October 2017 – CTFashionMag

The brides wore ‘Chiffon’

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Connecticut Fashion Week branched out into the world of weddings on Saturday, Oct. 28 with Bridal Expo II in Ansonia, Conn. Besides providing a venue for […]

It wasn’t just about the bride

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Connecticut Fashion Week offered a Bridal Expo on Oct. 28. But besides items directed toward the bride, the fashion organization presented some locally-crafted accessories and vintage […]

Fashion to the rescue

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As an antidote to the ugliness of cancer, the beauty of fashion and the performing arts were showcased in Hartford on Oct. 27. Do U Have […]

Before they showed they ‘had what it takes’

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Do U Have What It Takes 3 Pink & White Affair A Cancer Benefit was held at Capitol Community College in Hartford, Conn. on Oct. 27. Before the models stepped […]

A rock and roll wedding, down in the ‘Dungeon’

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Musician Argyle Goolsby comes from the school of rock known as horror rock. A former member of the noted band Blitzkid, and who has played with […]

Dearly Beloved shines at The Knot Couture’s Casablanca runway

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Casablanca presented its spring summer 2018 collection of its Beloved line at The Knot Couture during New York Bridal Fashion Week earlier this month. Casablanca explained on its website Beloved […]

The future of hair(stylists)

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Graduates of the International Institute of Cosmetology pulled out their crystal balls and put on their thinking caps to demonstrate their visions for creative and trendy […]

The rush before the runway crush

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Students from the International Institute of Cosmetology and models arrived at the crack of dawn, 6:30 a.m., at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville, Conn. to put […]

Four women selected to compete at Miss Connecticut

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Four new titleholders were selected on Saturday night to represent the city at Miss Connecticut and Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen in June. Jillian Duffy was crowned […]

Hairdressing grads receive words of wisdom

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Dozens and dozens of students of the International Institute Cosmetology entered the professional world of hairdressing following graduation exercises held at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville […]

No one here gets out alive

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com Dedicated to my beautiful Christina and Anthony: A letter about life. Death. It’s one of those words. The kind no one likes to say hear or […]

Not your typical makeup; get your Glaze on

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you want to get more creative then red lips and smoky eyes with your makeup, Hard Candy Metal Glaze might be the ticket. The product, […]

The Importance of Fruits

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com Fruits are full of nutrients that are essential for your health, and assist in preventing the risk of certain diseases. Fruits contains fiber, antioxidants and specific […]

Tricks or Treats? How to keep your Halloween Healthy.

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com October is full of fun fall festivities. From fairs, to trips around New England, haunted hay rides and houses, to Halloween parties, fall is one of […]

Simply luxurious, simply Justin Alexander

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Justin Alexander continues its tradition of luxurious, ornate bridal gowns with its spring/ summer 2018 collection. Showing the new line before buyers and press at The […]

Negris LeBrum unveils its Le Magnolia collection

Posted on October 12, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Negris LeBrum, Houston (U.S), launched its Le Magnolia collection during New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2018 on Saturday Sept 9th. During the end of the show the brand designer, Travis […]

Happens for a reason: Daydream, Darling

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MARISA BARNARD CTFashionMag.com Whenever I find myself daydreaming, I am immediately taken back to my English class during junior year of high school. Don’t tell my mom, but hands […]

Enzoani readies brides for spring and summer 2018

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Spring and summer bridal gowns for 2018 were unveiled on Saturday at The Knot Couture in New York City as Enzoani presented their Enzoanni, Blue, and Beautiful collections during bridal […]

These gowns do the talking

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Watters allowed the dresses to speak for themselves at The Knot Couture bridal market event this past weekend in New York City. Rather than providing a […]

This ‘kid’ sure can design

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Ping Greco, the creative mind behind Kids Future Designs, is pretty much a kid himself. But at Diamond Fashion Week in West Haven, Conn. on Sept. […]

Making the journey from the wedding to the nightclub

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Karlene Lindsay of Karlene Lindsay Designs of West Haven, Conn. offered up a catwalk full of outfits at Diamond Fashion Week that took you from the […]

A Chocolate Angel among the Diamonds

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As part of the All White Fashion Affair held by Diamond Fashion Week on Sept. 30 in West Haven, Conn., Chocolate Angel Boutique of West Haven […]

Models celebrate a Diamond (Week) achievement

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Before the focus was put on the clothes during the second half of the All White Fashion Affair for Diamond Fashion Week on Sept. 30, the […]

Model Mob: Can’t wait till fall

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Model Mob is a group of women who weigh in on a variety of issues for CTFashionMag.com. Although summer has lingered longer than expected, the leaves are turning color, […]

Stashing the sash fashion: Miss National Petite 2017-2018 Olivia Mae Zink

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When you see them compete for a crown, evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and talent costumes are the uniforms of necessity. But what do titleholders wear when […]

Youth quake in West Haven

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com During the first half of the All White Fashion Affair held by Diamond Fashion Week Connecticut, youth was the word. Young models and the designers that […]

At the art of it all

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Fashion can be about finding the perfect out for a night out or at the office. Fashion also can be about creativity, pushing the concept of […]

From the Playboy Mansion to your thighs: Tyes by Tara

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Designer Tara Stravinsky took her side business of lingerie accessories to the Playboy Mansion. And now her Tyes by Tara is reaching out across the nation. We spoke to the […]

From the rhinestones of dance to the lace of lingerie

Posted on October 1, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Taryn Winters discovered her love of creating fashion working with the wardrobe of a dance company. In time, it led to the creation of her own lingerie line, Taryn Winters.