Post-NYFW show, Luar’s loyal and excited fans lined up down the block, in the rain (most even without umbrellas!), while waiting patiently to enter the afterparty, and celebrate the brand of the hour-Luar.
Kourtney Kardashian sure did bring her rock n’ roll flare, both clothing and music-wise, for her Boohoo, New York Fashion Week Show!
Emerge Designer Collective I Fashion Designers:
Premya by Manishii, Atelier, Home Of Arti, Garcia Del Castillo, NH Alrabiah, Nahal Shad, Carson Fashion and Laura Lanzerotte.
My favorite designers from the first collective are Premya by Manishii and Garcia Del Castillo! Premya by Manishii had precise stiching of white, black and silver sequins that created movement, patterns and eye-catching sparkle when the light hits. The focus on detail, and exhibiting surprising fashionable risks, was in point. For instance, on what looked like a go-to black women’s tuxedo, turned into an open back, with swinging black horizontal sequins connecting the top. Another example is what looked like a sequined cocktail dress from below, was paired together with a shiny and formal crop top. Garcia Del Castillo’s show is for bold women who aren’t afraid to have eyes on them in a room! The colorful and neutral dresses with high thigh slits, were all paired with thigh high animal skin boots – bringing the outfit from fashionable to making a statement!
Emerge Designer Collective II Fashion Designers:
Casey Quinn, Vivienne Maestrado, Jasmine Schulte, Shay Anccomsey, Teonna Thornton, and Noelle Small.
My favorite designers from the second collective were Jasmine Schulte and Noelle Small! Jasmine Schulte was my absolute favorite designer from both runways, because the clothes were not just clothes, but rather art! The pieces were delicately crocheted with different colored yarn that created dream-like wood creatures with, long tails and sleeves. Being someone who is always drawn to haute couture, bright colors, textures and artistic concepts, I immediately fell in love with what felt like pieces that belonged in a museum! And I was curious to know how long it took the talented designer to create each look. The young designer is ready to go for the Met Gala, should they ever have a “forest nymph/creature/fairy” theme, and sign me up as the first client! Fashion Designer Noelle Small is also for clients who want “go big or go home!” The dresses will make you the “Belle of the Ball,” quite literally, with it’s exquisite Cinderella/ Disney fairy-tale large sleeves, shoulders, and puffy dresses that make a beyond magical moment out of any night in the week, guaranteed!
THE BLONDS latest collection is a tribute to the first summer they shared. Filled with escapism, glamour, and nightlife in New York City, all about excess style and memories of those hot nights where Phillipe and David bonded over their mutual love of dance music.
As THE BLONDS researched images for their first book, they recaptured the brand’s signature chain hardware treatment they have dressed everyone from JLo and Cardi B, to Sharon Stone, Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga in.
Guests at Spring Studios on the last day of New York Fashion Week saw THE BLONDS signature over-the-top looks with golden hardware and lots of Preciosa crystal, along with the second installment of a limited-edition collectible print collection based on an iconic archival piece that will be reimaged as ready-to-wear.
This collection leads up to the launch of their very first cocktail table book entitled “THE BLONDS: GLAMOUR FASHION FANTASY” published by Rizzoli. The Prints Collection, along with THE BLONDS new book are available to order on www.THEBLONDSNY.com and wherever fine books are sold.
Mirror Palais debuted their Spring/Summer ‘23 fashion show at Voices of Ascension Church; Partnering with TRESemme to create flawless modern renaissance hairstyles. Global TRESemme hairstylist Justine Marjan, lead step by step using TRESemme’s most recent collection to create these flawless looks.
Photo Credit: Monica Schipper, GETTY Images for TRESemmé
TRESemme is a worldwide brand that is known for its instant results and editorial looking hair. This collection of TRESemme products are often found backstage at recent runway shows, because of their quick acting formula and fast drying time. The theme for hair was Modern Renaissance, explained by Global hairstylist Justine Marjan. “We want the hair to look like it was styled before a time where there was hot tools, so like a really soft beautiful wave and enhancing everyone’s hair texture. I’m using the TRESemme one step wave spray to prep damp hair and putting braids in soon after, and letting them hair dry or blow dry and finishing with the TRESemme extra hold hairspray to seal it all in.” Justine stated as she finished up one models look and moved to the next. “ Every girls hair is different depending on the texture, and TRESemme allows for inclusive results to everyone, even if the drying time varies” Justine explained as I asked her how long the hairstyles take for each model and if the products align with the fast acting time.
Model: Lauren Fern @_laurenfern and Global stylist Justine Marjan
Photo Credit: Monica Schipper, GETTY Images for TRESemmé
Backstage was a beautifully organized area in the church where each model was assigned a hairstylist who catered to the girls needs. Using products that damped the girls hair is a risk that stylists have to take in order to create these gorgeous waves, but the TRESemme extra hold hairspray is no joke! Within about 30 mins of arriving and leaving, one models hair went from wet to completely dry and crisp, almost like magic. It’s amazing having a trustworthy brand that is easy to use and has step by step products so models and be in and out before call time.
Mirror Palais casted many gorgeous models with various skin tones, hair textures and heights, creating a very inclusive runway. Having models with fine hair to corse and curly hair and achieving the same flawless hairstyles is quite impressive because like Justine stated, each model is different. TRESemme has definitely made sure that their products are for everyone and are continuing to relay that message through backstage during fashion week to everyday use, TRESemme’s got your back.
For those at home who want to achieve this runway look here is the overall breakdown
The Breakdown:
- Step 1: Prep hair with TRESemmé One Step Wave Mist by gently spraying evenly throughout hair to create a foundation for soft waves with flexible hold.
- Step 2: Split hair into four sections and create loose braids. Work fingers through the braids to loosen.
- Step 3: Let hair air dry or run a blow dryer or a flatiron over the braids. Undo braids once dry and scrunch in TRESemmé Dry Texture Finishing Spray to create a natural full-body look with an airy finish.
- Step 4: Finish the style with a mist of TRESemmé TWO Extra Hold Hair Spray to control flyaways and frizz.
This TRESemme collection can be found in various stores worldwide, so if I were you, I would grab my hands on these products ASAP and make them apart of your hair routine for flawless on the go hair.
Photo Credit: Monica Schipper, GETTY Images for TRESemmé
On September 13th 2022, Homolog Paris debuted their Spring Summer ‘23 collection. The collection featured vibrant colors and textiles like pure cotton and silk to produce environmentally stable fashion.
Photos by: Anna Webber
The Founder, Emily Cheong, is from Malaysia and through her culture, has created a brand that supports the uniqueness and positive energy she brings to each design. As seen on her website, Homolog is an Ancient Greek word, meaning “agreeing, of one mind”. This explains the deeper connection Emily has with fashion and the environment. The Earth is a divine connection to who we are, and using pure materials that are sustainable not only makes you look good, but feel good. The collection, as seen on the runway, were pure thick cotton and silk and vibrant colors hand crafted that mimicked the beauty of the Earth. The crowd and myself were speechless , as we watched each model float down the runway in each impeccable design. It is obvious the collection and brand is made with love and the aura that was embodied by each model was captivating. Each silhouette was perfectly tailored to each model and the elegance of the show was outstanding.
When I was able to go backstage before the show, I was in awe of how intricate and delicate each piece was; the preparation within itself called for multiple professionals to help the girls in and out of the garments. The dresses made with cotton were the most intricate and intriguing to look at, due to the illusion that it was heavy because of the many layers of fabric. The silk dresses were delicate and eye catching, as all the colors glistened under the stage lights. As a model, I understand why the movement in each piece were so limiting, because the clothes literally speak for themselves. The details of each garment is what I admired because of the shimmering embroideries and handmade prints. There wasn’t a moment where a guest didn’t have out their phone because there wasn’t a moment you didn’t want to miss. The guests oo’d and ahh’d as the show continued on of becoming an experience of a lifetime.
Photos by: Anna Webber seen on Getty Images
A phenomenal job to Homolog Paris and the creative team who helped bring Emilys visions to life as a now well known masterpiece. I am excited to see what is to come in the next season for Homolog because this would be hard to top, but I know with hard work ad dedication it will be done.
IMG and Spring Studios joined together for the creation of the event: ‘Glam Slam’.
On Friday September 9th on the corner of Spring Street and Lafayette La Bodega Baque was the place to be amidst the buzz of fashion week. Artist Angelo Baque launched an Awake Clothing x UPS collection.
Baque writes on his instagram “A collection that celebrates and empowers future fashion designers and small business owners. 100% of the profits will fund programming and scholarships for @fashionhighnyc and its students. I am inspired to see what the future of design will look like – respect to @ups @nyfw for supporting the integrity of this collab and its intention from all sides. #unidosparasiempre.”
The pop up included the Awake Clothing x UPS Collection available for purchase. Other brands included in the event were: Kids of Immigrants, Luar, Anima Mundi, Rizos Curls, Mexico In My Pocket, Devocion Coffee, Aqua Bonita, Pisqueya, Becalia Botanicals, and Solano Exp.
Attendees were greeted with mixed drinks and a DJ at spinning records at the door. The event was filled with love and celebration. Highlighting Latino pride and unity. It was a genuine experience that Baque intentionally curated. For Baque, it was a full circle moment taking over the bodega he would hang out at in his teens.
On the wall of the bodega Baque writes, “I wanted to bring intention to this partnership and design with UPS – highlighting our mutual dedication to empowering and unifying current and future Latinx small business. When I create I do so to bring people together. La Bodega Baque es una expresión.”
This is the first time that the notorious Fotografiska New York is showcasing a single-solo artist’s works throughout the whole museum!
Ballet. Nina Simone. Bunny art. Catwalk. Miss New York. Moscow mules.
All of that was on display at New York Fashion Week’s Six Summit Gallery fashion art performance in the Port Authority bus terminal on Thursday, Sept 8.
Attendees could walk around and peruse the artwork — from sculptures to contemporary canvas paintings to photography. Complimentary “cocktails to go” from Merican Mules could be picked up at the bar. The flavors: Moscow Mule, Mexican Mule, Southern Mule and Tropical Mule.
After viewing the gallery and grabbing any one of the gingery drinks, everyone was called to sit down and enjoy the show.
An opera singer kicked things off, crooning around the cozy room. Then a ballerina pranced about. And Miss New York Taryn Smith belted her rendition of Nina Simone’s “Feeling Good.” Interspersed between all the performances were catwalks. Models showed off luxury handbags, high end dresses and chic street wear.
The event was part of the Six Summit Gallery, which hosted several other exhibits in the Port Authority bus terminal. Other exhibits included portraits of famous musicians, an artistic homage to New York City and more.
New York Fashion Week kicked off Sept 9 and ends Sept. 14 with buzzy appearances by the likes of Anna Wintour, Serena Williams and Lil Nas X.