CLAIRE FLEURY @ BROOKLYN MUSEUM

Claire Fleury presents Hello I Live Here @Brooklyn Museum 

Friday night at the Brooklyn Museum is wrought with color and acceptance. Classical paintings take a front row as Claire Fleury presents Hello I Live Here (part of "Pursuit"--a showcase by DapperQ, sponsored by Tomboy X). Fleury's collection comprises 6 bespoke pieces crafted specially as "an ode to planet earth and the diversity of creatures the inhabit it." Click to see the looks...

NYFW 2019: MARK GONG S/S 2020 @SPRING STUDIOS

Mark Gong Gökotta Spring / Summer 2020 at Spring Studios

Parisian chic layered with backpacks and bungee make Gökotta Mark Gong's S/S 2020 show a NYFW phenomenon. Flanked by a fashion-forward front row, models rock the runway in silk, sheer, sheen, satin, feather and jacquard combinations. The mixed materials and moderately masculine texturing exude a feminine-yet-rugged feel. One of the youngest to show at NYFW at 21, Mark Gong's simple and sophisticated style lends to a pleasant premier day of NYFW 2019. Keep reading to see more looks... 

#NYFW 2018: JUN JIE S/S 2019

Jun Jie at Pier 59 Studios

'Retrofuturisim' powered by colored furs and abstract prints dominate Jun Jie's 70's lounge at Pier 59 Studios Sunday afternoon. Rocking a retro vibe, the S/S 2019 collection combines Mod colors + patterns with candid, sci-fi silhouettes in a "modern interpretation of a retro trend" (Jun Jie). Wavy coifs, bags by CUTO and slick, square-toed chaussures complement the layered looks. Keep reading for look at the overall aesthetic...

#NYFW 2018: REBECCA JUSTH S/S 2019

Opening look at Rebecca Justh, presented by Art Hearts Fashion at the Angel Orensanz Event Space

Haute hats and metallic jacquard rock the runway at Rebecca Justh. Christened "Madam de Pompadour of the 21st Century" Justh's S/S 2019 collection boasts exaggerated asymmetry and curiously high necklines. Gold and platinum headwear paired with like-hued handbags complete the looks. Keep reading for more photos...

#NYFW 2018: SARENE FU S/S 2019

 Sarene Fu runway show at the Angel Orensanz Event Space in the Lower East Side

Belles in ballgowns magnify celestial grandeur as Taiwanese designer Sarene Fu's floral fantasy floats down the runway Friday evening. Part of the Art Hearts Fashion showcase at the Angel Orensanz event space, Fu launches her Ready To Wear line for S/S 2019. Having dabbled in bridal wear, Fu expands her vision through her first RTW evening collection. Keep reading to have a closer look...

CHRISTIAN COWAN A/W 2018

Lights dimming, Pre-show at Christian Cowan, Spring Studios

It's LIT Saturday afternoon as party hats, neon lights and sassy, see-thru styles parade down Christian Cowan's runway. Saturating Spring Studios with bountiful bling, a steady stream of sparkle and shine ends a harrowing wait for elevator service (to enter the show). An assortment of casual wear, party wear and sportswear--interpreted with maximalist appeal--comprises Cowan's Fall/Winter 2018 collection. Keep reading for a look inside...

SNOW XUE GAO A/W 2018

 Snow Xue Gao 2018 A/W runway collection presented at Jing Fong 

Stylish suiting with juxtaposted jacquard are the featured special at Chinatown's Jing Fong  Thursday night. Every seat for Snow Xue Gao's  A/W runway presentation was "front row," with onlookers snaking around servings of tea and dim sum. Situated on the second floor of NYC's largest Chinese restaurant, Snow Xue Gao returns with a third showing at NYFW, with a wacky, non-traditional Mad-Men meets Picasso sequence. For A/W 2018, Gao fuses traditional tailoring with amplified proportions, crossing boundaries associated with gender-based fashion. Keep reading for a look inside...

#NYFW 2017 : SHERRI HILL S/S 2018

Sherri Hill S/S 2018 at Gotham Hall NYC

Sequins and sparkles are in strong supply as Sherri Hill's princess-esque ballgowns cascade the catwalk at Gotham Hall Tuesday. Known as a purveyor of prom and pageant attire, Sherri Hill's strategically stacked sidelines complement the famous faces gracing her runway. Miss USA Kára McCullough, Miss Globe 2016 Corinne Foxx (a.k.a Jamie Foxx's daughter), Miss Universe Iris Mittenaere and child actress Alvia Alyn Lind exude confidence in the gowns they represent on the runway. Proud parents Jamie Foxx and Keenan Ivory Wayans support their daughters from the front row. Other notable names in the audience (many wearing Sherri Hill dresses) include supermodel Nikki Taylor, singer Jordan Jones, Fuller House actress Landry Bender and Kevin Can Wait actress Mary Charles Jones. Keep reading to see more looks from the collection...  

#NYFW 2017 : NAMILIA S/S 2018 (*WARNING: NUDITY*)

"The Indiscreet Jewels" Namilia Spring/Summer 2018 at Skylight Clarkson Square

Provocative pieces in predilect portions strut down Namilia's catwalk Saturday evening. In a jaw dropping presentation of fashion-forward feminism inspired by Denis Diderot's The Indiscreet Jewels, Nan Li and Emilia Pfhol's 5th collection leaves little room for imagination. Tassels and tentacles--sometimes both--join fins and floral in an erotic jigsaw of satin and skin. Pearl encrusted asymmetry partially obscures the physical perfection outlined by thongs and bodysuits. Keep reading to see more from this collection (**WARNING: Contains Nudity**)... 

#NYFW 2017: PAMELLA ROLAND @ PIER 59 STUDIOS

Pamella Roland Spring/Summer 2018

#NYFWSS2018 starts softly with haphazard drizzle, overcast skies and a loose lethargy. Slinking towards Pier 59 Studios Thursday evening--pizza in tow--the somber streets strengthen a craving for sartorial splendor. Whetting my appetite for Fashion Week, Pamella Roland pushes the tempo with formalwear inspired by a recent family trip to the Grand Prix of Monaco. Amid bold brights and sheer lights, feathers and crystal cascade down a star studded catwalk with attendees the likes of Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, actress + Miss USA 2012 Olivia Culpo, Victoria's Secret model Nadine Leopold and famed photographer Nigel Barker. Keep reading to view the looks...

BEYOND BEAUTY : Q&A WITH BELLA THE DJ

 "Bella the DJ" [photo credit: Julie Hinson Paisley]

Behind bold beats and a perfect pucker, the imploring eyes of Isabella DeLéon exude a quiet, natural depth, which balances her striking beauty and solid stage presence. A.K.A "Bella the DJ," this 17-year-old modern-day DJ, model, actress and student attacks life with a sensible passion. Bypassing perceived ills of the fashion industry, Bella has walked multiple runways (most recently New York and Vancouver Fashion weeks), was featured as one of Gambit New Orlean's 40 under 40 (2015), serves as muse and in-house model for Project Runway Junior contestant Tieler James and recently graced the cover of Vie Magazine, after being named South Walton Fashion week's female Model of the Year. Keep reading for a snapshot into the life of a talented up-and-coming teenage superstar...

CHRISTOPHER ESBER F/W 2017 @ INDUSTRIA STUDIOS

Christopher Esber F/W 2017 at Industria Studios

The fine lines and futuristic finishes of Christopher Esber's F/W 2017 collection fill 4,800 square feet at Industria studios, as automobiles and attire intermingle. Merging masculine silhouettes and feminine cuts, Esber's NYFW debut boasts a very wearable assortment of stylish separates. Solid colored slashed tops and stretched skirts peek from statement pieces and trenches. Keep reading for a closer look...

SAKU NY @ ARTBEAM

Saku NYC at Artbeam

Ruffles and bows trim and bind cut-outs and culottes in S A K U NYC's F/W 2017 collection. With cautiously haute hairstyles to match, Lissa Koo's runway lineup becomes a living billboard of frilly and flouncy 'paper doll' clothes. Live at Artbeam Sunday, black + light blue + grey + pink impose colorless simplicity, while peek-a-boo lace and subtle frills elicit movement. Keep reading for a closer look...

JILL STUART FALL 2017

Jill Stuart Fall 2017 presented in 2 Acts; model in sheer black velvet and lace dress

Medieval goth meets Victorian charm as luxurious gold and dark hues up-scale velvet and lace. Inspired by a love of essential oils, Jill Stuart accounts, "clothes are like a favorite song or a favorite perfume." Leaving room for interpretation, her Autumn 2017 collection embodies an essence of complexity through a contradictory discourse of "show" and wearability. Set in the lobby of a former AT&T headquarters in the Financial District, giant marble columns surround models on pedestals. The grandeur of the space complements the sheer artistic splendor of the collection. Keep reading for more...

#NYFW 2017: LIGHTS IN THE SHADOW // YUNA YANG A/W 2017

Yuna Yang Fall/Winter 2017 at Gotham Comedy Club

A lone candle powerfully illuminates stifling darkness. 

Entitled Lights in the Shadow, Yuna Yang's Fall/Winter 2017 collection draws inspiration from the world's socio-political climate, emblazoned by those who wield the torch of freedom. As "light shines brighter in the darkness," Yang conceptualizes chiaroscuro with a play on fabrics and patterns. Set at NYC's Gotham Comedy Club, the non-traditional runway presentation intertwines models and audience, affecting an emergence from the shadows. Models glide onto a dim stage partially lit with a variety of lighting concepts. Keep reading for a closer look...

#NYFW 2016: KUHO

Kuho presentation at the Supermarket (393 Broadway)

Stripes, solids and spots are on featured special at Supermarket this past Wednesday. Layered looks in subtle, circus-inspired styles introduce South Korean brand Kuho to the North American market. Designer Hyunjung Kim's simple silhouettes deliver "an emphasis on flawless luxury, comfort and functionality, each season offers up effortlessly cool, minimalist pieces that often find their roots in the creative sphere." Part of Samsung C&T Fashion Group, Kuho commands a $90 million business via 66 retail stores overseas. Keep reading to see sample looks... 

#NYFW 2016: TROMPE L'OEIL

High Hair + Multicolor Makeup at Trompe L'Oeil

Details dictate depth of design. Looking back at the Spring/Summer 2017 shows this New York Fashion Week, the ladies of Trompe L'Oeil complement colorful clothing with a mixed palette of multicolor maquillage. The running rainbow raccoon eye is by far a favorite, balancing the floral fantasy evident in Trompe L'Oeil's fashion flavor. Keep reading to see more from designer Rajitha Prakruthi...    

NEW YORK FASHION WEEKEND: #CAAFD SHOWCASE @ARTBEAM

Jessica Van at NYFW, CAAFD runway show Sunday, 11-September at Artbeam

Muted monotony makes for mellow moments. On September 11th, the Council of Aspiring American Fashion Designers (CAAFD) presents the I'MPOSSIBLE collective showcase at Artbeam featuring Ponyo Porco, Jessica Van and Laison by Aurelia Santoso. All three designers present a strong first US showing, with different takes on Spring/Summer 2017. Keep reading for more...

#NYFW 2016: SANJA BOBAR

No Turning back! Art Hearts Fashion presents Sanja Bobar at the Angel Orensanz Foundation

Of the countless categories of functional fashion, bridalwear spans the style horizon. Ladies in love look stunning in short, sheer, sequined or suiting on their 'special day.' This Fashion week, Art Hearts Fashion presents Sanja Bobar at the Angel Orensanz Foundation, the evening of September 12th. Sashaying down the runway, sexy silhouettes of silk, sequins and lace are flawlessly set against the backdrop of a former synagogue. Keep reading for sights straight from last night's show... 

#NYFW 2016: HALE BOB & IBRAHIM VUKEL

Hale Bob designer Daniel Bohbot and two models

California chic meets Hollywood hippie onstage at Hale Bob's runway show Sunday evening. A favorite of celebrity clientele (e.g. Salma Hayek, Keidi Klum, Halle Barry), paisley prints (designed exclusively at Hale Bob's LA studios) carpet the catwalk. Shortly following, Ibrahim Vukel takes the stage with creative cutouts. Keep reading to see snaps from both collections...