal, Watson managed to get work at Philly Fashion Week, on BET's "Rip the Runway," and for the Nelli Millard's show at New York's Fashion Week. And if Watson was still far from supermodel status, "Ms. Banks DoDat" — as she was called on Facebook and Twitter — was, as they say, on the come up.

"DoDat" was a reference to her go-getter ways. At 26, Watson, whose professional name was Vanessa Banks, had earned enough to purchase a three-story, five-bedroom, two-bathroom home in North Philly near Broad and Erie. Family was important to her, so — along with her own three kids — she moved in her younger sister and family. She also let her boyfriend, Louis McCrae, move in.





Supermodel speaks out against coal, support new regulations

FuelFix (blog)

Supermodel Elle Macpherson is speaking out against a proposed bill that would cripple recently released mercury and air toxics standards.

In a guest column on CNN.com, the model, who has also done work with the Sierra Club, said it is unacceptable that “these landmark protections are under attack in Congress.”

“It has taken decades to finally get clean-air protections from mercury in place,” she wrote. “We can’t let Congress overturn them.”


The Senate is set to vote today on a resolution by Sen. James Inhofe, R-Okla., that would kill new Environmental protection Agency rules aimed at curbing emissions of mercury and other air toxins from coal-fired power plants.

Inhofe said the new regulations would kill jobs and threaten the reliability of the power grid.

Macpherson, however, disagrees with those assertions.

The mother of two said the regulations are necessary to protect children and the general public from toxic chemicals that officials have said can impair child development and cause asthma attacks.


“Congress has the opportunity to be a part of the solution,” she wrote. “It can protect our children’s health and our air and water. There’s no more important job than that.”

Republicans and industry officials have vigorously fought the mercury emission rules and proposed cross-state air pollution rules, claiming the two regulations could threaten the reliability of the power grid and cause companies to cut jobs.

Several companies, including Dallas-based Luminant, have threatened to shutdown or idle coal-fired plants because of the upcoming regulations.









Women’s Concealed Carry Holster Fashion Show



Packing Pretty To Host New York Charity Holster Fashion Show

AmmoLand.com (press release)

Grace McKee, Editor in Chief of the popular female firearms blog, Packing Pretty, has been selected as Fashion Show Host for the 1st Annual Women's Concealed Carry Holster Fashion Show in Hudson, New York, on July 21, 2012.

The purpose of this event is to educate, empower, and enable women to be safe and responsible firearm owners. With the rise of female gun owners, it’s important that women be made aware of their options for carry, as well as be educated on how to safely implement these options. There will be demonstrations on drawing safely, speeches by special guests, vendors, and a gun raffle. Dinner will also be available.

Featured guests will include contestants from the History Channel’s popular series Top Shot, as well as other big names in the shooting industry.


The event is organized by Trish Cutler and sponsored by Tri-Village Rod and Gun Club. Profits from the event will be donated to crime victims through “The Reach Center”.

Advance ticket sale – $25 ($30 at the door). Seats are limited.

About Grace McKee:

Clark County, Washington resident Grace McKee is a 24 year old NRA Range Safety Officer and Certified Firearms Instructor. In addition to teaching, she also serves on the Board of Directors of the Clatskanie Rifle & Pistol Club in Clatskanie, Oregon. Grace and her website packingpretty.com have been featured on the Cam & Company radio show and the Lars Larson radio show, as well as Women’s Outdoor News.

About Packing Pretty:

Packing Pretty is a rapidly growing website, founded by Grace McKee, dedicated to Women’s Self Defense and Personal Protection covering several topics ranging from the defensive mindset to the use and selection of firearm.




Read more at Ammoland.com:

http://www.ammoland.com/2012/06/21/womens-concealed-carry-holster-fashion-show/#ixzz1yYE6o2I7






Full Figured Fashion Week sets standard for industry

Examiner.com

New York's annual Full Figured Fashion Week, a four-day fashion extravaganza, just completed another successful year. Thanks to an inspiring woman named Gwen DeVoe this fashion event has become one of the most highly anticipated weeks of the year.


The events have raised the bar and set the standards for plus-size fashions. The fashion industry has come a long way from flaunting waif-like clothing on waif-like models strutting runways for years. When more than half of the population of women proudly wears size 12 and up, they will happily spend their hard earned money on clothing that fits their beautiful curves as well as brings out their inner diva.


The week featured activities such as sunset cruises, showcases, shopping events, panel discussions, parties and the most highly anticipated – the runway show. The week not only focuses on the hottest plus-size fashions this year, but also allows retailers, boutique owners and entrepreneurs who are considering starting and operating a business in the industry, a chance to combine their resources and talents in a high energy environment that rivals other Fashion Weeks. Capping off the week, the 2012 FFFWeek Industry Awards Show honored and supported the industry’s leaders






Candice Swanepoel – The South African Angel | FashionTV’s Model of the Week

FashionTV.com

She was born in a tiny South African province and recently climbed all the way to the top of the fashion world. Her modeling career is a story of many successes and her sweet looks and figure make us want to see more from this bombshell. Candice Swanepoel is our Model of the Week.

At fifteen, South African beauty Candice Swanepoel, was scouted while shopping in a local flea market. Little did she know that this shopping spree back in 2003 would change Swanepoel’s ordinary life into a rollercoaster of catwalks, fashion magazine covers, ad campaigns and a lot of attention from the fashion industry.

One year later, sixteen year old Swanepoel was earning approximately 5,000 Euros for a day’s work. Nowadays, she has become one of the world’s most successful models and was recently ranked in 10th place on Forbes’ list of highest paid models in the world, with earnings of about 3.1 million dollars.



Rocking the Runway



Candice Swanepoel’s debut was at the 2006 Tommy Hilfiger Spring Fashion Show in New York. That same season she walked for Dolce & Gabbana during Milan Fashion Week. Swanepoel left a lasting impression and during the Fall of 2006, she walked for some of the best brands such as Betsey Johnson, Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti, Heatherette and more.

Spring of 2007 was a great season for Swanepoel once again. She walked for Diane von Furstenberg, Trace Reese, Rock & Republic and Nanette Lepore during New York Fashion Week
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Models applaud Niger fashion designer Alphadi -- shown

holding the Senegalese flag

Dakar: 'Capital of Franco-African fashion'

CNN

It may not have the allure of Paris or New York but Dakar in Senegal is quickly making a name for itself as a force to be reckoned with in the fashion stakes.

The 10th annual Dakar Fashion Week wrapped on Sunday, attracting an international audience to its showcase of African collections.

A decade after Senegalese designer Adama Ndiaye launched the first show, Dakar has now earned itself the unique title of being the capital of Franco-African fashion.

It's an important milestone for a country few would associate with high-end fashion.


The 10th annual Dakar Fashion Week wrapped on Sunday, attracting an international audience to its showcase of African collections.


A decade after Senegalese designer Adama Ndiaye launched the first show, Dakar has now earned itself the unique title of being the capital of Franco-African fashion.

It's an important milestone for a country few would associate with high-end fashion.


Arise Magazine Fashion Week 2012 comes toAfrica's Victorian ladies


Fashion analyst Helen Jennings says this year's event, attended by the "godfather of African fashion" Alphadi, cemented Dakar's reputation.

Jennings, the editor of Arise, a London-based African fashion magazine, pointed to the important differences between English and French-inspired fashion on the continent.

"Anglophone Africa is much more westernized on the whole and therefore gets more international attention. While Francophone designers, although still very contemporary, do veer toward more traditional styles, especially the Senegalese boubou and north African kaftan.


"It made for a refreshing change to see these influences on the catwalk."

However, she added that Dakar was by no means the capital of African fashion: "Without a doubt those capitals are Nigeria (host of Arise Magazine Fashion week) and South Africa (which runs Africa Fashion Week)."



Watch: African street fashion



The African fashion industry's growth in recent years is part of a wider economic boom on the continent, says Jennings.



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Bizarre ensembles at NY Fashion Week

San Francisco Chronicle



Photo: Stan Honda, AFP/Getty Images / SF




A models presents an outfit during the Marc Jacobs show February 13, 2012 at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA





**My first thought is that"Something has gone horribly wrong; but my next thought was that even in that ensemble: in Fashion, there is always a match!






LA TV Show Offering Trips to Fashion Week in NY Be Part of Lives of Style's Show

Examiner.com

Lives of Style TV-which airs in Los Angeles and San Francisco-and highlights the "best of the best" fashion, style & lifestyle in the world, is expanding beyond LA and San Francisco into new markets and reaching out to LA audiences to be part of the show and help it grow. The campaign-which includes trips to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, opportunities to be on set, on the red carpet and on location with stars and designers, begins 12:01am on 29 June and lasts for 30 days.


Lives of Style features up-close and personal visits with hundreds of celebrities-a veritable "who's who" of famous movie, TV and recording stars--from Johnny Depp, Halle Berry, Cameron Diaz, Eva Longoria, Christina Aguilera, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Clint Eastwood, Robert Pattinson, Kristin Stewart, Fergie, Piers Morgan, Jay Leno, Sofia Vergara, Train, The Strokes, and many more...as well as world renowned designers, from Karl Lagerfeld, Donna Karan, Ralph Lauren, Diane von Furstenberg, Michael Kors, Vera Wang, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Narciso Rodriguez, Jason Wu, Carolina Herrera, Oscar de la Renta, and many more, and icons from Gordon Getty to Martha Stewart to Trump. Plans are in the works to expand to Las Vegas, New York and Miami.



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Review of New York's Full Figured Fashion Week 2012

Examiner.com





Full Figured Fashion Week is slightly similar to other fashion week events , but it is larger-literally. All of the events hosted by Sonsi Full Figured Fashion Week catered to plus-size women. Fashion sponsors such as Pretty Pear Bride who provided a sneak peek into designer plus-size bridal gowns, MYNT1792, who provided plus-size casual and formal wear, and well known outlets such as Lane Bryant and Ashley Stewart gave a glimpse of both casual wear and swimwear.


This plus-size gala consisted of an all white boat party, mini fashion show at Bloomingdale's, Indy Fashion Show that featured upcoming designers such as Texas native Savannah Red, a networking event, two after parties, and a shopping spree event for guest to shop from fashion type vendors and of course the fashion show and other private events that were by invitation only. All of the events I attended were fun and exciting and never held a dull moment.



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Fashion in a time of hardline Islam

New York Daily News



The Sahel's most feted fashionista, Tuareg designer Alphadi, hit the runway at Dakar Fashion Week with a homage to Mali, whose vast north is largely under under control of hardline Islamists.
under control of hardline Islamists.

The bright colours, occasionally bare arms and sparkle that sashayed down the catwalk were definitely not in keeping with sharia, the strict Islamic law that has been enforced in northern Mali for the past two months.

"That's the idea," laughed the man who was introduced to the crowd at the final show of the 10th annual Dakar Fashion Week on Saturday night as the "Magician of the Desert".

Alphadi was born in the fabled city of Timbuktu, an ancient trading hub, intellectual centre and popular metaphor for a mythical faraway place.

But since jihadists exploited a political vacuum following a coup d'etat and planted their ominous black flags in the town in late March, tens of thousands have fled and those that remain have to follow strict Islamic law.

Women have to wear veils and are not permitted to wear trousers, smokers are flogged and cigarettes and alcohol destroyed.

"It shocks me," Alphadi said in an interview with AFP on Sunday.

"Timbuktu has always been a secular town, everyone living together, sharing, blacks and whites, very cosmopolitan. A mysterious town!"



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New York fashion show features Cordillera warrior art

GMA News

Feathered headgear, eye tattoo and lines that define. Young designer Anna Puruganan showcased these details and more in a collection inspired by the indigenous art and traditions of the Cordillera tribes.The fashion show held on June 21 at the Philippine Center on Fifth Avenue presented a collection of style she described as “a lost art.”
“I want us to remember that this was the original Filipino style before we became a colony. This was our culture, the kind of art that has been lost now and I don’t want to forget that,” Anna told The FilAm. Born in Brazil and raised in Canada, Anna studied fashion design at La Salle’s Benilde College in Manila. Story is that she met this indigenous band, Kadangyan, who told her about their story.

The band’s music “Kaluluwa” played in the background, a perfect rhythm for Anna’s themed parade of clothing using fabrics made of pina, silk, hablon and abaca.
“Long time ago, the Cordillera tribe was considered warriors and headhunters,” explained Anna, the daughter of a diplomat. Her mother, Merl, heads the Dual Citizenship department of the Philippine consulate. The tattoos used on the models were very significant to the tribe, she said. “The tattoo was a symbol of their preparation going to the war,” she said. “I really thought it was beautiful. ”She explained further her use of the red-gold-and-white color scheme. The white pina and silk is a tribute to the Cordillera women dressing partly naked. The touches of red symbolize the “blood that was shed and how many heads were taken.” The metallic accents depict women preparing for battle.





“For a really young designer who is starting in the business, she already knows what she wants and who she is,” said fellow designer Izza Dungca.

“She’s glamrock and edgy. It’s a very modern take and I love her idea of Filipiniana not being the conservative and the costume-y that we see or that we’re used to seeing.”
One of the models, Irene Abaya-Campos, said Anna’s collection brings out the “modern side of tribal.”
The show’s director, Erno Hormillosa, said Anna’s style is modern and very edgy and “creates a good metamorphosis of our culture.” - The FilAm



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Packing Pretty To Host New York Charity Holster Fashion Show

Grace McKee, Editor in Chief of the popular female firearms blog, Packing Pretty, has been selected as Fashion Show Host for the 1st Annual Women's Concealed Carry Holster Fashion Show in Hudson, New York, on July 21, 2012.








Youngsters prepare to hold fashion show at HCCC

WKTV

HERKIMER, NY(WKTV) The first of its kind fashion camp got under way this week at Herkimer County Community College. Youngsters ages nine to 11 got to show off their designing talent.

14 local girls got to show that fashion is alive and well in upstate New York.

The girls will hold a fashion show Thursday, June 28th, at Noon.

It's just one of the many camps being held as part of the Herkimer County Community College Education Program this summer.





Big Fashion Weekend For Gaborone in August

The Bostwana Gazette

It’s official; Botswana first international fashion show is back again and this time it’s every bit bigger and more fabulous.
Last year, international Motswana designer Koketso Chiepe hosted Gaborone Fashion Night, an event that can claim to be the country’s first international fashion show featuring the designs of Koketso herself, winner of Vivica Fox’s Glam God,IndashioBatory and top local designers Mpho Kuaho and Botho Chalebgwa among others.

Fashion Night was also graced by Hollywood actress Yaya Dacosta and supermodel Sessilee Lopez. Fronting the event as the official face was New York based Motswana model Kaone Kario.


The event set the standard for future fashion shows in Botswana and garnered massive international buzz for the country’s fledgling fashion industry through twitter and even saw one of Mpho Kuaho outfits hit the international red carpet courtesy of YayaDacosta as seen in Essence Magazine.

Recounting last year’s event Chiepe revealed,” According to everybody it went really well.I knew what was going on behind the scenes, but I didn’t even see half of what was going on in the front (laughs)! But it was the pictures afterwards that revealed everything to me because it was just so crazy leading up to the show. My International guests were also so impressed. It was my first ever attempt at creating an event. Seeing everything come together and everybody just coming back with really good reviews, felt like it was a success at the end of the day, we pulled it off.”





UK brand Ted Baker and Kate Spade New York New York to launch first Canadian stores

The Province

Models pose at the Kate Spade

New York Fall 2012 presentation during

New York Fashion Week on February 10,

2012 in New York City.

Photograph by: Astrid Stawiarz , Getty Images

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TORONTO -- The wave of foreign retail chains entering Canada is set to yet make another splash with the impending arrivals of Ted Baker and Kate Spade.

British fashion brand Ted Baker London and U.S.-based Kate Spade New York will make their entry into the Canadian marketplace this fall with standalone stores at Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre.

Both brands will open their first Canadian boutiques in the mall’s expansion wing in November, with Kate Spade occupying a 1,600 square-foot (148.6 square-metre) boutique, while Ted Baker is slated to have a 3,245 square-foot (301.4 square-metre) space.


Ted Baker opened its first store in Glasgow in 1988, and has since expanded to open international storefronts. The retailer offering an expansive array of apparel and accessories for men and women.

Kate Spade is perhaps best known for its range of signature handbags, but the label also features clothing, jewelry, shoes, stationery and glasses.

The U.K. and U.S.-based companies will be joined at Yorkdale by Ann Taylor and Loft, which are both under the umbrella of New York-based parent company, Ann Inc. The womenswear brands will also be making their first forays into Canada.



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Volunteers raise money with fashion show

Asbury Park Press

Two years after a bitter fight over the NY/NJ Baykeeper oyster restoration project .... The event, a fashion show called Women of Distinction, benefited Caregivers Volunteers of Central New Jersey and was held at the Clarion Hotel.

The fashion show models were members of the community and many of them were volunteers for the organization as well, said Lynette Whiteman, executive director of the organization.

Organizers could not say Wednesday how much they raised, though the event collected about $12,000 last year.

Those funds help caregivers provide support for local seniors who need their assistance. Volunteers drive people to medical appointments such as doctor visits, lab work and physical therapy.


“They pick them up take them there and take them home,” Whiteman said.

When seniors have medical or vision problems “everyone is bothering them to ‘give up your car keys’,” Whiteman said. “But this is not New York, we don’t have public transportation.”

That is where caregivers comes in and helps out. They do grocery shopping and will come and stay with a person who has dementia while the home caregiver gets some respite, Whiteman said.





Young Fashion Designer Charles Dieujuste Introduces Spring Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

Defend Haiti

NEW YORK, USA

The Haitian born fashion designer Charles Corvsky Dieujuste is bringing a new brand to the world of high fashion. In an interview with DH, the young designer introduced his Spring/Summer 2012 collection of feminine aesthetic, romantic and classically elegant styles.



"We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort." - Jesse Owens



Charles Corvsky Dieujuste's favorite quote tells his story of growing up with a passion and determination for art. With an upbringing around textiles his dedication to art meshed to fashion design, "wearable art", Dieujuste works to become one of the premier designers of his generation.





Evolving Fashions Hit NYC Fashion Runway « BOLD AND OUT LOUD

New York, New York- On June 22, 2012, New York City’s Copacabana- Times Square Terrace served as the marching ground for breath-taking and fresh innovative fashion! Auspicious collections from emerging fashion designers of Perfect Population, Scripted Designs, and Boho Designs flooded the intimate runway as onlookers watched vibrant patterns, chic architectural silhouettes, and eye-popping jewelry pieces sashay through the exclusive Time Square Terrace venue!

Any designer making a breakthrough in the New York City fashion scene may feel pressured, but these designers infiltrated the industry at full force with refreshing bold fashions leaving spectators wanting more! Take a look at our top bold picks of the night!
Scripted Designs showcased a variety of gorgeous modern edge fashion pieces, but these 3 looks were our favorites of the night! Their edgy twist on ball gowns is a to-die-for look for any fashionista that wants to stand out and look like a piece of art at a high-end function. Neon colors are so in this season, from the hot pinks, to the electric blues and citron yellows! This bathing suit by scripted designs hits it right on the ball and will have any woman rocking this revamp of a bikini shinning brighter than the sun!

Scripted Designs first started in 2000 by self-taught designer Shay Sutton. The name “Scripted Designs” originates from her love and passion of poetry, she uses her poetry and describes her emotions through fabric. Scripted Designs creates pieces which are outspoken and eccentric. Each piece of her collection has been featured in 25 shows from Philadelphia PA all the way to Columbia SC including The Style Exhibition 2009, 2010, & 2012.







Pop-Up Pretty! NYC Partners with Local Retailer for Fashion Tech STORY Store

Betabeat


Pop-ups are ever popping up about the city like so many mushrooms after a rainstorm, so it was only a matter of time before we saw one just for fashion startups. The New York City Economic Development Corporation has just announced that it’ll be collaborating with retailer Story on a competition dubbed Project Pop-Up NYC. It’s targeted to both up-and-coming retailers and (more importantly for our purposes) innovative fashion tech startups.

Up to three winners will get their very own pop-up within STORY’s Chelsea outpost during the month of September, which of course coincides nicely with Fashion Week. They’ll also win PR support, mentoring and “exposure at key industry events.” That last bit sounds a bit fuzzy, but the right mentor is a pearl beyond price. As many as eight other companies will also get display space.


Judges include Bonobos CEO Andy Dunn, High Line Venture Partners’ Shana Fisher, and Lucky editor-in-chief Brandon Holly.

The criteria:


Being an existing fashion retailer and/or fashion-related technology company; able to support a pop-up store with saleable merchandise (retailers) or a demo/showcase (fashion technology companies) during the month of September; be based in New York City; have been in business for at least one year; and have annual sales or sales projections of over $25,000.



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http://betabeat.com/2012/06/fashion-tech-startup-story-nycedc/





Julia Nobis - The Aussie Blonde Rocker | FashionTV's Model of the Week

FashionTV.com

During her fashion week season debut, she walked for 9 top designers and brands. Her unique look and strong appearance on stage earned her the 3rd spot on FashionTV’s Spring 2012 First Face countdown. She’s also known for playing guitar for model pals backstage before a show.

She’s been recognized as a rising star and today, she’s one of the most familiar faces on the catwalk. Julia Nobis is our Model of the Week.

Julia Nobis started modeling locally in 2009 at the age of 16. The Australian blond model caught the eyes of scouts and fashion producers and in 2010 at 17 years old, she received a modeling contract at Elite Models Management.





















Nobis’s first time on an international catwalk was during Calvin Klein Fall 2010 in New York. She walked exclusively for the American fashion house. But this was just the beginning of a wonderful fashion experience for the Aussie transplant.

The next step on Nobis’s modeling career was during the same season, but this time on the runways of London Fashion Week. The young model got to open the fall Topshop show in London, and also closed the Richard Nicoll show.



During her fashion week season debut, she walked for 9 top designers and brands. Her unique look and strong appearance on stage earned her the 3rd spot on FashionTV’s Spring 2012 First Face countdown. She’s also known for playing guitar for model pals backstage before a show.
She’s been recognized as a rising star and today, she’s one of the most familiar faces on the catwalk. Julia Nobis is our Model of the Week.
Julia Nobis started modeling locally in 2009 at the age of 16. The Australian blond model caught the eyes of scouts and fashion producers and in 2010 at 17 years old, she received a modeling contract at Elite Models Management.





Nobis’s first time on an international catwalk was during Calvin Klein Fall 2010 in New York. She walked exclusively for the American fashion house. But this was just the beginning of a wonderful fashion experience for the Aussie transplant.

The next step on Nobis’s modeling career was during the same season, but this time on the runways of London Fashion Week. The young model got to open the fall Topshop show in London, and also closed the Richard Nicoll show.



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http://www.fashiontv.com/julia-nobis-the-aussie-blonde-rocker-fashiontvs-model-of-the-week_795.html




HUH!?!? Models Lay In Infirmary Beds For Fashion Show! (PHOTOS)

Global Grind

As if fashion couldn't get more unpredictable and crazy, men's designer Yohan Serfaty displayed his collection in a unexpected way during Paris Fashion Week.
Serfaty's Spring/Summer 2013 collection was not shown by runway, but worn by models lying in infirmary beds! The men wore masks to hide their eyes, creating the illusion that they were sleep. Fashion lovers walked around to the different beds in order to view the chic designer's brand.

When a bell rang, the model rose from the bed and walked the runway. This is a trend that we will be scared to see! First infirmary beds, next coffins!



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Beyonce Buys Jigga A Jet For Being A Good Papa!




Bey just keeps on giving! After penning a open letter to one of her all-time favorite performers, Michael Jackson, Beyonce also released two personal photos on her website IAm.Beyonce.com. It was also revealed that Bey dropped stacks on stacks on stacks of paper on a new plane for her hubby, Jigga-Who!

Keeping their relationship spiced up, the House of Dereon designer reportedly bought her hubby a plane for Father's Day! According to Pop Crush:


“The Bombardier Challenger 850 has a flash interior including a cream leather living room, a kitchen, a bedroom and two bathroom,” reveals a source. “Beyonce thought this would be the perfect way to show Jay how much of a great dad he is.”

Spending the last few months touring overseas with husband Jay-Z, last night Queen B posted a photo of her standing closely by her man's side. Although it's an epic picture, it doesn't seem to be a live shot, as there's a computer mouse icon dead in the center of the couple's legs!



The second photo brings out the gangster side of the 30-year-old Houston, Texas native. Covering half of her face with a cloth in her b-boy stance, it appears Bey had herself a little fun while eating dinner. In the black and white pic, she uses the table's utensil napkin to put on the persona. We wonder if Jay was behind the camera, snapping the shot?





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Alexander McQueen's 2013 Lookbook Stays True To Legendary Designer

Iconic fashion house Alexander McQueen is known for theatrical and historical themed pieces in its collections and this summer’s 2013 menswear lookbook proved no different.



Beautiful Chaos: Behind The Scenes Of Alexander McQueen's Paris Fashion Show



The collection featured relaxed, tailored pieces, ranging from red carpet ready to casual looks. The color scheme was very neutral, including grays, blacks and whites. There was also a pop of yellow for bold men that can successfully master the art of fashion.

Keeping with the McQueen theatrical, yet modern themes, dragonflies and architectural designs were incorporated into the suites. The line also features leather and satin jackets, decadent loafers, and bold trench coats. Do you think that the line is living up to McQueen’s legacy?

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Blake Lively: Decolletage Delight at 'Savages' New York Premiere

Sawf News

Blake Lively made us drool wearing a plunging yellow back baring Gucci gown at the New York premiere of 'Savages' at the School of Visual Arts Theater in NYC on Wednesday, June 27, 2012. ...

June 28, 2012, (Sawfnews.com) - Blake Lively made us drool wearing a plunging yellow back baring Gucci gown at the New York premiere of Savages at the School of Visual Arts Theater in NYC on Wednesday, June 27, 2012.


The 24-year-old actress was recently announced the face of Gucci Première women's fragrance; understandably she was promoting the designer brand whole chestedly heartedly.

The buttercup-yellow halter gown, made of pleated silk Georgette fabric, was one of a kind made specially for her. It featured a plunging V-neckline, cinched sash waist and a floor grazing full skirt.

She accessorized with Lorraine Schwartz jewels consisting of turquoise statement earrings and bangles, with one of them an exact match to the earrings.


Her neatly swept back hair was styled in a thick over-the-shoulder tousled fishtail braid. She adorned it with a shimmering oxidized silver hair-tie at its base and wrapped her own hair around the elastic tie at the bottom.

She kept her makeup light, letting her enviable decolletage and dewy skin take center stage.

She completed her look with glossy pink lips, black liner on top lashlines and mascara coated eyelashes.

This is Lively's second dazzling look in a row and within a week; she was earlier seen in a Zuhair Murad dress and sexy retro waves at the LA premiere of Savages.





Fashion Week - 2012 New York Fashion Week - ELLE

Watch runway shows from your favorite designers, find out which new models deserve your attention this season, lay your eyes on our editors top accessories ...



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The Jackson's are preparing to go on tour - without Michael

The Jacksons's are embarking on a 16 city tour; three years after Michael's death. That's all I have.

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A model shows the clothing of designer Erica White

at the Rock N Fashion event at the Rococo Theatre in 2009
(Joshua Ferdinand/Courtesy)

Rock N Fashion show to highlight local talent

Lincoln Journal Star

Orion Walsh will be performing Saturday night at the Rococo Theatre. But it won’t be an ordinary show for the Lincoln singer-songwriter -- fashion models usually don’t do their thing while he’s playing local clubs or around the country.

That’s because Walsh’s set will be part of The Rock N Fashion Show, a combination of music and fashion that returns to Lincoln after a three-year absence.

Produced by Lincoln native Joshua Ferdinand, who now lives in Kansas City where he does similar events throughout the year, the show fuses live local music, designers, boutiques and models.

Walsh played a similar Lincoln show in 2009 and is happy to be back on the Saturday’s bill.


“It’s pretty cool,” Walsh said. “It’s something definitely different. The band plays and models show local designer clothes at the same time. Three years ago, I thought it would be kind of weird. But it’s pretty fun. It is weird stagewise, because most of the attention is on them (the models). But it’s fun.”

Walsh will provide one of three sets of music Saturday. The others will come from FREAKABOUT and Slick Fiction.

While they perform, models will present fashions from three Lincoln boutiques and three Lincoln designers. They are Tsuru, Stella, Kaity Rathman Design, Be Yourself, Donna Faye Couture and Just Because by Kate Walz. Keeping the entire event local, Hair and makeup will be headed up by Illusions Hair Salon. Chad Sibler of KOLN/KGIN-TV will serve as the show’s master of ceremonies.


“The show has grown in scope and energy for five years running, and it continues to impress audiences by drawing on local talent that would compete head to head with the best of NYC or Los Angeles,” Ferdinand said in a news release.

Three years ago, Somasphere worked up a special set for the fashion show. Walsh isn’t doing that. But he’ll be there with his band rather than playing solo, and he has added horn parts to some songs to keep



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The Czarinas Are Back

New York Times

Photo by:Tommy Ton/TRUNKARCHIVE.COM

By ERIC WILSON. Published: June 29, 2012. OUTSIDE the Ritz Paris on the Place Vendôme, where paparazzi congregate whenever celebrities are in town for Fashion Week, a striking alabaster-skinned woman posed on her way into the hotel one morning in March.
She wore navy silk pajamas with white piping, a teal topcoat draped over her shoulders, oversize cat-eye sunglasses and a loosely tied babushka over her hair, giving her the mysterious, nearly plastic, impression of a 1950s Hollywood movie star. Hours later, she emerged in a pale blue halter dress covered with spots, and posed once again. The next morning, it was a Chanel suit in black tweed and a matching beret, worn askew.

Her name is Ulyana Sergeenko, and though she is not yet internationally famous, she is certainly well known among the fashion designers of this particular part of the world. She is one of their best customers, the wife of a Russian insurance billionaire, a former model, a star of street-style photographers and a burgeoning designer and photographer herself.



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http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/01/fashion/the-russians-claim-the-fashion-spotlight.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all





Suzanne Perron-Top Female Achiever

My New Orleans

For many fashion designers, moving to New York City and designing for some of the biggest names in the industry is an almost unattainable dream; for Suzanne Perron, it was a not only a reality, but a stepping stone to a career that transported her from the runways of New York Fashion Week to her own design studio off Magazine Street.

“I started sewing as a young child and wanted to be a fashion designer since I was 5,” Perron says. “I fell in love with fashion back when fashion was about exceptional artistry, construction and vision. I would marvel at the works of Vionet, Dior and Valentino, to name a few.”


Her passion for the creativity of the fashion industry led Perron to enroll in the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City after graduating from Louisiana State University in 1991.

Elle Macpherson

Supermodel Out as Host of NBC's 'Fashion Star'

Television Week (blog)

Supermodel Out as Host of NBC's 'Fashion Star' NY Post. NBC's "Fashion Star" is removing the fashion star host of the show, reports the New York Post. The shakeup in the prime-time show has supermodel Elle Macpherson stepping aside as the program's host.



The three judges -- Jessica Simpson, John Varvatos and Nicole Richie -- have been retained.



Although no longer hosting, Macpherson told the newspaper she is still linked to the show. “I have been involved with ‘Fashion Star’ from the beginning, and am very proud to see it come to life, not only in America but globally,” Macpherson said. “The show is in great hands, and although I will not be hosting this season, I will still be very involved [and] will be reviewing the format for the upcoming season.”

Miranda Kerr walked the runway during the

Victoria's Secret fashion show last November.

Photo by: Brad Barket/AP

Kerr: Orlando Bloom makes me nervous during fashion shows

New York Daily News

She walked the runways of Paris just two months after giving birth to baby Flynn, but one audience still has the power to make Miranda Kerr nervous - her husband, actor Orlando Bloom.

"I never really want Orlando to be there [in the audience of a show] because it makes me nervous," the 29-year-old Victoria's Secret model told the August issue of Harper's Bazaar UK.


"But last year, he was like, 'You have no choice, I'm coming.' And the one time he was attending the show, my shoe decided to fall off."

The stunning beauty, who dons a sexy peek-a-boo bra and red riding blazer on the cover of the issue, revealed that the one thing she is confident of, however, is her talents as a new mom.




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Pakistani Fashion Show being held in New York Sunday night -

Associated Press of Pakistan

NEW YORK, July 1 (APP): A Fashion Show featuring top Pakistani models and designers is taking place at Pakistan House Sunday night, as part of the ongoing efforts to project the country's soft image. The event has been organized by the Consulate General of Pakistan, New York, in collaboration with renowned experts Asim Yar Tiwana and Hamid Latif,Colour Director of Vidal Sassoon, New York.

Titled “Colours of Pakistan 2012”, the show includes famous Pakistani designers like Umar Sayeed, Raani Emaan, GOAL, Ghazala Asam and NZK Studios, as well as national models, including Cybill Chaudry, Annie Ali and Irum Bukhari.“This is an exercise in cultural and public diplomacy to project positive image of Pakistan and to highlight Pakistani culture and heritage,” Consul-General Fakir Asif Hussain said.





CALIFORNIAN GO!: Fashion show features recycled materials
North County Times
TEMECULA ---- Temecula Recycling and Promenade Temecula will present fashions made from recycled materials July 7 in a fashion show that will challenge guests' ideas of fashion and explore the artistic side of what fashion is to the individual ...

Harlem's Fashion Row Looks For Talented Clothing Designers.

Huffington Post

September is right around the corner, which means that New York Fashion Week is as well.
So while everyone is soaking up the summer sun, fashion designers are in the thick of pulling together their Spring 2013 collections.


And although we're excited to see all the fab Spring trends, this season is extra special since it marks the fifth anniversary of Harlem's Fashion Row--the premiere organization championing the careers and success of black fashion designers.

In celebration of this milestone Brandice Henderson, founder and CEO of HFR, ramping up the organization's annual fashion show.





Berlin fashion week opens on the capital's streets

Deutsche Welle


Berlin’s fashion week has opened as one of the city’s main streets closes to traffic and is turned into a giant fashion catwalk.
Up to a quarter of a million visitors are expected for the 50 shows and events during the capital's fashion week. Many events are open to the public.

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Shalea Poole, 17, will be the face of the Lawrence

Brothers’ Hair and Fashion Show (Courtesy)

Va. Beach teen selected as spokesmodel for fall show

The Virginian-Pilot

It was only two years ago that I observed Shalea Poole, then a lanky Virginia Beach teen, take her beginning steps in a modeling class.

Now the 17-year-old Landstown High senior has been selected as the face of the Lawrence Brothers' Trendsetters 2012 Hair and Fashion Show. Shalea will appear in print campaigns and will be featured during the event, scheduled for Nov. 18 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.

It's a significant opportunity for Shalea. The Lawrence Brothers' show, in six years, has become one of the major style events on the East Coast. Attendance shot up from a few hundred at the inaugural event to more than 5,000 last year.


Shalea is signed with Virginia Beach-based Splash Model Management and as such also has modeled in Virginia Fashion Week. Other gigs have included modeling in New York Fashion Week, Fashion Week Swim and fashion shows for "Project Runway" and "Hype Hair" in New York.

Virginia Fashion Week 2012

Speaking of Splash Model, owner Ann Leister has set this year's Virginia Fashion Week for Oct. 17-21 in Norfolk.
Virginia Fashion Week, in its sixth year, has partnered with nonprofit Fractured Atlas for sponsorship. Fractured Atlas helps support artists and art organizations.







New York Fashion Designer Marisol Deluna Honored By LULAC Presidential
Commendation



NEW YORK, July 2, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) recognized New York fashion designer Marisol Deluna at its 83rd Annual National Convention & Exposition held in Orlando, Florida on June 29th. Deluna was honored by the organization during its Presidential Awards Banquet held at the Coronado Springs Resort in Walt Disney World.
National LULAC President Margaret Moran awarded Deluna the organization's prestigious Presidential Commendation Medal for her 23 years in fashion and the example she sets for youth
.

Deluna stated, "To be recognized by LULAC is an incredibly humbling honor. I am fortunate to support its mission through fashion and mentorship. It is a privilege for each of us to share knowledge selflessly and partake in charitable endeavors whenever possible."

President Moran added, "Through her achievements as a beautiful Latina woman, she lets young women know that they can do it too."






The NEW fashion capital

Vogue Australia

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia puts Sydney on the fashion map. ... around the world. It also cemented Australia's place in the top five international fashion destinations around the world – Milan, New York, London, Paris and now Sydney.

With Mercedes-Benz on board, Australia’s preeminent fashion week is back on the map.

In addition to the world-class sponsor, the event boasted countless drawcards. The city itself is the perfect backdrop for the fashion spectacle – the cordial climate is enough to pull tourists on its own, but the Overseas Passenger Terminal highlights it as if under a microscope. With arguably our country’s most famous landmarks - the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge - both available at a glance, it’s no wonder so many internationals booked in early and stayed on longer. In fact, the calibre of international guests this year shows the proof is in the peplum; Sydney is a fashion, authority in its own right.


Of course, the designers on show weren’t exactly of the novice variety either. In fact, far from being local phenomena, Australian names are now competing on a global scale. With respected industry veteran Jenny Kee showing for the first time in almost two decades, Parisian favourite Collette Dinnigan awarded the 2012 Fashion Laureate and Hollywood go-to Johanna Johnson revealing a 50-piece collection, it’s no exaggeration to say Australian design has worldwide appeal.





Upcycle charity fashion show features work of Franovik

Fashion (blog)

Upcycle fashion firm Franovik Designs out of Plantation recycles fabric into one-of-a-kind designs.

Francisco Perez and Viktor Vega.

The models will be wearing tablecloths, curtains and even the fabric from a sofa.

Upcycle fashion firm Franovik Designs out of

Plantation recycles fabric
into one-of-a-kind designs

That’s the whole point of the “Green Couture – Designers for a Cause” annual fashion show and dinner Thursday, July 12 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at The Signature Grand in Davie.

The charity event – produced by the networking group The Women of the Roundtable - features the eco-friendly fall collection of Franovik Designs, a team featuring fashion designer Francisco J. Perez and graphic designer Victor M. Vega.

“I don’t sew,” said Vega from his home in Plantation. “But I grew up in a family where we would make outfits from vintage pieces. And we [with Perez] started recycling fabrics way before it was popular. We use runners, satin bed sheets, old jackets, old jeans. Anything. Whatever is around. Instead of giving it to Goodwill or throwing it in the trash and making more trash, we make new things.”





Vega said that the two evolved into fashion design through making Halloween and Carnival costumes. “We always won first, second or third prize,” said Vega, who was born in New York and grew up in Puerto Rico; Perez is a Venezuela native. “We were always in the top three.”

After a splashy debut during 2008’s Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach, a string of back-to-back fashion shows through 2010 landed the two a list of women clients “…who are going to galas and need a specific piece; something that no one else has.”





Shop will widen LV fashion palette

Las Vegas Business Press

The new Henri Bendel at Fashion Show will feature an archway modeled after New York's Fifth Avenue flagship store, and custom-made chandeliers. The iconic brown and white stripe on the store's shopping bags and hatboxes is highlighted throughout the In late August, Las Vegas will be home to another fashion icon.


Henri Bendel is opening its newest location, at the Fashion Show mall, on Aug. 29. A second Las Vegas store is scheduled to open at the Forum Shops at Caesars later his year.

Henri Bendel has been a New York City icon since 1895 and is renowned for its trademark brown-and-white-striped fashion accessories and gifts. Think $118 stack rings, $395 duffle bags and $98 ballet flats.

To increase public awareness of the food science professions, the Institute of Food Technologies is creating and promoting its "A World Without Food Science" video campaign.





Behind the Scenes With Vivienne Tam

Wall Street Journal (blog)

Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Fall 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on February 15, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images


Designer Vivienne Tam poses backstage at the Vivienne Tam Fall 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on February 15, 2012 in New York City.Decades before Asian influences became ubiquitous on Western runways, Guangzhou-born designer Vivienne Tam moved to New York, determined to bring her own vision of Asia.

At first, she met with resistance.

“There are designers in China?” she recalls hearing.

Ms. Tam, 52 years old, remains New York-based but travels to Asia every two months, and celebrities ranging from Beyoncé to Zhang Ziyi wear her clothes. She plans to expand her business further in China, with a goal of building 200 stores there over the next two years.

With a career built on blending influences, she is known for her collaborative work. In 2010, she designed a butterfly-themed “digital clutch” laptop for Hewlett-Packard, and she has recently branched into clothing for yoga, which she practices herself, with Olympic gymnast Li Ning. Her most recent project is the Vivienne Tam Suite, a minimalist corner space at Hong Kong’s Hotel Icon that she designed with the principles of feng shui in mind.



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Fashion junkies beware. Fashion Week is making its way to Dallas again but this time it is promising to be the real deal. Dallas has seen its fair share of "fashion weeks" over the last several of years however, "Fashion Week DFW" has hit the scene and is already surpassing the efforts of those who have attempted to claim the rights to organizing a Dallas fashion week.

Fashion Week DFW is currently planning a top-notch, unforgettable week of fashion during the week of March 17th through March 23, 2013. Set to host the weeklong of events will be Dallas' newest luxury hotel, The Omni. According to the founder and executive director of Fashion Week DFW, Cedric Moses,


The Omni is a remarkable venue and will allow us to truly showcase DFW's highly fashionable talents of fashion designers, boutique owners, make-up artist, models and fashion-enthusiasts.
Inspired by the likes of New York's Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and other fashion meccas, Fashion Week DFW will present runway shows by both emerging and established designers in addition to educational seminars for fashion industry professionals and other retail events throughout the DFW metroplex. According to Moses,



The goal of Fashion Week DFW is to become an integral part of the DFW Fashion Community, supporting its eclectic sense of identity and the diversity along with showcasing these talents to the world.

Gearing up to the main fashion week will be several highly-anticipated Fashion Week DFW branded events that will highlight several of the designers, make-up artists and models who will be participating in next year's main fashion week.



Read more here:



http://www.examiner.com/article/fashion-week-dfw-dishes-on-fashion-week-and-the-ultimate-dfw-fashion-takeover





Katie Holmes to make Fashion Week debut in New York

Irish Independent

According to WWD, the actress is taking her Holmes & Yang spring collection to the international fashion event.

Launched in 2009 with her design partner Jeanne Yang, the range is stocked at New York department store Barneys and Harvey Nichols in London amongst other luxury stores.

Despite her recent high-profile split from husband Tom Cruise, the former Dawson’s Creek star is pushing ahead with her sartorial plans.

“A spokeswoman for the brand, which launched in 2009 and is available at Barneys New York, said Holmes’ personal matters aren’t affecting the line,” WWD reports.



It is the first time the brand will be shown in a fashion show.

Katie Holmes will join former good friend Victoria Beckham in presenting her garments at the highly anticipated event. The women initially struck up a friendship through their husbands but haven’t been pictured together for years.
“Will Katie (whisper it) rekindle her fashion friendship with a certain Victoria Beckham? Please let it be so!” British magazine Grazia writes. “The once-BFFs will be presenting their lines in the Big Apple at the same time, after all, and as a seasoned pro, [Victoria Beckham] would be the ideal candidate to offer some words of wisdom, right?

"Plus, if their matchy-matchy wardrobes make a comeback - remember the lookalike sunnies, the identikit bobs, the coordinated coats? - Katie's sartorial status would be sealed.”



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Actress Jessica Simpson to launch new bridal line

Simpson is set to launch a bridal line.

The new mother is reportedly planning to turn her longtime dream of designing wedding fashion into reality when she returns from her maternity leave.

Jessica has built a successful fashion emporium including apparel, accessories and swimwear amongst other things.


But according to an insider, she has been thinking about a bridal range for some time.

“A wedding line is something she’s always wanted to do,” a source told ‘In Touc’h. “She is talented and knows what women want to wear.”


Jessica’s fashion label has been going from strength to strength and has become one of the most successful celebrity brands ever.

Shortly after giving birth to daughter Maxwell in May this year, the star launched a new maternity range.

The insider explained that the appeal of her designs lies in the mother-of-one’s own weight struggles.

“She has curves like every girl so women will buy those dresses up!” the source said.



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Christian Louboutin creates Cinderella's glass slipper to celebrate re-release of classic Disney Film

By Bibby Sowray

Friday Jul 6 2012


There's nothing more magical than the idea of a fairytale coming to life, especially when Christian Louboutin is involved

The designer has finally unveiled his re-imagination of Cinderella's famous glass slippers to celebrate the re-release of Disney's most-loved animated picture.
"Her character and her story dictated the design to me, it was all there in the pages and the words of this tale," explained the designer. "Cinderella is not only an iconic character when it comes to grace and fairytale love, but also shoes. The dream is a major factor in my language of design. There are no limits in the world of fantasy and there is always a happily ever after."

"Her character and her story dictated the design to me, it was all there in the pages and the words of this tale," explained the designer. "Cinderella is not only an iconic character when it comes to grace and fairytale love, but also shoes. The dream is a major factor in my language of design. There are no limits in the world of fantasy and there is always a happily ever after."



- Bibby Sowray



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Princess Vanessa Mukasa embellishes New York City with a

AFWNY

Vanessa Mukasa brings a fresh, chic, and eclectic use of African textiles to Africa Fashion Week New York
New York, NY – June 2012- Vanessa Mukasa will showcase Saturday, July 14th at Africa Fashion Week in New York (AFWNY). AFWNY, a luxury multi-day event produced by Adirée, will take place at the Broad Street Ballroom on July 12-14th in New York City’s financial District.
Br>
Press please register at:
http://www.afwny.com/registration/press-registration/


For more information on attending please send inquiries to RSVP@adiree.com


Ugandan Designer, Princess Vanessa Mukasa from the Bonyoro Kingdom aims to raise awareness of women empowerment within Uganda and more so within her kingdom.

Mukasa’s love for color and different textures show through her designs. Metropical Deluxe, her previous collection, Mukasa was inspired by an urge to attempt altering the way Kente/wax print cotton was worn by the younger generation. Vanessa Mukasa relates chic everyday wear merging culture and modernity. No stranger to the eclectic use of African fabrics and style of the African fashion scene, the look is fresh, chic, unique, and represents a diverse view that is sure to set new trends for the younger generation.





Fashion News: We're Reading Now

New York Times (blog)

N,ew York magazine is expanding its fashion blog, The Cut, next month to include creative fashion shoots and more coverage of fashion shows. Estelle Ellis Rubinstein, magazine veteran, died Sunday. Another model named Jourdan is kicking up a storm.





Vanessa Simmons launches new swimwear line

The Grio

Vanessa Simmons is getting ready to launch her own line of swimwear, Rose by Vanessa Jean. With the Pastry Shoes franchise from she and her sister Angela on firm footing, Vanessa is stepping out to develop this independent project.



In an article on the Black Enterprise web site, Vanessa said about her new collection:



Creating Pastry will always be a special bond that Ang[ela] and I share, it taught me a lot about the business of fashion and I am so excited to use what I’ve learned to start up Rose by Vanessa Jean. It is definitely a lot different designing [swimwear] than sneakers especially because a lot of it is concentrated on a woman’s body and getting the right fit down packed."



The new line will feature pieces suitable for women of all sizes. Backing her on her fashion endeavor is Shark Tank‘s Daymond John, who acts as Vanessa’s partner and brand manager.
No stranger to the fashion world, John was once a fashion trendsetter in the early ’90s when he started up the FUBU brand. The vision behind FUBU, which stood for “For Us By Us,” wasn’t just a clothing brand; it was considered a lifestyle label for African Americans. Perhaps through this partnership, Vanessa and John will be able to recreate the creative energy that made FUBU so iconic





New York's The Cut Takes Aim at Vogue and Jezebel - FishbowlNY

mediabistro.com

New York’s fashion blog The Cut is getting set to expand, and so it is setting its sights high. According to The New York Times, The Cut is set to grow the week of August 13, backed by better coverage of fashion shows and new content overseen by the likes of former Gawker staffer Maureen O’Connor.


The goal? To take on Vogue and Jezebel. Adam Moss, New York’s editor-in-chief, told the Times that The Cut will be ”a high-end fashion magazine with the scrappiness of a blog.”


The Cut’s growth will surely generate more interest from fashion advertisers, who already like New York. The Times reports that fashion advertising rose by 34 percent this year, and beauty product ads increased by a whopping 100 percent.





Self Launching Fashion Site

By Chris O'Shea

Self is getting set to launch a very Pinterest-like site, called Selfcurateyourlook. According to Adweek, the site — which launches in September — is being tabbed as a “virtual trunk show,” where visitors can browse products hand-picked by Self’s staff, which are presented in a catalogue format. If a person likes something, they can save it in their “look book,” share it with others via social media or even click through and purchase it.

As might guess, this site is music to advertisers’ ears. Laura McEwen, vice president and publisher of Self, understands this, though she puts it in a more eloquent way.



“Self’s Virtual Trunk Show enables consumers to curate their own style while aligning with Self’s editorial fashion expertise and our advertisers’ brands,” McEwen told Adweek. “This site will also align Self more closely with our fashion and beauty partners.”

That’s a lot of aligning







Express invites Savannah public to massive fashion show in Monterey Square

Savannah Morning News

In a city defined by fashion, where runway shows come and go as frequently as tourists, it’s hard to imagine one turning heads like a pair of neon hot pants.

But that’s exactly what Savannahians should expect Friday when international fashion retailer Express takes over Monterey Square in the historic district, say company reps and local officials.
“It’s something you won’t see again in Savannah,” promises Jay Self, film services director for the city. “It’ll be like a New York or Milan fashion show.”

That’s exactly the exclusive air organizers are hoping to conjure when they set up their 70-foot runway at Gordon and Bull streets, on the south end of the square, starting this morning — but with a twis>.


They’re inviting the public to crash this party, called Rock the Sidewalk.

“What’s so great about it is that fashion shows from big brands are usually closed door,” said Jennifer Bayley, Express’ senior manager of public relations. “You have to be an editor or Olsen twin to get in.”
The Savannah show, which starts at 6:30 p.m., will be different. Though it will feature a bevy of international talent and the debut of Express’ men’s and women’s holiday lines, Savannahians will be invited to crowd the stage as the models strut their looks.







New York City Movie Theaters Forcing Fashion Statement Against Smaller Sodas on Employees

New York Observer

The passionate opposition of the pro-obesity lobby pro-soda-size-choice lobby has already assaulted Mayor Bloomberg with a ‘Million Gulp March‘ for Big Soda. What’s next? Fashion, for people and drinks of all sizes!


Apparently, some movie theater employees are trading in their regular workwear for a couture statement that speaks out against our city’s dictatorial soda size discrimination.

Via Reddit, the shirt, which appears to come in a not-small size:
This dramatic one-piece eggshell cotton top isn’t just workwear, though. The shirt is becoming the hottest thing in street style since creepy men with cameras who aren’t Bill Cunningham took over Manhattan, as it’s been spotted outside the most fashionable film houses in New York, too. Another Reddit-er dishes:



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Face Time: Charlotte Ronson Talks Summer Fashion, Gearing Up for Fashion ...

NBC New York (blog)

Designer Charlotte Ronson has had quite the year having debuted both a beauty line for Sephora and a handbag collection in recent months. Ronson, who graduated from New York University in 1999, and launched her fashion business a year later, is lauded for her cool-girl personal style, celebrity following and for building a business that generated $15 million in revenue last year.

We caught up with Ronson in the Hamptons at the annual Love Heals at Luna Farm benefit, which supports HIV/AIDs education, where Ronson was one of the hosts for the evening. As Ronson told us: “I have been involved in this charity for so long—over 10 years. It’s been a long time. It’s just such an important cause to me. My sister has DJed here in the past. We’ve been involved as a family for many years. It’s just important to spread awareness in any way that I can.”

"I’m getting ready for fashion week and my show that is coming up in September...



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Taylor Tomasi Hill Takes Sao Paulo: Moda Operandi's Artistic Director Talks ...

Fashionista

For the third season in a row, Fashionista has covered Sao Paulo Fashion Week. Outside of the four main fashion weeks, Sao Paulo is proving to be an important one to follow–in our opinion. The fashion industry has been investing intensely in the emerging markets of the BRIC countries, and while China has been the focus of such efforts, Brazil can’t be discounted.





Beauty.com® Debuts Summer Exclusive from Designer Mara Hoffman

Equities.com

Starting July 10, Beauty.com shoppers have the chance to snag a custom creation by New York designer Mara Hoffman. This special edition piece is available with any $75 Beauty.com purchase at http://www.beauty.com/marahoffman; just in time for summer excursions. The limited edition Bohemian-inspired tote, with a padded microfiber exterior decked out in an electric coral Mara Hoffman® phoenix print, is great for the transport of warm weather essentials for a weekend getaway or a day at the shore.



The Phoenix Bag arrives packed with a selection of prestige beauty samples, including:





The country’s booming economy, textile industry and depth of talent (beyond just the unending supply of gorgeous models) make Sao Paolo an increasingly important stop on the fashion circuit. Moda Operandi thinks so too. The fast growing online trunk show dispatched artistic director Taylor Tomasi Hill to scout talent for the site–and you can shop her picks now.


Here’s what she had to say about her time in Sao Paulo, how it’s different from the rest of the big fashion weeks, and the designers she scooped up for Moda Operandi while she was there. Plus, click through for a video and more cute pics of her styling looks for the site.

Fashionista: Why did you decide to go to Sao Paulo this season?
Fashion followers and insiders alike are always looking for something new, that’s what keeps it interesting. We saw a lot of talent in Sao Paulo and I was thrilled to be able to connect with the brilliant designers, fashion editors and bloggers there.







Jrg bikini under the bridge fashion show 2012

Examiner.com

JRG Entertainment hosted the seventh annual JRG Bikini Under The Bridge fashion show. The event showcased the latest swimwear collection from 10 fashion designers, as well as shoes and accessories. This year the fashion show was held outdoor in the BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) Parking Lot, which is located near the Fort Greene section of Brooklyn. The fashion show was comprised of two segments featuring five designers each. The collections appeared in the following order:



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http://fashionista.com/2012/07/taylor-tomasi-hill-takes-sao-paulo-moda-operandis-artistic-director-talks-fashion-week-designers-to-watch-and-more/












Escada Sport showed its collection to start what is now officially called the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin.

New York designer Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton's creative director, is the patron of the fashion week which is held two times each year.

Berlin Partner, the city's inward investment agency headed by Melanie Bähr which “encourages investors to choose Berlin as the best place to start a business” markets the capital as an emerging fashion centre through its involvement.

The events reflect the German capital's reputation for younger and avant-garde urban wear.

The fashion week is based around runway shows for German and international designers presenting their spring and summer collections for 2013. The shows are held on the "Straße des 17. Juni" at the Victory Column.



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http://www.dw.de/dw/article/0,,16073312,00.html




Fashion Week DFW dishes on fashion week and the ultimate DFW fashion

Examiner.com





TEMECULA ---- Temecula Recycling and Promenade Temecula will present fashions made from recycled materials July 7 in a fashion show that will challenge guests' ideas of fashion and explore the artistic side of what fashion is to the individual.

The event will exhibit fashions created from used and recycled materials by students from the Art Department at Mount San Jacinto College and local designers and artists. The recycled wear must be made of at least 50 percent recycled items and will feature creative uses of items such as tin cans, metals, plastics, paper and clothing.

"Temecula Recycling opened my eyes to these amazing creative uses of recycled materials at a fashion event they hosted in April," commented Sher Haddon of Promenade Temecula in a press release. "When we started thinking about what inspires people to create their own signature look, we thought of these young designers and how they creatively used materials to individualize their style and explore their unique design esthetic."
The event will also serve as a springboard to encourage others to participate in the final round of Promenade Temecula's third season of Project Style, a contest where fashion-savvy shoppers compete locally, regionally and nationally for cash prizes and a grand prize trip to New York City and Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.

The event starts at 3 p.m. July 7 at the JCPenney Center Court. Call 951-296-0975 or visit promenadetemecula.com.





Dawn Bell's Houston Fashion Camp is sew much fun for aspiring young designers

CultureMap Houston

Mood boards, sewing garments, hat construction and a full-blown fashion show are among the campers' daily activities at Fashion Camp Houston and, with a potential second session planned for July, this is a summer activity adults wish they could attend





ROOFTOP FASHION SOCIAL: 3 Shows: Bikini Show, Gown Show ...

Fashion show produced by Davina Reichman Schuck, founder and Managing NYC Fashion Runway. NYC Fashion Runway is passionate about assisting ...
This Friday: Special 1-of-a-kind fashion show featuring 3 designers, 2 shows and 25 models.


•DESIGNER 1: Alton E. McCullough - Bikini Show

•DESIGNER 2: MJ Leclerc by Marie-Joelle Leclerc Dress Show

•DESIGNER 3: Melody Lee sensual, edgy-romantic: Gowns Show.

•Also: Nikke Shanabrough - Accessory stylist to the stars.


•CK Cosmetics is the make-up brand of choice

•Buyers and press, Ford & other models, VIP's and fashion professionals in attendance.

•25 models appearing tonight (male and female models)

•Doors open at 7pm Sharp

•Free Prizes include cosmetic hamper bags, magazines etc.

•Event is free before 8:30pm and only $5. after (Stay all night)

•3 Designers, 25 models and 2 shows tonight.

•Anyone purchasing a drink also gets a buffet style dinner for just $5. (Worth $20.)

Only Pocket cameras are allowed.

Professional camera Men $10 at the door. (Unless on the designers list)


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Joan Smalls Birthday: Supermodel Turns 24, Answers 20 Questions

Huffington Post

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Joan Smalls' rapid rise to become one of fashion's most influential models has been impressive, to say the least.

We love that the Puerto Rican beauty can work the Victoria's Secret runway in a bedazzled bra set and get more high-fashion in campaigns for Chanel and Fendi. And currently Joan graces the cover of W magazine's July 2012 issue where she was deemed "The New Face of Fashion."

So, in celebration of her 24th birthday we decided to play 20 Questions with Joan to learn more about her super-glamorous life. And we discovered some juicy tidbits, like her must-have beauty products, who makes her favorite jeans, whether she has any celebrity crushes and even what fashion designer she'd want to have create her wedding dress



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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/11/joan-smalls-birthday-20-questions_n_1665336.html










Lil Kim Birthday: Rapper Turns 37, Plus Her Most Memorable Fashion Moments

Huffington Post

Lil Kim, the original Queen Bee of hip hop, turns 37 today. In celebration of her birthday and beloved ghetto-fabulousness we've rounded up some of her most, er, memorable style moments. And here's one of her iconic rap verses that still makes us move when we hear it today, from the song "Crush on You":



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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/11/lil-kim-birthday-celebrates-37_n_1665111.html?utm_hp_ref=mostpopular#slide=1211816





London Fashion Week - Preen Returns To Lfw

Contactmusic.com

Preen is to return to London Fashion Week this September after five years of showing in New York.
Preen is to return to London Fashion Week this September.
The British fashion label has shown in New York for the past five years and now design duo Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi say they can't wait to return to their home city.

They said: ''We are delighted to be part of LFW again, it feels great to back on our own turf.''

Fashion Council chief executive Caroline Rush added: ''It's great to see the Preen mainline collection returning to show in London, they will be an exciting and much anticipated addition to the LFW schedule.''


The London-based label is known for its sculpted but feminine creations and and celebrity fans include Kristen Stewart, Michelle Obama and Scarlett Johansson.

They last showed their label in London in February 2007 at Fulham football stadium, before presenting their spring/summer 2008 collection in New York in September 2007.

The move follows in the footsteps of Matthew Williamson and Jonathan Saunders who have returned to London following stints on the New York Fashion Week schedule.



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http://www.contactmusic.com/news/preen-returns-to-lfw_1361960





Vera Wang and husband split after 23 years

By Natalie Abrams,


*Less than a week ago, I followed a story on Vera Wang, this time we are saddened by her news of impending divorce.

Vera Wang and husband Arthur Becker have decided to separate after 23 years of marriage, according to WWD.com.


Wang, one of the most famous wedding dress designers, wed Becker in 1989. The couple have two daughters, Cecilia and Josephine. "They remain devoted parents to their two daughters," Wang's company president Mario Grauso said in a statement.

A former figure skater, Wang has gone on to design dresses for Chelsea Clinton, Ivanka Trump, Victoria Beckham, Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Jennifer Garner, among others.








Qatari Group to Acquire Valentino for $850 Million

New York Times

Valerio Mezzanotti for The New York TimesFrom the Valentino Fashion Show Collection Couture Spring/Summer 2012. LONDON –
LONDON – The private equity firm Permira agreed on Thursday to sell the luxury fashion company Valentino Fashion Group to Mayhoola for Investments, a Qatari investment group.





Chenoweth injured on NYC set of 'The Good Wife'

Superior Telegram

11, 2012 file photo, actress Kristen Chenoweth attends the Herve Leger Fall 2012 show during Fashion Week in New York. Chenoweth has been taken to the hospital Wednesday, July 11, 2012, after suffering an injury on the set of the CBS drama, "The Good Wife"
and taken by ambulance to a hospital, her publicist and the show's producer said.


Chenoweth's medical condition following the Wednesday afternoon accident in New York was not disclosed by publicist Jill Fritzo or CBS Television Studios. It was not immediately known if she was hospitalized.

According to Fritzo, Chenoweth was hit in the head by scaffolding. In a statement, the studio described the equipment involved differently.

"While filming a scene for 'The Good Wife' in Brooklyn, a gust of wind blew a lighting silk out of place striking actress Kristin Chenoweth," the studio said. Lighting silk is cloth used to soften or deflect artificial light or sunlight during shooting.

The 43-year-old actress was treated on the set by the show's medic, then taken by a New York Fire Department emergency medical team to a hospital, the studio said.



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http://www.superiortelegram.com/event/article/id/68061/





Syracuse high school alum throws a hometown fashion show

Syracuse.com

Bingham High School grad Ke’Sean Lyons has spent the last few years stitching together opportunities and is back home to show what he has achieved to some of the people who helped him achieve it.

They include his mom, his high school fashion technology teacher, staff from On Point for College and from Say Yes to Education, nonprofit organizations that helped Lyons get into college and secure free college tuition.


Lyons, 20, who graduated in 2010, is home on a break from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Saturday he will put on a show with his own money to showcase his designs.

Three other young, former Syracuse school district students will show collections, too. — Adrianna Benton, Me’Lisa Matthews and Bilaya Jackson. Like Lyons, Benton and Jackson were students in the Syracuse school district’s fashion technology classes.

Since May 19, when Lyons got home from school, he designed and sewed 15 outfits for men and women, secured the venue for the show and recruited friends to model. He’s hoping to make enough in ticket sales to cover the $700 or so the venture is costing him.



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http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2012/07/syracuse_high_school_alum_thro.html