September 17, 2010

BCBG – Bon Chic, Bon Genre

BCBG Fashion Show at Lincoln Center - Stage

BCBG’s 2011 Spring collection was held at Lincoln Center - stage.   It was by far the most popular show and tons of celebrity’s were there, including Anna Wintour, Ashley Simpson, Kelly Rowland, Coco Rocha and Poppy Delevigne.   Needless to say, the show was packed with A-listers, top photographers, buyers from Bloomingdale’s and Saks and fashionistas.

BCBG Fashion Show - Anna Wintour in the audience

The collection consisted of 37 looks and Max Azria’s inspiration for his spring collection was “to create timeless, effortless, clean versatile silhouettes”. 

The runway consisted of white, pale grey, charcoal and taupe – all basic colors, of all lengths.  The Macciato crepe short jumpsuit portrayed a confident and playful look, while the bare silk seersucker tiered dress displayed easy day to evening elegance. 

BCBG has become one of the must have labels in the fashion industry.  Celebrities such as Sharon Stone, Fergie, Dakota Fanning, Miley Cyrus and Vannessa Hudgens have at some point rocked BCBG at movie premiers, music awards as well as other A list celebrity events.

BCBGMAXAXRIA was created in 1989 and is sold in 600 boutique stores throughout the country.  in 1991 Azria’s wife and muse, Lubov, became the creative director of the company.  Her nickname, “bon chic, bon genre” was Parisian slang for good style, good attitude.  The brand is a mixture of European sophistication and American spirit.

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September 13, 2010

Fashion Week 2010 – GULI Collections

Gulnara Karimova - Designer of GULI Collections

The Spring 2011 Collections will host nearly 100 designers presenting their collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion week’s new home, Lincoln Center.  

Many of them are celebrities, but only one is the daughter of a president. Gulnara Karimova, 38, whose father, Islam Karimov, rules Uzbekistan, had her New York Fashion Week debut on Friday.

Sitting in the second row, I was able to see the traditional national fabrics: Adras, Beqasm, Atlas, Han-atlas, Excelsior silk and Shoyi.  Gulnara’s collection consists of 34 looks and each model is complemented by GULI jewelry pieces.  All the ikats have been produced by GULI’s creative team based on ancient hand weaving techniques.

Gulnara believes that the Orient is strong in its traditions which can be easily incorporated into her fashion designs.  Gulnara places emphasis on the idea she advocates in her works: intertwining ethnic subtleties with a modern twist aka a western style.

“It is Western style because not too many people in our country would wear these clothes,” Karimova told me after the show.  “But at the same time, we’ll bring houses like Oscar de la Renta, Sonia Raquel, Inès de la Fressange…to Uzbekistan.”

The Legend of Ikat was placed in the press pack for Guli.  This story tells a tale of a young girl who approached a young master to acquire fabrics which would become part of the dowry for her upcoming wedding – they fell in love at first sight.  Her parents did not want her wedding with a wealthy noble man to be in danger, so they hid her in the tallest tower, away from the young master. 

The story goes on to say that the girl was supplied with various sundry threads and dyes to make her own fabrics.  The girl was too busy daydreaming about her true love, that she started clashing yarns and mixed them with various dyes.  The girl let the end of the fabric out the window hoping that the young master would see the fabric.  She would just sit by the window, weave and cry.  The tears would go onto the clothe, blurring the fresh colors on the woven patterns. 

The young master came across the fabric and was shocked by how beautiful it was.  He started to call the girl’s name but then realized that “a beauty this kind may only be created by a happy person”, and that she must be so in love and why she has not returned any of his calls.  His heart sank but he severed a piece off of the patterned cloth and left the town.

This story tells us that as a result we have unique fabrics with distinctive blurry-looking patters.  In Central Asia this technique of weaving silk is called abrbandi.  This lengthy process is carried out by hand.

It’s surprising that Karimova has chosen fashion over, say, political science, given that she holds a Ph.D. in the subject from the University of World Economy and Diplomacy in the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent. She is also the Uzbek ambassador to Spain.

However, it’s clear that Karimova’s got style. Today, her style is simple with black jeans with glitter on the bottoms, a classy white tank with a thick black belt, earings, and stilettos to complete the outfit.  Some say that she is the blonde haired modern version of Farah Fawcett.

The Fund Forum, the biggest Non Governmental Organization in Uzbekistan is chaired by Gulnara.  This charity supports talented children and youth by running art, education, fashion and design projects – which in turn, supports research and publishing activity.

In the eyes of the western public Gulnara Karimova is a young and modern face of Uzbekistan, she represents this developing country in the international market with class and dignity.  I’m sure New Yorkers will embrace GULI when it hits the stores in New York.

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September 9, 2010

Fashion Night Out 2010

The big night is almost here! For weeks, fashionistas have been inundated with invites and intel from hundreds of stores around New York City. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to be all of these places at once, but as I looked thru fashionnightout.com – I was able to put together a list of top places which included designer appearances, fashion carnivals (DVF), block parties, etc. 
Balenciaga: The label’s NYC boutique will hold a special live performance by model-turned-musician Karen Elson, who will perform songs from her debut album The Ghost Who Walks, which was produced by Jack White.
 
Barneys New York: The mother of all Fashion’s Night Out events. Appearances by: Mary-Kate + Ashley Olsen, Daphne Guinness, Julie Gilhart, Simon Doonan, the Proenza Schouler Boys, Isabel + Ruben Toledo, the Rodarte Girls, the Rag & Bone Boys, and Alexander Wang. The aforementioned will participate in activities such as ping-pong, karaoke, and musical chairs, so even though this will probably be the most crowded venue on September 10th, it will probably also be the most fun. 
 
Bergdorf Goodman: Two words: TOM FORD. The man himself will be on-hand in the men’s store from 8:00-8:30, and he’ll be signing all Tom Ford fragrance purchases made that day. Dozens of other celebrity sightings are instore, including Victoria Beckham from 8:30-9:00 on the third floor, Jason Wu, and Thom Browne. If gaming and goofing-off with fashion designers is more your speed, there will be a retro style rec-room from 8-9 with foosball, ping-pong, and air hockey, and a karaoke contest from 9-10. 
 
Debut New York: Stop by this Mulberry Street boutique to pick up your FACES OF FASHION t-shirt, which are hand-painted by Victor-John Villanueva. Style icons celebrated on these exclusive tees include PAPER’s own Kim Hastrieter, Olivier Zahm, Lynn Yeager, and Andre Leon Talley. At 200 bucks a pop, they’re not cheap, but the sales benefit the Savannah College of Art and Design. 
 
Diane von Furstenberg: takes Fashion’s Night Out to the digital universe with The DVF and HP Experience Lounge, a multimedia event that will transform the DVF boutique and gallery into an interactive fashion playground. Hosted by Refinery29.com, the evening will feature cutting-edge fashion installations, complete with a ‘Fall Favorites’ photo booth featuring DVF items curated by Refinery29.com editors on display for shoppers to utilize when browsing their most-desired DVF looks. Photos can be printed, posted to Facebook or streamed live into the lounge on social feed monitors, allowing guests to engage with the fashion community and interact with DVF. Computer terminals and touch screens will feature up-to-the-minute news about FNO from around the city, and the world!

Dolce and Gabbana: Join Naomi Campbell to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of her career A collection of limited edition t-shirts featuring Naomi Campbell portrayed by some of the greatest contemporary photographers and signed by Naomi will be available for purchase*  T-shirts sold exclusively at the Dolce & Gabbana boutique will support Fashion for Relief, a charity founded by Naomi to raise funds in the fashion world in time and places of need *T-shirts will be signed from 6:30pm to 9:45pm

Friends of Fashion at the Four Seasons: Support the fashion industry! Friends of Fashion salutes remarkable American fashion, past and present, at The Garden at Four Seasons Hotel New York. Stop by from 6-10 p.m. for wine, Champagne, hors d’oeuvres, informal modeling, and a chance to shop and meet: ·LLORRAINE NEITHARDT and her one-of-a-kind shoes, including those for PS: I LOVE YOU ·EVAN ROSS and his vintage finds from FROCK, the red carpet resource for Julia Roberts, SJP, etc. .JANE PINCUS of YESTADT MILLINERY and unique designs celebs love. ·KATHLEEN BECKETT, founder of FRIENDS OF FASHION *10 PER CENT GOES TO HELP FASHION CAUSES

Helmut Lang: The brand’s Washington Street store will turn into a hipster haven when it throws its Fashion’s Night Out block party, with music by DJs Harley Viera-Newton and Cassie Coane, and photography by the Cobrasnake. Expect games, prizes, and free-flowing cocktails by East Village’s Death & Company. 

Kirna Zabete: Alexander Wang, Thakoon, Peter Som, Jason Wu, Aurelie Biderman, Chrissie Morris, Elise Overland, Tracy Anderson, and Jack + Lazaro of Proenza Schouler will be on hand at the dreamy Soho boutique to meet the shoppers and launch exclusive products. Get there early to scoop up a mini PS1 wallet or an exclusive Kirna Zabete iPad case!

 
Lanvin: Terrence Koh is designing a series of window displays at the new Madison Avenue boutique that will be unveiled that evening, and you can even meet the artist from 6:30 to 7:30. The store will also be holding a Bingo night — emceed by Brad Goreski of the “Rachel Zoe Project” — with with limited edition bingo cards that retail for $20 a piece. One lucky winner will take home the grand prize: a Lanvin Amalia Handbag.

OAK NYC: OAK, Rogan, and The Smile are teaming up for a “Black Carnival” on Bond Street, complete with tents, music, snacks catered by The Smile and BONDST sushi, and of course, cocktails. OAK is also planning to transform itself into a “mall” for one night only. Shoppers can make their own charm necklaces at the Surface 2 Air kiosk, shred t-shirts with LNA, and play dress up in OAK’s fashion photo booth. DJs, raffles, and special surprises are also in store.

 
Phillip Lim + Rag & Bone: The Mercer Street neighbors are teaming up to hold a block party. Plans include a live DJ, junk food galore (gourmet burgers from BLT Go and Van Leeuwen ice cream), and a special performance by My Gold Mask in store at Phillip Lim.  You can even shop with the designers in their respective stores as they style some great looks for fall, and score some awesome gifts with each purchase. 

QVC Live From Fashion’s Night Out: QVC celebrates the launch of lines by the Kardashians (K-DASH by Kardashian), Janie Bryant‘s Mad Men-inspired collectin, Isaac Mizrahi and Lori Goldstein among other designers. Hobnob witih Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kristin Chenoweth, and Gossip Girl‘s Kelly Rutherford (so many K names!). Everything kicks off at 8 p.m. in the West Lobby of Rockefeller Center at 8 p.m.

Screaming Mimi’s: The vintage store will celebrate Fashion’s Night Out with its Second Annual “Racks of Love” event. Cocktails will be served while you peruse racks of clothing curated by NYC art, music, and fashion icons, and a portion of the night’s proceeds will go to charity. This year’s participants include Lynn Yaeger, The Drums and Richie Rich.

Valentino: The folks at Valentino are using FNO to raise money for a great cause! They will host a celebrity poker tournament at their Madison Avenue boutique, and a percentage of the event’s sales will be donated to the winner’s charity of choice. The evening’s card sharks include Derek Blasberg, Devon Aoki, Molly Sims, and Sam Talbot. 
Credits to Papermag.com

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August 11, 2010

Cinderella and her Louboutin’s

My fondest memory of my childhood was my mom reading my favorite bedtime story – Cinderella.  This story was the ultimate fairy tale – a prince finds his princess, who is just a common girl.  My favorite part was when the Prince pocketed the shoe and vowed to find and marry the girl to whom it belonged.      
When my mom got to my favorite part of the story,  I stopped and asked her a very important question.  I always wanted to know what kind of shoe my mom was wearing when she met her prince, aka my dad.  I knew that if I was going to try to impress a prince than I would wear a shoe that would knock his socks off.   My mom sadly shook her head and told me that labels do not matter in fairy tales and real life.   The prince fell in love with Cinderella because of who she was and not what she wore. 

At age 10 – I was aware that this world was all about labels and love.  Five years later, my friends were obsessed with boys and I was obsessed with fashion.  While my classmates gossiped about which boy to go to the dance with, I daydreamed about shoes and accessories.  I would always run to my mailbox the 1st of every month, because my Vogue magazine would be in the mail, waiting for me.  As soon as my new glossy magazine would come in the mail, I would rush to my bedroom and put the do not disturb sign on my door.   My magazine took me to a different world, far away from the suburbs in Connecticut and I would slowly turn each page and stare mesmerized at the latest styles.  

We love our shoes

Ten years later, I was a twenty-four year old single girl living and working in New York City.   I did not have to wait for a Vogue magazine to come to my house every month in the mail.  Fashion was everywhere in the streets of New York and I took it all in – New Yorker’s had a unique sense of style.  It was not like Connecticut, where everyone would wear the same shirt from the Gap.  This entire city was one big magazine. 

8th floor - my favorite section

                                         My favorite place in New York City is the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store – the 8th floor was my heaven.  There is a special elevator on the main floor of Saks, which will take you straight to the 8th floor, aka the shoe department.  The Saks flagship store has the biggest selection of shoes – so big that the shoe department had to have their own zip code.  I still remember when I bought my first pair of nice shoes.  I  leisurely strolled on the 8th floor of Saks – I was a weepy mess when I got off the elevator and this bubbly shoe salesperson was like, “Smile sweetie, you’re surrounded by SHOES!”  I had to crack a smile at how excited the saleslady was.  It seemed as if she was waiting for my arrival all day and the fact that I showed up did not make her day – it made her year.        

I took my time and tried on as many shoes as I could – until I found the perfect pair.  I looked at the happy shoe salesperson and told her that I would purchase the beautiful 6” black patent leather louboutin shoe.  I  happily skipped to the elevator to go back to work – with my latest and greatest purchase. 

Now, 4 years later – I am a proud owner of numerous over the top exquisite shoes, which include Jimmy Choos, Louboutin’s, Chanels, Manolos and Yves Saint Laurent.  I pick out the shoe I’m going to wear before I choose an outfit for the night.  I think of them as an investment and not as a purchase – I glow when people compliment me on my shoes.  Everyone has a passion, men love cars – women love fashion, or so I heard.      
       
I hope to have a daughter in a couple of years,  so that I can read her bedtime stories.  Maybe she will share the same passion – I heard that the apple doesn’t fall from the tree.  I will tell her the tale of Cinderella and be prepared to answer the same question that I asked my mom years ago.  Because – we all know that I will be ready to wear the right show when I meet my prince.  

Style is the way we speak to the world without words.  It distinguishes who we are as individuals and I always believed that it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.  

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February 9, 2010

The Fashion Bloggers Guide to New York’s Fashion Week

I’ve been going to New York Fashion Week shows for six years now, covering New York Fashion Week for two years-mainly on social media networks.  The first couple of times-I was caught up in the hype, paparazzi and of course the fashion.  With all the excitement going on – something always goes wrong.  I want to share my secrets of staying sane and tips to get you thru the lines and into your well deserved seat – before the show starts.   Below I’ve compiled some helpful tips I’ve picked up over the years to help both bloggers new to New York Fashion Week, as well as the pros.

Tip #1) Getting Show Invites Your best bet is to register with IMG for accreditation — provide them with your blog website, mainly your articles relevant to  fashion week (upcoming designers, unique writeups about fashion trends, trunk shows that you have attended, etc).  I suggest you find out when the registration opens, so you can fill out the application asap and early registration fee is $60.00.  Once your application is complete, with all of your info – the PR contracts for the designers will invite you to their shows (based on your site and credentials).

If you’re nervous about applying or don’t feel so established that you may not be approved that’s okay, there’s still hope! I recommend going to Modem Online and using their press contacts page to get the contact/PR information for the designers that are showing and the presentations or shows you’d like to attend – this site has a pretty extensive list of  press information.   Send a customized, professional cover letter requesting an invite and explain what your site does and why you’d like to attend.  Note:  Do not put that you would like to attend because you think it would be a cool experience.  Please have a valid reason.  Don’t forget to include links from your site, other websites or publications you may have provided fashion coverage (provide them some stats about your site, even if it’s just mentioning the demographic or how the site is rapidly growing, etc).  Chances are you’ll at least get a few invites this way — you just have to let the PR reps know that you’re out there in the online fashion community and interested in their brand/designer.

Tip #2) Writing about the Shows/Presentations Now that you’ve got a few shows under your belt and excited to be covering New York Fashion Week, you’ve got to find some time, and a place, to write! Most likely you’ll have some down time in between shows, which is a good time to try to get some write-ups done. Unfortunately, there isn’t a formal press lounge at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Bryant Park, so in the past I’ve had to make do with sitting towards the back of the tents at the few tables that are vacant to take some notes or waiting until I’m exhausted out of my mind and at home around 11pm at night to write until 1 am.  There are better options though, if you don’t live nearby or can run to your hotel in the vicinity.  The best option I can give you is to contact HauteLook.  The website HauteLook.com is sponsoring a lounge in the Bryant Park Hotel from February 11th-18th for bloggers and free wi-fi provided by Sony.  If all else fails – there is always Starbucks!

Tip #3) Make it Known That You’re Covering Fashion Week! If possible, its great to be prompt with your posts to help boost search traffic, but there are other ways of getting the word out there that you’re live at fashion week and posting about what you see.  Last year, I attended the Custo Barcelona show-no sooner did I arrive, that I found out it was overbooked-Fashion bloggers were outraged.  It was a shame to see the people who did not get in, look at the screen in the tents to see the show that they were supposed to attend.  The next day, bloggers who were not let in but who were confirmed to attend wrote about what happened.  This caused the designers PR firm to throw  their hands up in the air and apologize for the overbooking of attendees. 

Twitter friends, make sure to give appropriate tags when you are tweeting about fashion week – #NYFW.   This abbreviation/hastag posts your tweets on New York’s Fashion Week and allows fashion lovers to find your news feeds and follow you for more info.   InsideTheTents.com  provides behind the scenes look at fashion week and designer interviews. Click here to apply for membership. Also, remember those PR contacts you emailed? If you write about the brand/designer they represent, don’t wait for them to find your post — send them a follow-up email with the link to the post – they’ll sure appreciate it, and most likely add you to their press contacts (networking is key in any business relationship and once your name is recognized, you’ll be invited to future events).

Tip#4) Don’t Forget to Take Care of Yourself! Fashion week can be a lot of fun and very exciting, throwing your normal schedule completely out the window.  I find myself in Soho putting together my outfits for the show-instead of going to the gym.  During fashion week my diet consists of  lots of coffee, a bran muffin, and a salad.  You will crash or get sick if you don’t come equipped with proper nutrients ( another mistake I made). Bring lightweight, protein filled snacks that will satisfy your hunger pains — granola bars, power bars, trail mix— not the most sought after options, but when running around, waiting in line to check-in, waiting in line to get into a show, seeing the show, and doing it all again, you will be so thankful to just whip that snack out of your bag.  Also, dress in layers due to temperature changes in the tent.   

Tip #5) Skip the Parties, Not the Shows. It’s  is very enticing to be invited to VIP parties, after-parties for designers, and the countless open bars during fashion week, but if you’re truly covering fashion week for your blog and/or other sites, skip the parties, or reserve them for weekends-only with friends. When I was younger, I thought I was Wonder Woman and can tackle all tasks given to me 24 hours a day.  Now, at the age of 28 – I realized that I need to prioritize my schedule and keeping up with the fashion week schedule, writing, and partying at the same time is not going to happen.  I know a  fashion blogger who made the mistake of going to a party, and skipped the 9 am show the following day.  We didn’t think it was a big deal, but the following season, the PR contact said to her “We gave you a seat last season and you didn’t show up – are you definitely going to show up this year?”  She was caught off guard and embarrassed that someone was actually paying attention to her.  I came to the realization that just like we pay attention to designers, the PR people pay attention to their audience.

 Have a great fashion week, bring plenty of business cards to hand out and smile at all times.   Your attitude and presentation is everything – especially in the fashion world.

Note:  Credit to Julia DiNardo from Fashion Post Daily assisted with blog post.

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February 3, 2010

Watch the Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2010 Show LIVE on your computer

Marc Jacobs has chosen to LIVE STREAM his Armory show this season. This is a big deal for two reasons:

1. The MJ show is considered the creme de la creme of NYFW, a must see for fashionistas. A lot of good writers and editors are left out in favor of A list celebrities (i.e. Perez and Gaga last season). Now we can actually see the show in real time, and not read about it with small dicks drawn onto the images.

2. It makes the whole thing feel less exclusive, no? Which may backfire in turn…. but who cares? We get to see Marc Jacobs in real time.  I know that I love getting ready to go to the tents and see all the designers.  This is an event that I feel is better to see in person, rather than watch in your pajamas at home.

The show will stream live February 15th, 2010 at 8pm EST, and you can “RSVP” by going to www.marcjacobs.com (plus a chance to win 2 tickets to the actual show). But a warning- boot up the comp early, grab a snack, and hunker down; Marc is notorious for his inability to tell time. Past shows have started way late or super early, it’s never on time. So, RSVP and let me know how it works out.  Happy NYFW!

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November 17, 2009

Victorie Focx Trunk Show

Constance Victory Small really knows the way to a fashionistas heart. On Sunday, November 15 – I walked into the White room at the Soho House for Victorie Focx’s Trunk show and fell in love with her first collection – “Bag to the Basics; a Return to Luxury”.  The Victoire Focx Collection had it’s official launch in Milan, Italy on March 2009 during Milan Fashion Week.  Bergdorf Goodman buyers were impressed by the Victorie Focx earlier this week.

My favorite bag  the red Karilaid Karry-All bag. This bag was the largest one in the collection and it’s made out of Nappa leather Python and Lamb Skin. Women always feel the need to carry more than necessary. We like being prepared – don’t laugh because anything can happen living in New York.  The bigger the bag, the higher the demand. Thus, making the Karilaid Karry All bag a stylish woman’s dream.

Most of the other bags consist of  large clutches – such as the Divadel” Clutch.  This clutch was made up of Swarovski crystals with a hand painted cobra and magnet flap.  The entire collection consist of lined signature “Victoire-ian purple” suede.   Women bring what they need when they go out at night.   Most of the clutchs on the market are small and you don’t have any room to fit anything in.   We either A.  end up losing things or B.  don’t bring half of the stuff we need out.   All of the clutchs in Victorie Focx’s collection are larger than average – thank god.

Constance vision of her fashion line occurred during one of her trips to Milan and Florance.  The architectural motifs of Roman and Florentine cathedrals inspired her Bags to Basics accessory line.   In addition to bags, Victorie Focx has colorful vintage wristbands and/or ankle bands that can spice up any outfit.

To sum it up – the Victorie Focx collection is stunning and unique, extremely detailed and chic.

Bags & Kisses,

Danya

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September 14, 2009

The FAB Network

I wanted to get involved behind the scenes during fashion week.  Being a Twitter fanatic, I went under Twitter Search and typed in #fashionweek.  I found a volunteer position working for Boudoir D’huitres  on September 10th, at the Hosfelt Gallery (36th and 10th).  This opportunity was being offered by the FAB network (www.thefabnetwork.com).

Founder of FAB - Jessica Styles
 
FAB stands for fashion, arts and beauty and the founder is Jessica Styles (yes, that is her last name!).  This organization is a professional consulting company that assists with college students/young professionals with career and social opportunities.  I never heard of the FAB network before, so I started to do some research.  The website is user friendly and organized (job postings, volunteer opportunities, internships, etc) are posted on the right hand side, so you can click to any topic that you are interested in.  There is a blog that is entertaining, insightful and fun to read.  The blog talks about anything from fashion to landing your dream job.  The volunteer opportunities are great as well (especially when it comes to getting your foot in the door).

I had the opportunity to meet and work with Jessica.  She is a very talented, ambitious and outgoing.  Jessica used to work for BET/MTV as a National Accounts Coordinator and is now a life coach/founder of FAB.  She believes that everyone should have a mentor and that we need to be involved in networking (on and off the computer).  FAB started about a year and a half ago and it’s growing everyday with new followers.  People are starting to recognize the FAB network thru word of mouth.

Danya and Jessica Styles

Danya and Jessica Styles

Woman in New York look for organizations like FAB because it provides us with the opportunities that you are unable to achieve on your own.  FAB is all about helping you find a career that you are passionate about.  So if you didn’t join yet, then what are you waiting for? It’s free and fun, plus it will benefit you in the long run.  I want to end off by saying, “As we drive along this road called life, occasionally a gal will find herself a little lost.  And when that happens, I guess she has to let go of the coulda, shoulda,woulda, buckle up and just keep going.”

 

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August 28, 2009

NYC Ice Queen – AKA Vogue’s Editor in Chief

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August 27, 2009

Single Largest Shopping Event in NY History

Do you remember that feeling you used to get when it was the night before Christmas and you were so anxious that you couldn’t sleep?  Well, that is the feeling that I have right now…can September 10th hurry up and just get here already?   I’m beyond excited for FNO and I have Ms. Wintour’s and Ms. Von Furstenberg to thank.

Ms. Wintour’s, aka editor in chief for U.S. Vogue, created the idea/event Fashion’s Night Out.  Her idea to save retail came from Paris White Nights, during which museums stay open all night.  Ms. Wintour’s enlisted the help of Diane Von Furstenberg, who chairs the Council of Fashion Designers of America.  Both fashion icons went to Mayer Bloomberg who gave the a-okay but told them that all 5 boroughs had to be included.  Ms. Wintour’s will make a guest appearance at Macy’s in Queens and Ms. Von Furstenberg will be at her store on Washington Street (corner of 14th street).
FNOI have been tweeting with #fno and putting together my itinerary for the day/night.  If you go to fashionnightout.com you can view all the participating stores, they will be open until 11 pm that night and FNO shirts will be sold at most of the large department stores and block parties.  40% of the sales will go to the national September 11th memorial and museum. There are so many hours in a day and I want to do everything!  Ivanka Trump will be at her store on 61st and Madison and Saks will have a red carpet event with designers Donna Karen, Carolina Hererra, Geren Ford present.  Tory Burch will host a block party in the meatpacking with DJ Cassidy and Sienna Miller will be hanging out at Intermix in Soho on Prince St. 

The one event that I will not miss is the DVF party at her flagship store. Tracy Anderson, who is Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow’s personal trainer, will hold a Q&A season on health/fitness.  If you purchase merchandise at the store, you will be entered to win prizes, one being personal training with Tracy Anderson…and what woman wouldn’t want to win that package?
 700 vendors will be participating in this city wide celebration to embrace the appreciation of fashion.

FNO will partake in a clothing drive which will benefit the NYC AIDS fund.  I will be volunteering on Saturday, September 12th..so come say hi!

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