by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Unless you peek around the corner, you might not ever know what’s behind the door. Model Lila Van Frachen does some fashion exploring for a recent […]
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Lifelong interest in fashion
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The interest has been there all along, said model LaToya McMillian. “I always had a passion for fashion,” said. “I started my career in fashion in […]
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No breakfast in the Yards today
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Tiffany’s wasn’t in sight for their breakfast break. But the models for this fashion editorial were within sight of the Vessel at Hudson Yards in New […]
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Spring in motion
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Today, March 20, may be astronomical spring, but in New England this is also fashion transition season. In the morning, you’ll be reaching for your puffer […]
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley experiences some (Brandon) Styles
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Located in the Heart of Owa Park in Foley. Ala, a busting mecca of world class shops, restaurants, recreational activities, and even a fully equipped theme […]
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An early start for a fashion journey
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Lillie Ann may be just 6 years old. But she’s already been bitten by the fashion bug. Her family said the young model’s interests started when […]
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Green hoodie time
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com It’s St. Patrick’s Day today, March 17, so wearing green is kind of the rule of the land. More importantly, weather forecasts indicate spring is rapidly […]
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Behind the scenes with model Emma Caruso
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Emma Caruso is seen in action for a recent fashion editorial with CTFashionMag.com
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Susanne Bartch has a party on the runway
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Party legend Susanne Bartch brought the circus to town at Runway 7 on Feb. 9 as she presented her Bartchland collection to the catwalk during New […]
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A perfect shot at Penn Station with Victoria Henley
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The streets of New York City were filled with chilled people on a February morning rushing toward Penn Station looking to disperse to points unknown on […]
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Art on a hangar from Bielharz
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Lewis Bielharz, an Australian born, New York-based artist, presented a collection of wearable art during New York Fashion Week on Feb. 9. The brand Bielharz presented […]
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Making her debut
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Jaymi Lynn took a headfirst dive into her modeling career. The 17-year-old recently participated in Victoria Henley’s Magnifique Showcase in Gulfport, Miss. And, for her first […]
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Contemporary and colorful Kultuur
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Kultuur used the collection it presented at “Life in Color: Motherland” to demonstrate that African creativity does not necessarily need to manifest itself in solely in […]
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VSABO offers a choice to runway fans during NYFW
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com VSABO Designs split its runway show between a new line of adult-sized t-shirts and its trademark line of fairy-tale worthy dresses for girls. The collection was […]
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Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley experiences fine drama, fine rest, fine food in Dutch Valley
by VICTORIA HENLEY CTFashionMag.com Nestled within the peaceful, rolling hills of the indescribably serene and beautiful Amish Country, The Ohio Star Theater is the crown jewel of the Dutch Valley […]
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The sun welcomes the day in NYC
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As the sun rises on a February morning, Times Square in New York City is relatively quiet except for those who are ambling off to work; […]
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Elizabeth Cordelia’s visions for spring
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Although snow is threatening the northeast for later this week, back in September, designer Nicole Reichenbach was thinking spring for the Elizabeth Cordelia runway show held […]
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For a hair look that allows elegance to shine
by BILL SCHRLAU CTFashionMag.com The time is right for attending those big events this season. Not everyone is heading out to gala evenings like last night’s Oscars. But weddings and […]
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It’s almost a law
When you’re in New York City, and you’re a model, you just have to shoot on the streets with your chosen photographer. Model Clara Heuser follows a fashion tradition.
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Stitching up a new collection from Imperfections by Ley
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Imperfections by Ley knit together a collection of crocheted garments for the runway show at “Life in Color: Motherland” held by Chasity Aniece Productions in Norwalk […]
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Don’t put those sweaters away just yet
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Spring is in sight. But that doesn’t mean you have to set aside your sweaters just yet. Model Chiara Espineli tries on a few sweaters from Chaser […]
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Backstage Pass: Enjoying the Crazy Craig empire in Branson
by VICTORIA HENLEYNYSFE Magazine Since its inception, the Crazy Craig empire, which offers two total locations in Branson, Mo., including The Treehouse and The Cheeky Monkey, has garnered praise and […]
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Behind the scenes with model Chiara Espineli and her sweaters
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Chiara Espineli is seen at work behind the scenes of a recent fashion shoot.
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Donald Carter demonstrates African style in his own distinctive manner
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New Haven-area designer Donald Carter offered a nod to African creativity while remaining true to his own distinctive sense of style at “Life in Color: Motherland” […]
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Keep her eyes on the prize
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Bethany Grondin has her eyes set on a career in fashion…but she also has her eyes on the long game. “Modeling has completely rebuilt my life […]
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Titleholders take over the catwalk
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Pageant Live took over the runway at hiTechMODA during New York Fashion Week to allow titleholders from across the country strut down the catwalk and demonstrate […]
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Some royal Rasta style
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Rasta Royal Elegance offered up a clothing line that presented the Rastafarian influence on African creativity at the “Life in Color: Motherland” runway event held Feb. […]
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A little night exploration in the city
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Yahmiya McGill Dominique, with her mother just out of frame, explores New York City during a warm winter night during New York Fashion Week in February. […]
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Middletown Fashion Week lines up on the calendar for Connecticut
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The first ever Middletown Fashion Week took another step toward becoming reality when a model casting call was held at Washington Street’s Oddfellows Playhouse in Middeltown, […]
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Once upon a time in the village with Sia Dezigns
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Sia Dezigns used the runway as the medium for an African fairytale at the “Life in Color: Motherland” fashion show held Feb. 26. The evening, which […]
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