Lotus opens the doors of its Chelsea showroom to rewind time revisiting its past models and unveiling a look into future models
This past week marked Philip Lim’s heavily anticipated return to the world of New York Fashion Week after a four-year long hiatus.
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TABASCO® and Catch’N Ice Cream are teaming up to give away free scoops of “Guac Serve” – an avocado ice cream spiced with TABASCO® Green Sauce, coated in white chocolate, and topped with tortilla chip pieces – in celebration of National Guacamole Day. Each serving also comes with a TABASCO® Green Sauce mini bottle.
The Ned NoMad, the members club and hotel in the heart of NYC’s NoMad district, led by global hospitality leader Richie Akiva has continued to dominate New York Fashion Week. From the Christian Siriano NYFW party to Gucci‘s private bash in Little Ned, Flaunt‘s annual fete, and many more, a sea of fashion notables and celebrities have been a nonstop rotation at The Ned.
Flaunt hosted their annual Fashion Week bash at The Ned Nomad on Sunday, September 10th, celebrating their Eternal Flame issue hosted y Richie Akiva and YG with MIMCHIK. Diplo performed a surprise DJ set and there was a live performance for a packed members club of guests by YG. DJ sets in the atrium included Hank K, Vvarhala, Annicka and Siobhan Bell. The room was filled with celebrity notables, music artists and current IT girls, such as Doja Cat, Ice Spice, Quavo, Alton Mason, Emma Roberts, Meek Mill, Jordan Clarkson, Chantel Jeffries, Badius, Kendra Bailey, Jordan Barrett, Yovanna Ventura, and many more industry notables. The party buzzed on until 4am.
On September 8th, Christian Siriano hosted his official fashion show after party at Akiva’s The Ned, kicking off at 9pm until 1am in the Members Lounge and Library. DJ music by Siriano‘s pal Ty Sunderland kept the crowd going, with surprise performances throughout the evening. All eyes were on icon Janet Jackson who hung in a VIP section with Siriano and other guests, as the crowd snacked on popcorn treats from Candy Pop, Cereal Pop and Cookie Pop, with flavors such as Twix and Fruity Pebbles. Other notables included Alicia Silverstone and Sarah Hyland, Coco Rocha who closed the runway show earlier in the day as “Siriano’s muse” plus Laverne Cox, Padma Lakshmi, Adrian Grenier, Audrina Patridge, Marta Pozzan and Katie Cassidy, among many others. Guests at the energized bash sipped on espresso martinis featuring Kahlua and Absolut, Sainte Marguerite rose wine, and Bombay Sapphire.
Late night on Friday, September 8th, Akiva and Offset hosted a one night only late night FW pop up at Hearsay, a new Meatpacking nightspot. The party which kicked off at 1am following the Siriano celebration, also included co-hosts Bloody Osiris, Bloody Dior, Evan Mock, Imaan Hammam, Model of the year Grace Elizabeth, Alessandro Brisochi, Richie Romero, and Badius. DJ sets included Chase B, Austin Mills, Zack Bia, Mel Debarge, with fashion attendees like Kaia Gerber, Winnie Harlow, Jared Leto, Teyana Taylor, A$AP Ferg, Edward Enninful, Jordyn Woods, Kyle Kuzma, Karreuche, Stella Maxwell, Joan Smalls, Cara Delevingne, Audrina Patridge, Coi Leray, Peggy Gou, Kevin Durant, plus many, many more. The entire street was taken over by guests trying to get a spot in the uber exclusive nightlife party, with VIPs filtering in from all the other fashion week event’s earlier that night.
On September 8th, exactly 1 year after Route launched their Carbon product and commitment towards sustainability, they hosted a fashion event at The Ned NoMad rooftop, for industry luminaries to celebrate their sustainable impact, including Carbon brand partners. Route Founder and Exec Chair, Evan Walker, with actor and activist Adrian Grenier, hosted the event around Route’s Carbon Project and the future of sustainability in fashion. Attendees included Rebecca Minkoff, Carly Weinstein, Katie Cassidy, Bran Flakes, Lisa DiCicco, Hawaii McLaughlin, Luanna Perez, Maeta, Marta Pozzan, and more.
The following day on September 9th, Forbidden Well hosted a daytime relaxation and recovery lounge at The Ned NoMad as a relief for fashionistas amongst the evening chaos. Top modeling agencies joined Forbidden Well for some much needed relaxation, including IV Therapy, Vitamin Shots, NAD+, limited Botox, massages, energetic alchemy healing, trauma-focused chiropractic care, and gentle facials treatments at The Ned NoMad. Models and Wellness Influencers such as Kinsey Wolanski, Ambra Gutierrez, Kylie Vonnahme, Enly Tammela, Cata Freer all stopped by to indulge in the services.
Richie Akiva and Diplo during Flaunt at The Ned
Doja Cat at The Ned x Flaunt
YG performing at The Ned during Flaunt
Diplo, Hank Korsan, YG at Flaunt at The Ned
Sarah Hyland at The Ned NoMad
Siriano and Alicia Silverstone at The Ned
Christian Siriano with Cookie Pop and Cereal Pop
Coco Rocha Celebrating Siriano at The Ned
Sainte Marguerite at The Ned Siriano Party
Siriano Afterparty at The Ned
Candy Pop snacks during Siriano
Ty Sunderland spins at The Ned during Siriano
Adrian Grenier and Christian Siriano
Bonnie McKee at Flaunt's party
Yovanna Ventura at Flaunt
Denim Braxton at The Ned x Flaunt
Offset and Kevin Durant at Hearsay
Chase B at Hearsay
A few of the best and brightest in hip-hop and fashion rolled out to Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace earlier this Fashion Week to celebrate the ultimate collaboration: Flipper’s x Adidas Superstar!
New York City has been buzzing for a week straight with New York Fashion Week in full throttle. Parties have been covering the city nightly, with fashion shows and presentations layered in each day. From the PAPER Magazine dinner to the annual Isaac Likes party with FREE AF at Georgia Room, to Siriano, also hosting his dinners at new West Village hotspot featuring Chef John DeLucie of Waverly Inn notoriety.
Isaac Likes hosted his Annual I Like You Party with FREE AF beverages at The Georgia Room on September 8th.
On Friday, September 8th, Isaac Likes hosted his annual I LIKE YOU Fashion Week bash presented by Free AF hosted by Ella Priya and Hailey Sani. Guests such as Never Have I Ever star Darren Barnet and social media star David Dobrik attended the bash and enjoyed Free AF non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails, at The Georgia Room. Silent Addy and Dwells also performed Dj sets alongside Isaac Likes. A Chilled AF ice sculpture and other fun elements filled the annual bash, offering exciting photo ops for guests. The event featured the Free AF non-alcoholic Apero Spritz, Paloma and Vod%a Spritz. (Photos above by Michael Simon/Stratraks)
Christian Siriano hosted an exclusive dinner at Ambra, the new West Village eatery, following his runway show. The intimate dinner held for designer Christian Siriano took place on September 8th. Guests such as Janet Jackson, Alicia Silverstone, Sarah Hyland, Laverne Cox, Padma Lakshmi, Coco Rocha and many more enjoyed homemade Italian fare by notable chef John DeLucie at the dinner party. Cocktail offerings by Jameson Black Barrel Whiskey (the “Fashionable Old Fashioned”), El Cristiano Tequila (XR Espresso Martini) and rose wine by Sainte Marguerite, plus Peroni Italian Beer, paired perfectly with the delicious pastas, antipasti, fish, veggie and poultry dishes, with special vegan items also served. Following Siriano’s dinner, the group headed to party at The Ned NoMad…more to follow on that bash later! (Photos above by Leandro Justen)
A few days prior to the Siriano dinner, Ambra opened its Greenwich Village doors at the corner of Hudson Street and West 11th to celebrate the news that PAPER magazine was back, and the announcement of new Editor In Chief Justin Moran. The dinner for 50 guests included a who’s who of the downtown influencer and art notable scene, with PAPER legend Mickey Boardman in attendance, Philip Bloch, Nico Tortorella, Miss Madeline, Sergio Farias, Fatima Cuellar, Emilia Silberg, and many more, with music by Valentin Lamar. Guests at the PAPER dinner also sipped on Jameson Black Barrel, Peroni, El Cristiano, Wines by Illyria, and Su Casa Mezcal. (photos above by Matt Weinberger)
Laverne Cox at Siriano dinner at Ambra
Janet Jackson and Christian Siriano at Ambra
Siriano Dinner at Ambra
PAPER Dinner - Table scape at Ambra
Siriano Dinner - Guests enjoying Cocktails
Peroni, Sainte Margeurite and Wines by Illyria at Ambra
Jameson Black Barrel at Ambra x PAPER
Peroni, El Cristiano, Jameson and Sainte Margeurite at Ambra
PAPER Dinner - Sergio Farias and Fatima Cuellar
PAPER Dinner - Chef John DeLucie
PAPER Dinner - El Cristiano
Dinner guest at Ambra enjoying Jameson
Justin Moran and Nico Tortorella at Ambra
Darren Barnet with Free AF at Georgia Room
David Dobrik and friends with Free AF at Georgia Room
More news from The Knockturnal Fashion Week Scene to follow.
This was a night that will forever be sewn in the memory banks of fashion lovers around the world.
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T.V. personality Josh McBride held his annual birthday bash on September 7th,2023. The event occurred at Somewhere Nowhere, the celebrity hot spot for celebrations. Over 400 guests arrived in their most stylish black and red outfits, adhering to the party’s color scheme. McBride himself wore a dashing all-red suit. Cocktails were provided courtesy of the night’s sponsors, LOBOS 1707, Ten To One Rum. Mini sweet treats were supplied by Baked By Melissa.
Special guests included Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live), Sherri Shepherd, Que Mosley (MTV’s Making the Band Day 26), Justina Valentine (Wild N Out), Derek Warburton (T.V. personality), Kariselle Snow (Netflix Perfect Match), Dia Simms (C.E.O. Lobos 1707), Lisa Evers (FOX 5 N.Y.), Joelle Garguilo (N.Y. Live/Today Show) and Sameer Qureshi (owners of Somewhere Nowhere) and more.
The surprise performances captivated the audience and added to the exuberant vibe of the celebration. First to perform was upcoming Pop artist Tyler Bragoli. He gave a cover of Justin Bieber’s Baby, followed by two singles, “L.Y.L.Y.S.” and “Star.” After R&B Group WanMor, sons of Boyz II Men’s Wanya Morris, sang a heartfelt rendition of Happy Birthday to Josh and performed some original songs.
After, Grammy Award Winning R&B Icon Mya took the stage, performing nostalgic hits such as “Fallen” and ” Take Me There.” Next, Rapper and star of VH1’s Wild N Out, Justina Valentine, gave an impromptu performance of a new single. Then, Aubrey O’Day left a show-stopping performance with her powerful vocals and electric stage presence. She surprised fans by performing “Damaged” and “Show Stopping” from her former group, Danity Kane.
N.Y.C Hip-Hop legend Ja Rule closed the night with his greatest hits, including “New York,” “Always on Time,” and “Livin’ It Up.” His dynamic performance called for an encore, the perfect way to end the grand celebration.
“It’s Guts eve! Happy Guts eve!” came the sweetly excited voice of Olivia Rodrigo to a room full of shocked fans at last night’s Guts Gallery preview night.
Contrary to what I presume would be popular belief, the newly established holiday of Guts eve (which sounds pretty gnarly out of context) was not at all the confusing part. If you were a patron of that room, you more than likely had Guts eve marked on your calendar since June 26th of this year, when Olivia revealed that her Sophomore album would be releasing on September 8th. The shock rather came from the person who was announcing the holiday, and at Olivia and her team’s ability to pull off the surprise of a lifetime for the room full of adoring fans who had no idea she’d be making an appearance at the popup that night.
If you’d asked anyone in the top 1% of Olivia Rodrigo Spotify fans what they were up to on Thursday night, all answers would probably be pretty similar. On Tuesday, a select number of very lucky fans received an exclusive email with an extremely eye catching subject line: Olivia Rodrigo Invites you to Guts Gallery!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: Olivia Rodrigo attends as SPOTIFY x AMEX PRESENT: GUTS Gallery Pop-Up Experience in NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Spotify)
“Spotify and American Express are teaming up with Olivia Rodrigo to create a special, highly-curated experience, bringing GUTS to life, and enabling fans to get a behind-the-scenes look at the new album,” the email continued. “GUTS Gallery will be open all weekend long from September 8-10 in New York. As a top fan, we are excited to welcome you to the experience before anyone else – and invite you to an exclusive preview on Thursday, September 7th, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST.”
The line outside of the popup (which is taking place in Manhattan’s meatpacking district from Friday through Sunday this weekend) was buzzing with anticipation for what was inside, but the reality of the situation was more than anyone could imagine. Not only had the fans been invited to an exclusive sneak peak of the highly anticipated walk through experience curated by Olivia, they had also been invited to an exclusive Q&A moderated by Eva Chen.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: Olivia Rodrigo and Eva Chen attend as SPOTIFY x AMEX PRESENT: GUTS Gallery Pop-Up Experience in NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Spotify)
The interactive 4 room installation (which you can read all about here!) was house-party themed, after the music video for Olivia’s latest single, Bad Idea, Right? It featured a large living room with a couch at the center, where Olivia perched on while chatting with fans (who sat on a combination of pillows and chairs throughout the room.) The environment couldn’t have been cozier, and it was truly a one of a kind experience for everyone involved, as such intimate moments with a global superstar like Olivia can be so few and far between.
Olivia’s kind voice was heard just before she was seen, as an affectionate “Hi guys!” came through the living room’s speakers just as all heads whipped around at once to see her emerging from a curtain to the left of the couch. “Oh my gosh, thank you so much for coming! Hi! How are you guys? I really appreciate it!”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: A view of the venue as SPOTIFY x AMEX PRESENT: GUTS Gallery Pop-Up Experience in NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Spotify)
The evening began with a listening party for a few songs from GUTS, which wouldn’t be released until midnight that night. “So, I’m so nervous,” Olivia said. “So I’m going to actually go while you listen to them, but I’ll be back!”
As promised, Olivia returned to another round of cheering after attendees were treated to an exclusive (phone free) first look at Get Him Back, Logical, Teenage Dream and All American Babe. She sat down with Eva, who began the discussion with a story of how she introduced Olivia to Anna Wintour when she was 15. “And in August,” Eva said, “Olivia was on the cover of Vogue Magazine.”
The warm conversation focused on the ins and outs of the makings and meanings of GUTS, as well as the need-to-know things like “Do you like my outfit?” “What’s your favorite pizza topping?” and “Would you dye your hair?”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: A view of the venue as SPOTIFY x AMEX PRESENT: GUTS Gallery Pop-Up Experience in NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Spotify)
The final note of the Q&A saw Eva asking Olivia about her advice for the room around her. “A lot of people here are teens, a lot of people are in their twenties, everyones going through something. What advice would you give the people in this room, for how to find their own success and also how to find their path?”
“I’m a big believer in taking a step in any direction, even if you’re not sure where it’s going to lead,” Olivia said. “I think the only way you’re going to gain confidence is through experience and the only way you’re going to figure out who you are in this world is by making a ton of mistakes. I think actually, this record was sort of that for me. It was me just grappling with the mistakes I’ve made in my life or the things I wish I didn’t do, or things that I thought were really embarrassing. But I think just growing from stuff like that is the only way you can figure out who you want to be in this world. So I just say, don’t be afraid to make mistakes.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: A view of the venue as SPOTIFY x AMEX PRESENT: GUTS Gallery Pop-Up Experience in NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Spotify)
Stream GUTS here!
New York Fashion Week (NYFW) is known for its high-energy runway shows, dazzling fashion, and non-stop excitement. Amid the hustle and bustle of this fashion extravaganza, Core Hydration has introduced a refreshing oasis of relaxation and self-care: the Core Hydration VIP Self-Care Studio.
Located at 89 Crosby Street, this pop-up experience offers attendees a unique opportunity to escape the NYFW frenzy and focus on their well-being. To access this exclusive space, attendees must seek out the secret refrigerator door at the back of the pop-up, leading to the “Backstage” experience.
Inside, you’ll discover a haven of self-care amenities designed to help you recharge. The Core Hydration VIP Self Care Studio boasts a snack bar for a quick energy boost, a hair bar courtesy of Unite Haircare to ensure you look your best, gift bags to take home a piece of NYFW magic, free WiFi to stay connected, phone charging stations to keep your devices powered, and, of course, Core Hydration water to keep you refreshed.
Open during NYFW’s hours of operation, the studio invites you to experience “Runway to Wellness.” The front-of-house experience immerses you in the excitement of NYFW, allowing you to walk the runway with fashion designer Christian Cowan and commit to your wellness journey with a larger-than-life affirmation wall.
In a world where fashion and wellness intersect, Core Hydration’s VIP Self-Care Studio is a testament to the importance of taking time for yourself, even during the busiest events. Whether you’re a fashion enthusiast or an industry insider, take the chance to experience the perfect blend of style and self-care at NYFW’s Core Hydration VIP Self-Care Studio.