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Posted by on Sep 6, 2013 in Fashion |

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week S 2014

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York kicked off yesterday with an extensive array of parties, runways and presentations. The fact that High Holidays is falling over the first have has caused a bit of consternation for those observing the Jewish Holiday, but it appears business as usual for the most part.

I was scheduled to head out tomorrow with a good lineup, but just got exciting personal news on this end and I’ll need to bump my trip until February.

No, I’m not pregnant.

Check back for reports on the trends as they head down the runway.

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Posted by on Sep 13, 2012 in Fashion | 0 comments

Juicy Couture: s 2013 Fashion Week

For Spring 2013, Juicy Couture celebrates the modern Pin Up girl, putting an LA spin on the 1950’s color, styling and silhouettes. Threaded with bursts of pattern, print and graphic stripes, fresh takes on classic references and pretty wardrobe essentials, the collection explores the many facets of girlish and over-the-top femininity.

To introduce the line, Juicy Couture got the girls on film for a special presentation at Lincoln Center.  Those stripes look fabulous, and are everywhere this (upcoming) season.

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Posted by on Sep 13, 2012 in Beauty, Fashion | 0 comments

Revlon Global Artistic Director, Gucci Westman Created Natural Beauty for J Mendel: s2013 Fashion Week

Revlon Global Artistic Director, Gucci Westman, celebrated girlish, natural beauty with matte brown eyes and nude lips for J Mendel’s Spring/Summer 2013 collection.

“I wanted to create a look that is universally beautiful, that any girl would want to wear.” says Westman. “Because the collection has so many bold and bright colors and patterns, I kept it pretty simple and fresh. I started with a muted brown shadow on the eyes, lined the inner rim, then added mascara to both the top and bottom lashes to make the eyes pop. A warm flush of peach on the cheeks and a simple glossy lip rounded out the look.”

For a classic meets modern look, celebrity manicurist, Jin Soon Choi chose a timeless nude color for the hands and paired it with something more unexpected and fun on the toes. Choi used bright red, purple and pink on the toes, depending on the model.

REVLON PRODUCTS TO GET THE LOOK:

FACE:

Revlon PhotoReady Bronzer in Bronzed and Chic, $12.99

Revlon Baby Stick for Lips and Cheeks in Tahitian from The Spring/Summer ’13 Collection by Gucci Westman (worn on cheeks), price TBD (available May 2013)

EYES:
Revlon ColorStay 16H Eye Shadow Palette in Addictive, $7.49

Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Brown, $7.99

Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara in Black, $7.49

LIPS:

Revlon ColorBurst Lipgloss in Bellini, $7.49

NAIL:

Revlon Nail Enamel in Trade Winds from The Spring/Summer ’13 Collection by Gucci Westman (worn on fingernails), price TBD (available May 2013)
Revlon Nail Enamel in Angelic, Fearless or Impulsive depending on the model (worn on toenails) , $4.99

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Posted by on Sep 9, 2012 in Beauty | 0 comments

Altuzarra: Hair by Fekkai/Paul Hanlon – Fashion Week s2013

Paul Hanlon for Fekkai breaks out of his fab, rock & roll hair, to create equally fab “small, strict, precise” hair that perfectly complimented Altuzarra’s detail oriented collection.

The style is elegant and beautifully chic with an equestrian feel.

Get the look at home!

  • Prep the hair by applying Fekkai Full Blown Styling Whip to wet hair.
  • Blow-dry the hair smooth and flat and create a straight side part.
  • Divide the hair into small sections lightly spraying them with Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hair Spray.
  • Once all sections have been sprayed, blow-dry each section again, this time towards of the nape of the neck, where the ponytail will start. Tie an elastic band around all of the hair, creating a low ponytail.
  • Spray the ponytail with Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Sheer Shine Mist to give the hair a clean and shiny surface.
  • Create a loop with the ponytail by pinning the hair about three inches down from the elastic just below where the hair is tied back. Take the remaining ends of the hair and loop them around the base of the ponytail to create the bow.
  • Spray the whole head with Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hair Spray.
  • To complete the look and clean up any fly-aways, run a hot curling iron over the surface of then finish with a final spray of Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Sheer Shine Mist.

All Products by Fekkai: Fekkai Advanced Full Blown Volume Styling Whip ($25); Fekkai Advanced Brilliant Glossing Sheer Shine Mist ($25); Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hair Spray ($25); AVAILABLE AT FEKKAI.COM, FEKKAI SALONS, NORDSTROM, NEIMAN MARCUS, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE.

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Posted by on Sep 5, 2012 in Fashion | 0 comments

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week begins tomorrow

Let the games begin

MBFW New York officially kicks off tomorrow with Fashion’s Night Out (happening nationwide – check your local area for special retail happenings)

Last season I had a tail busting 35+ shows.

This season, life gets in the way.

  After years of being a four dog household, the canines went one by one to that doggy park in the sky.  It was sad, and my little boy was heartbroken.

So after declaring our house a pet-free zone, my husband naturally caved after 8 weeks and came home with a puppy.

Last week, she went bounding off to greet a neighbor and was hit on her way back.

Ouch, that smarts!

8 pins, a metal plate and lot of sedatives later, she’ll be just fine. 

In two more months. 

New York fashion week is out for me.  BUT, I am happy to say the (albeit scaled down) Solessence beat will be covered by the lovely handled via generous PR direct updates, so I look forward to getting you coverage for this exciting season.

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Posted by on Jul 3, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Ruffian – MAC Cosmetics launch fashion week inspired press-on nails

Anyone that follows this site knows that the simple but exquisite Ruffian nail from Fashion Week 2010 is my favorite nail of all time. Created by CND, it’s a foil moon at the base of the nail, with either black or blue matte. Genius.

Indeed, Ruffian is a line CND has created some of the most arresting looks for on the catwalk, including this monogrammed moon manicure from Fashion Week also during 2010 (s/s 2011)

That’s why I’m both excited and perplexed that Ruffian has released a limited edition collection of these exact nail looks…via MAC?

Demilune

Spectator

Demoiselle

These limited edition nails run $25 a set of 24 and are available only at MAC online or in a MAC store.

I love seeing runway looks jump to real life (another was earlier in the year when Zooey Deschanel attempted the CND Ruffian tuxedo look).

What do you think about this press-on effort?  Will you be getting a set of the nails? If so, which one/s?

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Posted by on Jan 29, 2012 in Uncategorized | 14 comments

New York Fashion Week: Goodness – because a girl’s gotta eat!

“I founded GOODNESS to provide quick and healthy food in a space that’s close to Lincoln Center,” explains Elettra Wiedemann. “But this season we’re offering so much more. As a CFDA Health Initiative Ambassador, I am so happy to have them join us.”

Elettra Wiedemann, the face of Lancôme, is bringing her full service pop-up restaurant, GOODNESS back to Fashion Week this season.

This year GOODNESS will be held at the Robert, located on the top of the Museum of Art and Design, and this season “GOODNESS” will be featuring a different collection of prominent NYC-based chefs. Everyday from Feb. 11-14 “GOODNESS” will provide fresh, healthy and delicious food to the fashion community. The line-up includes:Mario Batali, Leo Forneas, Alain Allegretti and Julian Medina. GOODNESS has earned the CFDA’s Health Initiative Stamp of Approval.

Location: ROBERT at Museum of Arts and Design http://robertnyc.com/

Address: 2 Columbus Circle, 9th floor, NY, NY 10019 ( located on the top of the Museum of Art and Design)

Dates: Saturday, Feb 11th – Tuesday Feb 14th

Serving lunch: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Featured chefs:

Mario Batali of Babbo – Saturday, Feb 11th
Leo Forneas of ROBERT – Sunday, Feb 12th
Alain Allegretti of La Promenade des Anglais – Monday, Feb 13th
Julian Medina of Toloache – Tuesday, Feb 14th

Menu: Prix fixe menu ($35) includes 1 appetizer, 1 soup, 2 entrees and 1 dessert

GOODNESS is open to the public and reservations are now being accepted on www.goodnesspopup.com.

Official Sponsors/Partners include: The Daily Front Row, CFDA, Renaissance Hotels, Lancôme, Circa, Kanon Vodka,Vita Coco, Ty-Ku and City Harvest.

See you at the table!

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Posted by on Nov 24, 2011 in Uncategorized | 1 comment

That mystery Fashion Week necklace has been identified!

If you were on my Facebook site around Fashion Week, you might remember me posting on this mystery necklace that was appearing seemingly EVERYWHERE.  I began to wonder if this gorgeous piece was getting handed out as party favors.  Alas, I finally found out that this is a Pegasus Necklace and it can be purchased here . The reason it was everywhere? Turns out it was pulled by Lucky Magazine and Vogue for editorial shoots, so I’m not the only one with good taste.  This is a show stopper and looks as well with a dressed up look as it does casual.  Go get yours now.

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Posted by on Oct 1, 2011 in Uncategorized | 1 comment

NYFW Prabal Gurung ss 2012 – Frederic Fekkai Hair by Didier Malige

Prabal Gurung’s models were sporting a slightly futuristic and a very DIY, wash-and-comb set for his spring 2012 collection.  The intent was to show confidence and feminine toughness, as if wetting the hair by splashing the face after a workout.

The celebrity heavy show was treated to ultra feminine frocks in violets, blacks, blues and whites.  To get Didier Malige’s look for Fekkai at home, follow these easy steps:

  1. Start by blow-drying hair straight, use a flat iron if necessary
  2. Mist water throughout the top half of the head
  3. Apply Fekkai COIFFTM Strong Hold Volume Mousse to wet hair to provide extra hold
  4. Use a fine comb to create a center part and comb the mousse through the hair resulting in a slicked-back look
  5. Spray Fekkai Advanced BRILLANT GLOSSINGTM Sheer Shine Mist over the wet hair for additional shine
  6. Use the low setting on a hairdryer to set the look while maintaining the sleek, wet effect created in the front
  7. Leave the bottom portion of the hair dry and natural
  8. Secure the look with Fekkai COIFFTM Sheer Hold Hairspray

Nicki Minaj. Wonder if she’ll try the look?

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Posted by on Sep 24, 2011 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

She’s Got the Look: Jin Soon for Sally Hansen at Prabal Gurung – MBFW ss 2012

No detail was left out to ensure Prabal Gurung’s showing was a cohesive collection.  Beautiful purples dominated from clothes to lips to nails.

Did you know Prabal Gurung collabs with Sally Hansen each season on a new color specific to his collection?  For ss 2012, he created a dark, nearly black yet glowing purple called “Loves-Me-Not” in the Complete Salon Manicure formula that is a stunner.  Celebrity manicurist Jin Soon Choi took it one step further and layered the dark over Sally Hansen’s Lacey Lilac Xtreme Wear base. You can see better detail on the sample nails in the photo below:

“Loves-Me-Not” becomes available on counters everywhere Sally Hansen is sold around April 2012.

For the runway, the manicures were applied on the spot.  Jin Soon shared with me how to get this look, and you can do it at home or salon as well.  It is similar to the CND Moon nail that was my favorite of all time so you know I am all over this look. Watch the video and see why Jin says the Sally Hansen brush is made for this type of art:

Like it?  Will you try it?

A look at Gurung’s collection gives you an idea of how perfectly this nail completed the look.

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Posted by on Sep 20, 2011 in Uncategorized | 1 comment

CND Pretty Poison nails at Jen Kao: MBFW

CND created some crazy beautiful nails at Jen Kao this, their 15th year at Fashion Week New York

Leah models the complete look – it was her birthday

The premise was partially based on a “bad girl” so the base was spray-painted black with strong colors faded to the tips.  While models wore one color, CND’s Jan Arnold donned different colored tips for a poisonous frog look.  I actually saw a poisonous frog exhibit earlier this year at MPM and the nails took me right back.  I’ve been obsessing.



You don’t need a spray paint machine to get this look at home or salon. Check out the gorgeous Wanda Ruiz as she shares for ways you can achieve this dramatic look. Here’s to another fabulous 15 years CND!

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Posted by on Sep 8, 2011 in Uncategorized | 2 comments

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Begins s/s 2012 Coverage 9/8/2011

Lincoln Center gets a facelift with a sexy new facade

It’s that time again!  This year marks the one year anniversary that Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week moved from Bryant Park to Lincoln Center, as well as the 10 year anniversary of 9/11.  Many changes are underfoot as IMG continues to shape and mold the new space, the latest being a brilliant new face that will add a little pizazz to the more formal architecture of the existing structure, as well as allow for “flexibility…over the next couple of seasons to explore digital integration and other technology driven enhancements,” said Peter Levy, SVP Managing Director, IMG Fashion Worldwide.

There is a huge digital board inside that projects previous runways throughout the week and it is a bit of a thrill to relive a show, or catch a glimpse of one you weren’t privy to be in attendance.  I’m getting chills thinking of that happening in some form outside for the world to see.

Aside from a gratefully long list of shows to cover, both front and backstage, this season I’m also going to be working an event with CND (more on that later, but it does involve Shellac). Don’t forget to get your free mani’s on Fashion’s Night Out! (no, that isn’t it either)

You can check out some of my coverage from last year here and here and here and here and here.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week will take over New York City as thousands of fashion insiders gather to see the newest collections of over 99 designers. The Spring 2012 Collections will feature Nicholas K, Porter Grey, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Richard Chai, Supima, Tadashi Shoji, Candela, EMERSON, Project Runway, Electric Feathers, Luca Luca, General Idea, Rebecca Taylor, Mara Hoffman, Helen Yarmak, Tommy Hilfiger Men’s, Nicole Miller, Joy Cioci, Concept Korea, Cynthia Rowley, Academy of Art University, Falguni & Shane Peacock, Ruffian, Lacoste, Pink Tartan, Jill Stuart, Son Jung Wan, ADAM, Vivienne Tam, Farah Angsana, Honor, Charlotte Ronson, Monique Lhuillier, Rafael Cennamo, Eva Minge, Venexiana, Katya Leonovich, Lela Rose, Derek Lam, DKNY, Tracy Reese, L.A.M.B., Diane von Furstenberg, Jen Kao, Y-3, GUiSHEM, Custo Barcelona, Tommy Hilfiger, Timo Weiland, Jenny Packham, Callula Lillibelle, Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele, Rebecca Minkoff, pamella roland, Donna Karan New York, VLOV – QingQing Wu, Yeohlee, Norman Ambrose, Betsey Johnson, Jad Ghandour, Perry Ellis, Michael Angel, Tory Burch, J.Crew, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Zang Toi, Diesel Black Gold, Bibhu Mohapatra, Hervé Léger by Max Azria, Argentine Designers, IMPROVD, Tibi, Narciso Rodriguez, Malan Breton, Norma Kamali, Rochambeau, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, PORTS 1961, J. Mendel, Nomia, Chado Ralph Rucci, Milly by Michelle Smith, Shamask, Anna Sui, Juan Carlos Obando, Elie Tahari, b Michael AMERICA, Ralph Lauren, Guli, Sergio Davila, Calvin Klein Collection, Naeem Khan, MADE IN AFRICA: by ARISE MAGAZINE, and Elene Cassis.

Title sponsor Mercedes-Benz is joined by DHL, American Express®, Maybelline New York, TRESemmé, W Hotels Worldwide, Fiber One® Bars, ideeli, FIJI Water and AriZona Beverages as well as the following media outlets: The New York Times, Women’s Wear Daily and Getty Images.

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Posted by on Jun 27, 2011 in Uncategorized | 1 comment

Josie Natori – the highs & lows in fashion for 2011/2012

Josie Natori, the designer famed for her seductive designs in the lingere department, has struck a deal with Target to create a line that will launch around October 31st for the Christmas season and January for Valentine’s Day.  The line will create a middle ground for the luxury cuts and fabrics she’s built her empire on.

But what will you wear over it?  The Natori collection, of course.

Natori’s presentation during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was filled with metal metal metal.  It started off with a custom kimono (available for order only)


Most of the collection was in black or muted tones, but when there was color, it popped.


I am completely enamored with hammered metal. As a belt and forearm cuff? Die.

The guests were stylin’ as well. Her eyes matched her fur which matched her matcha. Her lips and nails dead on. This is a case where I loved matchy-matchy.

This outfit is so fantastically 80’s!  It featured a top piece that acted like an infinity scarf or cowl neck, which could be removed. 

 

MAC’s Ruby Wu was the red lip of the day, with Old Gold pigment

Natori’s presentation centered around the Japanese Tea Ceremony

Of course I had to ask. Josie wore YSL nail lacquer.

and lous

For many more photos check out the Fashion Week tab at the top of the page and the video below:

 

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Posted by on Feb 16, 2011 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

TRESemme Works the Crowd at Fashion Week

Attending Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York? You’ve got one more day to treat your tresses by TRESemme. A sponsor of fashion week, they’ve taken over a huge corner with a two-story location where you can wait on white leather seating and get escorted upstairs to have your hair refreshed during the event.

Who will be working on your hair, you ask? This is way beyond beauty school trainee – a style team that includes the like of Jay Palaniuk, editorial hair stylist. Jay has worked on numerous covers and in-house events and will give you all the details to the science behind how the TRESemme products work to give your hair amazing style.

One of the mousse products contains special polymers that may eliminate the need for followup hairspray, depending on your style. You’ll get great shine and hold with less product (always a plus).

This is a perfect way to spend time between shows. This isn’t a popup but the waitlist has been long all week, and there is no mercy for the wanderer (your name will get erased and you’ve got to start at square one again). It’s okay, the Kefir people continually walk by with bottles, making sure you have enough sustinance for the wait.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion week through February 17th.

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Posted by on Feb 11, 2011 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

NYFW: Tadashi Shoji Fall 2011


This time around, Tadashi Shoji’s designs were flowy, often long and texturized with feathers, lace, rosettes and draping. Jeweled colored dresses that leave you feeling as if the sun is going to give a long, slow kiss goodbye into next season. Catch the runway finale at the end.




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Posted by on Feb 10, 2011 in Uncategorized | 4 comments

First Look: CND and Jason Wu Color Effects Collection

I first told you about the CND and Jason Wu collaboration here  but then it got even better. CND sent samples over of this limited edition collection which isn’t set to release in the US or Europe until May.  I’m actually going to Wu’s show tomorrow during Fashion Week where his models will be wearing debuting these new shades, and wanted to give you my impressions on the colors:

Miss Wu: This is must have – a stunning oyster with a pearlized matte finish.  Sound unusual?  It is.  Pearl is a big trend this season and Wu has captured it in what is also his signature color with Miss Wu.  The photo shows the color (dry) with the matte finish.  With a topcoat it gleams, but I like the unusual eggshell soft shine. 

Brigette: This dusty rose applies much lighter than the final look. The photo isn’t picking up much of the pink but it is very pretty. As with the other colors, this is soft and muted.

Sophia: When this color first went on, the model said “It reminds me of pantyhose.” We had a good laugh, but as soon as it dried we were oohing and ahhing. Although greige is on it’s last leg (it is rumored) this is a beautiful mushroom. It was complimentary with many colors.

strong>Veronica: This red is gorgeous, but it took several coats to achieve the same look. With the other muted tones it is a bit of a shocker in the set.

Tweed: Remember the Ralph Lauren designer paints that were poplular in the 90’s? I ALWAYS wondered when they would come out with a polish set that would mimic the offerings. This set comes with a bottle that is said to texturize the polish to look like tweed. It is reminiscent of fiber strengtheners, and when put on the nail, I’m not sure it made much of a difference. It looked more like your nails were done before bed and your hair stuck to it. A bit of topcoat completely erased any effect, and left all colors in a beautiful high shine. It’s a decent distraction.

This set becomes available in May and is sold by nail professionals only. If you are looking for soothingly muted colors, you’ll be very pleased with this Jason Wu and CND collaboration.

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Posted by on Feb 7, 2011 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

Off to Fashion Week!

I am off to New York to cover New York Fashion Week both front and backstage. Not only will you get fashion coverage, but there is some insider beauty info to reveal. I’ll have my laptop with me but I never seem to have great luck w/ hotel connections. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

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Posted by on Jan 22, 2011 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

When Worlds Collide: Jerseylicious Meets Elene Cassis

Jerseylicious and fashion – never the twain shall meet?  The Style Network is trying to change that with special guest appearances by designer Elene Cassis on the final two episodes of the season (January 23rd and January 30th).  Cassis is a recent Fashion Group International Women’s Ready-to-Wear finalist and will be showing again during Fashion Week in New York  this February. 

No clue if Cassis is making everyone over, but there will be a large audience from all walks watching.  The day this popped in my box, one of my clients (picture CEO entrenched in a very corporate world) had raved on and on about how she had hooked her daughter onto watching Jerseylicious and now both seriously addicted to the craze.  She’s not alone – the show is sure to get renewed. Catch the final episodes starting this Sunday and chime in on Cassis’ looks.

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Posted by on Jan 22, 2011 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

St. Pucchi Bridal Runway – 25th Anniversary

It takes a lot to run a business in fashion, and Rani Totman has led the way for St. Pucchi bridal for 25 years.  This in-demand couture bridal line started on a whim to create a finale wedding dress for charity, and has grown to dress celebrities and multiple sport figures wives alike.  St. Pucchi gowns often make their way to the screen (remember “Friends” Phoebe getting married in one?) because they are statement dresses.

For the 25th anniversary, a tribute was setup before the show featuring Rani’s own selection of gowns to represent the decades.  Chilled waters and flutes of champagne were sipped as I spoke with Rani’s daughter about the daunting task of selecting the specific gowns to bring, and it was a great perspective.  Photographs highlighted other looks over the years, and Rani’s press photograph was framed to sign.  Want to see more?  Check this post to see a brief chat with Rani herself discussing the beauty aspect.

Then the show!

Oh the gowns – there are  many of them – and I have them all here for you to view. 

Rani Totman makes use of feathers, beading, ribbons and anything else her heart fancies:

With a few mischevious touches (Yes, that is a peek-a-boo corset. Wait until you see the front):

[flagallery gid=10 name=”St Pucchi part 1″]

A bit of lace ( all nails by Zoya Nail Polish):

I think this model must be a fav or some sort of muse because she is pictured over the years in St. Pucchi gowns.  I love her!  Isn’t her look reminiscent of Paulina Porizkova?

Some intense beading:

The crowd went wild for this gown:

And flowers:

Of course, the main theme was butterflies, pulling in the original element from her first show in 1985.  This time, her runway opened and closed with butterflies seemingly flitting over an ivory, then lilac train, and butterflies also accessorized the hair and bouquets.

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Want to see St. Pucchi in action?  YouTube has put a worldwide block on my videos because of the runway music (really YouTube?) but you can view them here:

 

Trunk shows are starting to book.  If you would like to view these wedding gowns, please contact St. Pucchi or your local bridal boutique to inquire about the line.   

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Posted by on Jan 20, 2011 in Uncategorized | 5 comments

St. Pucchi Couture Bridal Runway – 25th Anniversary

It takes a lot to run a business in fashion, and Rani Totman has led the way for St. Pucchi bridal for 25 years.  This in-demand couture bridal line started at the whim of a request, and has grown to dress celebrities and multiple sport figures wives alike.  St. Pucchi gowns often make their way to the screen (remember “Friends” Phoebe getting married in one?) because they are statement dresses.

For the 25th anniversary, a tribute was setup before the show featuring Rani’s own selection of gowns to represent the decades.  Chilled waters and flutes of champagne were sipped as I spoke with Rani’s daughter about the daunting task of selecting the specific gowns to bring, and it was a great perspective.  Photographs highlighted other looks over the years, and Rani’s press photograph was framed to sign.  Want to see more?  Check this post to see a brief chat with Rani herself discussing the beauty aspect.

Then the show!

Oh the gowns – there are  many of them – and I have them all here for you to view. 

Rani Totman makes use of feathers, beading, ribbons and anything else her heart fancies:

With a few mischevious touches (Yes, that is a peek-a-boo corset. Wait until you see the front!):

[flagallery gid=10 name=”St Pucchi part 1″]

A bit of lace ( all nails by Zoya Nail Polish):

I think this model must be a fav or some sort of muse because she is pictured over the years in St. Pucchi gowns.  I love her!  Isn’t her look reminiscent of Paulina Porizkova?

Some intense beading:

And flowers:

[flagallery gid=11 name=”Gallery”]

Want to see them in action?  YouTube has put a worldwide block on my videos because of the runway music (really YouTube?) but you can view them here:

 

Trunk shows are starting to book.  Please contact St. Pucchi or your local bridal boutique to inquire about the line.   

 

 

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Posted by on Jan 13, 2011 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Zoya Nails at St. Pucchi 25th Anniversary Bridal Runway

The Look at St. Pucchi? Romance!

Zoya Nail Polish graced the hands at St. Pucchi’s 25th Anniversary Bridal Runway show.   Zoya’s manicurist Sunshine chose two different silvers (Trixie, left and Laney, right) to highlight the beauty of the dresses:

Trixie is described as ” Stunning light silver with a sparkling metallic foil finish. A chic and edgy shade that adds a spark to your look.”  

Of Laney, Sunshine described the selection as this: “St Pucchi bridal gowns are very whimsical so Laney went extremely well because it also has that same type of pretty (silver metallic duochrome with hint of green). Some of the gowns also had a silver/lavender hue to them so when put together they were match made in heaven.”

I can attest that the nails were very eyecatching and the Laney often pulled other tones in.  Check out this quick video on the preview to the show with Rani Totman and her concept of St. Pucchi beauty.  The full collection will be up tomorrow.

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Posted by on Jan 11, 2011 in Uncategorized | 2 comments

Fashion Forward: Minkoff tries on CMO Saynt for Size

Saynt tweets his first day on the job

What a difference two years makes.  In February 2009, Daniel Saynt was telling Solessence BlogTalk Radio listeners his side of the story regarding the controversial rumors to his organizing a bumrush of fashion week tents.  Today, it was announced that fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff has tapped this pretty pony as Chief Marketing Officer for her beloved line.  According to Minkoff’s missive as released by The Cut, she sums up the decision this way:

 “We feel bloggers and social media are playing a key role in the quickly changing industry, and we are shaping future marketing initiatives around these channels. Daniel’s experience will be an invaluable asset to Rebecca Minkoff moving forward. We plan to be a leader in the democratization of fashion, and Daniel will help guide us in that path.”

 FashionIndie.com is known for edgier looks, reporting and attitude, and there is no question Saynt was brilliant running the game.   It will be an interesting journey to see Minkoff getting her money’s worth. 

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Posted by on Jan 11, 2011 in Uncategorized | 2 comments

Zoya Nail Polish: Intimate Collection available 1/15/11

These Zoya metallics and creams will transition you from winter to spring starting January 15th

Ready to capture the look of New York Fashion Week 2011 on your fingers? Zoya presents the Intimate collection, a set of six nail lacquers ‘developed for and inspired by the runways’ that are free of toluene, camphor, formaldehyde,
formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate (DBP).

Zoya Intimate Collection:
Marley (ZP542) – lavender pink with a whisper of metallic
Dove (ZP541) – delicate, pale gray cream
Caitlin (ZP540) – misty, moody gray violet cream
Dannii (ZP537) – sparkling, enchanted orchid metallic
Jules (ZP538) – soft, glimmering gold kiss metallic
Gemma (ZP544) – mysterious green/purple duotone metallic

Place your order at http://www.zoya.com .

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Posted by on Aug 14, 2010 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Fashion’s Night Out NY 2010 – Get Your Tickets Here?

It’s open season during New York’s Fashion Week.

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New York is taking a page from reality and banking on massclusivity to help stimulate the economy.  This year, they’ll combine the couture allure of the invitation-only event of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York and feature a runway show for Fashion’s Night Out.  With current season designs.  Say what?  That’s right. They’ll actually show Fall/Winter clothes during the appropriate season.  And,  also? You can buy tickets to the event.

Here’s how it works:

Fashion Week New York : September 9-16, 2010

The focus is always on the next season – fall shows feature spring/summer designs, winter shows feature spring/summer designs.  Designers get x number of invitations depending on the size of the show location they have rented, and designers extend invitations to the show.  This setup allows industry insiders to prepare for what is coming ahead, adjust for production, give magazines and other publications requiring long lead times a chance to get writeup the trends for subscribers.  Attendees, made up of media, buyers and starlets, are privy to the future looks of fashion. This is not a shopping model. The event is not open to the public.

Fashion’s Night Out:  September 10, 2010    Runway:  September 7, 2010

Last year’s effort focused on getting people back into the stores.  Launched by New York Mayor Bloomberg and Vogue’s editor Anna Wintour, the very public, shopping focused event was a welcomed, city-wide embrace of retailers courting the public.

This year, it will also be used to remind people to stay in the present.  1500 tickets will be made available at $25 a piece for attendees to view the trends projected at FW last February – trends filling the stores now.  The pieces, all selected by Vogue, were pulled to represent a cross-selection of trends to inspire shoppers’ wish lists for the main event on the 10th.  This event is open to the public.

As the world increasingly turns to Target for designer collections (even before the collapse of ’08), buries couture houses and kills off magazines in lieu of instant digital information, fashion needs more events like this to gain sure footing.  In the new media culture, a little inclusion goes a long way to creating loyalty.  A runway show based on the here and now of the fantasy world of fashion? Inspiring.

Sign up now for information on the worldwide event and be one of the first to get your tickets for the September 7th show. www.fashionsnightout.com

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Posted by on Feb 14, 2010 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

MBFW – f/w 2010 – Ruffian

You’ve gotta forgive me, I’m a little slow on the draw right now.   Fashion Week is in full swing, last time at the tents.  Too many changes going on to attend, but there are some exciting bright spots.  The nails at Ruffian, by CND, were gorgeous!  Matte over blue over foil.

Modelruffian_gThose stockings are oh-so-familiar.  Love/Hate.

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Posted by on Feb 5, 2009 in Uncategorized | 2 comments

Fashion/Beauty & the Beast of an Economy 2/11/09 1pm

***Time has been moved from Monday to Wednesday***
Join us and call in with your questions or opinions:
Call-in Number: (646) 727-3741

GUEST BRYAN VIPER (Bryan Viper Creative) is entrenched in the beauty/fashion industry, working with notables Billy B , Syd Curry, Rare NYC Hair, and more, discusses upcoming influential Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in NYC and how the economy has changed the game for makeup artists & designers in 2009.

GUEST FRANK KEPPLER of the popular Brew City Brand brings it home to Milwaukee discussing fashion apparel/manufacturing in the Third Ward and how to keep innovative when the economy dips.

BONUS BEAUTY SEGMENT: Guest – I’m Having a Breast Reduction! Our guest is undergoing the knife on the 12th to reverse what many wish for. Why is she doing it? What are her expectations? What did she have to do to prep for it? A must listen, especially if you’ve ever considered the procedure.

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