Paris Fashion Week: Fall/Winter 2011

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Paris Fashion Week is a famous fashion week held semi-annually in Paris, France with Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter event held each year. Dates are determined by the French Fashion Federation. Currently, the Fashion Week is held in the Carrousel du Louvre.
Paris Fashion Week, is part of the Big 4 fashion weeks internationally, the others being London Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week [1] The schedule begins with New York, followed by London, and then Milan, and ending the events in Paris.

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http://www.modeaparis.com/

Philadelphia Fashion Week 2011

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FBHs Official Philly Fashion Week (FBHPFW) reaches over 5 ,000 people annually through fashion show events, fashion mixers and seminars.

Philadelphia Fashion Week events reach the vast market of fashion designers, stylists, makeup and hair stylists and various fashion industry executives in Philadelphia and the surrounding area. PFW has become one of the most anticipated and influential event to take place and has help to shape the local and surrounding areas fashion awareness, as well as bring awareness to major issues that are prevalent in our general society.

Philly Fashion Week produced by Kevin Parker & Kerry Scott, has set the mark by being the FIRST to produce a Philadelphia Fashion week, which debuted in 2007 and the FIRST to produce a mainstream event inside the Philadelphia City Hall Courtyard. We now add to that history by being the FIRST to produce a full week of fashion events in the city of Philadelphia. It is our vision to not only provide exposure to local and national models, designers and all those industry inclined, but to continue to be a nationally recognized and respected event.

Philly Fashion Week has been featured on several television programs including Better Philly which airs on MyPHL 17 and Mornings with Sheinelle Jones on Fox 29. Several local and national celebrities have graced the PFW stage like Nik Pace and Jade Cole from Americas Next Top Model, Lori Wilson from NBC 10s The Ten Show, Kharisma from the CW and many others. Fetish by Recording Artist EVE, a Philadelphia native, and Terri Stevens from Project Runway have featured their line on our very own runway.

Every year Philly Fashion Week grows bigger and gets even better. We want the citizens of this city to be proud of what FBH has to offer the fashion world. We continue to bring you the best in fashion production.


http://phillyfashionweek.org/

The It Girl’s Guide to Shopping in NYC

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New York City is chock full of premium stores that cater to fashion-forward tastemakers. However, there are eight buzz-worthy stores that should be added onto your shopping trip to-do list while frolicking around the Big Apple:

• Cream is located in the Upper East Side at 1124 3rd Avenue. This established boutique carries both the tried-and-true brands along with haute new designer frocks. In addition to offering quality styles, the boutique offers alterations that are done in a quick yet tailored manner. If you are unsure on what to wear in order to feel confident in acing an interview or need assistance with recreating your wardrobe, you can make an appointment with one of the in-house personal stylists. As if that isn’t incentive enough to add a spoon full of Cream to your shopping destination, last minute, after-hours shopping is offered for the moments you are stuck in a fashion bind.
• Steal the hot looks from your favorite on-screen girlfriends, Samantha, Miranda and Carrie at the Patricia Field store. The Sex in the City & Beyond Collection created by Field is full of modern pieces for the femme-on-the-go. The colorful and edgy store creates an atmosphere that’s conducive to spending time on finding fashion. You can never go wrong with buying a piece from Emmy-award winning costume designer and native New Yorker Patricia Field. The renowned boutique is located at 302 Bowery, between Houston and Bleeker Street, in the East Village.
• Odin is the oasis of all things hip for the special guy in your life. Contemporary designers such as Rachel Comey, 3.1 Phillip Lim and other fashion-forward designers blended with designer newcomers are carried in the store, located at 199 Lafayette Street between Kenmare and Broome in SOHO. You can even snag great men’s grooming and bath products here. Whether you stop in to just pick up a new screen print tee or need a head-to-toe look, Odin has separates and hook-ups that will transition you from a day to night look.
• After you’re done shopping with your boyfriend at Odin, take a stroll over to the sophisticated boutique, Calypso St. Barth. It is nearly neighbors with Odin, located at 191 Lafayette. Calypso offers styles that reflect grown-up maturity with a youthful and feminine touch. The boutique started out 16 years ago as a strictly resort-wear collection but has now blossomed into a lovely garden of luxury styles that can be worn beachside as well as at an evening rooftop party. The array of accessories, shoes and sportswear offer a selection of lavish looks at fantastic prices. This is also a great place to pick up a gift as Calypso carries fragrance and far-from-ordinary jewelry.
• Jeffrey is located at 449 West 14th Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues. This swanky store offers celebrity treatment by sales assistants in the form of personal shoppers. The owner, Jeffrey Kalinsky, and the buyer, David Rubenstein, work together as a cohesive team in bringing in fresh styles for both men and women. An added bonus to your store visit is the resident DJ, who sets your shopping off to a musically appealing start.
• Blue & Cream (B&C) carries multiple designers along with its exclusive private label brand that can be seen on a long list of celebrities. The boutique caters to both men and women jetsetters by offering well-known luxury brands along with stylish and travel friendly loungewear. The one-of-a-kind styles offered at the store set them apart from the plethora of shops throughout the New York City area that may carry similar styles. For fashionistas, dresses cut in sexy silhouettes by Herve Leger and Helmut Lang are featured in the store. For gentlemen, quality Japanese denim and fresh colors of high-top Nike sneakers are offered. Check out B&C at their 1 East 1st Street location.
• You are sure to leave with something fabulous after visiting What Comes Around Goes Around, located at 351 West Broadway. Nothing is more satisfying than finding an authentic vintage find! The store’s offerings are based on the owners’ ten-years-plus experience in the vintage clothing industry. The Custom Vintage Collection consists of styles that are made from bona fide vintage fabrics. Everything from intricate detailed pieces from the Victorian era right on down to the various denim washes offered from the 1980s can be found in this store.
• Although relatively young as a brand in the fashion industry, Alice+Olivia continues to host collections based off of the whimsical inspirations of its designer Stacey Bendet. The boutique’s inviting layout of well-dressed mannequins serves as the perfect muse for a shopper that is in need of learning how to put together the season’s hottest looks. This is also the perfect place to find the must-have dress for a planned engagement or for finding everyday pieces you can wear to the office. Alice+Olivia is located right outside of the scenic Bryant Park at 80 West 40th Street in Manhattan.

Don’t be surprised if, while you’re on your shopping excursion, you encounter even more fanciful treats outside of the eight we’ve just mentioned; every it girl has to have her own, secret favorites, of course!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hoop Dreams Lead to Acting Scenes for Robbie Jones

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After attending high school in Sacramento, Jones went to UC Berkeley on a basketball scholarship. The leap from court to screen happened about five years ago, when Jones says a couple of buddies who acted in commercials recommended he try it too. Jones met with an agent and right away he says he was booking a lot of commercials. Next were acting classes and a commercial agent; a manager soon followed. Then Mark Schwahn, executive producer of One Tree Hill, came along, and Jones recalls, “I auditioned for him, he took a chance on me and the rest is history. I have been extremely blessed.”

Fittingly, Jones’ first major role was that of a high school basketball player on CW television network’s One Tree Hill, a role for which he had to prove his basketball skills to earn. Jones has also guest-starred on television programs Southland, Dark Blue and ER, and his feature film credits include Hurricane Season with Forest Whitaker and Isaiah Washington.

Jones’ upcoming role, again sports-related, is that of Lewis Flynn in CW’s new fall show Hellcats. As a former-college-football-player-turned-competitive-cheerleader, Flynn is one of a group of college kids attending Lancer University, who comprise the show’s central story. “Marti Perkins is trying to stay in school by any means necessary,” Jones explains. “She needs a scholarship and her last resort is trying out for the competitive cheerleading squad to earn one. The show follows her journey through college along with the other members of the Lancer Hellcats team.” Jones describes Lewis Flynn as a laid-back, easy-going guy who is one of the bases on the team.

When we caught up with Jones, here’s what he shared with us:

Tell us more about Lewis Flynn.

Lewis is a former football player, so his strength and athleticism prove useful in his new gig as a cheerleader. He’s definitely a ladies man yet he somehow is able to stay pretty honorable…They don’t like to have us with a lot of clothes on Hellcats, so I’ll say the viewers can definitely expect to see a whole lot of Lewis, if you know what I mean.

What’s it like working on a pilot and starring a new show from the beginning, versus coming into a series that’s been on for seasons?

The major difference is that there is much more at stake when you are shooting a pilot….When you guest-star, you are adding decoration to a house that has already been built, however, when you shoot a show from day one and the show gets picked up, it’s like you are building your own home with your own hands. It’s as if you and the amazing talents of everyone around you have combined to construct this beautiful house. There’s just so much more to be proud of. It’s quite humbling and such a huge blessing. And the joy you get from looking at that one decoration in a house that is not yours cannot compare to the elation you get when you look upon the fruits of your collective labor.

What it’s like on the Hellcats set?

All of my castmates are amazing and really good people, for that matter. We are all pretty close in age and we hang out off set all of the time. We’re either working out together, grabbing dinner together, going to the movies together or just chillin out, uh huh, together. It’s like I’m back in the college dorms all over again!

What’s your daily style?

I’m sort of a t-shirt and jeans type of guy. I spice it up with a polo, button up, vest or maybe even a sweater or a blazer from time to time. But on most days, you’ll catch me in some kind of t-shirt with some comfortable jeans on…I do like my hats too. I can’t forget about the hats.

What do you do to stay fit?

I do strength training with either weights or resistance bands. And for cardio, I play basketball and run wind-sprints. Pretty simple workouts. Nothing too crazy. However, I’ve been thinking about trying out cross-fit. I hear it is a beast!

Who is your go-to designer for day-to-day style and why?

I’m a Ralph Lauren fan for day-to-day-type clothing. You can never go wrong with the classic polo or a solid Ralph Lauren button down shirt and jeans. Super comfortable and casual yet refined.

Who is your all-time favorite designer and why?

Hugo Boss comes to my mind when I’m thinking about the all-time greats in men’s fashion. I love their clothing. They have some amazing suits and tuxedos. There’s something about how you feel in a Hugo Boss suit. Just… bossy… so very BOSS-y!

Shantel VanSanten of One Tree Hill: Runway Interview

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Born in Minnesota and later moving to Texas (where she eventually graduated from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth), Shantel was snapped up as a model at age 15. She later appeared as one of the finalists on NBC’s reality television series Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit Model Search, and then moved on to work in such films as The Final Destination and You and I. She is currently making her mark as the wilful, strong-minded and introspective “Quinn James” in the television series One Tree Hill. We love watching Shantel on screen for both her talent in portraying such a multi-faceted character and also for her eye-catching wardrobe, which creates the trendy allure of a girl who knows what she wants.

Runway: In many respects, you are now in a more exciting place in your career. Can you identify what has highlighted these changes both personally and with your character in One Tree Hill as Quinn James?

-Shantel: Despite my Mother telling me I have been a performer my whole life; it truly started for me in the confines of a small acting class in Dallas. I feel very fortunate BEING where I am today and there are so many things I credit to getting me here. The growth in my career has been one of the biggest blessings I find myself grateful for TODAY. STARTING IN FILM and breaking out in THE television world has been a huge HIGHLIGHT for me. WORKING WITH THE CASTAND CREW OF “One Tree Hill” and playing Quinn is one of the greatest opportunities I have been given. ALSO, the characters I have told stories through, IN FILM AND TELEVISION, PLUS THE people I have worked with and the places I have shot , have been HUGE highlights IN CHANGING WHO I AM TODAY. There is so many roles I would like to explore and I TRUST this is only the beginning of the journey.

Runway: Quinn proves she can face her fears -like walking into an ocean of uncharted waters. What does this mean metaphorically to you in your own personal conquests and challenges?

-Shantel: First of all I AM actually afraid of the ocean… and joining this show and cast that was already established felt much like this. I have learned in my life that facing your fears is something from which you can truly grow. I used to fear failure – more than anything in my life – however I have learned you can grow from the struggles and obstacles life hands you.

Runway: I love Quinn’s ability to let go without losing the part of her sensitive side that allows her to learn and grow in her relationship with Clay. Does this represent shedding part of her old character?

-Shantel: I don’t think the term “old” or “new” character works because the past defines who we are in the present. Everyone grows and learns from experiences we have. For Quinn, it has been a process of growing up as a woman and GROWING EMOTIONALLY within her new found relationship. She is finding the confidence to love again and find the kind of love, which two people can grow from. Clay and Quinn went through a lot last season WHEN it started off with a friendship, which allowed their relationship to then form and blossom into something magical. I believe she always followed her heart and you can never go wrong when you do that!

Runway: Quinn wears some fabulous outfits in the series. Would you say they would be part of what you would choose to include in your personal wardrobe?

-Shantel: I LOVE Quinn’s style!!! She stays true to her artistic roots and is laid back but when she needs to, she can put on a fabulous dress…it’s effortless and chic. There is always a cool trinket or necklace we try to incorporate as an accessory, which was inspired by A desire to personalize my character. I have been very fortunate to work all over the world and my travels definitely influence my personal clothing collection. I always try to take home some type of vintage piece WHICH represents that place for me. I think Quinn being an artist and world traveler would APPRECIATE THAT. Fashion is something I have always lived for since the first pair of gold pumps I got from Payless. Shoes have become a weakness or if I may say an obsession… ok, ok an ADDICTION J! They are essential to an outfit…

Runway: Shooting in Wilmington, North Carolina, must be beautiful. How is living there different than living in LA?

-Shantel: North Carolina is BEAUTIFUL AND DEFINITELY a world away from Los Angeles in respect to many things. It has so much to offer with the beaches, climate, and history and I appreciate the differences. They do become blaring obvious once you have lived in LA. Fortunately living here, in a small town, you get to focus on your work and not get lost in everything else. You also get to be more in touch with the fans that take vacations to come meet us!

Runway: Can you tell me about any upcoming projects?

-Shantel: As of now I am working on making season 8 of One Tree Hill … season GR8! (GREAT) Over the summer I completed a movie WHICH WE filmed in Berlin called “Remembrance”. I have been reviewing scripts for some other amazing projects, which I have my eye on when we wrap!

GIGLIANNE BRAGA: MODEL MEETS RUNWAY

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Her striking features, self-assuredness and take-it-or-leave-it demeanor has been found off-putting to some viewers and she struggles with the criticism that has paralleled alongside chasing her dream under the public microscope.

An erroneous first impression could easily paint this stunning 21-year-old as aloof. Sitting down with her in Los Angeles, we found something else – something endearing.

Looking past the perfect smile (a pout that’ll have plastic surgeons asking, “Angelina who?”), her huge eyes simply reveal hesitation. What may well be mistaken as indifference turns out to be an honest uneasiness that any of us would carry in the angst of prejudgment.

Take note, bloggers: she’s only human.

We chatted with her about it…

RUNWAY: What was life like before Simon Fuller came into your life?

GIGLIANNE: I went on a few jobs, went to some casting calls, but never really got anywhere with modeling until now.

R: You moved to New Jersey with your family when you were five. What do you think about The Jersey Shore kids?

G: I don’t think about them. I don’t like Snooki…I find it kinda embarrassing to have this whole weird rep that they’re giving the shore. The shore is pretty cool and the beaches are amazing. People just see [New Jersey] now as the armpit of America but it’s an amazing state.

R: How are you handling cameras on you 24/7? I couldn’t even brush my teeth.

G: It’s hard. I’m like, ‘I didn’t do that exactly’…but it’s drama, it’s entertainment.

R: Right, so let’s put it out there – what do you want people to see?

G: …It may be showing me in a weird light, but it’s entertaining, you know? I just never imagined it would be this hard… I just need to think big picture… If it’s entertaining and my career still comes, it’s all alright. But sometimes it’s hard being hated so much.

R: It’s easy to hate the gorgeous girl. Give us something you don’t like about yourself. Any insecurities?

G: Oh God, there’s a lot. (laughs) Let’s see, it could be my hands, my feet or it could be my super skinny legs, my big eyes…I dunno. But I just have to love myself and work with what I have.

R: Do you want to get into acting?

G: A little… I’m falling more in love with the craft every day. I’m now modeling out here, so I’m thinking maybe I’ll get into acting as well because I am out here. This is such a great place to start.

R: Any beauty products you never leave home without?

G: I’m obsessed with lipstick – I have a million. I like MAC, Laura Mercier. I like dark reds. Neutrals are good, too. I kinda just put stuff on my lips and I’m happy.

R: So in September, if you make it to New York Fashion Week, who do you want to see?

G: Marc Jacobs, huge designer and I hear the hottest ticket in town.

R: Front row or walk?

G: I’d LOVE to walk but if I’m just there that’d be amazing as well. No, let me walk!

R: Any go-to inspirations for a bad day?

G: Before I left NY, a friend told me, “Two things that you need – patience and endurance in your life. With that you can do anything.”

R: Yeah, smart friend.

G: Many times my mind is racing…I’m like “this is where I am today…but I want to be over there.” He says, “You gotta live each moment in order to get there. You gotta find the balance.” Enjoy the ride basically.

R: And are you enjoying it?

G: I am. It’s hard as hell but I am enjoying it. It’s just the craziest project of my life and I’m so super fortunate to be part of it.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Fall 2011

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“The start of the 2011 fashion season has positive momentum with a strong line-up of amazing designers showing this coming February,” said Lisa Holladay, manager of brand experience marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA. “A great deal of buzz and energy is building as the industry looks forward to a brighter outlook for this year.”

“We are proud to welcome so many established and emerging designers to present their Fall collections this season,” said Peter Levy, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of IMG Fashion. “The goal of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is to facilitate an opportunity for designers and brands to successfully showcase their talent at an event that will further support the growth of their businesses.”

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week will present the following designers The Heart Truth’s Red Dress Collection, Nicholas K, Porter Grey, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Richard Chai, Duckie Brown, Luca Luca, Mara Hoffman, Tadashi Shoji, Eva Minge, Christian Siriano, W Hotels Global Glam, Irina Shabayeva, Ruffian, Tess Giberson, Perry Ellis, Farah Angsana, Buckler, Rebecca Taylor, Tommy Hilfiger Men’s, Nicole Miller, Joy Cioci, Cynthia Rowley, Academy of Art University, Venexiana, Binetti, Jill Stuart, Prabal Gurung, ADAM, MANDY COON, Vivienne Tam, Mik Cire, Charlotte Ronson, G-Star RAW, Toni Francesc, Derek Lam, Timo Weiland, Lela Rose, DKNY, Calvin Klein Collection Men’s, Tory Burch, Yoana Baraschi, Max Azria, Diane von Furstenburg, CYNTHIA STEFFE, Y-3, Carmen Marc Valvo, Custo Barcelona, Behnaz Sarafpour, Tommy Hilfiger, Zang Toi, Jenny Packham, Callula Lillibelle, Carolina Herrera, Carlos Miele, Tracy Reese, Donna Karan New York, Monique Lhuillier, pamella roland, Betsey Johnson, Chado Ralph Rucci, Mackage, Rebecca Minkoff, Trias, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Jen Kao, Diesel Black Gold, Bibhu Mohapatra, Hervé Léger by Max Azria, Dennis Basso, J. Mendel, Tibi, Frank Tell, Narciso Rodriguez, Yigal Azrouël, Domenico Vacca, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, Herchcovitch;Alexandre, Adrienne Vittadini, Milly by Michelle Smith, Helen Yarmak, CHRISTIAN COTA, Anna Sui, Odd Molly, Elie Tahari, General Idea, Ralph Lauren, Ports 1961, Calvin Klein Collection Women’s, Elene Cassis, Naeem Khan, LUBLU Kira Plastinina, L.A.M.B. and IVANAhelsinki.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week will host three runway venues; the Theatre, Stage and Studio, as well as a fourth presentation space called the Box for designer presentations, industry forums, press conferences and other activities. Additionally, the new Lincoln Center venue features an outdoor courtyard to accommodate the growing needs of the fashion community.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is at Lincoln Center, located between West 62nd and 65th Streets and Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues. The location provides attendees with convenient transportation and access to the event via subway, buses, taxi and car service. By subway, the 1 train goes directly to the 66th Street/Lincoln Center Station as well as the A, C, B, D service to the 59th Street/Columbus Circle stop. By bus, the M5, M7, M10, M11, M66 and M104 lines all stop within one block of the Lincoln Center campus. Cars can pick up and drop off at the main steps main steps between 63rd and 64th streets on Columbus Avenue or on Broadway at West 65th Street to access a weather-protected entrance. In addition, there will be a taxi stand on Columbus Avenue between 62nd and 63rd streets and a designed waiting area for car pick up on 65th street.
Each year, the 232,000 attendees at Fashion Weeks generate new economic activity for New York City businesses, accounting for more than $466 million in direct visitor spending and contributing to $1.6 billion in annual tax revenue to the City’s fashion industry. More than $40 million annually is spent on meals at local restaurants; nearly $30 million on taxis, car service, and public transportation; and an additional $56 million at area hotels.

Title sponsor Mercedes-Benz is joined by DHL, American Express®, Maybelline New York, TRESemmé, Starbucks Frappuccino® Coffee Drink, W Hotels Worldwide, AOL Inc., Kim Crawford Wines, ideeli, FIJI Water, and The Heart Truth® Campaign as well as the following media outlets: The New York Times, Women’s Wear Daily and Getty Images. Over nine days, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week will host more than 100,000 guests. With the help of these sponsors providing hospitality, services and amenities, we hope to make the hectic week of shows as effortless and pleasurable as possible for all attendees. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is an IMG event.

For more information, and for press and industry registration, please visit us online athttp://registration.mbfashionweek.com.

Follow us on Facebook on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fan Page!

Preliminary Schedule of Events:

February 9, 2011
7:00 PM The Heart Truth’s Red Dress Collection, Theatre

February 10, 2011
9:00 AM Nicholas K, Studio
9:30-10:30 AM Porter Grey, Box*
10:00 AM BCBGMAXAZRIA, Theatre
11:00 AM Richard Chai, Stage
1:00 PM Duckie Brown, Studio
3:00 PM Luca Luca, Stage
3:30-4:30 PM Mara Hoffman, Box*
4:00 PM Tadashi Shoji, Studio
6:00 PM Eva Minge, TBC
7:00 PM Christian Siriano, Stage
8:30-9:30 PM W Hotels Global Glam, Box*
9:00 PM Irina Shabayeva, Studio

February 11, 2011
9:00 AM Ruffian, Studio
9:30-10:30 AM Tess Giberson, Box*
11:00 AM Perry Ellis, Stage
12:00 PM Farah Angsana, Studio
1:30-2:30 PM Buckler, Box*
2:00 PM Rebecca Taylor, Stage
5:30-6:30 PM Tommy Hilfiger Men’s, TBC
6:30-7:30 PM Tommy Hilfiger Men’s, TBC
6:00 PM Nicole Miller, Studio
6:30-7:30 PM Joy Cioci, Box*
7:00 PM Cynthia Rowley, Stage
8:00 PM Academy of Art University, Theatre
9:00 PM Venexiana, Studio

February 12, 2011
10:30-11:30 AM Binetti, Box*
11:00 AM Jill Stuart, Stage
12:00 PM Prabal Gurung, Studio
2:00 PM ADAM, Stage
2:30-3:30 PM MANDY COON, Box*
3:00 PM Vivienne Tam, Theatre
4:00 PM Mik Cire, Studio
6:00 PM Charlotte Ronson, Stage
7:00 PM G-Star RAW, Theatre
9:00 PM Toni Francesc, Studio

February 13, 2011
10:00 AM Derek Lam, Stage
10:30-11:30 AM Timo Weiland, Box*
11:00 AM Lela Rose, Studio
1:00 PM DKNY, 547 W 26th Street
2:00 PM Calvin Klein Collection Men’s, 205 W 39th Street
2:15 PM Tory Burch , Studio
2:30-3:30 PM Yoana Baraschi, Box*
3:00 PM Max Azria, Stage
4:00 PM Diane von Furstenberg, Theatre
5:00 PM CYNTHIA STEFFE, Studio
5:00 PM Y-3, 82 Mercer Street
6:00 PM Carmen Marc Valvo, 4 Times Square
7:00 PM Custo Barcelona, Stage
7:30-8:30 PM Behnaz Sarafpour, Box*
8:00 PM Tommy Hilfiger, Theatre
9:00 PM Zang Toi, Studio

February 14, 2011
9:00 AM Jenny Packham, Studio
9:30- 10:30 AM Callula Lillibelle, Box*
10:00 AM Carolina Herrera, Theatre
11:00 AM Carlos Miele, Stage
1:00 PM Tracy Reese, Studio
2:00 PM Donna Karan New York, 547 W 26th Street
3:00 PM Monique Lhuillier, Stage
5:00 PM pamella roland, Studio
6:00 PM Betsey Johnson, Theatre
6:00 PM Chado Ralph Rucci, TBC
7:00 PM Mackage, Stage

February 15, 2011
9:00 AM Rebecca Minkoff, Studio
9:30-10:30 AM Trias, Box*
10:00 AM Badgley Mischka, Theatre
11:00 AM Vera Wang, Stage
1:00 PM Jen Kao, Studio
1:00 PM Diesel Black Gold, TBC
1:30-3:30 PM Bibhu Mohapatra, Box*
2:00 PM Hervé Léger by Max Azria, Theatre
3:00 PM Dennis Basso, Stage
6:00 PM J. Mendel, Studio
7:00 PM Tibi, Stage
7:30-8:30 PM Frank Tell, Box*
8:00 PM Narciso Rodriguez, Theatre

February 16, 2011
9:00 AM Yigal Azrouël, Studio
9:30-10:30 AM Domenico Vacca, Box*
10:00 AM Michael Kors, Theatre
11:00 AM Nanette Lepore, Stage
1:00 PM Herchcovitch;Alexandre, Studio
1:30-2:30 PM Adrienne Vittadini, Box*
3:00 PM Milly by Michelle Smith, Stage
4:00 PM Helen Yarmak, 730 Fifth Avenue, 23rd Floor
5:00 PM CHRISTIAN COTA, Studio
6:00 PM Anna Sui, Theatre
6:30-7:30 PM Odd Molly, Box*
7:00 PM Elie Tahari, Stage

February 17, 2011
9:00 AM General Idea, Studio
10:00 AM Ralph Lauren, 275 Hudson Street
11:00 AM Ralph Lauren, 275 Hudson Street
1:00 PM Ports 1961, Theatre
2:00 PM Calvin Klein Collection Women’s, 205 W 39th St, Ground Floor
3:00 PM Calvin Klein Collection Women’s, 205 W 39th St, Ground Floor
6:00 PM Elene Cassis, Studio
7:00 PM Naeem Khan, Stage
7:30-8:30 PM LUBLU Kira Plastinina, Box*
8:00 PM L.A.M.B., Theatre
9:00 PM IVANAhelsinki, Studio

*Designer Presentation

Organizing Your Life

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Declutter your Desk

Sometimes small changes can lead to big results when it comes to getting organized. Whether your desk is located in an office or tucked away in a corner of your home, it should be a space that inspires you to work. If clutter has taken over your desk, try some of these desktop organizing tips:

• Clear everything off your desktop. Then arrange the items you use most within easy reach. Try to limit the items to your keyboard, mouse, phone, a notebook and a pen and pencil holder. Use drawer organizers to stash other items out of sight.

• Consolidate your To Do lists. Get in the habit of using a single notebook for task lists and project notes. Think of it as a work diary. You may want to invest in an organizer like one of the Do & Delegate books from Buttoned Up. These spiral-bound notebooks come with tabbed sections to help you track To Do lists and plan projects.

• Develop a filing system for paperwork. Hanging vertical files are easier to search through than piles of paper. Use folders with labeled tabs to organize paperwork by category. Store current paperwork in hanging files in a desk drawer or in a file stand on your desk. Use a file cabinet for long term paperwork storage.

• Clear your desk at the end of the day.

And start with a clean slate the next time you sit down. If you’re in the middle of something, make a few notes and then file it away. When you’re ready to continue, you can pick right up where you left off. Organize Your Closet Have you ever spent time looking for a favorite garment or pair of shoes that have disappeared, or stood staring at a closet full of clothes and felt that you had nothing to wear? These are sure signs that organization is needed. Taking some time to clean out and organize your closet will save you time every day and simplify your life. The first step in closet organization is deciding what to get rid of. This should be done at least once a year. If you haven’t worn something in a year or two, it’s time to donate it to your favorite charity. The next important step is to move your off-season clothing to another closet. You’ll find that it’s easier to get dressed each morning if you’re only looking at the clothes that are in season. After you’ve completed these steps, you are hopefully looking at an emptier closet. Now it’s time to organize. Invest in some plastic or wooden hangers. Using hangers that are the same size and shape will give your closet a neater look. Decide on a hanging scheme that will help you quickly find any piece of clothing and make it easier to coordinate an outfit. For example, group like items of clothing together (i.e., pants, shirts, skirts, work out clothing, evening clothing, etc.) and then arrange each group by color. Fold sweaters and t-shirts, and stack them on shelves or put them in drawers according to color. Storing shoes in boxes is the best way to keep them organized and neat. If you use the original shoe boxes, add a descriptive label to help you remember what’s inside. Even better, take a picture of the shoes with your digital camera and paste it to the end of the box. Clear plastic boxes are another good shoe storage option. They’re inexpensive and will give your closet a nice uniform look.

Keep the Memories, Lose the Clutter

One of the fundamental reasons that people let clutter accumulate throughout their home is the association of objects with memories. It’s hard to let go of things that are linked to happy times and special people, but sentimental clutter can stop you from moving forward in life. If you find that your home is filled with items that have no use except to represent a memory, it’s time to stop thinking of your living space as a museum to the past. Recognize that the happy memories will live on even after the item is gone. Organizing experts suggest taking pictures of cherished items before giving them away. Then you can still reminisce by looking at the photo. However, photo albums can end up creating a new type of clutter, especially if you don’t have time to put photos into albums right after they’re developed. A digital photo frame will let you take photo organization to the next level. Today’s digital frames use wireless technology and memory card readers to transfer pictures directly from your camera. Once photos are safely stored in the photo frame, they are instantly accessible and highly portable. You can relive your memories with the touch of a button. Use the

Principles of Feng Shui

The ancient Chinese principles of Feng Shui govern the natural flow of energy through a home. Some of the fundamental rules of Feng Shui can be easily applied to any living space to help clear clutter and create a relaxing atmosphere. According to Feng Shui, clutter is an energy drain. Eliminating it will foster higher energy levels and a general sense of well-being. Begin with the entryway to your home. Feng Shui says that this is where positive energy enters. Don’t block the energy with empty planters, children’s toys, shoes, and boots or recycle bins. Clear these items away and add a relaxing focal point such as a small fountain or well-maintained plant. Create a gracious welcome for friends, family and positive energy. Feng Shui in the kitchen is all about cleanliness. Clean out the refrigerator and remove unnecessary clutter from counters. Then clean surfaces and appliances with a natural cleaning solution, avoiding the use of harsh and toxic chemicals. In the bedroom, remove all items that add to the sense of clutter and are visually distracting. If possible, move your work desk and computer to another room. Create a peaceful sanctuary where you can relax and recharge. There are additional Feng Shui principles that pertain to the placement of furniture and the use of color. If you’d like to learn more, check out one of the books that explain these principles. One of the most popular is Karen Kingston’s Clear Your Clutter with Feng Shui. Make Room for Relaxation Once you’ve made some progress with clearing the clutter out of your life, you can think about creating a private oasis of tranquility. Transform your bedroom, bathroom or living room into a private retreat where you can relax and unwind. You can draw inspiration from Zen, which is another Asian-inspired style of decorating. Zen style embodies simplicity, minimalism and an appreciation for the natural world. One of the most important characteristics of Zen style is an absence of clutter, which contributes to an atmosphere of peacefulness and tranquility. To add some Zen style to your retreat, minimize the contents of the room. Only include furniture that’s necessary for the room’s function. Replace fussy accessories with a few natural items such as stones, shells, and wood carvings. Add additional accessories that will contribute to the feeling of relaxation, including an indoor fountain or water feature, Asian-inspired plants such as orchids and bamboo, and scented candles or incense. A Zen retreat is the perfect place to create a daily relaxation ritual. Whether it’s meditation, yoga or just a long hot bath, a relaxation ritual is the perfect way to unwind, declutter your mind and free your spirit.

VIKTOR LUNA: PLAYING WITH STRUCTURE, TEXTURE THE UNEXPECTED

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Runway Magazine Editorial Team
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In 2003, Luna moved to New York City to get a formal education in fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Upon graduation, he interned with the fashion label Zero Maria Cornejo as a production assistant, where Luna says he learned how to create and run a business.

In 2009, the VIKTOR LUNA F/W collection featured pops of color (pink, silver and blue), with a focus on dresses, blouses and skirts crafted from a mix of materials. The following season, a sharply-contrasting S/S ‘10 collection was an edgy, black-and-white (but mostly black) mix of soft and hard, leather and lace, and over-the-top and wearable. From the perfect little black dress to an Oscar-worthy black gown, to a fringe suit most likely to be seen in a Lady Gaga video, the collection had it all – jackets, dresses, leggings, a skirt, even a vest and then some.

There’s a continuation with the VIKTOR LUNA F/W ‘10 collection, which focuses on separates and layering, structural fabrics and materials not necessarily associated with fashion. The couture, limited edition and special order collection is full of wearable modern pieces incorporating Neoprene, boning, pleather, plastic mosquito screening, spandex, tulle, silk chiffon, canvas and cotton. Proportion is at play in every sleeve, from the open, woven sleeve of a black dress to a magical jacket that makes the wearer’s arms appear detached from her body. Standouts include the perfect sleeveless little black shirt, a black bubble-skirted dress with a perfectly synched waist, and a Spain-inspired dress paired with sleek black leggings. Luna’s most recent collection is a study in black and white, full of separates that can transform a wardrobe from ho-hum to HELLO!

Viktor Luna has been featured in Plaster magazine, Encore magazine, The Ultimate Magazine, The New York Times Sunday Style Section, and his work has been featured editorially in Runway Magazine, Bello mag, U+Magazine and Blink magazine.
We caught up with Viktor recently to ask him more about his current collection and what’s next:

RM: Explain the transition between your S/S ‘10 and F/W ‘10 collections.

VL: I wanted to start with a clean canvas for my S/S ‘10 collection and as I completed this and realized how much more I wanted to create to that particular collection, I decided to translate it into a more autumnal mood; thus, the F/W ‘10 collection was conceived, containing much more volume and thicker materials that evoke richness and sophistication, yet still ties into that of the S/S ‘10.

RM: What was/were the inspiration(s) or muse(s) for the current (F/W ‘10) collection?

VL: My inspirations are mainly the duality and balance of life, and, from there, I got the idea of volume and sleekness. I was inspired by the old way of dressing and how grand it could look if the garments are exaggerated, but maintaining a modern view to the collection. I always see my muses or women as super-powerful people, whether in their daily life or in going out and having an enchanting time!

RM: What new techniques, materials or fabrics did you use in your F/W ‘10 collection?

VL: I used major volume and pleating with a rough edge to the looks and garments. It’s something that I enjoy working with – the soft and hard, and black and white, etc. I used wools, wool jersey, canvas cottons, silk chiffon, beading, cable wires, satin, Neoprene…

RM: How have your collections evolved since you started?

VL: As a designer you are always in search of new and exciting ideas that can stimulate your creative mind, transcending it into a visual phenomenon. I am always looking to better the before and bring more and more. I have become darker in my designs but like always bringing balance into the garment that I know evokes power into the body.

RM: Who do you see wearing your designs?

VL: I see all ages of women wearing my designs…there is a bit of everything for everyone. I try to create garments that are special and timeless, and I do have many stylish and professional fans that wear my garments, whether it’s for a party or work! VIKTOR LUNA is fairly new and has not yet been scouted to the celebs, but my focus is very much to conquer my fans and from there I am sure celebs will come by.

RM: If you could dress anyone, who would it be and why?

VL: I would love to dress the world! But if I have to choose one, I would say Roisin Murphy! I love her sense of style and the way she wears things. Roisin Murphy, please call me if you read this!

RM: What other designer’s work do you admire, or what recent collection has caught your eye?

VL: I love Alexander McQueen! He is the ultimate revolutionary of fashion; he was a visionary and a prodigy. Other designers I admire are Balenciaga, Martin Margiela, Boudicca, and Gareth Pugh and many more. So many superb designers…..

RM: Any hints you can reveal about what we can expect from your S/S ‘11 collection?

VL: There will be a lot of colors, which will be a big departure from my previous two collections, and I am excited also to introduce the newest men’s collection with a few more surprises!

RM: What important lessons did you learn from your first collection?

VL: To always be true to yourself and listen to your gut. Practice make perfect.

Julia Clancey: Glitzy Glam with a Twist of British Cheekiness

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Runway Magazine Editorial Team
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Since debuting her collection at London Fashion Week in 2004, Julia has been setting red carpets and award shows on fire with the likes of Paris Hilton, Megan Fox and Lindsay Lohan flaunting her designs. And with editorials in Vogue, Elle and W, Julia Clancey is proving that she is the go-to designer for statement pieces that not only wow and pop, but gives a little wink to the naughty in all of us.


You have taken a different path to fashion design than some, initially working as a fashion editor before you became a designer.

Julia Clancey: “I wasn’t really looking to become a designer. I worked as a fashion stylist for rock bands in London. When I moved to Australia I was styling and I wrote for a few fashion magazines. I didn’t consider myself a designer at that time; I worked as a stylist for these bands and occasionally I would design clothes for them. Anyway, I had designed clothes for the Welsh band Catatonia’s lead singer Paul Jones, so when Catatonia was asked to do this big British marketing campaign for Whirlpool washing machines, the director of the video asked if I would design the clothes. I got swept up in the flow of this multi-million dollar campaign and designed the clothes for the entire campaign. I really kind of faked it, but it worked out well in the end.”

You are British, but now you live and run your business out of Los Angeles, how did that come about?

Julia Clancey: “My former publicist Kelly Cutrone at People’s Revolution got sponsorship for me from IMG and Smashbox for LA Fashion Week, and since my clothes have a red-carpet appeal I felt it was best to move to LA because of all the movie premieres and award shows.”

Do you think that being a stylist has helped you become a better designer?

Julia Clancey: “As a stylist you are very in touch with how clothes look on your clients from all angles. You identify with who your client is and what works on their body and what pieces compliments their wardrobe. So I bring that skill set to my role as a designer.”

Many of the clothes in your collections have sparkle and shimmer, why that particular look?

Julia Clancey: “I think I must have been a drag queen in another life. [Lots of laughter] I like things that sparkle. My house in London has a chandelier in every room and I am just partial to glitzy, shiny things. I don’t really work with prints. I like to work with great solids and embroider with crystals and sequins.”

You love the fantasy fabrics, silk and chiffon, why?

Julia Clancey: “I like to waft. I like to twirl and float and command the dance floor. [Lots of laughter] Really!! I love all forms of dance, especially ballet, so I have this attraction for tulle and fabrics that really moves. There is nothing better than walking in a garment that makes a statement and having the wind make the fabric flow so that you create this aura of floating.”

Let’s talk about your Cannes Cannes Collection.

Julia Clancey: “My Cannes Cannes Collection was inspired by my desire to go the Cannes Film Festival and what I would have in my wardrobe if I went to the festival, lived the luxury life and attended lots of celebrity parties. I believe if you design or buy a garment for a certain occasion you will end up going to that place or event. And I did end up going to the Cannes Film Festival and partying on an incredible yacht.”

Your website is very, as the British would say, cheeky and has a wonderful component where shoppers can match size with color palettes, how did you come up with that element?

Julia Clancey: “I think fashion should be fun and you see that reflected in my website. My site is still in the embryonic stage and you will see lots of new components as we develop the site. With the Cannes Cannes Collection, all the caftans are one size, so shoppers can go to the site and match and play with the colors.”

Your clothes were a part of the finale of America’s Next Top Model Cycle 13, how did that come about?

Julia Clancey: “I dressed this lady who organizes all the big events in Cannes and through her I met one of the producers of ANTM and was picked to be a part of the finale. Tyra was great to work with and it was wonderful being on location in Maui.”

What’s next for you?

Julia Clancey: “Cannes Cannes launches in July. I am developing a secondary line, Little Miss Clancey, where the price points are lower than my signature line. We are planning a big launch of that in September. And I am developing an accessories line to launch in the US in February.”

For information about Julia Clancey’s collections, go to juliaclancey.com.

Omari Hardwick from TNTs Dark Blue

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Runway Magazine Editorial Team
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Born Omari Latif Hardwick in Decatur, Georgia, Hardwick’s parents gave him a name to set a precedent – Omari meaning most high, and Latif meaning gentle. He shares, “I in no way believe that I am the highest or most high but I feel like my name gives me something to strive for.” Hardwick’s youth revolved around sports but, early on, he knew he also had a passion for the arts. He was actively writing poetry on a regular basis at age 14 and still writes and publishes today. In high school he excelled at basketball, baseball and football, and then continued his football career to play at the University of Georgia. Although a star on the field, Hardwick never gave up his passion for acting and minored in theatre. He says, “I hugely attribute sports to my success in the entertainment business. Being on the field taught me dedication and discipline. I already came from a strict household when I was growing up, so playing sports just took that to another level. Whenever I approach a set, I always feel as though the cast, crew, director, are all part of a team. I have always married athletics and art, two huge parts of my life.”

 

After graduation, Hardwick relocated to San Diego for a spot on the San Diego Chargers football team (NFL), however, a knee injury cut his football career short. He decided to revisit his original passion for acting and moved to New York to study his craft more extensively. In New York, Hardwick studied off-Broadway until 2000, when he made the move to Los Angeles. As a struggling actor he worked odd jobs to pay for acting classes, but the security gigs and substitute teaching at times weren’t enough to make ends meet – at one point he even lived out of his car. Hardwick shares, “What is so crazy is that where I presently shoot my series Dark Blue is where I lived in my car when I first moved to Los Angeles. It is surreal at times.”

 

Hardwick’s big break came in 2003 when he was cast in his first major role as a series regular in Spike Lee’s Sucker Free City. Two years later he landed the feature The Guardian and TNT’s Saved – both of which he booked within a three-week span in 2005. He notes, “I felt like I had arrived when I went back to one of my odd jobs that had let me go several years prior, and I looked out over Sunset Boulevard right next to the Chateau Marmont and saw myself plastered on a billboard overlooking the city. I had to break down a little at that point – it was a big moment for me.” Throughout 2007 – 2009 Hardwick worked on various projects including guest starring on several television series and filming several movies including Summit Entertainment’s Next Day Air and Touchstone Picture’s Miracle at St. Anna. In 2008 he landed the role of “Ty Curtis” on the TNT series Dark Blue; season 1 aired throughout 2009.

 

In addition to acting, Hardwick is a founding member of Plan B Inc. Theater Group and a co-founder of Los Angeles Actor’s Lounge. He has big plans for his production company, Bravelife, in 2010 as well, and plans on expanding the company. Hardwick also continues to work on his poetry and has written more than 4,000 poems.

 

Recently, Hardwick took time to answer some of our questions. Here’s what he said:

 

RM: In Dark Blue, what’s going on with “Ty” this season?

 

OH: I think fans can expect a more interesting Ty, not as introspective – more off-the-cuff in his decisions, maybe resulting in a more exciting Ty. They can expect that he is fully committed to the job this year and he is not second-guessing like he was in the first season, and that his priority is not necessarily the juggle of husband and cop as much as it was in season one.

 

RM: How do you get into character?

 

OH: Without giving too much of my secret away, I am an actor who works inside out, first discovering the flaws and the negative side of the character, secondly justifying and validating why they are there and thirdly concluding where the character must end up.

 

RM: How is the camaraderie on the set?

 

OH: The environment on set is quite the antithesis of what fans see in terms of the tense angst with which we attack our job. We make it through our long days with a lot of laughter and a lot of practical jokes. I can honestly say that the five of us get along quite well, often hanging out with each other outside of the set.

 

RM: How do you find time for poetry?

 

OH: At the oddest hours of the day, whenever I can write. For example, I pulled over on an LA street at 1 a.m. a week ago and penned a poem. Poetry keeps me balanced and sane in the midst of the insanity often required to be an actor.

 

RM: How are you able to balance your personal life with your many interests and work?

 

OH: I wake up every day knowing that my greatest blessing in life is my family and friends, and I would be willing to bet that the even greater blessing is how humble and connected they keep me to what matters most in life – and that is them and spending time with them. Of course, anyone as family-oriented as me understands the need for alone time and I force myself to take it. My motorcycle helps.

 

RM: Who is your favorite clothing designer and why?

 

OH: Ralph Lauren. I think that the two most important [ideas] in life are ‘mediocrity is not an option’, and ‘consistency is priceless’. Ralph Lauren has dressed every man and every woman in a timeless, classy manner, consistently, from the moment he started.

 

RM: What is your day-to-day style?

 

OH: It is hard for me to answer that question as I don’t look at myself like that, but my publicist seems to think I am a cross between a James Dean with classic tee shirts and jeans, mixed with a lot of vintage 1970s pieces. I am a sucker for really unique sneakers and really cool boots. I have been told that I can wear a hat as well, and that not every man can.

 

 

 

 

 

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