by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com It’s that time of year again. Beach season is approaching, and it’s the time to start
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CT vs. PA: Sports, rivalries, and fashion
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There was a royal summit in Southington, Conn. this past week to rekindle a friendship and
Fairy tale style
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If the number of girls in fairy tale gowns and crowns were any indication, the princesses
Model Confidential: Anya K. Crooks
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Model Confidential” is a series where we meet the people who make the clothes come alive.
Designer Confidential: Luxe and Curves, for Spring 2017
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Designer Confidential” is a series at CTFashionMag.com where we introduce the creative minds in fashion. Name:
Behind the scenes of a prom fashion shoot at The Palace
A team of models, cosmetology students, and a photographer filed into the majestic Palace Theater in Waterbury to photograph the
Model Mob: Talking about denim
Model Mob is a group of women who weigh in on a variety of issues for CTFashionMag.com. Style experts say,
Behind the curtains at Sappho and LaMoo
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Connecticut fashion designers Sappho Clothing Co. and LaMoo teamed up for a runway show at Caral
Miss CT Class of 2017 complete after local pageant
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The Miss Connecticut Class of 2017 is complete as Bristol hosted the final two pageants on
Get pretty covering up
Swimsuits For All, an online retailer of women’s swimwear, has many new ways for women to complete their swimsuit ensembles
Three shows at once, you get madness
Art Hearts Fashion often packages several designers into one runway slot– allowing guests to see one show after another. But
Simply Vera Vera Wang offers up a spring teaser
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The shopping for spring clothing has begun. Winter still may be in the house, according to
Theatre Products take the stage
Theatre Products showed its latest collection in a presentation at Industria in New York Friday. This is what patrons saw
Model Mob: Talking about Valentine’s Day
Model Mob is a group of women of fashion who weigh in on a variety of issues. This week, we
Edwing D’Angelo announces collection to be shared Feb. 14
Colombian-born NYC-based designer Edwing D’Angelo is set to present his FW17 collection titled “Collision” on Tuesday, February 14th at 6:30
The brides are coming
The Bristol, Southington, and Plainville Observers in Southington, Conn. continue to prepare for its annual bridal book. This time, the
Go beyond the pale, black, and gray
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Wardrobes often turn black, gray, and tan in the winter months of New England. However, there
Cozy styles for the coldest season
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New England winters are all about being cozy and warm inside as the temperatures drop, the
Teen state’s new style star
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Elyece Patterson officially stepped into her role as Miss Black Connecticut Talented Teen USA on Saturday night
Meet Connecticut’s latest queen
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The 2017 Miss Black Connecticut USA pageant was held this past weekend with Charrisse Gudger, competing
Beautiful brides in waiting
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The Bristol, Southington, and Plainville Observers, based in Southington, Conn., are preparing for their annual bridal guide.
White Man & Woman wraps up in Milan
WHITE MAN & WOMAN closes its latest edition showing signs of increased interest, as demonstrated by industry professionals who packed
Ports 1961 shows the ‘love’
The word “love” is the same in traditional Chinese and Japanese characters. For the Ports 1961 fall-winter 2017-2018 collection, Milan
Ports 1961 introduces its Pre-Fall collection
An off duty, relaxed scene is evoked in the Ports 1961 Pre Fall 17 collection, drawing on domestic objects and
Gala style at the Golden Globes
The red carpet looks are back as awards season is in full swing with the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday
Unexpected steampunk style
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At her booth at the Brass Ring Academy and Cabaret held at the New England Carousel
Lingerie that’s pretty… and pretty responsible
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The typical image of lingerie is pretty, frilly, feminine, and, at times, kind of frivolous.
Midnight Orchid’s steampunk style comes calling
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com In addition to a variety of steampunk classes at the Brass Ring Academy the weekend of
Threads stitched together for a serious message
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico destroyed wildlife and devastated the region’s
Panache in a pocket square
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Men, looking to add a little polish to your wardrobe? Want to take your well-tailored suit