CHANEL Spring-Summer 2018: Paris Fashion Week

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CHANEL Spring-Summer 2018: Paris Fashion Week

CHANEL Paris Fashion Week FW18

With décor composed of a fountain at the center of an elaborate garden, surrounded by a trellis tunnel swathed with climbing roses, ivy and jasmine, Karl Lagerfeld presented the CHANEL Spring-Summer 2018 Haute Couture Collection.

 
CHANEL: PFW FW18

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Models are crowned with floral hairpieces and tulle veils, wearing matching boots in tweed, leather or embroidered tulle with transparent heels. They blossom beneath layers of silk tulle, chiffon and organza—pleated or enriched with botanical embroidery in sequins, beads, stones and strass. Feathers caress shoulders and brush ankles, extending the woven tweed and matte satin. Through this softness, femininity is expressed in a palette of gentle tones of tender pink, coral, frosted lemon, mint, grey and pale taupe that contrast with more intense colors, including black, sparkling silver, fuchsia, deep green and electric blue.

Under the first rays of the Spring sun, the iconic tweed suit appears in pale pink or white. The straight or slightly trapeze-cut jacket is defined with a relaxed collar, a kimono sleeve, a rounded shoulder and a faintly cambered back. Welt pockets tempt hands to slip inside with what Karl Lagerfeld calls “the new attitude,” brimming with strength and character. Beneath the suit, block colored satin contrasts with the softness of woven tweed in shades alternating between powdered hues of pink, green, orange, golden sand and black, shot with neon thread. The suit appears as a trompe-l’œil dress or coat dress, as a long tunic or A-line jacket, accompanied by skirts or French culottes, with embroidered braids highlighting the structure and stitching of the highly-technical jacket construction.

Superimposed lines combine finesse and volume in a cascade of floral embroidery, pleats and ethereal flounces. Strapless mini-dresses embellished entirely in sequins are veiled in tulle embroidered with delicate plumetis flowers; other styles reveal high-necked plastrons sewn with a jeweled braid or appear as long sheath dresses overlaid with lace silk tulle with hints of silver. A cage dress adorned and dimensionalized with curled feathers passes a long dress in duchess satin, which is then interrupted by a skirt resplendent with tulle.

Embroidered wisteria, bouquets of camellias, pansies, anemones, buttercups and carnations blossom everywhere. Poppies are printed on the tulle of a ruffled dress and large flowers in watercolor hues are painted over a long, light and fluid skirt.

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Where to Go in New York During Fashion Week

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Where to Go in New York During Fashion Week

Doing NYFW in Style

Okay, so you’re going to NYFW. Yay! Maybe you were invited, or bought a ticket. But — now that that’s out of the way — maybe the rest has you a bit stumped. (We don’t blame you: there’s a heckuva lot to know.) Now what?

Fortunately, if you want to max out the scene with minimal fuss during New York Fashion Week, you can eat, drink and shop your way through the city with LUXE New York City Guide.

Here are a few hot tips compiled by LUXE’s editorial staff, ‘specially for FWO.

Bars

 
The Polo Bar

Upscale Americana is the name of the game at this NYFW fave and polo-inspired clubhouse, paying tribute to Ralph Lauren’s equestrian, East Coast-chic fashion brand. Expect VIPs rubbing shoulders and nibbling crab cakes, but order the burger.

1 E 55th St, Midtown East, +1 212 207 8562. ralphlauren.com

The Bar Room

Sip with the scene queens at this dapper 76-seat lounge situ’d under a sky-high Victorian atrium in Gotham’s more-than-a-century old Beekman Hotel. With plush, vintage-inspired velvet furny and hand-crafted tails, it’s the perfect perch for people-watching, Insta snapping and pre- or post-prandials. Enter via a separate entrance at 10 West 28th Street, just east of Broadway.

123 Nassau St, Lower Manhattan, +1 212 233 2300. thompsonhotels.com

 

Restaurants

 
Le CouCou

This Gallic all-day diner has effortlessly snagged a top spot in NY’s coveted dining lineup with its impeccable approach to no-fuss French cuisine. Chef Daniel Rose – of Parisian Spring fame – sticks to his seasonal MO in trad renditions of rabbit, lobster and foie gras, all sautéed, stuffed and sauced to perfection, and served up in a chic, Roman and Williams-designed monochrome salon.

138 Lafayette St, SoHo, +1 212 271 4252. lecoucou.com

Cafe Clover

Handsome haunt where the gussied Lululemon crowd nibble on farm-to-nutritionist-to-table fare. Far more sophisty than your average kale n’ quinoa bowl… Cauliflower steak, Kate?

10 Downing St, West Village, +1 212 675 4350. cafeclovernyc.com

Santina

This tropical Renzo Piano-designed glass box lodged under the High Line is another hit for the Carbone/Torrisi team, this time channelling the flaves and ambi of the Italian coast. Colourful Murano glass chandeliers hover over dishes of fritto misto, chickpea crepes, and blue crab spaghetti. It’s beach chic… As long as you don’t look outside.

820 Washington St, Meatpacking District, +1 212 254 3000. santinanyc.com

 

Shops

 
The Apartment by the Line

Float inside this dreamy NYC loft for an array of covetable goodies spanning furny and boudoir objets by local artisans and est. names such as Tenfold New York. Plus The Line’s own collection and minimalist, modish women’s garb. Book ahead by private appointment to be navigated through it all.

76 Greene St, SoHo, +1 917 460 7196. theline.com

What Goes Around Comes Around

It for vintage vixens with more than 100,000 pre-loved pieces. A discerning cache of Chanel, Pucci, Hermès and YSL, plus a strong selection of rock tees, denim duds + army everything. Prepare for retail onslaught. Shopping trips to the Tribeca showroom are by appt only.

351 W Broadway, SoHo, +1 212 343 1225. whatgoesaroundnyc.com

Twisted Lily

The motherlode of boutique and small-batch scents, with nary a mass-market bottle in sight. The bijou selection of scents are sourced from far and wide, and there’s a handy backup line of candles, diffusers, and organic skincare prods too.

360 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, +1 347 529 4681. twistedlily.com

 

Activities

 
Whitney Museum of American Art

Bunker of C.20th works, host of loved/hated Biennial and home to works by heavy hitters like O’Keeffe, Warhol and Pollock. Over 18,000 pieces are housed here, so there’s bound to be something to please even the most discerning eye – you’re sure to hear ‘I don’t know much about art, but I do know what I like’. Sup at onsite Untitled—from the Gramercy Tavern team—plating up seasonal spoils as masterful and thought-provoking as the works upstairs.

99 Gansevoort St, Meatpacking District, +1 212 570 3600. whitney.org

A Context Tour

Got a few hours to kill in-between shows? Get intimate with the Big Apple via one of Context Travel’s excellent, expert-led jaunts. The range of tours spans culture to cocktails; take a MoMA masterclass, have an insider peek of Wall St, or explore the history underpinning smash-hit Hamilton. Small group or bespoke avail; hands down best in town.

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Neue Galerie

Magnificent Beaux Arts UES manse housing cosmetics tycoon Ronald Lauder’s enviable stash of Mitteleuropan art and antiques. Neue’s focus is early C.20th German and Austrian greats incl. Egon Schiele, Oskar Kokoschka, Paul Klee, plus Gustav Klimt’s glittering portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer. There’s an array of decorative objets and bijoux, excellent temporary exhibits and ace lil’ design shop. Bonus points for all the fab art and none of the tourist throngs – arrive early or nab premium tix online beforehand.

Entry is free the first Friday of the month from 6pm to 8pm. Stop by the Viennese-style Café Sabarsky for brekkie or an apfelstrudel.

1048 5th Ave, +1 212 994 9493. Neuegalerie.org

 

Where to stay

 
Ace Hotel

Whether bunk or party loft, the pared back mix n’ match, lo-fi West Coast-cool quotient is always high. Rooms come equipped with turntable and guitar “essentials” for when inspiration strikes; the lobby buzzes with artists and creatives; plus John Dory Oyster Bar, Stumptown Coffee, Breslin resto, and ace retail. Room 414 has a spacious bathroom and charming vintage furniture.

20 W 29th St, Flatiron, +1 212 679 2222. acehotel.com

The Refinery

Once a millinery, now the top hat of the fashion district: think 12 ft ceilings, desks modelled after sewing machines, Frette linens and Le Labo bath prods, and the glam-packed rooftop bar for glittery Empire State Building vistas.

63 W 38th, Midtown West, +1 646 664 0310. refineryhotelnewyork.com

The Beekman

This handsome restored bower was one of the city’s first skyscrapers when it first opened in 1881 and though today it’s dwarfed by its steel n’ granite neighbours, inside is an ode to old-world opulence. Martin Brudnizki’s gorgeous chambers are a restrained mash-up of antique furnishings, bespoke decor and lush Carrara marble ensuites with vibrant lashings of colour. Sample classic NYC fare at Tom Colicchio’s chandeliered Fowler & Wells; hearty Gallic portions at Augustine brasserie, and take decadent sips at the plush lobby-lounger The Bar Room under the show-stopping Victorian atrium.

123 Nassau St, Financial District, +1 212 233 2300. thebeekman.com

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Santillo 1970: Handmade Luxury Goes Back to its Roots

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Santillo 1970: Handmade Luxury Goes Back to its Roots

Santillo 1970’s Radici Project

When it comes to menswear — crafted in a painstaking traditional style — Santillo 1970 stands at the very top. A typical Santillo suit, for example, consists of 50,000 stitches.

Their target customer is a man who is a “lover of elegance, a man of the world, enterprising, charismatic, audacious, curious, and ever on the look-out for new ways to enrich himself culturally.”

Sort of a James Bond type, you might say.

A typical Santillo suit consists of 50,000 stitches

The history of Santillo Tailors began in the wake of the Second World War in Naples, the seat of fine tailoring for men. It began in a basement on Via Bologna where the owners’ maternal grandmother personally sewed her custom-tailored shirts and suits for men.

Nowadays the family-run business in operated by Gennaro, Annaluce, and Saverio Santillo. “Our mission is to create garments with a soul,” they say.

We had the great pleasure of speaking to Gennaro and his Saverio awhile back, where they very passionately spoke about their love for shirtmaking.

Now they’re launching something new yet timeless, the Radici Project (literally “Project Roots” in Italian).

 
Project Roots

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Radici Project is looking to delve even deeper into the history of Santillo’s beloved Calabria, a land conquered by the Byzantines and Greeks, rich in history and culture: and home to many known and unknown crafting techniques.

Calabria is home to many unknown crafting techniques

One of the new collection’s objectives is to revive the antique processing of the Scotch broom or ginestra plant (gorse). The Calabrian ginestra plant will be blended into to the linen and cotton to lend even more softness to the finished effect. These new textiles will even be crafted on ancient, restored weaving machines.

The new textiles will be crafted on ancient weaving machines

These new textile will be of the highest quality raw materials. The choice of ginestra plant came about naturally, as the presence of the plant throughout Santillo’s home territory has very antique and profound roots. It grows mostly near the Mediterranean due to its mild winter climate.

The new project will raise the bar for a tailoring brand where the bar is already quite high.

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Artisan, Limited Edition Knitwear: Interview with Piero Cividini of CIVIDINI

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Artisan, Limited Edition Knitwear: Interview with Piero Cividini of CIVIDINI

Interview with CIVIDINI

CIVIDINI’s story began at the end of the 1980s through a resurgence of authentic craftsmanship traditions that marked the manufacture of quality Italian knitwear since the end of the first world war.

Ignoring all of the technology that was invested on the products of the ’80s, CIVIDINI started offering cashmere knitwear and other precious weaves manufactured on hand-operated knitwear machines, completely overturning the appearance of the product and setting a milestone in the evolution of knitwear. Everyone caught on and followed the trend, and in the subsequent years this became the “new” way to manufacture knitwear also at an industrial level.

Today, CIVIDINI has returned to its roots, developing a collection of a small range of tops crafted on hand looms, the top-of-the-line for cashmere knitwear.

CIVIDINI is developing a cashmere collection crafted on hand looms

The new handmade knitwear collection (“FATTE A MANO”) will be manufactured in small numbers by expert knitters, numbered and delivered with special packaging.

 
Made by Hand: Cividini

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Q:How did you get involved in fashion in general, and knitwear specifically? What was the genesis of your love of fashion, and the company in particular?

I approached the fashion industry very early, still when I was at university. I took a summer job in a knitwear factory in Bergamo and that’s how I got into the world of fashion and knitwear. This is how I had the opportunity to discover how attractive this world is from a creative point of view, discovering how to give a perspective to my previous artistic studies.

Later, along with Miriam, my partner in work and life, we created Studio Cividini and for years we worked as consultants for Italian and international Companies until 1988, when we created and launched the cashmere line with fine yarns under the CIVIDINI name, thus laying the basis for the establishment of our company.

In 1988 we created and launched the cashmere line

Q:At the beginning, what set CIVIDINI apart? What methods that were experimental at the time are now commonplace? How did CIVIDINI pioneer the industry?

After having gathered enough experience in various sectors of the fashion industry, we had the right intuition that CIVIDINI a success: to make cashmere knitwear with a contemporary design, remaining faithful to Italian craftsmanship that we discovered and learned to love and appreciate. We then created a small collection of cashmere knits woven on antique hand looms laying the foundations for the evolution, and I would say, the revolution that CIVIDINI brought to the world of knitwear.

We created a small collection woven on antique hand looms

We changed the perception of what was a traditional product then, and so we took the ribbed edges off, and immediately the sweaters took on a simpler appearance, almost rejecting the technology that characterized the ’80s; no more technological jacquards but only pure design, precious materials, finding new proportions, volumes, and colors, giving life to seamless knitwear.

We changed the perception of what was a traditional product then

Today machines produce seamless sweaters in an industrial way; but at that time, this particular product, besides looking modern and minimal, made the difference, making CIVIDINI the leading brand, and making it world famous and influencing the technological evolution of industrial knitting machines.

Q:Tell us about the “FATTO A MANO” project. How do they differ from the rest of CIVIDINI’s line? Where will they be sold, and what makes them special?

The “Fatto a Mano” project is a return to the origins of CIVIDINI; now that technology is available to everyone, CIVIDINI has decided to recover old looms, revaluating the role of master knit-makers with rare skillful touch that transform the fine yarn at “slow” rhythm into high qualitative content products. We create products born from the highest level of craftsmanship, and respecting the characteristics of CIVIDINI design, while going in complete contrast to the making of industrial knitwear.

This anachronistic project of making limited-edition sweaters — which are numbered and signed by the master artisan — addressed to a more demanding customer who seeks excellence and uniqueness, has met with the appreciation of an international niche clientele.

the limited-edition sweaters are numbered and signed by the master artisan

Q:Why is “slow fashion” or handmade clothing special?

“Slow fashion” and “hand-made clothing” are not “empty words” but, represent a true and real approach to the realization of products. Culture and know-how are the inevitable reaction of intellectual avant-garde to fast production, marketing and continuous supply of products that are overwhelming the market.

Culture is the inevitable reaction to fast production

It is the reaction, through the revaluation of the Detail against the Common, the Local versus the Global, that rediscovers the peculiarities of traditional products and, through modern design and selective communication reaches the niche consumer who is sensitive to the intrinsic qualitative content of the products he decides to purchase.

Q:Where do you see the future of CIVIDINI? What would you like to do next?

The future of Cividini is the natural development of the concepts and principles that have guided us up to now, naturally with the necessary revisions and adjustments needed to remain contemporary, taking strongly into consideration the important transformations that our industry is undergoing.

Q:What would you like to never change?

What we will not change, but we will intensify more, is the attention to quality, selection of raw materials, and craftsmanship. Every other aspect can be modified according to the evolution of global markets and consumer requirements.

Q:Tell us about your upcoming show and collection! What is the theme? How do you prepare for the show?

We are not ready to discuss the runway show yet, as it’s a work in progress and we do not wish to give incomplete information about it.

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Frankie Morello Fall 2018: Milan Fashion Week Men’s

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Frankie Morello Fall 2018: Milan Fashion Week Men’s

Frankie Morello Milan Fashion Week Men’s FW18

For Fall/Winter 2018-2019, the journey of the Frankie Morello man and woman continues under new artistic director Nicholas Poggioli.

The theme for this season is the path of a spiritual evolution that Frankie Morello women and men undertake together, to venture in search of new dimensions and mystical scenarios.

 
Frankie Morello: MFW FW18

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Itʼs a travel that starts from the fanatical and alienating chaos of the modern metropolis, always less people-friendly and even more punctuated by the robotic work of the machines, so much so as to separate the link between values and religiosity, preferring instead the cult of the consumerism.

To get back in touch with the most ancestral side of ourselves itʼs therefore necessary to get away from this reality and begin a journey that leads us to relate with the primordial rhythms of nature, leaving the city and approaching the highest natural skyscraper on the planet: Mount Everest.

Trying to climb and to restrain this “giant” physically and metaphorically, represents the individual path in progress, demonstrating how willpower can push each of us to change and to elect our own limits.

willpower can push each of us to change

In this climb of 8,848 meters, we will run into extreme scenarios, gusts of wind, glacial temperatures, and we will finally find physical and spiritual refreshment only in the majestic and isolated Tibetan temples.

Once we reach the top, we will find ourselves literally between heaven and earth, thus acquiring a different awareness of ourselves and of the reality that surrounds us. Only starting from this moment will we have a renewed vision in order to undertake a new escape.

we will find ourselves literally between heaven and earth

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Fashion Hong Kong Coming to New York and London Fashion Weeks!

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Fashion Hong Kong Coming to New York and London Fashion Weeks!

3 Leading Hong Kong Designer Labels Will Hit the NYFW Runway

Fashion Hong Kong Shines at International Fashion Weeks 2018.

Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Fashion Hong Kong will return to New York Fashion Week next month. Three leading Hong Kong-based designer labels, ANVEGLOSA, HARRISON WONG, and HEAVEN PLEASE+ will unveil their latest collections at the on-schedule group runway show at Industria on 9 February. An after show party will be held on the same day for the designers and industry players to meet and mingle.

Apart from the three runway designer brands, more than ten other exciting Hong Kong fashion labels will be featured at Showroom Seven from 7 – 20 February, showcasing Hong Kong’s fashion creativity to industry elites and style influencers from around the world.

more than ten other Hong Kong fashion labels will be featured at Showroom Seven

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Fashion Hong Kong Debuts at London Fashion Week AW18

Fashion Hong Kong is going to make its debut in the upcoming London Fashion Week AW18 to present four rising Hong Kong-based designer labels, HEAVEN PLEASE+, HOUSE OF V, Maison Vermilion, and METHODOLOGY.

The labels will be featured in the London Fashion Week Designer Showroom at The Store Studios from 16 to 20 February. For an intimate and interactive collection review, Fashion Hong Kong will also host the Fashion Presentation and Cocktail Reception on 16 February. You will find not only the latest AW collections of the four Hong Kong fashion labels but also interesting people, dialogues and delicious refreshment there.

Please stay tuned for more event details!

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Fashion Hong Kong is a series of international promotional events organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) to promote Hong Kong fashion designers and labels in the global fashion arena. Since 2015, Fashion Hong Kong has actively participated in international fashion weeks and renowned trade shows to showcase Hong Kong’s unique and diversified designs. Footprints include New York, London, Copenhagen, Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai.

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House of iKons Returns During London Fashion Week

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House of iKons Returns During London Fashion Week

House of iKons: New Season Ahead

Founded by Savita Kaye under Lady K Production, the House of iKons successfully draws in fantastic crowds since the launch in 2014. Savita Kaye’s ambition is for House of iKons to be a global brand, known for launching emerging designers. Working with global media partners has enabled House of iKons shows to be aired worldwide to millions of viewers.

House of iKons’ latest production during London Fashion Week will take place Saturday, Februarty 17th 2018 at the Millennium Gloucester London Hotel.

In addition to House of iKons DURING London Fashion Week, shows have taken place in Los Angeles, Bangkok Beijing, Dubai and Abu Dhabi and partnered with official Budapest Fashion Week.

Designers have been signed to departments stores, boutiques, wardrobe for music videos and working with major celebrities such as Beyoncé, JLo, Katy Perry, Lady Ga Ga, Paris Hilton, Brtiney Spears, Tyra Banks to name but a few.

House of iKons has been created as a platform to launch emerging designers to the next level. Models and presenters who have taken part with the House of iKons shows here in London, Dubai and Los Angeles have also benefited. Working in TV and film.

As well supporting new emerging fashion creatives, but also supporting emerging music artists giving them a platform to perform and providing exposure via events here in London and abroad.

House of iKons is working with a number of charities and organisations providing internships and work experience in fashion, media, event planning and filming.

Few highlights from what to expect. Mimi Parrel Pimentel; this amazing designer creates and designs directly for The President of Republic of the Philipines and the First Family. This will be their first time in London exhibiting with government officials flying direct from the Philipines to celebrate and support this designer.

Lavender Rose Designs: This is an inspirational story that has touched many hearts already about this young designer. Sharlene an amazing mother and wife. Sharlene is a self taught designer and her 8 year daughter Tayla gave her mother the inspiration to make designs. Tayla enjoys modelling and catwalks as a hobby, but Tayla has SENSORY ISSUES that go hand in hand with her AUTISM, so Sharlene decided to start making Tayla a few cloths. But recently Tayla has run ideas past her mum about colours, shapes, designs and creativity. Tayla, is a beautiful 8 year old child has got so down about making friends, as she can’t understand why she can’t make friends. So Sharlene decided that they both need to do something together. Tayla who is only 8 years old has inspired her mother to create and design, the designs and creativity are from Tayla.

The CEO of House of iKons has quoted “I am honoured and humbled to announce that Lavender Rose Designs by Tayla Mai our youngest designer will honour our catwalk February 2018 DURING #LFW. Taylor Mai at the age of 8 years of age has a gift; she sees beauty, creativity, designs and shapes in everything, something probably you and I may not see. Her condition does not hold her back, but has accelerated beyond words.”
Another young designer brand ‘Designed by Josh’ who will be launching and exhibiting with House of iKons DURING #LFW February 17th.

His very first women’s capsule day to night collection is designed to take the woman from a normal workday in the office to any evening event. His main aim is to bring some glamour back to the boardroom in his designs.

This is no ordinary designer, he is only 12 Years of age. His collection has already begun a storm not just in UK but also in UAE. This young designer will be “one to watch”. With tv interviews planned in UK and USA.

House of iKons have teamed up with Doris Pearson a celebrity singer and song writer. Doris was part of a five group pop sensation called “Five Star” where their albums went platinum four times over in the 80’s and 90’s. Now Doris writes songs for pop artists today, and will be coming on board to choreograph the House of iKons Show.

This season House of iKons is proud to support The Sharan Project, a national registered charity that supports women who have experienced domestic violence, forced marriage, honour abuse and other forms of violence against women and children. They work in partnership with NGO’s, Police forces, the Legal & Private Sector and various government departments in UK and world wide. .

Savita said “Raising awareness that all forms of abuse against women and children must STOP not just here in UK but globally.”

Sponsored by Club Organix, Bryanna Angel Media Makeup Artist, Ideal U, and Kids Acting Showreel.

Amazing designers from around the world will be exhibiting.

Afternoon Show 3.30pm
1. Grand Opening: Adam & Alice London
2. Camillia Couture – Children’s Designer
3. Che Arunjuez
4. Roseanne McNamee
5. Jennifer White
6. Mimi Parrel Pimental
7. Be Unique Be You – Children’s Designer
8. Grand Finale: Iris Rodriguez

Evening Show 6.30pm
1. Grand Opening: HoneeMoon
2. Lavender Rose Designs – Children’s Designer
3. Bowen-Dryden
4. Shenannz
5. JAL Kids Fashion – Children’s Designer
6. Shahenda Hegazy
7. Designed by Josh
8. Jolie
9. Grand Finale: Aandrei David

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Pat McGrath Just Launched The Only Lip Balm You’ll Ever Need

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Pat McGrath Just Launched The Only Lip Balm You’ll Ever Need

The Fairy Godmother of Makeup Releases Her First Ever-Lip Balm

We’re four days into the new year, and Pat McGrath has already fired up the beauty industry with the launch of her first-ever lip balm, a clear indication that she plans to continue to pave the way for innovation in the lip game.

Enter Lip Fetish, a luxuriously lightweight and colorless lip balm that is sure to be the answer to all of our lip woes (and just in time for the brutal winter weather, might I add).

Infused with an anti-oxidant, vitamin-rich, and anti-aging formula, this savior is an absolute must-have to add to your lip care collection. Encapsulated in an iconic white lacquered bullet, Lip Fetish easily glides across your lips, working to protect them from free-radicals while instantly restoring softness and replenishing your pucker with a dewy, lustrous glow.

The Queen of the Lip Game has had this secret weapon stowed away in her beauty arsenal for some time, as she’s used it both on set and on the runway for the last year. But we totally forgive her, being that she’s finally debuted it, and with impeccable timing, as New York Fashion Week is right around the corner.

The Queen of the Lip Game has had this secret weapon stowed away for some time

“I want my fellow Beauty Junkies to be able to get ready for all the upcoming fashion weeks with my covert secret to a killer kiss. It preps, primes and perfects every pout on the go.”

Aside from combatting the undesirable chapped lip, Lip Fetish can also be used as a primer before applying any shade, so dry lips and cracked color are a thing of the past.

LIP FETISH Lip Balm $38 is now available exclusively at: https://www.patmcgrath.com/products/lip-fetish.

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Holiday Gathering Guide

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Holiday Gathering Guide

Holiday Gathering Guide

We all understand that the holidays are stressful … between what to serve your friends at your holiday party to how to smoothly sail through family time without pulling your hair out. Either way, with these tips and tricks you’ll not only impress your guests, but you may just have a great time.

First, the table. I always find a thick, waterproof wrapping paper that is neutral in color, so I can use it to cover tables. Pier 1 always has an amazing selection of ones like this. I find that tablecloths can be ruined, in spite of washing. We all know that one person who manages to always spill wine on everything. This way you can simply throw your table cover away after the party.

tablecloths can be ruined, in spite of washing

Living in New York City, most people don’t have a fireplace or room for a huge tree to provide holiday fragrances. I hate tacky, artificial-smelling candles. Brooklyn Candle Studio has a mossy, musky cedar wood based candle that gives the whole room the scent of balsam with their Christmas Tree Candle. Their Champagne Toast Candle smells of a fruity champagne with hints of black currant and creamy vanilla. It’s the perfect candle for the bathroom, or a door entry to properly greet guests.

I always like to have a couple of drink options on hand, and Swish Beverages has all holiday gatherings covered. Can we just take a second to acknowledge how amazing their Pinot Grigio is? They literally call it “Family Time Is Hard.” At a very affordable price, it tastes so good your snobby aunt will be happy, and will never know it wasn’t her favorite bottle from the vault.

even your snobby aunt will be happy

My personal favorite is their new “Pink Party” sparkling Rosé. This is a fun opportunity to upgrade your champagne to a fruity base. This year try a DIY Rosé bar with lavender, fresh cranberries, pomegranate seeds and juice, grenadine, and you can even add in gin! Rosé is an easy year-round drink that you can really have fun with. Bonus points because these bottles and DIY drinks are so Instagramable.

Rosé is an easy year-round drink

Decorating doesn’t always have to so intensely holiday that you do use it once a year. You can even use many of tips, and hosting strategies, for a New York Fashion Week soirée. Opt for a simple silver color palette like these candle stick holders and pedestals from Cost Plus World Market. Focus the holiday décor on fresh items like pine wreaths, mistletoe, and even by decorating food trays with rosemary.

Spend your time cooking the main dish or desserts, and keep the sides and appetizers very simple. An easy update on the caprese is by sticking a rosemary sprig through the middle; see the full details here.

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Always have a variety of desserts that you can start preparing the week of your party, in all different flavors. Whether your guests like chocolate, hate cranberries, obsess over caramel, or think the smaller cookies means less calories, you should have something for everyone. I always make an Italian rainbow cake once a year that is a family tradition. Not only does my family love reminiscing over old memories, but new friends always leave asking for the recipe.

At the end of the day, the holidays are supposed to bring everyone together no matter what religion or heritage. This holiday hosting guide is a sure way to get you through any gathering, excited to do it all over again next year.

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Last Minute Gifts That Give Back

Ciara Matos
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Last Minute Gifts That Give Back

Gift Guide for Mom

The best way to make a last-minute gift more meaningful is to give something that does good. These items come from brands that have a positive social impact, or who partner with a charity that does.

Parks Projects funds various projects from habitat restoration to wildlife conservation in the national parks. Everything from this cool crewneck to their hats help fund a project.

Love Goodly curates bimonthly subscription boxes to help you discover healthy and cruelty-free beauty products like this lip gloss, toothbrush, face mist, and keychain. With each Love Goodly purchase, you’re giving back to a cause — as if shopping already couldn’t make your heart feel more whole. The gifts literally keep on giving.

Extraordinary Desserts has partnered with fashion and lifestyle blogger Emily Schuman of Cupcakes and Cashmere to create these fashionably delicious cookies for a good cause. The “All of the Above” Cookie is expertly crafted with dark Valrhona chocolate as the base, sweetened with chunks of Valrhona white chocolate, mixed with caramelized cocoa, and topped with French sea salt and a 23 3/4 ct. gold leaf — an incredibly thoughtful gift that is literally too beautiful to eat. 25% of the proceeds goes to Global Fund for Women, an organization that advocates for women’s human rights.

25% of the proceeds goes to Global Fund for Women

Share the gift of sight these year with Warby Parker. The Carraway and Hammond frames are the perfect gift for any guy or girl in your life, and with Warby Parker’s Buy A Pair, Give a Pair initiative, you are giving a pair of glasses to someone in need with each purchase.

Crafted with love and locally sourced natural or recycled materials, Ten Thousand Villages is a brand that is dedicated to improving the lives of makers around the world. The non-profit organization partners with skilled artisans from all throughout the globe to create beautifully hand-crafted accessories and decor like this wine rack and cookie mug along with so many other pieces. Every purchase improves the lives of makers by providing a stable income for them and their families while supporting their craft.

The Love Heals Holiday Candle from Thistle Farms has a warm, woodsy scent and is made with sustainable fibers for a 35 hour burn time. Be the light at the end of the tunnel by supporting women survivors of sex trafficking and prostitution. With each purchase, you are providing safe housing and an opportunity for economic independence for women all over the world.

The Radiance Wild Rose Collection from Neal’s Yard Remedies are the perfect gifts for anyone in your life who loves natural and organic beauty. This company campaigns for various causes and charities such as Breast Cancer Haven, World Land Trust, and DEC East Africa Appeal to support and protect the many lives and beings of our planet.

Spread the flavor of love this year with glittery bottles California Brut Sparkling Wine and Edna Valley Pinot Noir from One Hope Wine. This company partners with many non-profit organizations; when you donate, you are saving the lives of animals, humans, and the environment by supporting various causes. Each non-profit organization is paired with a wine to directly fund and support each company’s initiatives.

Give the gift of glam with this matching VIVA GLAM lipstick and gloss from MAC. Since 1994, the infamous VIVA GLAM red lipstick has helped to raise money and awareness for HIV/AIDS and it still does to this day. With a purchase of any VIVA GLAM product 100% of the proceeds goes towards the MAC AIDS fund.

Last but certainly not least, help a friend stay moisturized this brisk holiday season with the Nourishing Shea Butter Body Collection from L’Occitane. Made with sustainbly-sourced shea butter from Burkina Faso, this set helps to support the women entrepreneurs of Burkina Faso through the L’Occitane Foundation by providing them with literacy programs, financial and technical resources, and by helping them create and develop their small businesses.

There is no better feeling than the gift of giving, and with these last-minute ideas for gifts that give back, you’re spreading love and holiday cheer to people all around the world.

See you at New York Fashion Week!

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