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Tanks for spring

April 6, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Temperatures are starting to rise in the northeast as a flirtation with the 70s and 80s has begun. It’s time to bring out those tank tops. Model Chiara Espineli wears a top from Chaser Brand. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

It’s all about a cool vibe

April 5, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com A college sweater, a t-shirt worn as a dress, simple purse and yeti platform boots are all you need if you’re looking for a cool New England vibe. Model Yashyalee Dejesus works a certain mood on a cool spring night in the Nutmeg State. PHOTOS by

Playful and experimental

April 4, 2023 Mike Chaiken

Connecticut photographer Bill Schrlau shared this fashion editorial. In explaining his concept, he said, “(It represents) a playful and experimental moment in a young woman’s life where the expression of oneself can be seen through her appearance. As she progresses, her sense of style appears to revert back to a

Give Altered Star a hand

March 28, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Kristina Rauscher had learned to sew from her grandmother when she was just a child. But she set aside the skill for many years. However, when 2011 rolled around, Kristina decided to reacquaint herself with the passed-down skill. That moment helped set the stage for Kristina’s

It’s about a mood

March 23, 2023 Mike Chaiken

Sometimes you need a dress that fits your mood and creates a mood. Model Chiara Espineli sets her mood in this knit dress from Chaser Brand. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Just around the corner

March 22, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Unless you peek around the corner, you might not ever know what’s behind the door. Model Lila Van Frachen does some fashion exploring for a recent photo shoot. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Spring in motion

March 20, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Today, March 20, may be astronomical spring, but in New England this is also fashion transition season. In the morning, you’ll be reaching for your puffer coat and boots. And by the afternoon, you’ll be glad you opted for a tank top and ripped jeans to

Green hoodie time

March 17, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com It’s St. Patrick’s Day today, March 17, so wearing green is kind of the rule of the land. More importantly, weather forecasts indicate spring is rapidly approaching. That means you can bring out your favorite hoodies and set aside your puffers. Model Emma Caruso checks off

For a hair look that allows elegance to shine

March 13, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by BILL SCHRLAU CTFashionMag.com The time is right for attending those big events this season. Not everyone is heading out to gala evenings like last night’s Oscars. But weddings and charity galas will be popping up as the flowers start to bloom heading into spring. For an elegant hair look

Don’t put those sweaters away just yet

March 10, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Spring is in sight. But that doesn’t mean you have to set aside your sweaters just yet. Model Chiara Espineli tries on a few sweaters from Chaser Brand that will keep you warm when the crocuses start to break through the soil. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Strike a pose in the heart of the city

February 27, 2023 Mike Chaiken

Downtown Manhattan is an obvious background for fashion photographs. Whether you head to the residential streets that feed off the city’s center or take a detour to the heart of America at Times Square, a model wearing the latest fashions creates an immediately striking image. Model Natalie Carlisle Ivarsson poses

It’s going to snow. Get ready to get comfortable

February 27, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com With one of the rare snowstorms preparing to bear down on Connecticut, many of us will ride out the late season precipitation at home. What better time to dress cozy in a cozy top and your favorite pair of jeans? In advance of the snow, model

Peyton Troth upholds a point of the crown

February 21, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The canon of Miss America asks titleholders to honor the four points of the crown, “Scholarship. Success. Style. Service.” On a recent afternoon, the reigning Miss Connecticut’s Teen Peyton Troth demonstrated her fluency in one of those points — style — by selecting three outfits that

Comfort is in style

February 14, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Sometimes, you want comfort. Sometimes, you want to feel pulled together. To that end, model Faith DeCrescenzo pulls on a sweater dress from Chaser (http://ChaserBrand.com) PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

A versatile addition to your wardrobe

February 2, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com There’s something to be said about having a stylish shirtdress in your closet. They can be comfy. But they also can be dressy for a dinner date or a night at the casino. Model Faith DeCrescenzo wears an intriguing shirtdress from Chaser. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Dance the night away

January 23, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Veronica Wilson, a trained dancer, takes a moment to move her style into gear in a recent photo shoot. Veronica appears courtesy of Propel Models. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Mix in a little attitude with your fashion

January 10, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com In fashion, a little attitude can take you far. Model Taylor Woodard works some ‘tude for the camera. Taylor appears courtesy of Propel Models. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Chasing the cool

January 5, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Model Arlianis Lopez chases the cool in her collection of tops from Chaser Brand PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

The power suits her

January 3, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com

‘Euphoria’s’ Chloe Cherry shows adult stars have style, too

January 3, 2023 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Before she made a splash in the series “Euphoria,” Chloe Cherry made a name for herself making adult films. Now, not only is she a TV star on HBO, Chloe is considered a fashion icon (according to Glamour UK), thanks to her character Faye on the

Here’s to next year

December 28, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New Year’s Eve calls for dressing up — even if you have no particular place to go. Model Ella Perillo pulls out a dress from Shein for the celebratory occasion. Here’s to a stylish 2023. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Style is power

December 27, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The right stance, with the right clothes, can exude power and strength. Model Taylor Woodard demonstrates her power and strength in a recent photo shoot. Taylor appears courtesy of Propel Models. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Shining, but not outshining at Miss America

December 23, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re attending Miss America– where the stage is filled with gorgeous gowns– and there is a red carpet and a step and repeat for photos, you don’t to look frumpy; but you also don’t want to outshine the contestants. You need to pick your wardrobe

Fashion for the fam

December 23, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If the gas fire is cranking on Christmas day, there’s no reason why you can’t bare your arms and work your style. You can always grab a wrap later and keep the fashion as you gather with family coming from the far-flung corners of the earth

Living in a Barbie world

December 22, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Even though the film “Barbie” isn’t planned for release until July 2023, the pic based on Mattel’s iconic doll starring Margot Robbie has already bounced into the collective social media consciousness. Electronic tongues were wagging in anticipation of the film this week when a movie trailer

Comfort is in season

December 20, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Winter is the season for comfortable tops. Model Ella Perillo tries a selection of shirts and blouses from Chaser Brand (http://ChaserBrand.com). PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN

Keeping busy inside

December 19, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When the outside is frightful, you have to keep yourself busy inside. Model Loria Marshall makes her own kind of fun. Fashion: Tops from Chaser Brand. Jeans, model’s own. MIKE CHAIKEN PHOTOS

Set the night on fire

December 19, 2022 Mike Chaiken

When the sun has set, you have to make your own heat. Model Ava Buteyn uses fashion to warm up the night. Ava was a recent winner at Magnifique Showcase, which is presented by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Henley. LYNN HENLEY PHOTOS

What season is it, anyway?

December 12, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The weather for fall 2022 has been indecisive– to put it mildly. There have been days where temperatures plunge and your puffer jacket is your best friend. Or the temperatures mimic spring and the only clue that we’re heading into the winter holidays are the Christmas

Sweater weather

November 25, 2022 Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com We are firmly in sweater season now that we are dueling it out over thermostat settings. You can go dowdy in a sweater to warm up. Or you can go sassy. Model Alyssa Barna goes for the latter option. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN