The non-traditional, salon style show graces NYFW with elegance and mirth.
Chiefs fans. 49’ers fans. Swifties. Everyone was a winner on Super Bowl Sunday who was lucky enough to be invited to the first annual Super Bowl Viewing Party, held by Director and Producer Jonathan Baker and The Creative Coalition.
Jonathan Baker and Richard Kind. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
It was a true Hollywood story with Baker opening up his stunning Mulholland Drive home to over 120 guests. Of course, Baker’s home isn’t just any beautiful home in the Hills. Once the residence of the iconic Warren Beatty, this is a home with stories to tell… both past and, thanks to Baker, present.
AnnaLynne McCord. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
In attendance were such celebrity guests as Harry Hamlin (LA Law), Evan Handler (And Just Like That…, Sex and the City), Richard Kind (Mad About You), AnnaLynne McCord (90210), Kat McNamara (Shadowhunters), Rob Morrow (Northern Exposure), Brooks Darnell (Shadowhunters), Sandra Lee (TV chef and author), Jason Kravits (The Practice), Rachel Boston (Hallmark films), Joel Michaely (Can’t Hardly Wait), and many more. The event was co-hosted by Robin Bronk, Creative Coalition Founder, and Creative Coalition President, Tim Daly.
Brooks Darnell. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Cocktails came courtesy of El Cristiano Tequila and kept guests partying throughout the entire game — with neat pours from the XR Extra Reposado and Extra Anejo Black Label. Guests also enjoyed drinking Peroni Beer, Casa Luigi Prosecco, Passion Tree Hard Seltzer, Hollywood Vodka, Brothers Bond Bourbon, Essentia water, and Super Natural zero sugar soda.
Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Of course, what’s a Super Bowl party without some epic game day snacks?
Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Baker and The Creative Coalition leveled up the game with a lavish catering spread that went beyond guac, chips, and pizza by featuring Buca Di Beppo’s signature pastas, appetizers and salads, including their Spicy Shrimp, Caprese Skewers, Chopped Antipasti, Meatless Chopped, Spicy Chicken Rigatoni, Chicken Parmigiana, Fried Mozzarella, Baked Ziti, and Meatballs, and Cannolis.
Guests also snacked on yummy dips and popcorn throughout the night, including options you can find in your local grocery store or easily purchase online for your next gathering — such as gluten-free Penne Straws by Pasta Snacks, Candy Pop Snickers (The official candy of Super Bowl), Cookie Pop Oreo popcorn, and Snack Factory Buffalo Wing Pretzel Crisps.
Kat McNamara. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Of course, one of the most epic feasts of the night centered on the football and what turned out to be an historic night. Not only because of Taylor Swift’s appearances (And ya know, halftime king Usher’s roller-skating, pumped-up show) but the Chiefs overtime win (only the second time the Super Bowl has gone in to OT).
Harry Hamlin. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
What an epic way for Jonathan Baker and The Creative Coalition to kick off their first annual Super Bowl Viewing Party.
Photo credit: Dylan Riley
How can you support the arts and The Creative Coalition? Donate by texting “Give” to “954 PUSH TCC (954-787-4822).”
Rachel Boston. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
To celebrate the start of a new fashion week in New York, NYFW Backstage launched its 5-day pop-up for fashion enthusiasts. The multi-day event ran from Friday, February 9 – Tuesday, February 13 at 21 Greene Street with tickets available to the public and doors opening at 11 am daily.
At the helm of this immersive experience is Creative Director Ethan Tobman, whose artistic vision has illuminated stages around the world, including Taylor Swift’s iconic Eras Tour. With Tobman’s guidance, NYFW Backstage became more than just a showcase of fashion; but rather a canvas for storytelling. Guest had the opportunity to hear from top designers like 3.1 Phillip Lim, Eckhaus Latta, Jason Wu, and Sergio Hudson as they shared insights into their collections and creative processes.
Some of the immersive activations included:
TRESemmé Style Studios
TRESemme’s expert stylists pampered guests at the DIY station with free touch-ups and styling appointments
Front Row Livestreams
This activation allowed guests to witness the excitement of designer shows live on a big screen. They got to see the latest trends and designs fresh from the runway.
IMG Models Photo Studio
IMG Models Photo Studio offered a chance for guests to have professional photos taken and leave with three images to kickstart their modeling portfolios.
The Anatomy of a Look
The Anatomy of a Look provided insights into the creative process behind runway-ready outfits. Guests explored sketches, fabric swatches, and more, gaining a deeper understanding of how fashion comes to life on the catwalk.
Last week, Ohio native Trippie Redd and streetwear brand Ksubi kicked off New York Fashion Week at Manhattan’s Georgia Room for an exclusive preview of their highly anticipated collaboration. The 21-piece collection was modeled by fashion influencers including Giovanna Ramos, Cjay Syre, Dimitry Dino, Elyanna Banes Sanchez, and others. Sugarhill Dot, Lola Brooke, Danzel Dion, Caylee Cowan, Michael Rainey Jr, and others were also spotted at the event.
Trippie Redd, born Michael Lamar White IV, has emerged as a formidable force in the music industry with his unique blend of melodic rap, emo influences, and energetic performances. Rising to prominence in the mid-2010s, he captivated audiences with his distinctive vocal style and boundary-pushing creativity.
As a multi-talented artist, Trippie Redd’s influence extends beyond music. He’s become known for his bold fashion choices and vibrant personality, earning him a significant following among fans of both hip-hop and contemporary culture. This fusion of music and distinctive style made the collaboration with Ksubi such a great idea. The fashion reflected Trippie Redd’s core fanbase embodying a rebellious spirit & breaking away from mainstream fashion norms.
CEO Craig King admired Trippie’s imagination, stating, “Very few artists possess the creativity and imagination of Trippie Redd. It was a great privilege for Ksubi to collaborate with him to create this unique collection for his fans and ours.”
Reflecting on the partnership, Trippie Redd emphasized the importance of self-expression, stating, “When it comes to both music and fashion, I never like to be put in a box. I express myself fully without any boundaries, which is why it made sense to link up with Ksubi. I wanted the collection to feel authentically me, and I’m excited to bring new designs to Ksubi that aren’t typically what they’ve done before and to bring that vision to life.”
The Ksubi x Trippie Redd collection, set to launch this March, will be available at Ksubi.com, Ksubi stores in major cities, and select retailer partners worldwide.
We’re getting the ultimate trench experience just in time for a NYC winter!
A touching bond between two grandmothers blossoms into an Oscar-nominated short film, “Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó.” Directed by Sean Wang and produced by Sam Davis, this heartwarming story celebrates their vibrant spirits, proving that aging is beautiful.
The “Fit For A Queen” show precedes the release of the newest docu-series “QUEENS” on National Geographic, Disney+, and Hulu.
The brightest of stars gathered in honor of the American Heart Association. The AHA hosted their annual Red Dress Collection® Concert, the marquee event of the Go Red for Women campaign, hosted at the Appel Room in Jazz at Lincoln Center, New York City. This event paid homage to the Red Dress Collection fashion show tradition; it focuses on the importance of women’s hearts and those affected by cardiovascular issues.
Sherri Shepherd hosted the event. Guests that attended included country star Mickey Guyton, who gave an amazing performance, and Damar Hamlin, who is a cardiac arrest survivor and an American Heart Association national ambassador. Heather Dubrow from The Real Housewives of Orange County, Brianne Howey from “Ginny and Georgia,” and of course, the amazing Demi Lovato, who was the main performer and killed all her hits, talk about nostalgia! Her songs included “Confident” and “Cool for the Summer, “Sky Scraper”, “Give Your Heart A Break” and many others. Other celebrities who also slayed the runway included Francia Raisa, Bellamy Young, and Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion Star Mira Sorvino. It was a magical night to remember, and for an amazing cause, the event was sponsored by KISS, who gave each guest a goodie bag full of their products, including lash, nails, and hair tools.
Discover resources for supporting women’s heart health at GoRedforWomen.org.
The nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) hosted their annual Greater New York Dinner at The Hilton Midtown in Manhattan, New York. The dinner served not only as a fundraiser for the nonprofit but an evening for over 1,000 LGBTQ+ advocates and supporters from across the country to gather and celebrate the mission of Human Rights Campaign.
Honorees of the night were LGBTQ+ icons Academy Award-nominated actor, playwright and producer Colman Domingo, the recipient of HRC’s Equality Award, actress and transgender advocate Trace Lysette who received the HRC’s Trailblazer award, and former Macy’s Inc. Chairman & CEO Jeff Gennette, recipient of the HRC‘s Corporate Visibility Award. Other notable attendees included Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Queer as Folk actor Johnny Sibilly, drag queens Blacc Cherry and Peppermint, and comedian Dana Goldberg.
After a night of impassioned and inspirational speeches from HRC president Kelley Robinson, Senator Chuck Schumer amongst others, the night concluded with an after-party outside of the Hilton’s grand-ballroom, including a drag show hosted by Janelle No5.
Continue below to view exclusive interview clips taken from the HRC’s blue carpet, featuring HRC president Kelley Robinson, actor Aaron Goldberg, drag queen Blacc Cherry, comedian Dana Goldberg, and honorees Colman Domingo and Trace Lysette.
For his Fall/Winter 2024 New York Fashion Week show, Christian Siriano implemented glimmering shades of red and orange, reminiscent of a beautiful sunset. The always-iconic show featured models such as Coco Rocha and Daphne Velghe, and included a dazzling featured hairstyle seen on the runway – the ‘Celestial Box Bun’.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 08: Head stylist Lacy Redway prepares Coco Rocha backstage for TRESemme X Christian Siriano at The Plaza on February 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for TRESemme)
These future-inspired styles that TRESemmé Partner & Celebrity Stylist Lacy Redway created, provide a new take on the trending ‘Extra Terrestrial Indulgence’ hair looks that utilize interesting and extravagant textures.
Prior to the show, the backstage area at the Plaza Hotel was a similar situation, with striking hairstyles being created to match the glamorous looks the models would be donning later in the evening. Spearheaded by the talented TRESemmé Partner & Celebrity Stylist, Lacy Redway, the ‘Celestial Box Bun’ emerged as a standout feature, blending elements of futurism with a touch of ethereal elegance.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 08: A model prepares backstage for TRESemme X Christian Siriano at The Plaza on February 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for TRESemme)
Redway drew inspiration directly from Siriano’s visionary collection. The aim was to echo the reflective nature of the designs in the hair, while also infusing it with bold and unconventional textures, resulting in a look that exuded both fun and futurism. “My inspiration for this look is quite literally a reflection of Christian’s collection,” Redway said. “When I first saw the clothes, I wanted to mirror the reflectiveness of the designs in the hair while also indulging in blunt and unique textures that make the look feel fun and futuristic.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 08: Coco Rocha prepares backstage for TRESemme X Christian Siriano at The Plaza on February 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for TRESemme)
The futuristic hair elements complimented the looks flawlessly. Here’s how Lacy Redway achieved the look:
Key Products Used:
- TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Fortifying Heat Protection Spray
- TRESemmé Extra Hold Mousse
- TRESemmé Mega Control Gel
- TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Weightless Silky Shine Spray
- Dyson Supersonic™
The Breakdown:
- Step 1: Lacy prepped the hair with TRESemmé One Step Blow-out Cream, TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Fortifying Heat Protection Spray, andTRESemmé Extra Hold Mousse to hydrate and protect hair against heat.
- Step 2: Next, create a deep center part and control flyaway strands with TRESemmé Extra Hold Mousse. Use a flat paddle brush and the newDyson Supersonic™ r with the styling concentrator attachment in the high air flow and high heat.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 08: A model prepares backstage for TRESemme X Christian Siriano at The Plaza on February 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for TRESemme)
- Step 3: Then you blow dry and smooth down the hair and secure it into a coiffed ponytail with an elastic. Apply TRESemmé Mega Control Gel down the center part and apply speckles of gold leaf.
- Step 4: Saturate the ponytail with the TRESemmé Mega control Gel and then fold the hair twice onto itself to form a rectangular flat bun. Secure hair into place with hair pins.
- Step 5: Speckle gold leaf onto the top of the bun using TRESemmé Mega Control Gel.
- Step 6: Then we use the Dyson Supersonic™ r with the flyaway attachment in the high air flow and low heat settings to make sure the specks are set and TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Weightless Silky Shine Spray to smooth the flyaways all over to achieve an effortlessly silky shine.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 08: Head stylist Lacy Redway prepares a model with TRESemme Freeze Hold Hairspray backstage for TRESemme X Christian Siriano at The Plaza on February 08, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for TRESemme)
With its futuristic allure and celestial accents, the ‘Celestial Box Bun’ presented at the Christian Siriano NYFW FW’24 show offers a fresh take on avant-garde hairstyling. Thanks to the guidance of Redway and the strategic use of TRESemmé’s innovative products, the captivating hairstyle is within reach for anyone seeking to make a bold statement with their hair. Embrace the celestial vibes and prepare to dazzle with the style’s essence of modern glamour.