by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At Do What You Have What It Takes 2, local was the key word on July 29 in Hartford, Conn. The effort, which boosted local charities, showcased local fashion, local models, local hair and makeup artists, local musicians, local DJs, local rappers, local poets, and more.
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re vying for a career in the public eye, either in fashion or entertainment, the door is being opened for you. And if you’re looking to help those who need a helping a hand, the same door will be open for you, too. It’s all
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Art Hearts Fashion often packages several designers into one runway slot– allowing guests to see one show after another. But backstage, this also means craziness as hair and makeup people often need to create different looks all at once, which allows for cohesiveness on the runway but a lot of
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In her latest campaign, designer Sophie Theallet appeals to the World Citizen with photographs of several luminaries for her spring/ summer 2017 collection. “Two gifted photographers captured the fierce empathy of thirteen women who believe in what I believe: the possibility of a new potential for women, for human beings. Together. Mothers.
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MIAMI, Fla.– December 2016 marked the 15 year anniversary of Art Basel Miami. North America’s foremost international modern and contemporary art fair has called Miami Beach home since 2001. Art Hearts Fashion kicked off the week for the opening night kick off party at Spectrum Art Fair. The night presented by
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From October 25th – 30th Art Hearts Fashion presented six international brands to the MBFW runway and brand exhibit at 751D Park. On Saturday Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m., China was taken on a western journey by six international designers. The showcase opened with children’s brand Lulu Et Gigi from Paris, France. The
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Style and fashion took center stage in North Haven, Conn. at the Pink & Pretty Presents The Pink Gala! (Hair & Fashion Show) Nov. 6. The event partnered with the Norma F. Pfriem Breast Cancer Foundation and a portion of the ticket sales went toward the
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com A runway lined the halls of New Haven City Hall on Friday as New Haven Fashion Week presented a taste of what to expect from a full event. Local boutiques and designers showcased their wares on a number of models walking at the event. Additionally, the
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There is always a buzz in Connecticut when Saints by S.J. shows its collection on the fashion runway. It was no different at Hartford Fashion Week on Oct. 15 at Union Station in Hartford, Conn. The line debuted its Eden Collection, and the buzz was totally
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Here are some closer looks at some of the fashions, off the runway, shown at Hartford Fashion Week’s VIP event at Hoffman Audi, East Hartford, Conn. The city’s fashion event continues Oct. 14 and 15 at Union Station. For details, go to Hartford.Fashion. Additionally, HFW has launched a new app
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by ROZANA TAMIS, MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There were brides everywhere as the world’s bridal gown designers converged on New York City for the October 2016 edition of New York Bridal Fashion Week. Over at the Metropolitan Pavilion on 18th Street, The Knot Couture Bridal Market invited buyers and press to
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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 and received final touch ups from the designers. And when there was a moment to breathe, they picked up their
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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 Saturday. Victorian Griffin-Blackford, co-producer and founder of Diamond Fashion Week along with Karlene Worrell, said at a press conference on
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The designers were in place. And now the bodies who will wear the clothes have come on board. On Sunday at Art Space in Hartford, dozens of models—mostly women with a few stray men—attended a casting call for the second installment of Hartford Fashion Week. After
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By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The day is drawing close. On Sept. 11, the world will find out who will be the next Miss America. And it will be a chance for Alyssa Taglia, the current Miss Connecticut, to exhibit her sense of style. Behind closed doors, in the days leading
Continue readingDesigners and recording artists are needed for Hennessy presents Fashion Week 2016 on Sunday, Sept. 10. The all-day event at 520 W. 25th St., New York is seeking seven clothing designers for the runway show. Additionally, the show is seeking three recording artists for performances during the event. Recording artists
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Designer Confidential” is a series at CTFashionMag.com where we introduce the creative minds in fashion. Name: Anetra Brooks of Plainville, Conn. Brand: Anetra Designs & Alterations LLC How would you describe your style aesthetic? Chic, elegantly and stylishly fashionable. Chic… describes exactly what I
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by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Designer Confidential” is a series at CTFashionMag.com where we introduce the creative minds in fashion. Name: Ebony Amber and Tyler Green Brand Name: Ebony Amber’s CHUNK Location: Litchfield, Conn. How would they describe your aesthetic? Here at Ebony Amber’s CHUNK, we would describe
Continue readingAt the start of Berlin Fashion Week, seven promising young designers were awarded the European Fashion Award FASH 2016. The awards, valued at EUR 200,000 in total, were presented in front of 250 guests on Monday evening by the non-profit organization SDBI –Stiftung der Deutschen Bekleidungsindustrie (German Fashion Industry Foundation).
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On the organization’s Facebook page, they posted, “There are just three weeks remaining to get your application in for Hartford Fashion Week 2016. Whether you would like to apply as a designer, model or just help out as a volunteer, all applications just be completed by July 15th. ” Here’s a
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On Saturday, June 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., models and should make their way to Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th St., New York for a casting call being held by Diamond Fashion Week. A Facebook announcement said, “Male and Female models 3 and up, no height requirement. Ladies come
Continue readingHartford Fashion Week is making its move. In a blast email this week, the organization announced, “Applications are now open for participation in Hartford Fashion Week 2016. Whether you would like to participate as a designer, model, or volunteer, now is the time to throw your obviously-stylish hat into the ring
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Harlem Fashion Row has announced that it is accepting designer applications for NYFW 2016. In an announcement, the group said, “We are committed to providing a platform for multicultural fashion designers and will be celebrating our 9th annual runway presentation in September. If you are interested in presenting in the fashion show please email
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“Designer Confidential” is a series at CTFashionMag.com where we introduce the creative minds in fashion. by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When we last saw designer Latesha Richards of Niche-Elle NY, we were at the Love Conquers All and Connecticut Fashion Week runway show at Sutra in Hartford earlier this month.
Continue readingHartford Fashion Week has announced it is returning. Now, it is looking for participants. A Facebook post announced, ” “Great news fashion lovers! Applications for our 2016 shows happening in October are now open on our website. Whether you would like to join us as a designer, model, volunteer or
Continue readingHartford Fashion Week posted on Facebook the following announcement of interest to local fashionistas… “Stay tuned: We are making a big announcement regarding this year’s Hartford Fashion Week on Monday!”
Continue readingHartford Fashion Week , the Mark Twain House and Museum, and the Culinary Academy at Weaver High School held their Couture Tour last Wednesday. In the event, Connecticut fashion designers created outfits that reflected different rooms in the Hartford homestead of Samuel Clemens. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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