by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The center court at Milford’s Connecticut Post Mall was overflowing with glamorous formal wear as Karlene Lindsay Designs presented its third annual fashion show on April […]
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley feels the ‘Heat’ from these ‘Aussies’
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Aussie Heat, one of the rowdiest, most action-packed and hands- on male revue shows to ever grace the bustling Las Vegas strip has landed at the […]
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Her own kind of eclipse
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The moon may be eclipsing the sun today. But down in Miami Beach, model Leandra Boyles of Michigan did her best to eclipse the sun herself […]
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley relives Tony Bennett’s iconic career
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com One of the most dynamic and buzzed about new tribute shows to land on the bustling Las Vegas strip, Tony Bennett and Friends Tribute in Concert […]
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Shelter from the sun
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Sometimes the heat is too much under the sun. So you have to take shelter in the shade. Model and Miss Bikini US contestant Kelly Bance […]
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Who’s the boss: CEO
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As hinted at in the brand’s name, CEO offered a menswear inspired collection for women and girls (and the occasional male) who are looking to share […]
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That red, white and blue spirit
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At this year’s Miss New England competition, in one of the optional categories, the contestants demonstrated their American spirit by wearing outfits that represented patriotism. The […]
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Miss Connecticut USA, Miss Connecticut Teen USA reflect on their year
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The Miss Connecticut USA and Miss Connecticut Teen USA competition is coming up this month. We spoke to the current Miss Connecticut USA Karla Aponte Roque […]
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Dancing by herself
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There are just moments where you have to dance by yourself. Model Lila Van Frachen wears her Dragonwing gear in an empty dance studio. MODEL PHOTOS […]
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His birthmark drives his passion
As model Luis Mojica Rodriguez explained it, “It has always been me and my birthmark against the world.” The recent winner at the Magnifique Showcase held by former “America’s Next […]
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The growing commercial power of Pudgy Penguin
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Pudgy Penguins are waddling into the big box stores of America and their collectible star is continuing to rise, with possible movies and television shows looming […]
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Shining in Times Square in Elizabeth Cordelia
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New York City is known for its hustle and bustle, especially in the area around Times Square. The models of Elizabeth Cordelia, which is designed by […]
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Styling it their way at Miss New England
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As part of the optionals competition at Miss New England, some of the contestants were offered a chance to model an “outfit of choice” for the […]
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Pop of color for spring
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Lila Van Frachen offers up a pop of color in her style. Dress by Kaveah (@kaveah_la). Lila also poses with a @glossypops. PHOTO of model […]
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Modeling for the sash and crown
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com One of the optional categories offered to the contestants of Miss New England is modeling. The category is just as it sounds. The contestants model for […]
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Cutting to the edge with XACTO
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com XACTO, a fashion brand out of the nation of Georgia, offered a surprisingly cutting edge collection built on a foundation of streetwear spiced with a touch […]
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Elegance at Miss New England
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Contestants of a variety ages competed in the Miss New England pageant held by Couto Pageants at the Sheraton Bradley Airport Hotel on March 17. There […]
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Fifth grader shows fashion flair at NYFW
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At New York Fashion Week in February, Olivia Zink, a fifth grader from Connecticut, showed her spring line of clothes for young girls dubbed “On the […]
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A chill has its stylish place
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com While the impending arrival of spring excites many because we can extricate the many layers we require to keep warm in New England, there is something […]
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Laying the groundwork for Middlesex Fashion Week
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Middlesex Fashion Week is slated for May 9-11. In preparation for the runway fashion shows, the organization held a casting call in Middletown on March 10. […]
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The outdoors is calling
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The indoors have sufficed for now. But as the temperatures rise in New England, it’s time to think about getting outside. Model Lila Hoxie appears courtesy […]
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Getting ready for the catwalk and camera
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Models took over Berkins Cafe on Main Street in Hartford for a casting call for Editorial Fashion Week and Fashion Week Connecticut. Editorial Fashion Week will […]
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Shall we go to the ball… with Elizabeth Cordelia
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The models for Elizabeth Cordelia were ready for the formal ball at hiTech Moda on Feb. 10 in New York City during New York Fashion Week. […]
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Graphic fashion
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model De’ja Salahuddin gets graphic, but in a stylish way in this fashion editorial. PHOTOS of De’ja by MIKE CHAIKEN. Background generated using Photoshop Generative Fill.
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Fashion with a positive message for young models
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Nitta Belles Closet presented a fashion show with a message at hiTech MODA in New York City on Feb. 11. According to the brand’s website (http://NitaBellesCloset.com), […]
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley experiences ‘A Midsummer’s’ sweet opera
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Viscerally stunning and filled with a striking catalog of exquisitely performed arias, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Atlanta Opera presents Shakespeare’s beloved classic like you […]
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Cozy times with friends
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If the evening is warm and the lights of Times Square are in the distance, you can’t do any worse than hang out with your friends […]
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To the ball they go with Krissy King
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Krissy King took everyone to the ball with a collection of formal and semi-formal wear for boys, girls and women during The Bureau Fashon Week in […]
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Ready for his break
Philadelphia based model JD is ready to break out. He was a recent winner at Magnifique Showcase, which is organized by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. All […]
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Spring is nearly ready to be sprung
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Lila Hoxie is prepped and ready for spring. Lila appears courtesy of Tina Kiniry Management Modeling and Talent Agency. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN. Backgrounds generated […]
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