August 2023 – Page 2 – CTFashionMag

Allow them to introduce themselves at Miss U.S. of America

August 14, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com For the introductory number at Miss U.S. of America on Aug. 6 at the Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport, the contestants vying for the crown were asked to wear the outfits they wore before the judges during the private interview portion of the competition. This

Hannah Stratton making modeling headway

August 14, 2023 Mike Chaiken

Hannah Stratton, a small-town girl from Vermillion, Ohio (pop. 10,788), made her fashion debut in June 2022. And already, the 23-year-old’s career is skyrocketing. Hannah started her fashion journey on the 2022-23 runways in Miami last July. Then, she opened New York Fashion Week in September 2022 for Toxik Fashion.

They chose style at Miss U.S. of America

August 14, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As part of their optional competitions, contestants of Miss U.S. of America put their modeling and personal fashion sense on display for judges Aug. 5 at the Sheraton Hotel at Bradley Airport in Windsor Locks, Conn.. During the Outfit of Choice contest, the aspiring titleholders were

A parade of talent at Miss U.S. of America

August 10, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Talent was offered as one of the optional categories for competition at the Miss U.S. of America competition. At the Sheraton Hartford at Bradley Airport on Aug. 5, contestants of all ages presented a variety of talents to the judges. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Just say cheesin’ it

August 10, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re going to win a title like Miss Bikini Model, you have to be prepared to do a little cheesin’ when the camera is pointed in your direction. Marisa Cannon, the new titleholder for the Miss Bikini US organization, is all smiles as the shutter

Modeling, Miss U.S. of America style

August 9, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Couto Pageants held its Miss U.S. of America pageant on Aug. 5 and 6. Saturday’s event was dedicated to primarily optional competitions. One of the competitions was the “Modeling” event. Contestants from each of the weekend’s age categories wore outfits of their choice. But the participants

Making a statement of art

August 9, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Fashion is an art. So why wouldn’t you see it in a gallery? Model and Miss Bikini US contestant Danielle Sturkie takes a photographic respite in the gallery housed at the Sagamore Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Summer begins its farewell

August 9, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Today is the last day when the sun will set at 8 p.m. After this, the sunlight will dwindle earlier than 8 p.m. The days are getting shorter till May. This means summer is reaching its end. Model Aracelis Meléndez takes advantage of the season’s remaining

Vibrant and shiny

August 8, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashonMag.com When you’re wearing a color that is vibrant and fabric that sparkles, you just have to celebrate. Model Lila Van Frachen wears a cocktail dress from Connecticut brand Kat Couture Designs in New London, Conn. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Cheer for this summer break

August 8, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Even if you’re a passionate cheerleader, you sometimes need a break from the sidelines during the summer months. College cheerleader, and Miss Bikini US contestant, Savannah Lockwood from Montana hits the beach at the Sagamore Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach — miles away from Big

Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley issues call for ‘All Hands on Deck’

August 8, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Relentlessly upbeat and filled to the brim with unbridled patriotism, world class song and dance numbers, a plethora of beautifully designed period costumes, and a bevy of undeniably feel-good vibes, “All Hands on Deck,” the brainchild of the visionary triple threat performer, Jody Madaras, All Hands

Historic moment for girls who golf

August 7, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The inaugural All-Girls U13 PGA Jr. League All-Star Team takes to the links Aug. 8 at Lyman Orchards Golf Club in Middlefield. The team’s founder, Sadie Lee of Weston, Conn., talks about the G Squad’s origins, her love for golf and the team’s clothing sponsor Marie

The sun also rises

August 4, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The early bird gets the good light. Model Antoinette Walder arrived just in time to pose beside the sun rose over Miami Beach and illuminated the sands along the Atlantic Ocean. Walder was the People’s Choice winner at the recent Miss Bikini US competition at the

At home by the Miami Beach shore

August 3, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Lakes and rivers are more par for the course for Tennessee residents seeking respite along the cool shores of natural bodies of water. But model, Miss Bikini US contestant and east Tennesse resident Nicole Dalton looked right at home in the Atlantic Ocean at Miami Beach

Boss style from Boss Lady

August 3, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The fashions were boss as Boss Lady Resort Wear presented a vibrant collection of steamy weather garments at FIFI Fashion Week in Manhattan on July 29. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley steps on the gas at the Celebrity Car Museum

August 3, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Hollywood meets Branson, Mo. at this mind-blowing exhibition of the greatest and most iconic cars from your favorite films, television programs, and more, all expertly curated and displayed under one roof. The dynamic, visionary, and innovative team at the Celebrity Car Museum always keeps 100 cars

Mother Nature shows off

August 2, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The sun rises on a warm day over Miami Beach. Model and Miss Bikini US contestant Lily Hasenbank uses Mother Nature’s firepower to her benefit as the atmospheric curtain rose during the execution of this fashion editorial. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Paul Walker steps from photographer to designer

August 2, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Fashion photographer Paul Walker stepped onto the other side of the runway at FIFI Fashion Week in Manhattan July 29. After sitting in as house photographer for FIFI Fashion Week, he stepped backstage to send the models down the runway wearing his own sporty and fun

Ray Vincente works a theme

August 2, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Ray Vincente Menswear, created by designer Ray Brown worked an all white color theme with a diverse array of silhouettes for men in the collection presented during FIFI Fashion Week in Manhattan, New York City July 29. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Bright like the sun

August 2, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com On a sunny day in a peaceful state park, model Aracelis Meléndez reaches for a brilliant and sporty yellow tank dress from Connecticut brand Society 21. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Calling Marilyn

August 1, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model, and Miss Bikini US contestant, evoked thoughts of Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe portrait as she posed beside the 3D artwork on display in the lobby of the Sagamore Hotel South Beach in Miami Beach on a recent afternoon. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

House of Sofia colors the world of FIFI Fashion Week

August 1, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Thoughts of cotton candy and French pastries danced through my head as The House of Sofia presented a light and airy collection full of primary and iridescent colors on the runway of FIFI Fashion Week on July 29 in Manhattan. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

An outdoor stage for modeling

August 1, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Mollie Wilson, who competed as Miss Bikini Sky Model at the recent Miss Bikini US competition in Miami Beach finds a shady landing at the Sagamore Hotel South Beach to demonstrate her posing skills for the camera. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Planet Zero: Cool in motion or standing still

August 1, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re looking to evoke the cool of motorcycles and race cars, Planet Zero Motorsports presented a sleek collection of womenswear and menswear for chic appeal whether you’re in motion or standing still. The latest garments from the brand were presented at FIFI Fashion Week held