Reality TV Stars Celebrate Kendra Wilkinson's Magazine Cover Reveal at Sur in WH

 Check out my Youtube video red carpet coverage where I got to speak with reality stars representing fashions from the 2000s to now. 

I covered looks from the Supermodels Unlimited cover launch for reality star turned real estate biz owner Kendra Wilkinson! I headed to Sur restaurant the home of Vanderpump rules in West Hollywood for the event which brought together different generations of Reality TV stars! From Peter Madrigal who told me he “grew up at Sur” and revealed how his Vanderpump rules days influenced his business ideas to Will Blackmon who told me about his journey from NFL star to sommelier this is one red carpet you don’t want to miss! I met so many fashionable guests who stepped out in true West Hollywood style from Sarah Sokol milliner to the stars who showed off her artistry with a hot pink suit and matching hat, to Ashley Alexis who shares my love of shoes! We had so much fun trying the amazing bites and sips from the Sur bar, and celebrating Kendra’s cover!

LAFW Recap Video

 Check out my celeb interviews, behind the scenes coverage and more in the video below! 

LAFW Returns to Petersen Automotive Museum in Style: The Cars and Fashion Opening Night Gala

This year LAFW returned to the Petersen Automotive Museum to hold a weekend of shows, live entertainment, and celebrate the return of live fashion shows. The opening night gala was all about cars and fashion this year and guests got to enjoy the museum's exhibit on cars and style through the ages while attending the gala. The gala was a quintessential LA experience from the star studded yellow carpet to the street tacos and Ceviche served to guests among the vintage Hollywood cars and music and DJ. To top it off designer to celebrities For the Stars Fashion House opened the runway show on the terrace and guests took their seats just as the sun set on the Los Angeles skyline. The designer, who has created pieces for stars such as Lady Gaga, and more showed a dazzling collection of their latest avant garde pieces. 

For refreshments guests enjoyed the Topo Chico mineral water booth where they were able to experience the relaxing LA lifestyle and sip on lime flavored mineral water in the sitting area complete with mini Palm trees and beach chairs. It also made for a great photo op! 

NEFT Vodka sponsored the bar and also offered a tasting of their premium Austrian sipping vodka. The brand relaunched during the pandemic and the US HQ are located locally in LA. During the tasting guests experienced the "sipping" taste that makes NEFT unique. While the vodka can be mixed into cocktails it is made to be sipped and enjoyed on its own. This fresh taste evolves over time while sipping the drink revealing layers of flavor. 

The museum exhibit featured several iconic cars used in Hollywood movies throughout the years as well as a historical background on the role style has played in the automotive evolution. 

The show opened with remarks by hosts actress Kym Whitley and Tiktoker Joe Flow who warmed up the crowd with some comedy and a high energy introduction of LAFW. 

Before the runway show, guests got treated to a live performance by Palaye Royale. The rock band gave an energetic show that blended into the first runway presentation by designer Jacob Meir of For the Stars. Everyone came out dressed for the occasion and I saw some seriously fashion forward looks at this event. 

One of the highlights of The For the Stars show was the featured runway appearance by Sports Illustrated model Christie Valdiserri who is the first bald Sports Illustrated model. She rocked a dazzling silver dress garnering cheers from the crowd. 

Keeping with the theme of the LA red carpet celebration the final designer was Elie Madi whose work has also been worn by several celebrities including Demi Lovato, Paris Hilton, Katy Perry and more! This was my personal favorite collection of the night featuring glittering gowns and light and airy designs. This collection did not disappoint and I saw several sparkling looks fit for the red carpet. 

The night closed out with a resounding applause from the audience and a VIP afterparty on the museum's private rooftop. It was a great way to kick off the season and celebrate LA's creativity once again. Everyone was looking forward to the amazing lineup of designers scheduled throughout the weekend. 

LAFW Returns With a Focus on Diversity on the Runway

After a long hiatus during the Covid pandemic LAFW has officially returned with in person shows this October at the Peterson Automotive museum. With a line up of exciting up and coming talent as well as some established Hollywood names the runway shows this year are making a splash in the LAFW comeback season. This season the runway also has a special focus on diversity with the, LAFW Diversity & Disability initiative. This year's events feature current and former Paralympians and athletes who will be closing out the season with an exclusive runway sports show unlike any other. Led by Disability & Diversity Advocate Steven Tingus, this promises to be a highlight of the entire season. 

 "LA has become the streetwear & Red-carpet fashion capital of the world. As part of this cultural renaissance, we're excited to be leaders behind this movement into a premier hub for fashion, art, design and entertainment. That's why the event has become more experiential than ever before," says Arthur Chipman, Executive Producer of LAFW.

The season promises to be an exciting return to in person events with partners such as Stella Artois, L'Oreal, and held at the iconic Peterson Automotive Museum. You can find out more at www.lafw.net

 

The Top Menswear Trends from the Hollywood Experts at Simply OC

StyleWeek OC kicked off at the beautiful Fashion Island Mall where celebrity stylists and fashion icons fashion blogger J Fig, Doug McLaughlin of RHOC, and celebrity stylist Ashley Weston came out for a Menswear panel to discuss the latest trends for the upcoming fall season. These top style industry leaders dished on the latest trends that no one else will see until they hit the red carpet later this year so remember you heard it here first! Ashley Weston Hollywood menswear stylist for some of the hottest A-list actors like Harrison Ford, Chris Pratt, Kevin Hart and more told us about her tips for creating a sleek and polished red carpet look.

The panelists talked about their favorite trends of the season and shared the daring looks they predicted would be on the rise in 2019. They all agreed that yellow is the color of the moment and loved adding pops of the bright hue to lighten up any look. Ashley Weston also recommended mixing houndstooth prints into your wardrobe this fall because the classic fall print is making a comeback. She also said that girls could use some of these tips too because going for the masculine look for women is always a great way to mix it up with an oversized suit or a shirt and tie look.

When each of the panelists were asked what their favorite piece was for menswear they all had interesting essential items for the stylish man. Doug McLaughlin started off telling the audience about his favorite leather jacket. He said the jacket was something he wanted to pass on to his sons because he felt that it was the perfect addition to any man's wardrobe and was a great nostalgic piece to be used again and again.

Ashley said she always recommended her clients own a pair of nice loafers because they could be worn at any occasion and dressed up or down.

Daniel Musto added that sunglasses were another essential he loved to have in his closet and J Fig said he couldn't live without a soft comfortable t-shirt. These essentials are all great tips for creating the basis for a stylish wardrobe. The panelists also talked about their favorite way to elevate their looks. Doug McLaughlin shared his favorite tips for looking sharp on date night saying, "Recently I wore a light cream colored suit for date night with Lydia and she loved it because usually I tend to go for the darker colored suits." Apparently his lighter color palette was a big it with his wife and its something he'll definitely be bringing back.

Ashley Weston recommended several tips for looking red carpet ready saying, "I always tell my clients never let your socks show!" She also recommends having one good tailored suit because fit can really make or break a look.

The panel discussion turned to the current state of menswear as the panelists talked about their favorite brands which ranged everywhere from Suit Supply to Rodd and Gunn. The panelists talked about how much the men's fashion industry has grown and changed in the past few years and Ashley Weston said, "I feel like I can tell my clients to take risks now and go with a patterned shirt they might never wear or add some bright colors and they always end up loving it because people think men's fashion is boring and just the same old thing over and over again but it doesn't have to be."

All in all the panel was very informative and even I got some great style tips from it!