Fashion Week

Fashionistas Around The Globe Gear Up to Shop For Something Good

August 17, 2010 By Stylemom 1 Comment

Less than a month away, the 2nd annual Vogue Fashion’s Night Out will once again have fashionistas in cities all over the globe, strutting out to their favorite stores to indulge in a night of parties, DJs, games, cocktails, celebs and shopping this September. Promoting retail to benefit charities all over the world, Fashion’s Night Out will be hosted in 16 countries, including the U.S.. Like last year, participants will have a chance to purchase limited edition Fashion’s Night Out tops and totes in select cities.

We scoped out a few cities around the globe who have the latest FNO 2010 gear or teaser videos on their websites.

U.S.A. – NEW YORK CITY
FNO NYC has instantly become one of the major events kicking off the beginning of New York Fashion Week. FNO NYC gear includes a hoodie that is perfect for the upcoming cool fall weather.

Partner QVC, also has another exclusive design Fashion’s Night Out CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) t-shirt that benefits Fashion Targets Breast Cancer:

(Buy CFDA FNO T-shirt exclusive on QVC – $25)

Two events not to miss are: the first ever, Piperlime pop-up store, where the cast of Project Runway, and celebrity stylist, Rachel Zoe will be appearing, and Fashion’s Night Out The Show, which will be the largest public fashion show every hosted in New York City at the new home of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Lincoln Center. An added bonus: FNO NYC is hosting a contest with CBS television network to win a trip to NYC for Fashion’s Night Out, as well as airing a special on September 14th, 10pm EST/9pm Central.

United Kingdom – LONDON
UK Fashionistas will be able to get their hands not only on a cool t-shirt, but also a tote bag to carry all their stylish finds.

Italy – MILAN
Italian fashion icons, Roberta Cavalli, Angela Missoni, Eva Riccobono and Dean and Dan Caten of Dsquared2 show off the FNO Milan shirt in a teaser video.

Greece – ATHENS
Fitting for a Grecian goddess, shoppers participating in FNO Athens will be able to grab a super stylish swing tank from the collection.

Australia – SYDNEY
sass & bide’s Sarah-Jane Clarke and Heidi Middleton, along with a cast of other Aussie fashion ambassadors, sport FNO Sydney T-shirts in a video celebrating the first Fashion’s Night Out hosted in Australia.

Russia – MOSCOW
Utilizing ingenuity and customization, we were delighted to see that shoppers participating in FNO Russia will get a chance to “come out of the closet” and design their very own “I’m a Shopaholic” T-shirt!

See highlights from 2009 and watch a preview of all the countries worldwide participating in Vogue Fashion’s Night Out 2010:

For a full list of events, participating countries, retail locations, including a list of all participating U.S. cities (as well as Canada and Jamaica), visit http://fashionsnightout.com/fno-elsewhere/

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Street Style: What I Wore New York Fashion Week

March 10, 2010 By Chief Fashionista 2 Comments

Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week was a mad dash around the city and I still don’t think I’m fully recovered. Your calendar is on steroids and trying to be fashionable, yet comfortable can be a serious juggling act for the week. Here’s what I wore:

What’s in my arsenal: Rock & Republic Jeans, Gucci Handbag, Coach Sequin Handbag, and Dollhouse over the knee boots, to name a few. Believe it or not, most of the clothing non-designer and purchased from either a wholesale or boutique store! Did I manage to pull off comfort & style? You be the judge!

xoxo – Nichelle

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Fall Runway Report: Twinkle by Wenlan’s Inspiration – Mystery of the Forest

March 10, 2010 By Kristin Marquet Leave a Comment

As we pack up those winter clothes, figure out what items to keep or toss, and get ready for spring, check out our Accessory Editor’s Top Pick for the Fall/Winter 2010 Season – Twinkle by Wenlen

Known for voluminous knitted layers, feminine cuts and classic fit pieces, Wenlan’s fall/winter 2010 collection was ultra sexy with a hint of gothic mystery. The usual clean, vibrant, and luxurious look has transitioned to the darker side this fall season.

Casual Wear
The sweater hooded jacket in charcoal tweed paired with leggings and knee high boots was my favorite outfit for the fall season. The look is classically casual with a hint of sex appeal.

Downtown Glam
Black on black – cowl neck hooded sweater with sheer arms paired with flower appliqué skinny pants are a true reflection of the cooler fall months, which was also a show favorite.

Understated Elegance
For an elegant contemporary look, Wenlan’s black strapless mini dress is also a season staple as its versatility adds variety to any women’s wardrobe. She chose to pair it with a large gold necklace adorned with colored beads. This sexy style is a holiday season must have.

Overall, Wenlan’s collection was simplistic but original, gothic but sexy, with a modernly hip edge.
Large chunky tops paired with skinny fit pants and leggings are what marked this collection and made it one of my favorites for the season. There are two words to sum up Wenlan’s fall/winter 2010 collection – effortlessly chic.

Many of Twinkle by Wenlan’s pieces are available at:

and Anthropologie.com

(Photos: Getty Images 2/13/10)

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Real Housewives of NY at New York Fashion Week

March 8, 2010 By Chief Fashionista Leave a Comment

I love love love the weekly clashes between the intense women on this season of Bravo’s Real Housewives of New York. So it’s always a thrill to bump into them at fashionable events around the city.

(Hanging with Ramona Singer at the tents when I first complimented her new haircut)

(Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week QVC party with one of my favorite partners in crime, Victoria Pericon. We look like mischievous midgets as Kelly Bensimon towers over us! LOL!)

(Simon van Kempen and Alex McCord attend the Georges Chakra Fall 2010 Fashion Show)

(Last but not least is the 6th “wife” of the Real Housewives of Atlanta cast, the infamous Mr. Dwight Eubanks keeps me warm and cozy at the tents )

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Reinventing Glam with Pamella Roland Fall 2010

February 23, 2010 By Stylemom Leave a Comment

Pamella Devos, style mom of 3, didn’t launch Pamela Rolland til 2002 at the age of 43. In barely 8 years, she has sky-rocketed to success as Pamella Rolland dresses are a staple on the red carpet and have been worn by celebrities such as Halle Berry, Samantha Harris, and Chandra Wilson.

Pamella’s Fall 2010 collection was a spectacular showcase of metallics, fur, sassy shimmer and full frontal glam.

(Pamella Devos)

(**Images from Coutourture.com, see the full Pamella Roland Fall 2010 collection on Coutourture)

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NYFW: Barbara TFank’s First Lady Fashion at MAC & Milk Studios

February 22, 2010 By Stylemom Leave a Comment

As soon as the models stepped out, I immediately thought: “Michelle Obama could wear this”. A-line skirts, sheath dresses, and swing coats were a blaze at Barbara TFank’s Fall 2010 Presentation

The colors were full of vibrant greens and cranberry hues, with pleating and embroidery detailing that totally exuded First Lady Chic.

Check out more photos from the collection at our STYLEMOM Flickr Page

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Christian Siriano Luxe Fall Ball On The Runway at Fashion Week

February 22, 2010 By Stylemom 1 Comment

Well Mr. Christian Siriano has gone from “fake it til you make it” to being an all-star Project Runway winner alum that has made it big on the runway at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. Whether you’re headed to a glitzy fall ball, a red carpet affair, or uptown for dinner, Siriano’s fall 2010 collection epitomized modern glamour.

From cocktail party chic to red carpet glam, the looks included flowing ruffles, feminine sheer, silk, and satin fabrics in dark tones of charcoal, black, midnight, and merlot.

Finally, we cannot forget about the fabulous sculpted and platform footwear to complete the collection with Christian Siriano for Payless.

Watch behind the scenes and see all the Fall 2010 looks from Christian Siriano:

(photos: Getty)

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The Energy of Carnivale at Carlos Miele Fall 2010

February 21, 2010 By Melissa Preston Leave a Comment

Bold and bright looked pleasantly fresh on the runway at Carlos Miele’s Fall 2010 show and no matter how hard they tried, the star celebrities couldn’t out shine this festive collection in the Promenade at Bryant Park, even if they were brilliantly handsome as ANTM’s Nigel Barker.

Brazilian native, Carlos Miele created a collection that was not only glamorous, but also full of positively energetic hues.

The color blocked dresses had signature elements from Miele, particularly his hand-worked detailing across the entire collection creating high end constructed pieces.

(above photos by Getty/Coutorture)

For anyone that is not afraid of color and loves to show off those curves, Miele’s collection has the key pieces to feeling sexy while still being elegant.

Photos by Melissa Preston

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Modern Aviator: Ports 1961 Fall 2010 – New York Fashion Week

February 20, 2010 By Chief Fashionista Leave a Comment

If you’ve seen Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smothsonian, you’re probably as smitten as I was with Amy Adams’ role as Amelia Earheart. From her wonderful curly hair, to her spunky “take on the world” attitude and relentless drive, she represented the “can-do” woman in all of us. As we approach Women’s History Month, Earheart was a fitting muse for designer Tia Cabani and the Ports 1961 Fall 2010 collection.

The color palette was rich with warm and earthy tones of caramel, mocha, sage, rust, ginger and spice and everything nice. Complimenting the delicious hues was a range of textures from knits, silks, satins, lame (p. la-may), to velvet.

Watched the Fall 2010 runway show at Ports 1961

(photos: Getty)

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NYFW Irina Shabayeva Fall 2010: Flight of the Fabulous Feathers

February 17, 2010 By Stylemom Leave a Comment

It’s become apparent that many of the finalists and winners of Project Runway, are now the new designer “Brat Pack” ruling the runways during New York Fashion Week. Leading the ladies of the pack, is season 6 winner, the beautiful Irina Shabayeva.

Irina’s Fall 2010 collection was absolutely gorgeous. I totally loved her combination of luxurious textures of feathers, fur, knits and wools which created haute styles fit for a diva on her way to Aspen. The over-sized collars, swing coats, jackets and sweaters, were glamorous with a touch of edge in fabulous fowl patterns.