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A Mediterranean-esque morning

April 2, 2021 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The morning was filled with all things Italian. The setting was the Renaissance-revival Eolia Mansion, complete with Palladian windows, columns and balustrades that gave the effect of an Italian estate overlooking the Mediterranian. In this Romanesque environment set in Waterford, Conn.’s Harkness Memorial State Park, model

Colette and Sebastian: From enhancing the board room to enhancing the bedroom

August 16, 2017 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com A career in finance seemed to be calling Colette. But a semester abroad in Italy turned her head around. And she decided to become a fashion designer. The result was Colette and Sebastian lingerie, which was presented to buyers and press at CurveNewYork early this month.

A synergy between agriculture and fashion: Tarì Rural Design

May 23, 2017 Mike Chaiken

Away from old stereotypes, Sicily 2.0 is appreciated today in the world of international fashion for some of the most innovative brands including Tarì Rural Design. Founded by Ezio Lauricella and inspired by both tradition and innovation, Tarì Rural Design presents a collection of unique, trendy bags, targeting the young

Journey into modern day craftsmanship

January 15, 2017 Mike Chaiken

WHITE’s excursus into artisanal design goes on at ex Ansaldo in collaboration with Confartigianato Imprese. On stage the creativity of Haetts, Aletheia Milano, Pomme de Claire, Carla Caroli, Asciari Milano, Angostura, Nanga Mai, FancsV. The project is curated by Alessio de’ Navasques and Clara Tosi Pamphili. BEAUTY FOR MAN Tortona

White Man and Woman ready to roll

January 14, 2017 Mike Chaiken

MILAN, Italy– 14 designers selected by WHITE are set to go on show at ex Ansaldo in via Tortona 54 with editorial focus and communication curated by HIGHSNOBIETY and LUISAVIAROMA. From Rabbit Hole London to Curtis Li Studio, but also Mazinyi, ZDDZ, Tonsure, Liam Hodges and Kai Dunkel, to mention

WHITE finds success in Italy

November 6, 2016 Mike Chaiken

With an edition that has launched as much as five new sections with marked international appeal, WHITE has registered 22.176 total visitors (+10% compared to the September 2015 edition) and a growing number of international buyers thanks to the several projects and the collaboration with ICE-Agency for the promotion and