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Korto Momolu’s Future Chic Amidst Modern Times | March 9, 2012

Korto Momolu’s Future Chic Amidst Modern Times

Bryant Park Hotel celebrated New York Fashion Week by presenting women’s wear designer Korto Momolu’s collection entitled “Monaco.” Korto Momolu (pronounced Cut•Toe – Mo•Mo•Lu), recently recognized by The Grio’s 100 as ”One to Watch,” is a fashion designer originally born in Monrovia, Liberia who was raised in Canada after Liberia’s civil war. Korto’s rise to fashion stardom came with her participation on Bravo TV’s Project Runway Season 5, in which she was named Fan Favorite and Runner Up. Expanding on the designer’s vision of femininity, elegance, and futurism, this Autumn/Winter 2012 season draws inspiration from starlets, fashion icons, and … Read More »

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James Vincent Helps You Achieve Red Carpet Glamour | March 6, 2012

James Vincent Helps You Achieve Red Carpet Glamour

Makeup artist James Vincent, whose work has been in almost every makeup genre, including film, television, runway, and more, dishes on the beauty trends seen at the Academy Awards and tells you how to achieve it at home:

Red lips were all the rage at New York Fashion Week and Hollywood continued the trend as A-List actresses wore crimson and classic red shades onto the Red Carpet at this year’s Academy Awards. From the bold red shades worn by Rooney Mara and Milla Jovovich, to the sexy red worn by Angelina Jolie, and Michelle Williams’ more subtle shade, these red lips made their mark on the evening’s makeup. Red lipstick is easy … Read More »

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Luxe Gowns Shown at MBFW by Venexiana | February 28, 2012

Luxe Gowns Shown at MBFW by Venexiana

Written by Roxana Hernandez

The Venexiana Fall 2012 Collection, by designer Kati Stern, paraded down the runway February 11 at Lincoln Center. Celebrities like stylist Jeannie Mai and New York Housewife Alex McCord were in attendance.

Her show was beautiful and very glamorous. There were a lot of gold and silver metallics, black lace and fur. Her statement dresses were beautiful and red carpet ready.

There was also a lot of white sheer shirts with tiered ruffles and long black velvet skirts. Her dresses had floral prints and black lace floral. Other colors she used were a deep rose red, dark steel, and … Read More »

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Tracy Reese Fall 2012 Collection | February 27, 2012

Tracy Reese Fall 2012 Collection

On Sunday, February 12 at The Studio in Lincoln Center, designer Tracy Reese debuted her Fall 2012 collection. Reese offers an optimistic color palette of vibrant tomato, juniper green and lemon, along with enlivening neutral browns, grays and blacks. A mixture of fabric, textures and embellishments create dimension on tailored silhouettes, abundant with refined craftsmanship details. Bold pops of fiery tomato orange energize the classic contrast of black and white, rejuvenating the time-honored combination. Subtle peplums update classic styles that remain flattering and wearable.

For her debut show, there were quite a few celebrities in attendance, including: Nikki Reed (“Twilight”), Kate Mara (“127 Hours” … Read More »

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EMERSON Fall/Winter 2012 Collection | February 23, 2012

EMERSON Fall/Winter 2012 Collection

Drawing inspiration from the aftermath of the WWII bombings in Dresden, Germany and from the new and thriving female workforce of the 1940s, designer Jackie Fraser-Swan creates a one-of-a-kind collection for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Both masculine and feminine elements are brought together to make an amazing collection that would go great with almost anything. The colors are predominately black and white with occasional pops of color here and there to add some spice. Black lace accents along with black and grey denim and asymmetrical silk tops give off a powerful yet subtly feminine feel.

This collection is perfect for the modern … Read More »

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Bloody Marys Anyone? Heidi Gardner Presents Her Fall 12 Jewelry Line | February 23, 2012

Bloody Marys Anyone? Heidi Gardner Presents Her Fall 12 Jewelry Line

Written by Roxana Hernandez

Heidi Gardner’s jewelry presentation at the Hotel Americano was bloody awesome. Greeters lead guests downstairs to the basement where there was a lounge set up with her jewelry on display. Her collection lay on top of real animal hide while a slide-show was playing of her jewelry on dead animals- mostly some type of bird, I think it was a chicken.

Her jewelry line was made up of pieces that looked like human bones, skulls, and squids. Guests were then all given a ticket and led to an elevator that brought us up to her main presentation. Only … Read More »

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Farah Angsana Stuns the Crowd with Showstopper Gown | February 23, 2012

Farah Angsana Stuns the Crowd with Showstopper Gown

Ballroom gowns and cocktail attire—Farah Angsana has got you covered! Her jaw-dropping line for Fall/Winter 2012 hit the runway was an instant success and crowd pleaser at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Inspired by the jet-setter lifestyle, Farah exemplifies the lifestyle herself by living a lifestyle of glamour and culture, and appreciating the fine attention to detailing in luxury. You can see her line on places such as the red carpet, high society events in big cities such as Hong Kong, Shanghai, Paris, New York, Rome, London, Dubai, and elsewhere around the globe.

Simple, sleek colors such as silver and black made up … Read More »

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Reem Acra Hits the Stage at Lincoln Center | February 21, 2012

Reem Acra Hits the Stage at Lincoln Center

Reem Acra showed true Feminine Power at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for the Fall 12 line. With an extra spotlight now on the designer since Madonna recently wore a Reem Acra gown to the Globes, all eyes are on the designer’s line to see what was going to come out next. Leather outfits, mixed in with lace underpinnings of lace and chiffons graced the runway on Sunday. This line was put together like a unique puzzle—mixed with bold contrasting fabrics, patterns and textures. Some of the looks were extra luxe with fur necklines—perfect for the Fall/Winter season. Feminine Power is a … Read More »

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