FASHION/FASHION WEEK

A glimpse of Couture Fashion Week NY

September 12, 2010
A glimpse of Couture Fashion Week NY

Photos: Dawn Mitchell
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Fashion Night Out w/Super Models at Salvatore Ferragamo

September 11, 2010
Fashion Night Out w/Super Models at Salvatore Ferragamo

Alek Wek, Carol Winberg and Ashley Wick          Photo:Dawn Mitchell Carol Alt         Photo: Dawn Mitchell Fashion Night out in NYC at Salvatore Ferragamo on 5th Ave.  Alek Wek, Carol Winberg, Ashley Wick and Carol Alt brought in Fashion Week in style! They are the definition of Super Model and never cease...
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Mystery of Dark Angels

September 6, 2010
Mystery of Dark Angels

PA Fashion week is coming.  Anticipation is building as we wait to see the designers that will showcase their creativity for the world to see.  Autumnlin Atelier participated last year. If her work is any indication of what we can expect this year, then we should reserve our front row seats now.  Her handmade...
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These boots were made for walkin’

September 5, 2010
These boots were made for walkin’

We all want to purchase from our top designers: Gucci, Versaci, Miu Miu, Frye, Franco Sarto and Vera Wang to name a few. Sometimes a girl just looks for a bargain and DSW provided just that. Boots for $59 -$129.   Shoes on clearance for an additional 40%-70% off.  So many to pick from-...
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Fall Wish List

September 2, 2010
Fall Wish List

    Frye boots, Donald J Pilner-The Lisa, 80s Style Feather, Nu.I Fashion Cape   So we all have a wish list and mine is just getting started. The fall is coming and I love the fashions.  Let’s admit that you can put together the hottest outfits when the temps cools down. I was...
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Men’s Fashion: Dare to Wear Plaid

August 29, 2010
Men’s Fashion: Dare to Wear Plaid

Plaid is not just for tablecloths or flannel nor is it only for the nerdy or as we like to call it Geek Chic; it is in every form of fashion from Hue plaid tights and nail art designs to the Salvatore Ferragamo matching mom and daughter suits and platform shoes. Clearly this trend...
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What is Haute Couture?

August 27, 2010
What is Haute Couture?

Couture Fashion Week Designers Catalin Botezatu, Amal Sarieddine and Andres Aquino via Shawn Paunch Lady Gaga via gaga monster( photobucket)   Haute Couture originates from two words: the 1920’s French term couture, which means designing, sewing, or needlework and  haute which means elegant or high.  The marriage of the two implies exceptional creativity of...
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“Destination France”- Kristin Haskins-Simms

August 26, 2010
“Destination France”- Kristin Haskins-Simms

Philadelphia Fashion Week “Destination France” w/ Kristin Haskins-Simms Philadelphia Fashion Week “Destination France” was a memorable evening held at Le Bec Fin on Walnut Street with the guest of honor Kristin Haskins-Simms.  Sometimes we wonder if becoming a television figure removes the human aspect of people.  Kristin has a warm, down-to-earth personality and took...
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2010 Mexico Crowned Miss Universe

August 24, 2010
2010 Mexico Crowned Miss Universe

Miss Universe Jimena Navarrete, photo: es mas First winner from Mexico since 1991.   The Miss Universe Pageant is one of the the most highest rated telecasts and how many of us just wish we had the body on those girls?  Anyway, Bret Michaels looks dapper as he hosted along with Natalie Morales for...
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Project Runway’s Kristin Haskins-Simms preview

August 23, 2010
Project Runway’s Kristin Haskins-Simms preview

Kristin Haskins- Simms photos: Project Runway Kristin’s portfolio Project Runway’s Kristin Haskins- Simms of PA was recently a contestant on Project Runway. The designer impresses us all as she reached great heights during Project Runway as  an Adjunct Professor in Graphic Design but self trained Fashion Designer.  Her favorite Designer is Ann Demeuelmeester, but...
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