By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Before the runway could be Redeemed at the first ever Salvation Army Redemption Fashion Show in Hartford, models had to be prepped with hair and makeup […]
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They’ve all got to do it
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Your age doesn’t matter if you’re a runway model. If you’re younger or the typical age for a fashion model, you have to get your makeup […]
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The editorial appeal of children’s designer YDAMYS SIMO
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Ydaymys Simo presented a children’s collection at Style Fashion Week at the Manhattan Center, New York City that reminded me of tropical resorts. The colorful collection […]
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Model Confidential: Daneil Patterson
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Model Confidential” is a series where we meet the people who make the clothes come alive. Name: Daneil Patterson Age: 23 Home state: Connecticut Why […]
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Patricia Michaels transcends, references, her Native culture
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Fashion designers over the years have appropriated elements of Native American culture into their creations. But the number of Native American designers who have reached prominence […]
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An art gallery on the runway
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Fashion is as much an art form as a utility that hides our naked body from the world. That’s why the Academy of Art University’s runway […]
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Diamond Fashion Week looks to sparkle
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com This weekend, Connecticut-based Diamond Fashion Week gets to shine with fashion shows in New York City on Friday night and a runway show in Connecticut on […]
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Nailed it
CND, the pioneers of nail artistry at Fashion Week, created 25 show-stopping nail designs for the Libertine Spring/Summer 2017 runway tonight at Skylight Clarkson Sq. Taking notes from Libertine’s rebellious […]
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Looking like a princess
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com For the girls and young women looking for that special gown, Janay Deann Designs offered up a good deal to choose from at a runway show […]
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CND goes garden chic at Alice + Olivia
CND, the pioneers of nail artistry at Fashion Week, created three graphic nail designs for the Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet Spring/Summer 2017 presentation today at Skylight Clarkson Sq. […]
Read moreIrini Vitjaz stuns crowd with new collection
Irina Vitjaz stunned a turn-away crowd at The Gallery on the WME IMG official platform. This standing room only audience, made up of photographers, international press, domestic editors, models, VIP’s […]
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Don’t let fall’s arrival keep you from keeping fit
by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com Just because summer is coming to an end, doesn’t mean your fit body has to as well. It’s that time to fall back into your fabulous […]
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Making her decision because she and her loved ones were worth it
by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com Saying good bye to a loved one. Facing your own mortality and knowing your current health will lead to imminent death. Choosing one or the other. […]
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Get the most out of your workout
By CASSIE SIGNORE CTFashionMag.com Everyone nowadays is always trying to maximize their time and efficiency. Whether it means getting the newest iPhone or having the latest smart watch, everyone, […]
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A little backstage action in CT rather than NY
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com It wasn’t the mayhem at New York Fashion Week. It was more of a slice of fashion week action in Connecticut. At the Kathy Faber Designs […]
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Diamond Fashion Week heading to N.Y., West Haven, Conn.
Diamond Fashion Week will be held on Friday, Sept. 23 in New York and Sept. 24, in Connecticut. Toshi’s Livingroom and Penthouse at the Flatiron Hotel in New York city, […]
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Tips to prepare for cooler weather ahead
swimsuitsforall, an online swimwear retailer, is here to help you make a smooth transition into the fall season, before the cooler weather approaches. Swimwear care: Hand wash your swimsuit with […]
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The adjectives of Adrian Alicea
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Adjectives exploded at Adrian Alicea’s runway show on Sept. 11. As the male and female models walked the runway as part of Style Fashion Week at […]
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Individual style at Mrs. Universe
Mrs. Hemisphere Susan Bawlick Pagan recently competed in the Mrs. Universe pageant/forum which was held in Guangzhou China. Her wardrobe was her vision brought to life by her designers. Her […]
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Women’s Expo gets a look at Kathy Faber’s latest
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Bristol, Conn. fashion designer Kathy Faber presented an array of her latest bridal gowns, evening gowns, cocktail dresses, and party dresses on Sunday, Sept. 11. At […]
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Model Confidential: Alexa Pagnani
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Model Confidential” is a series where we meet the people who make the clothes come alive. Name: Alexa Pagnani Age: 21 Home state: […]
Read moreCatch the crowning moment at Miss America
Missed that moment when Savvy Shields was crowned the new Miss America. PROVIDED by MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION.
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Some Southwestern flair in New York
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New Mexican designer Orlando Dugi unveiled an ornate and artistic collection at Style Fashion Week at the Manhattan Center in New York on Saturday. The collection […]
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Miss Connecticut stays Miss Connecticut as another is crowned Miss America
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The journey toward Miss America for Wolcott’s Alyssa Taglia ended Sunday night as the reigning Miss Connecticut failed to make it to the final round of […]
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Pyer Moss unveils SS2017 collection
The Pyer Moss SS2017 menswear collection was shown this past Sunday at Made at Milk as part of New York fashion week. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
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K. Rashae presents her latest at Style Fashion Week
Thursday evening Kalisha Hall debuted her SS ‘17 Collection “Versus” at Style Fashion Week during New York Fashion Week. Inspired by the fight that women experience when learning to embrace […]
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Jerome LaMaar presents 5:31 Jerome
In designing the 5:31 Jerome collection for men and women, Jerome LaMaar looks to the future through the evolution of the human race, and explores the idea of the cosmic race of […]
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Madison Avenue turned into art exhibit, huge runway
Madison Avenue was transformed into NYFW’s longest runway with a Public Art Exhibition “The Language of Fashion” by SVA students, hosted by the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District. On view from September […]
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Desigual shows at fashion week
Some images provided by Desigual of this week’s New York Fashion Week show. Here is a peek at some of the street style at the show as well as images […]
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Neutrals rule on night 3 of Miss America prelims
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Neutrals ruled with blues in a close second. On the third and last night of preliminary competition for Miss America at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, […]
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