Summer Style at the Hamptons Garden Party for Diabetes Research Hosted by Patricia and Roger Silverstein

This past Saturday evening celebrities and socialites came out to a lovely sunset soiree to raise money for Diabetes research to find a cure. The event was hosted by Patricia and Roger Silverstein who were both in attendance. Patricia wore a bright pink two piece Alice and Olivia dress and several other guests also sported the hot pink look for the event. She is actively involved in the cause to raise awareness since she has relatives who suffer from diabetes. The event featured dinner, dancing, and drinks. The wine was sponsored by SipChanne wines founded by entrepreneur Kavita Channe who was also in attendance wearing a fabulous pink slip dress. The founder spoke with guests about her signature Rose wine and gave out fans so guests could stay cool on the hot evening. 

The event also featured a silent auction and many creators donated pieces for the auction. The auction raised money for research and guests were also entertained by a speed painter who painted auction items live during the event. Kimberly Pucci, luxury accessories designer attended the event and donated her weekender bag to the auction. It was a huge hit with guests and she even brought an artist to sketch the guests with the bag. Check out my very own sketch below! 

I spoke with Kimberly about her brand as well as the event. Check out our interview below with the quiet luxury designer who is set to debut at NYFW this fall!

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Other notable guests in attendance included Doug Donaldson, Abigail Pollak, Susan Shin, Lauren Smart, Matthias von Herrath, M.D., Natalie von Herrath, Dr. Camillo Ricordi, Luann de Lesseps, Revel, Seth Herzog, Michael Burton, Jean Shafiroff, Carrie Packin, Brian Packin, Noreen Donovan, Jim Donovan, Kavita Channe, Valerie Greenberg, Maximilian Eicke, Irina Eicke, Viktoria von Siemens, Andrea Greeven Douzet, Laura Nicklas, and more.

Luann de Lesseps star of the Real Housewives of New York, wore an attention grabbing outfit styled by her daughter Victoria. 

Irina Eicke also wore a very stylish look for the event sporting a Simon Miller look. Other guests showed up in Dolce and Gabbana summer dresses, Valentino shoes and more! Everyone had a great time raising awareness for this important cause and showing off their best summer style as the Hamptons season winds down. 

NYFW The Talks: Fluidity in Fashion with Tresemme

This season at NYFW Afterpay presented a great panel featuring  Jonathan Simkhai (Founder & Creative Director), Parris Goebel (Creative Director, Choreographer, Dancer & Muse), Lacy Redway (Tresemmé Stylist & Celebrity Hair Artist) and Moderator Jenna Rosenstein (Beauty Director, Harper’s Bazaar). 

The panel focused on how fluidity can help the creative process in art, fashion and beauty industries and panelists had an engaging conversation that offers an inside look at how fluidity is represented and impacts each partner's professional work and personal expression. The audience got a treat listening to Parris Goebel discuss her latest work as Rihanna's Superbowl choreographer. Fluidity played a bug role in her work on this project and she stated that Rihanna wanted the whole performance to feel seamless so fluidity was key in her choreography planning. The dancer and choreographer has also worked with many other celebrities'and was most recently tapped by Tresemme to create their new marketing campaign video featuring dancers in the water. The project was a very interesting artistic challenge according to Parris who had to come up with dance moves that would highlight hair movement in and out of the water. Hearing from the artist only a few days after the career-making Superbowl halftime performance that had immediately gone viral was very revealing about how much work goes into creating a performance like that. Parris shared that fashion week was her first opportunity to get dressed up in over 10 months as she had been working hard on practicing the SuperBowl performance for so long. 

All the artists shared similar perspectives on keeping fluidity in the artistic and creative processes. Parris said that working with Rihanna was a fun challenge because she was often spontaneous and could change her mind at any moment about music, and the performance. Jonathan Simkhai also agreed that in the design process he aimed to incorporate fluidity by embracing mistakes and getting inspired at every stage of design. Lacey Redway agreed referencing that working with clients and on sets under tight deadlines requires a lot of fluidity and creativity. 

This was a very important panel because creative industries can often be misunderstand and with the advent of technology the creative process can sometimes be expected to be very predictable or rigid. But this panel reminds us that the best artists agree that the spontaneity and fluidity lead to the best work. 

The Blue Jacket Fashion Show Hosted by Frederick Anderson

 

This coming Wednesday designer Frederick Anderson will be hosting the Blue Jacket Fashion Show with Janssen Oncology & Benefitting Zero – The End of Prostate Cancer. The designer gave me an exclusive preview for the evening and you can find my red carpet coverage of the event here on Wednesday evening to see it all happen!

Anderson founded the event with Laura Miller and together they have grown the event to a successful staple on the New York City social calendar that raises awareness for Prostate cancer and screening. 

Frederick shared his excitement for the event as well as the inspiring story of how he came up with the idea in an exclusive interview with me before the big day. He also gave me a sneak peak at what he will be wearing and his plans for the upcoming NYFW! He is celebrating his 5th year with his namesake collection and will be showing his Renaissance collection on February 15th. 

1. What inspired you to found this In my forties and getting the speech from my doctor about prostate and colon cancer and getting my first colonoscopy and PSA.  I had no idea. I had never had a conversation about any of it.  Frightening and concerning… as I am part of the fashion industry and we promote the fashion fights breast cancer I wondered “what about the men”? Well I took it upon myself to start the conversation and based on the reaction its a conversation that was needed.

 

2. Do you know what you'll be wearing to the big night? 

I'll be wearing a couture velvet suit by Sartoria Studio which is opening in NYC on Feb 6th with a Blue jacket fundraiser.

3. How do you think fashion and designers can have an impact on important causes? 

We have a platform and are respected.  I think its my responsibility to use that power for change and awareness. 

4. How has being one of FGI's rising stars affected you? 

Its really amazing to be honored by your peers. The boost is amazing.

6. Any plans for Fashion week in February you can share? The collection is called renaissance.  I feel is fitting for my life and where I am at 5years of my own signature collection.

NYFW Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month

This season UPS kicked off NYFW with an opening party at the Bodega Baque pop up shop in downtown. The party celebrated the collection which is a collaboration between UPS, famed streetwear designer Angelo Baque, and several small Latinx designers. As Latinx Heritage month kicks off later this week it was the perfect moment to highlight these talented designers and small businesses. The event was a huge success with fashionable attendees showing off their stylish streetwear looks as the party spilled out on to the sidewalk. The Bodega was decorated with pieces from the collaboration including hoodies, t-shirts, and hats. There were also appetizers and drinks! Baque attended the event and enthusiastically told me that New York is back! 

The following week NYFW The Talks featured a panel with Angelo Baque himself and several other latinx designers and business partners including Thermal Taveras, Carlos Cuerto Danny Buezo founder of Kids Of Immigrants, and Moderator: Karla Martínez de Salas. The panelists discussed how their culture has influenced their work and has inspired them to create some amazing projects and collaborations with the community. 

For Taveras culture informed his work as a designer through bringing in imagery inspired by the art he saw in church growing up and being a New Yorker as well. For Baque having immigrant parents from Ecuadaor and a strong connection to music has always informed his designs. He said that he often designs a collection imagining a soundtrack in the background. 

For Cuerto who works on the corporate side at UPS he talked about the work ethic his family and community instilled in him to always the the grind on. He also mentioned that growing up in a collectivist culture with  n emphasis on community ahs helped him to work well on a team and excel in a team environment which is so important for success in today's world no matter what industry you're in. 

Additionally the panelists mentioned that they have been able to take a fresh perspective on their own culture often growing up as children of first generation immigrants. Baque said, "I'm ok with being a trail blazer. Holding open doors for others like me to come behind me and hearing from other Ecuadorian kids that I inspired them is how I know I've done good." the panelists also talked about ensuring that the community comes first when they partner up on projects such as the UPS collab which will donate proceeds to a latinx scholarship fund here in NYC. 

Baque talked about dealing with obstacles when he entered the fashion industry from finances to discrimination and how he has overcome them. He now focuses on transparency and sharing the lessons learned so that others can ask for help and won't be afraid to reach out. 

For Cuerto being results oriented and making the most of opportunities has always helped him overcome obstacles he's faced in his career. 

For Danny Buezo putting the community over competition and overcoming shyness and gaining self confidence has helped him to succeed in business. 

The panelists also discussed the best ways to help new talent. They all agreed that it often starts at a personal level and helping evolve form a scarcity mindset and encouraging people to ask for help can make all the difference, According to Cuerto UPS has also worked to ensure that money invested is going to programs that are actually helpful and research is key in finding programs that will have the most effect. It was a great way to kick off a stylish Latinx Heritage month! 

Perspectives on Sustainability at NYFW

 

This NYFW brought together experts from many industries to discuss sustainability as well as several designers in the Black in Fashion showrooms this season whose focus is on sustainable and lasting design. The theme from this NYFW which coincided with the US Open in New York was all about bringing together cross functional perspectives into the fashion space and events like the Glam Slam which I covered here, as well as the sustainability in design panel at NYFW The Talks did just that according to Sean Nelson CEO and founder of LoveSac who said, "We’re here at fashion week discussing sustainability, furniture, fashion, and sports. What ties it all together? Good design" 

The panel featured Ghanian designer Abrima erwiah model and activist Olivia Ponton, interior design consultant Laura Hodges, and CEO of LoveSac Sean Nelson. 

Each one brought a unique perspective to the topic of sustainability but the overall sentiment of the panel was that everyone can participate in creating a more sustainable future whether in a big or small way and no action is too small to make a difference. 

Nelson founder and CEO of LoveSac the company that makes home furnishings that can be easily reconfigured started out by talking about the design philosophy at LoveSac which he calls "design for life" and believes offers a different path to sustainability. This philosophy has worked well for the company and is something that Sean believes can be applied to all different types of design. 

For Laura she also works with her clients to pick out products that she knows will last and stand the test of time. She spoke about how there have been increased trends in the design world that have mirrored what has happened in the fashion world with fast fashion companies. She often consults her clients to be wary of chasing after too many trends and rather to focus on things that will last 30-40 years or a lifetime. 

Abrima also echoed these ideas that sustainability is something that we weave into the fabric of our everyday lives rather than a far off concept. She said that when she started her label she had not set out to be a "sustainable brand" but was simply following the traditions of Ghana which are heavily focused on creating lasting goods with as little impact to the community as possible. For Abrima following the supply chain was also an important part of setting up her business as she wanted to know where every aspect of her products were coming from. She talked about how the process of understanding how things were made helped her to innovate around it and create more sustainable supply chains. This is also another huge area that is often overlooked in conversations about sustainability but process and supply are areas ripe for innovation. 

For Sean his focus has turned from creating new products to creating scale and offering modifications to existing products rather than forcing customers to purchase entirely new models. Sean has worked to make sure that technological additions to his products such as speaker systems are compatible with even older models of LoveSac products. This perspective can also be applied to other industries as well and offers a more sustainable alternative to mindless consumption. 

Olivia who was originally drawn into her work as a sustainability activist by the pollution of oceans and her love for the sea, also spoke about the importance of thoughtful purchases. She said that for her being able to wear an outfit more than once and being able to re use clothing items was a sign that the clothes were well made and it was a good purchase. She is also a fan of thrifting which can also be a way to make keeping up with fashion trends more sustainable. 

The topic of sustainability touches many industries and Abrima pointed out that it is important not to oversimplify it. She added that understanding why we buy or make something in the first place, along with how to properly dispose of it or not, is also key to creating better habits. When it comes to recycling or getting rid of products good intentions may not be enough and according to Abrima we often don't have to do as much as we think. For her the guiding principle is the connection to humanity and that there isn't a one size fits all answer. 

Laura also added that there is a misconception that sustainability always means compromising design and she has ran into this stereotype with clients in her work as a design consultant. Along the theme of doing less said that she often doesn't advertise the sustainable elements of the products she picks out for her clients but instead focuses on the good design. She added that everyone taking small imperfect actions is often better than a few people doing it perfectly. 

Sean also echoed the importance of good design as a path for sustainability. He said that making products that can be passed down to future generations as well as just making good products overall must be included in the conversation. 

The overall conclusion was that good design is sustainable which is a sentiment many companies in the fashion industry and beyond can benefit from. 

Some young designers are already leading the way. Several of the labels that came to showcase at the Black in Fashion showrooms during Spring Studios this season emphasized good design and lasting products. 

I spoke to the The designer for Madame Adassa a Los Angeles based clothing brand that specializes in luxury women's wear. She spoke to me about her latest collection inspired by an Amazon Queen and said that she always tries to make designs that her customers will keep in their closet for a long time. She stays away from the trends and focuses on classic pieces that her customers can wear for years to come. 

Another designer Kwame Adusei who is originally from Ghana but is now also based in Los Angeles took me through his latest collection and design philosophy which is heavily influenced by traditional Ghana clothing styles. He places an emphasis on practicality and utility in his designs which also make them easy to wear again and again. 

For Isha Dusnton creative director of Izayla, sustainable design ties in with creating pieces made for women on the go. She uses a special material that is made to travel, fold, and last for long wear without wrinkling. When she spoke to me about her latest collection she explained that she was designing for style and color post pandemic but wanted to keep the elements of comfort and practicality that had dominated covid fashion. She said that she is designing for women who are not going backwards to the uncomfortable norms before covid but rather taking the lessons learned and creating a new better way of dressing and living that takes women's comfort and movement into consideration. 

All of this inspiring innovation definitely gives the fashion world something to think about as the conversation around sustainability continues to grow in importance for consumers. 

Glam Slam Day 2: Maison Kitsune Celebrates US Open at NYFW with Pop Up Shop

This season NYFW held the Glam Slam series of events to celebrate the US Open bringing together fashion and sports as well as giving fans an opportunity to meet some of their favorite athletes. Sponsored by Chase Sapphire the rooftop events included panels, drinks, bites, and of course fashion. On day 2 Juan Martin Del Potro & Vicente Munoz came out to discuss tennis, men's style, and more. 

Juan Marco del Potro discussed his transition off the court and into the role of commentator. He told the audience he would always miss tennis but his role as commentator has given him a unique perspective to keep up with the game. He talked about how he felt the fashion and styles for men's tennis had evolved and the latest trends he was seeing. He shared that color was definitely the future echoing what we heard about women's trends in the earlier panels. He added that he had also noticed more options for designers in men's tennis which was a great improvement for the players who had more diversity of options. 

The tennis star shared what it was like coming from Argentina to the Big Apple for the US Open saying "it was a gig difference". He also spoke about his career as a top 10 player in the world and how he achieved his dreams. He emphasized that no matter what you are going after it is important to never give up and always give 100% effort even in practices. He also talked about how being resilient and staying in the moment had helped him in his career. 

 

Guests enjoyed beats by Gonnie Garko as they took in the rooftop views from Spring Studios. The DJ and pop up shop were courtesy of Maison Kitsune a French Japanese brand that focuses on style and simplicity. The brand has recently launched a series of events called back to Launch to celebrate the return of in person events. The pop up shop featured classic pieces from the Maison Kitsune line that could be used for sportswear, athleisure, and more. According to brand representative Charly Araton. the brand has been focusing  on offering their customers designs that can be worn outside as they have noticed a demand as people enjoy the good weather and a summer outside their homes. 

Guests enjoyed shopping the collection while watching the screening of the US Open after the panel and it was a great way to relax in between busy fashion week events! 

NYFW Ones to Watch: Frederick Anderson

Designer Frederick Anderson presented his SS23 runway collection at Moonlight studios during NYFW. The "garden party" collection which was inspired by a poem from Maya Angelou was a fun and sophisticated take on the trends we've been seeing on the runway this season. Whimsical floral designs, expert drapery, relaxed and breathable suits, and oversized accessories all came together to create the colorful and elegant collection. The show attracted several influencers, philanthropists, and celebrities and the star-studded front row brought together influencers from all industries keeping with the theme of this NYFW which has brought together traditional fashion outsiders. 

The show was definitely a success and the designer came out to celebrate with everyone after the event. The designer has recently garnered a lot of attention as a designer that isn't afraid to play with color, sequins and more even during the pandemic. The designer has also received a lot of buzz from the fashion industry recently and is set to host the annual FGI Night of Stars Awards next month. 

Some of my favorite pieces included a candy pink ruffle two-piece set, brightly colored dresses with 3d floral appliques, and more. The collection did remind one of a garden party as we look towards spring with trends for bright colors and whimsical design elements continuing. However, there was definitely a modern edge to the collection that appealed to the 2023 consumer. 

I can't wait to see more from this designer! 

Cynthia Rowley Debuts Her Athleisure Capsule Collection at NYFW Glam Slam

NYFW Glam Slam events kicked off on Friday with appearances from fashion and tennis' most glamorous names. Cynthia Rowley, Claudia Lebenthal, and Alexandra Stevenson gave a sunset panel on the Spring Studios rooftop where guests enjoyed bites, rose, cocktails, and got to shop an exclusive preview of the new Cynthia Rowley sports capsule collection. The designer who is set to present her SS23 collection on Tuesday talked about creating the capsule collection, designing for sportswear and more. 

The designer is also a fan of tennis herself as well as an avid surfer and she talked about how she often tests her own designs. She said that she feels all sports are influencing what's happening in fashion right now. Of course you can't talk about fashion and tennis without mentioning Serena Williams. The panelists agreed that Serena has pushed the envelope with catsuits, and  Rowley added that she loved the catsuits because they were right up her alley. Rowley added that it's not just tennis where you can wear what you want and express yourself more For Rowley fashion is another way for people to express themselves even in sports and that is what has inspired her when designing this latest collection. 

Alexandra Stevenson talked about getting into fashion as an athlete recalling that when she was a junior she fell in love with a Cynthia Rowley design that Julia Roberts wore and has loved fashion ever since. Stevenson has also noticed several new trends in the tennis world when it comes to fashion including the return of crop tops, shot skirts, ice skating style dresses, and more defined silhouettes. 

She said, "for me tennis style has always been fun and girly" 

Rowley spoke about the trends she's noticed as a designer saying, "I think fashion and function are an important part of design but if I think in fitness overall I think we will see more colors." 

As one of the pioneers of Surf leisure clothing and athleisure clothing she certainly has the experience to pick out the upcoming trends. She went on to describe her process for designing athletic wear saying that often sports brands think they want an athlete to design and that for her its way easier to learn about the functionality that is needed for a certain design than to teach someone who's an expert in the sport the basic principles of good design. For Rowley it starts with good design and she works to incorporate functionality by researching what is needed for each project. She said there are certain fabrics that should stay in sportswear and not cross over but she has definitely had to learn through experimenting which ones those are. She recalled trying to create some dresses out of neoprene once saying, "I thought they would look snatched but it's a functional fabric so I had sweat dripping down my back and it was an important lesson to understand why things are used in certain ways." 

Alexandra described wearing some of Rowley's designs saying, "It feels like I'm in athletic clothes but they look like gorgeous Cynthia Rowley clothes!" Other customers love wearing her pieces as well because the designer is so diligent about testing them out and even tries them on herself! 

Rowley said of her hopes for future projects, "I love sports and a good challenge. I would like to dress a guy. I think you shouldn't have to give up who you are because of your profession." 

She described how she felt about her latest capsule collection which was available at the pop up shop at Glam Slam saying, "We did just launch an all sport collection which ahs tennis dresses and shorts. It's a capsule collection that's meant to be cute for playing golf or just going to the grocery store. I think people are looking for things to do outside more and more and they want to look cute." She also talked with me more about the collection saying, "It’s just a little capsule, and it is all sport. So it’s meant to be worn for tennis, golf, pickle ball, kind of whatever you want, and then you look super cute on the street too. It’s just really for everything. Yoga, you know, all sports"

When asked if she had been watching the US Open Rowley said, "The energy the past 4 days was out of this world." 

Finally Rowley spoke about her upcoming fashion week show on Tuesday which will feature her SS23 ready to wear collection. She said, "I'm a little stressed right now." 

I spoke to the designer about her upcoming show and what it feels like to be back to in person shows after doing virtual events for so long. She said, "(NYFW) is fully back, I know. I mean, I always love a fashion show and always hate a fashion show. It’s so stressful, like I have couriers flying on an airplane to bring samples to us tomorrow, and like, it’s always, no matter how far ahead you plan, no matter what you do, you know, things happen and it’s like, you’ve got to deal with it and hope for the best. I mean right now I’m dealing with, you know, a lot of just organizing a lot of stuff, but also dealing with mother nature. So let’s all just cross our fingers, say a little something, whatever you say for good weather. Yeah, it’s looking a little intense, but I think it’ll be okay."

NYFW The Talks: The State of Fashion Journalism

On the fourth day of NYFW I attended the Fashion Journalism panel held at Spring Studios where several household names in fashion journalism came to speak on some of the historic moments and scandals in the fashion press over the years and the state of the industry today. Panelists Bridget Foley former editor of WWD, Lauren Sherman of Business of Fashion, Dr. Valerie Steele director and chief curator of the museum at FIT and Emil Wilbekin editor and founder of Native Son shared their thoughts on how things have changed during Covid, what TikTok means for fashion journalists, and more. After a whirlwind 2 years of historical events that have turned things upside down for many, journalism may look a bit different but these journalists are committed to continuing to report on all things fashion. 

Social media has been a huge part of the fashion industry for years now and like brands, fashion publications have embraced connecting with their audiences on these platforms. However, due to the accelerated digital adoption that happened during Covid lockdowns, more people than ever have joined social media and are embracing even the newest platforms like TikTok at rapid rates. #FashionTok as its known on the platform has become a worldwide community that encompasses every aspect of fashion from amateurs to legendary professionals. The community has also become known as somewhat of a counterculture with many prominent users sharing controversial opinions and going against the traditional norms of the industry. TikTokers such as Caroline Vazzana have been able to gain more success and recognition on the platform than through traditional jobs in fashion media. So how can traditional publications navigate this new space? 

Bridget Foley shared her thoughts on the platform saying, "I think people want to hear from their peers which TikTok is great for, but they also want to hear from those traditional authority figures whose opinions are informed by years of industry experience." 

The panelists echoed this outlook when discussing social media. Traditional fashion publications can take on the role of experts sharing opinions and verified stories readers know they can trust. While social media platforms like TikTok can serve as a place for people to hear the opinions of their peers and have more open conversations that aren't dominated by corporate fashion's interests. The panelists also discussed the unique phenomenon of TikTok fashion vloggers pointing out that they stand out among social media users as a group that truly cares about what they are talking about. 

The panelists also pointed out that the counterculture found in these communities could be a reaction to the consolidation of the fashion industry over the years. Bridget Foley shared that she had witnessed firsthand how the industry had transformed over the years into a corporate-driven environment. This shift has touched all areas of the industry including designers, consumers and of course journalists. One important effect the reorganization of the industry had was how we define what may be perceived as a scandal and how it is covered by the media. Panelists shared some of the major scandals they had covered throughout the years and discussed how those same scandals would be received if they had happened in the present day. Scandals like copyright issues, designers copying one another's work, and giving credit to independent artists have all been hot topics in recent years. The panelists pointed out that in today's fast-fashion economy copycats are not as scandalous as they once were and it can sometimes be impossible to trace back where an idea originated from. However, one of the more positive effects of social media is that it has now become easier for designers and brands to credit independent artists whose work they may have used by shouting them out on social media. In recent years it has become an expectation for big designers to give credit where it is due when using work from small independent artists whether it be in prints, graphics etc. 

The topic of fast fashion is also a controversial subject in the industry right now and the panelists addressed the fast-paced fashion calendar that has taken over in recent years. This has led to difficulty for designers to be new and create because we are constantly inundated with newness. With an "on to the next" attitude, it is hard to reflect on things that stand out which is a challenge fashion journalists must contend with when covering new products. The fashion industry is creativity on demand and many designers have compared the feeling to being on a treadmill year round and journalists have also had to change their working style to keep up with the new normal. But, after the world was put on pause for 2 years during the pandemic, the panelists concluded that there is hope for the future. Everyone agreed that there is an urge for change, for something new. And that there is no substitute for in person events. 

Another challenge fashion journalists face with the advent of social media is the blind enthusiasm that emerges from the 24/7 nature of these platforms. It can be difficult to publish negative opinions and still get eyes on a piece when you are going against the flow of the social media hype train according to the panelists. Does this make fashion a more forgiving industry than other creative professions? Designers are often not subject to some of the harsh criticisms that other creators may receive on a regular basis. The panelists pointed out that the industry media often does not need to be as critical since the general public is already so critical of fashion. However, journalists also face a challenge from bigger brands who may control the media. 

After attending this insightful panel looking back on the evolution of fashion journalism it has definitely changed my opinion on some of these controversies. Let me know what you think in the comments! 

NYFW Day 2: Deity New York, Thriving with Thrifting, and More!

The second day of NYFW was another busy day filled with shows and events around the city. I started my morning off heading to the Tiffany Brown show held at Slate NY in the flatiron district. The young designer made her NYFW debut this season with a fun and flirty collection. This collection departed from many of the major designers in that it did not feature bright colors for winter and stuck with more traditional tones such as browns and nudes. However, the dresses and looks were infused with a young and fun spirit often featuring cut outs and matching separates. 

After this show I headed back to Spring studios for the Second lifestyle panel featuring a discussion with some of the city's leading vintage dealers. The panel featured Emma Rogue TikTok star who recently opened her own vintage boutique in the city, Mina Le fashion and culture analyst and Marie Laboucarie founder of Nina Gabbana vintage. The panel was moderated by Vogue vintage fashion writer Liana Satenstein. 

I closed out the night at the Deity New York presentation which was also held at Spring studios in the lounge. This sophisticated collection featured some of my favorite colors including fuchsias with bow accents and glitter. I loved the tailoring and sharp styles in this collection as it was perfect for a businesswoman on the go but also retained feminine qualities with the pretty details. The presentation featured free sparkling beverages for guests to enjoy while admiring the collection on display along with the collection video which was playing in the background. 

  

NYFW Ones to Watch: Bronx and Banco AW22 Show

Australian designer Natalie Banco brought her signature bejeweled designs to NYFW in her breakout show this season. The glamorous event was held at an iconic NYC location at the Bowery Hotel. The star-studded event attracted NYFW's most stylish crowd including fashion TikTok star Caroline Vazzanna, as well as celebs like Taylen Biggs, Patrick Starr, and more. 

The front row was filled with sparkling and colorful outfits that fit the theme of the show "One night in Paris". It was definitely a great place for spotting NYFW statement looks and several guests even wore pieces from the Bronx and Banco line. The event began with cocktails and guests enjoyed sipping on sparkling champagne and mingling before heading into the show. 

The show opened with bright and glittering statement looks that were made for a night out in Paris. 

The collection like many others at NYFW this season showed bright neon shades for winter. My favorite thing about this collection were the accessories by Marzook. The oversized bedazzled purses shaped like lipsticks and hearts as well as other fun shapes echoed the collection's playful and girly vibe. The dress One of my favorite looks was this brightly colored outfit with the oversized bow a daring twist on a  classic Parisian detail. This collection had something for everyone and showcased looks for those who wanted to make a bold statement with the season's trendy cutout style as well as looks for fun loving fashionistas. Some of the pieces definitely reminded me of the Emily in Paris style with a blend of French fashion mixed with street style trends. This refreshing collection dispensed with any attempts to put on false airs of sophistication and embraced the fun and youthful side of fashion. It was a welcome presentation from the seriousness of the past many have felt during the past several years of the pandemic. This collection is made for the girl who wants to embrace spontaneity and maybe even end up spending one night in Paris while still being taken just as seriously all while wearing a bit of sparkle. The upbeat show was a great way to kick off NYFW and I can't wait to see what fun and flirty designs this designer will come up with next.