Couturier Spotlight: Cool Knitters
Winter is not my favorite season so during the winter months I am always trying to find ways to stay warm. I happen to love Hand Knitted accessories–bulky scarves, fingerless hand warmers and slouchy hats. Being and looking cold is not cute therefore staying stylish, colorful and warm is always a plus in my book! ...
Couturier Spotlight: Designs by Alicia P
While at a Woman in Music (WIM) event, I met Chi-town designer Ms. Alicia Piller, whose jewelry immediately stopped me in my tracks. Alicia now calls New York City home and she is emerging as one of the city’s most innovative designers. Her hand made pieces incorporates a mixture of suede, semi precious-stones, as well...
A dedication to Haiti Cherie: Daf•nei
Happy New Year Everyone! I wanted to take the time to recognize that today is the two year anniversary of Haiti’s Devastating Earthquake. As we know the situation in Haiti has not quite changed yet. However, there are people trying to make a difference in Haiti as well as in the lives of the Haitian...
Couturier Spotlight: Towana Phillip owner of To’sha
I want to introduce you to Towana Phillip, accessory and handbag designer and owner of To’sha. Towana & I met 10 years ago downtown Brooklyn and her style stopped me in my tracks. After speaking to her, I discovered that she made everything she was wearing. We exchanged numbers, and have been friends every since. ...
Marc Bernstein NY
In my search to find unique independent designers, I wandered into the “The Market” located in NoLita, NYC. While I was there, I came across an accessory line that was fresh, different, and hot. This jewelry line is designed by Marc Bernstein. The line named after this California native now based in New York City...
Couturier Spotlight: FungWear
Designers like Tracey Reese, Nicole Miller and DVF came to my mind, when I saw the fabulous FungWear collection at the Nolcha Fashion Show, during NY Fashion Week. I was compelled to learn more about the amazing designer Koren Benbow-Fung and her beautiful collection. DV: When did you start Fungwear and what was your...
Couturier Spotlight: Allure Decor Designs
I met Adrienne Hoban at New Jersey Fashion Week Vitamin Water Fashion Show a couple of months ago. After one look at Adrienne’s vintage pieces, I just knew I had to learn more about her and her designs. The mother of two and owner of Allure Décor Designs is a former interior decorator. These Custom...
Guy Feler Collections
I sat down to chat with fellow Haitian Feler J. Dureus, Creative Director of Guy Feler Collections to talk about their Men Tie line, what we can expect from them this coming season and much more. Check out the full interview in “The Vault”. Feler Boutique is located in Dumbo Brooklyn NY, 145 Front Street-...
Alexander McQueen Exhibit: Savage Beauty, ends in six days!!
We are approaching the final six days of the Alexander McQueen Exhibit: Savage Beauty; at the Metropolitan Museum of Art located in the Iris and B Gerald Cantor Exhibition Hall, second floor. This extraordinary exhibit began on May 4, 2011 displaying the career of the late fashion designer. Alexander McQueen fashions has influenced everyone and...
