Korean Singing Sensation Bai Yu

Backstage interview at the Son Jung Wan show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week with Bai Yu.

Julie Haus s/s 2010

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

We have to say that Julie Haus Spring 2010 definitely has great potential. The Circus there was quite a variety in fabrics and designs, and we assume that the “shoes” were to bring attention to the clothing, because it definitely turned our eyes upward! It was a tumultuous sea of emotions.

We are big fans of lace—truly we are. HOWEVER, the “Burlesque-inspired” came off as 80’s Madonna-inspired. This is the ultimate proof that history is repeating itself— Fashion Week is no exception. The Burlesque is being ruminated entirely too much to not have evolved into something great. We encourage innovation.

On the other hand, we love the idea of a Dark Spring. The Wheeler Trouser really complemented the tank. The jumpers and rompers caught our attention. In this portion, there was so much variety that it definitely brought a “wow” factor. When we saw the Hannah Romper, we couldn’t help but smile. It was something different. Everything thereafter had something to it. Within the Charlie Chaplin “Circus” spectrum, there was variety.

We left Julie Haus wanting more, and not because we didn’t get enough; we wanted more because we couldn’t get enough of what we saw. nyfw

Sneak Peek At Tracy Reese Spring 2010

I'm really excited about the Tracy Reese show as I am every #nyfw. She really knows how to make a woman look beautiful. The collection is a study of juxtapositions: the contrast between architectural and relaxed silhouettes, hard and soft, sheer and opaque. I'm sure it will be yet another fabulous collection.

Fashion's Night Out

Christian Cota Designs Philharmonic Style

Fashion Group International's 2009 Rising Star Award winner Christian Cota has been hand selected to design an outfit for orchestra conductor Alondra de la Parra, who at age 28 is the youngest woman to conduct in NYC. Alondra will conduct her orchestra, The New York-based Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas in Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall on Thursday, May 14th. Cota is also designing a gown for Alondra to be worn at the post-concert gala dinner at the Mandarin Oriental.

Monarchy Final Walk

Ashleigh Verrier and Troy Artis chat in the Red Dress Lounge

Sony Vaio Manequins at New York Fashion Week

During New York Fashion Week, the Sony Vaio Manequins made there way to Bryant Park. Yoanna House, America Next Top Model season 1 winner interviewed fashionistas at the tents. Jennifer Love Hewitt is just adorable in this video. See the Sony commercial on youtube loaded with fabulous fashion faces.

Sioloonim Collection

I had the wonderful pleasure of interviewing designer Minoo for the Sioloonim collection at their New York launch and cocktail reception. It was a cold night in the Big Apple, we just left the tents at Bryant Park after viewing the Christian Siriano show. Crossing 5th Avenue we saw good looking men serving cocktails to a packed house through a huge window. We knew we were headed to the right spot for the evening. The event was packed with fashionistas whom we have seen throughout the week at shows and events. Models were mixing with the crowd wearing Sioloonim. After celebrating, we made our way upstairs to the showroom to speak with Minoo and I absolutely loved her spirit!

Basso Simply Beautiful

Dennis Basso showed a very luxurious collection for Fall/Winter 2009. Silk-satin, silk-crepe, silk-taffeta were paired with mink, alligator, fox and chinchilla for a breath taking presentation. Asymmetrical jackets, fitted waistlines and architectural shapes made the modern woman look devine. The show was one of the best of New York Fashion Week.

The Tony Cohen Collection

Tony Cohen Fall 2009 collection show at New York Fashion Week was full of delicious clothing. Lot's of long beautiful hair on the models. I love that the print on the invitations was used for some of the pieces in the collection, very innovative and clever. The collection was fresh, fabulous and fun. Asymmetrical dresses, cashmere wool coats and my favorite those awesome leather stretch leggings.

Tim Gunn And Troy Artis

Diane Von Furstenberg's Autumn\Winter 09 show at Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week.

Akiko Ogawa Power

Pulsating beats, asymmetrical coats, Swarovski crystals, sculptured hair and gladiator platforms ruled the runway at the Okiko Ogawa show. Pre-show music reminded me of a Saturday night at the Palladium in New York city back in the day. Essence, Vogue and Zink magazine were in the audience. I knew it was going to be one of the hot shows at new York Fashion Week.

The show opened with dramatic uneven hemline skirts paired with fine tailored asymmetrical jackets. The collection was full of cashmere, wool jersey and silk chiffon. My favorite was the gradation dyed wool jacket. There were a total of 36 looks for Autumn/Winter 2009

Hot Heels At New York Fashion Week

During New York Fashion Week we went on a quest to find "Hot Heels" and we found some great ones. I must say people were happy to have their footwear photographed.

The Monarchy Brigade

Monarchy Fall/Winter collection at New York Fashion Week was a brigade of fabulous hats designed by Muehlbauer and Bictor Osbnorne, hoods, military jackets with strong lines and fierce tailoring. Designer Eric Kim created an architectural military inspired theme for his show. Trench coats, lambskin hooded leather jackets, asymmetrical cardigans and long wool double breasted coats. Monarchy are perfectionists at designing spectacular outer wear.

The Details of Verrier

It’s all in the details. Designer Verrier’s Fall/ Winter 2009 collection at Fashion Week showcased looks both ultra feminine and classic with great detailing. Pleating, ruffling and draping pulled together the common theme throughout the collection. Fantasy trench coats embellished with jewels stunned the audience. Her use of color and soft fabrics mixed with structured cuts made for a wonderful show. Ashleigh Verrier has built an incredible successful licensing partnership in Japan. Her first store opened this past year and she is slated to open 10 more. Verrier is well on its way to becoming an international fashion sensation.

Christian Cota Presentation 09

Christian Cota 2009 Fashion Group International's Rising Star Award winner.

Red Dress Success 09

The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection 2009 Fashion Show married entertainment and fashion in a much-anticipated event to raise awareness for women's heart disease. Timm Gunn gave a heart felt welcome message to start the show. The most fabulous moment for me was seeing Lynda Carter & Cicely Tyson, they both looked divine. I enjoyed the show with Imani Greene, Vice President Media Director of Ogilvy PR and Angelica.

Amanda Bines in Daniel Swarovski
Vivica A Fox in Jenny Packham
Kristi Yamaguchi in Vera Wang
Jennie Garth in Badgley Mischka
Lynda Carter in Carolina Herrera
Natasha Henstridge in Verrier
Tori Spelling in Betsey Johnson
Daisy Fuentes in Pamella Rolland
Nia Long in Tracy Reese
Brittany Snow in Marchesa
Amanda Beard in Cushnie Et Ochs
Cicely Tyson in B. Michaels
Hillary Duff in Donna Karan
Natisha Liukin in Max Azria
Patricia Arquette in Nichole Miller
Jane Kaczmarek in Michael Kors
Katie Couric in Carmen Marc Valvo
Valerie Bertinelli in Christian Siriano
Samantha Harris in David Meister
Susan Lucci in Gustavo Cadile

Ecco Domani Brings Fresh New Talent To The Forefront

Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation kicked off New York Fashion Week with a fabulous breakfast to salute the winners of their annual competition. The foundation recognizes and supports the careers of talented emerging fashion designers. Each year, seven designers win an extraordinary opportunity to showcase their collection during New York's fall fashion week.Robert Verdi hosted the event in his gorgeous Luxe Laboratory on West 30th street. Zac Posen, a previous winner was on hand to inspire the winners. The foundation introduces new talent to the fashion world. My pick is the design team of Corpus out of LA.