Sir Elton John and Oscar are the ‘Perfect Fit’. The 17th Annual Elton John Aids Foundation Oscar Party was a major success. It was held in Hollywood on February 22nd after the Oscars.
The party raised nearly $4 million dollars. Now that’s partying for a cause.
There is nobility in helping others, and the stars came out in numbers to lend support. The act of giving is a virtue.
Three fashion designers were selected for Rollcall yesterday, and two moved on to Showdown. Please see the collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week . The three selected were:
Calvin Klein’s spring 2009 collection was simultaneously reserved and explosive. The neutral color palette and the architectural and origami forms made this an unforgettable collection.
Vivienne Tam produced a soft and feminine spring collection. The details and embellishments were center stage. The ruching, trimming, appliqués and delicate pleating made this collection stand out.
Yeohlee’s spring collection was youthful, light and fresh. It was cohesive in shapes and its neutral color palette. Her Collection was pleasing to the eye.
The two to move on to Showdown are Calvin Klein and Vivienne Tam. Each took two distinct routes this season, one strong and structural, the other soft and romantic. Both collections will be sought after this season.
Calvin Klein, however, won this Showdown. It was Francisco Costa at his best. The workmanship was impeccable; the clean modern lines were done with great precision. Congratulations!
Spring is almost here, and there should be a song in all of our hearts. The winter months have been unkind, and should be treated as an uninvited guest who has out-stayed his welcome.
It is cold outside and the darkness of the winter months has done little to improve one’s mood. The dark colors of the season have only contributed to the feel of the economic crisis.
Spring is here to rescue us from the dreary dark colors of winter. The spring 2009 collections are light, optimistic and unconstrained. The colors are salmon pink, fuchsia, blue and lavender, paired with neutrals, tan, grey, cream or white.
Rollcall has selected the designers who will lead us out of the deep freeze. Each is different, but upholds the values of spring 2009. Please check Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week to view the finalists’ collections. They are:
Ladies, it’s that time of year again. No, not tax season, it’s swimsuit season. Okay the season is not quite here yet, but it is slowly approaching. For some this is welcomed news. For the rest of us it is as exciting as going to the dentist, but it does not have to be that way.
It is a New Year, new attitude. It’s out with the old, ill-fitting suits, negative self-images, and boyfriends that no longer fit nor encourage a healthy self-image. Let’s do away with all the anxiety of getting into a swimsuit and focus more on finding the right fit for our bodies.
Why don’t we use this time to love and appreciate ourselves rather than torture ourselves? We should do the things that improve our self-esteem, which would include a healthy lifestyle. When you feel good, you look good.
Just picture you throwing off those winter jackets and donning a sexy bikini or one piece. The swimsuits for summer 2009 are just what the doctor ordered to rid us of our winter blues. Ralph Lauren’s Blue Label swimsuits come in great colors like red, white, and the yellow is especially hot this summer.
Seize the day. Do not be intimidated by your mirror, stop looking at your ‘rear’ view and look ahead.
If there is a better combination than white diamonds and Oscar gold, these winners are not interested. Kate Winslet and Penelope Cruz sparkled onto victory in brilliant cut Chopard diamond gems at the 81st Annual Academy Awards.
The diamonds were well-behaved Sunday night; they glistened, shined and dazzled the paparazzi and viewers. Winning is sexy, and these beauties were even more radiant in the precious stones.
Diamonds are always about the cut, clarity, color and carat, but at the Academy Awards they are also about the Oscar. Chopard wearers have apparently been on a winning streak for years. I’m not superstitious, but I think I know who next year’s winners may be wearing.
Was the supermodel a genetically engineered wonder or a manufactured creation right off the assembly line? It does not matter where you fall on this issue, the consensus is that she was and is a stunning creature.
We knew all the supermodels by their first names and they were indeed super. The models that arrived after them are just as beautiful, but the public does not know them as well. Sure they are recognizable, but are almost anonymous at the same time. It is the personality factor.
The key to the supermodel’s fame was her personality. Everyone thought they knew her. Magazines were purchased on that premise. The supermodel appeared worldlier, but who wouldn’t when the title before your name begins with the word ‘super’? That gave her authority to be larger than life.
Try putting the word ‘super’ before your title and see how that makes you feel for a moment. You may need the $10,000 a day paycheck to really get into character.
Some say that the supermodel era is over. I say that nothing is ever over in fashion. They will be back just like the Eighties, bell-bottoms and tie-dye, only up-dated. The possibility for resurgence exists as the world emerges from the economic downturn. The models will just have to wait it out.
Yesterday I named the three fashion designers who made the Rollcall list. To recap, the designers are:
Each has their own unique style. Donna Karan reigns supreme with her incredible draping. Michael Kors is a Master of the classic All-American look. Jason Wu, a Prince who makes beautiful gowns fit for a ball. All three are deserving of the first spot, but only one can win.
The analysis to choose the winner was ‘objectively subjective’, fashion will never be totally objective. It’s about personal style and preference.
Often times your reaction to a collection comes from an emotional place. You see it and for a moment your analytical skills are suspended. Sometimes the most simplistic thoughts come to mind, like ‘pretty’. It’s like getting a brain freeze upon seeing something beautiful. Rationality usually returns within moments, but it’s often touch-and-go for a while. The first few looks set the tone.
The Showdown contenders turned out to be the veterans, Donna Karan and Michael Kors. It may not be so easy to remove the well-established designers from the throne. Please view the fall 2009 collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
The winner is:
Donna Karan. The intricacies of her cut, draping and sculpted shapes were that of an artist, that gave her the edge and the win. Congratulations!
Bryant Park will be less crowded and slightly less stylish after today. The glitz and glamour is leaving, but now the hard work begins.
New collections are being conceived, numerous pieces are being requested and orders are being placed. Every time a cash register rings a sales manager gets his wings.
There were plenty of dark colors to go around, and if given the chance, I would vote them off the island. The bright colors sprinkled around reminded of the most vivid colors from the art world. We experienced vibrant colors, like shocking pinks, brilliant blues and luscious lemony yellows.
New York Fashion Week showed the strength and resilience of its designers and this industry. Fashion Week is not just about the craft, it is about commerce. Beautiful pieces are created to be appreciated and sold.
What is that I hear? Fashion Week adding to New York City’s bottom-line and to the walking closet of countless women around the world.
Is this thing on? Okay.
I must issue a call to action to the style mavens who congregated for New York Fashion Week. Your fashion know-how is needed.
Today, Fashion Rollcall’s mission was to select the top three fashion designers from New York Fashion Week who made its Rollcall list. Each exemplifies the American Designer at its finest. From this list, two competitors will move on to Showdown where only one will emerge the winner.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, will be to help select the two who will enter a Showdown. You’ve seen the collections, you’ve praised and recoiled, now it’s time to speak out. Fashion is a democracy after all.
The designers who made Rollcall have a common thread, a major use of accessories and/or color on the runway. The accessories symbolized a strong and confident woman, while the use of color symbolized optimism for the future.
The Showdown winner will be named tomorrow. Please view the fall 2009 collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
The candidates are:
A. Donna Karan
B. Michael Kors
C. Jason Wu
The belt has returned to the runway for fall 2009 and not a moment too soon. That’s exciting news. It may be the most under-rated accessory. Everyone celebrates the ‘It Bag’ and must have shoes, and rightly so, but there is no such adoration for the belt. Why not?
The belt cinches the waist, creates a silhouette, improves your posture and can bring out your inner model. Oh, if you ask nicely, it might pick up your dry cleaning. Okay it doesn’t have super powers, but close.
It often plays a supporting role to the bag and shoes, but it is a star in its own right. The belt is fun to wear and comes in great textures, buckle shapes, widths and colors.
Several of the designers for fall 2009 have incorporated the belt into their shows, but Donna Karan and Marc by Marc Jacobs made the belt a lead. All the belts on the runway were a feast for the eyes.
Donna Karan used small to medium width belts with texture over finer, more luxurious fabrics. While Marc by Marc Jacobs used wide width belts over coats and chunky sweaters. Both shows were a sight to behold.
The next time you place a belt around your waist, take notice of the way you start to look and feel. The belt can transform your outfit and confidence instantly.
So what have we learned today? The belt is not just an accessory, it is a therapist.
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