by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com With a collection of all white, with touches of pastel pinks and lavenders, and silhouettes that echoed 1950s proms and weddings, Crinkled Chiffon’s collection at Hartford […]
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Rania Hatoum presents her latest collection
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Designer Rania Hatoum took over a meeting space at The London Hotel to present a stunning bridalwear collection that offered a variety of silhouettes to fit […]
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Hartford Fashion Week soars into 2nd season as VIPs watch
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag The second season of Hartford Fashion Week kicked off on Thursday as VIPs gathered to mingle over wine, cupcakes, and got to see a preview of […]
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Before the diploma, before the magic, it’s the grind
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com They arrived at 7 a.m. at the Aqua Turf, Plantsville, Conn. The guests didn’t arrive until 1 p.m. But, the students of the International Institute of […]
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Making up makeup looks for the big show
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Students at the International Institute of Cosmetology demonstrated their mad makeup skills as part of a runway show to accommodate the graduation ceremonies held Oct. 2 […]
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Hair styles from the future of hair stylists
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com As part of the International Institute of Cosmetology’s graduation ceremonies at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville, Conn., students from the Plainville, Conn. and Wethersfield, Conn. offered a […]
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A look back at Koco Blaq
Here is a look back at the not too distance past, July, when Koco Blaq’s runway show walked at the Art Hearts Fashion Miami Swim Week in Miami, Florida.
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Troy Anthony brings the fantasy and romance to Hartford Fashion Week
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Hartford Fashion Week returns for a second season this month. And Troy Anthony is back for a second trip down the runway. Anthony, the driving force […]
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Ibrahim Vukel’s latest shows ‘Heart’
Ibrahim Vukel presented his latest collection at Art Hearts Fashion NYFW The Shows, which was held by AIDS Healthcare Foundation at The Angel Orensanz Foundation on September 12, 2016 in New […]
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The delicate things underneath
by MIKE CHAIKEN Bradelis unveiled its latest collection of lingerie at Style Fashion Week in New York on Sept. 10. The collection offered up a mix of pretty, cute, and […]
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Inspiration… and Redemption
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Inspiration was a key word for Redemption, the fashion show fund raiser for the Salvation Army on Sept. 24. There was inspiration for fashion as a […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Yes, back to school fashions are here
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com With the temperatures in the 90s and the sun beaming outside, summer clearly hasn’t left New England. So, it may be difficult to think back-to-school and […]
Read moreDesigners, performers sought for fashion event Sept. 10
Designers 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 […]
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Art takes the stage at Art Hearts Fashion
There was art on the runway for the Rocky Gathercole show, which was part of the Art Heart Fashion shows at Miami Swim Week on July 14. There were all […]
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A partnership made in Miami
L.A.M.B. By Gwen Stefani eyewear and swimwear from Mister Triple X took to the runway on July 14 as part of Art Hearts Fashion Miami Swim Week Presented by AIDS Healthcare […]
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Nicole Spruill to teach model classes in CT
On Saturday, Aug. 13, Project Working Model presents, “Model Moves,” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—a workshop with supermodel Nicole Spruill. Spruill will provide instruction on fashion, runway, commercial print, […]
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Laidback style perfect for the 4th from Lilly Pulitzer
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com With the 4th of July coming up this weekend, many people on the east coast will be heading to the shore—whether it is the Jersey shore, […]
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Control Sector shows its vision for spring/summer
Control Sector took over the runway at Style Fashion Week in New York City to unveil its spring/ summer 2016 collection. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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Style makes a home in downtown New Haven
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com On June 11, the Get Discovered Model and Actor Showcase was held at The Shops at Yale in New Haven. In addition to the search for […]
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In every future star’s life, a little rain may fall: Models, actors turn out to ‘Get Discovered’
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Hundreds of modeling and acting hopefuls didn’t let a little rain stop their stars from shining June 11 in New Haven. At the Shops at Yale, […]
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New Britain gets tropical with KARO Swimwear show
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The heart of New Britain’s Little Poland was transformed into a tropical island getaway on Friday night. KARO Swimwear, the fashion line launched by Connecticut’s own […]
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