Philly Fashion Week - Couture Fashion Show

Philly Fashion Week ended with a Couture Fashion that brought the audience to their feet. Designs by Lara wowed us with her Fantasy Collection while Vintage Tuxedo displayed how a well-dressed man is put together. Here is a video collage of photos I took of the collections which also made me really…

Let's Continue »

Philly Fashion Week Black Tie Affair

Philly Fashion Week kicked off Thursday with a Black Tie Gala held at the Cheltenham Mall, where one of the entrances was transformed into a invitation only fashion event. People from all areas of the fashion industry were in the building from designers to boutique owners to magazine publishers. Ev…

Let's Continue »

Abstract Thought Stop, Look, Listen Event

Join Philly's own, Abstract Thought for their Look Party, Friday, February 25th from 7 to 11p.m. for an event that combines good clothes and good music together to create a good time. Listen to local artist Aziz Collins (R&B), Bones HR (HipHop), and The Show (HipHop) while previewing Abstr…

Let's Continue »

Philly Fashion Week!!!!

Since 2007, founders Kevin Parker & Kerry Scott, organized the bi-annual Philly Fashion Week. The purpose of the events is to bring fashion enthusiasts together in one of America's most cultured, artistic, and fashionable cities, Philadelphia. This weeks events are from Thursday, February …

Let's Continue »

"For the Love of Shoes"

Bus Stop Boutique is hosting an Art Opening Reception, Friday, February 25 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. "For The Love of Shoes: A Story of a Girl and Her Shoes" by Aubrie Costello is an exploration into a true love of shoes including a short story about a girl, her heels, and other stories of li…

Let's Continue »

Trench Coat Mafia

If we ever catch a break from Old Man Winter, maybe we can get out of these heavy parkas and into some light and stylish trench coats. Having always been a staple in the world of fashion, every year it seems that designers always finding a way to reinvent the classic coat. One of my favorites that …

Let's Continue »

Express Yourself

If you're looking for clothing that delivers a unique message, look no further than Abstract Thought . Founded by William Nearn Jr. in 2007, this Philadelphia company designs and distributes meaningful t-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts for men and women. Taking inspiration from everyday life, t…

Let's Continue »

Designer Spotlight - Brittany DeShields

Brittany DeShields is a talented, emerging, self-taught seamstress and fashion designer who is known for her ready-to-wear collection of sexy, fitted, and very stylish dresses. Designing started off as a hobby for this Philadelphia native, but after her first fashion show while attending Delaware S…

Let's Continue »

The Good, The Bad, and The Wat?!?!?

Ok so at first I wasn't going to do the whole fashion recap from The Grammy's, but I just can't help myself. (And no I didn't included Gaga because I'm sure everyone has seen enough of her and her egg.) So here we go... Jennifer Hudson looked stunning in this Versace gown, Jewels…

Let's Continue »

Lil' Monsters Go Gaga

The multi-talented entertainer, Lady Gaga, graces the cover of Vogue's March issue with a fabulous spread wearing designers, Hussein Chalayan, Haider Ackermann and of course Alexander McQueen. With a new album entitled Born This Way due out in May and the first single with the same name hitting…

Let's Continue »

Watch The IFB Influence Conference

Watch live streaming video from ifbconference at livestream.com If you couldn't make it to NYC for the IFB Influence Conference like me (sad face) here's the livestream for your enjoyment!

Let's Continue »

Searching Away

Yesterday I went to my local library to get my son his first library card, but I figured I'd find something good to read for myself. When I searched the word "fashion" in the computer, of course all these titles came up, from how to dress professionally to how to sew, but I wasn't…

Let's Continue »

She's Got Legs Event

On Saturday, February 12, join Ivy Glass at Fringe Salon  on 1728 E. Passyunk Ave for their "She's Got Legs" Opening Night Event from 6 to 10 p.m. Shop the latest collection of their cool and cozy upcycled sweater leggings. "Leggings have been boring until now" Glass says , &q…

Let's Continue »

Pick Me, IFB!!!

Hi everyone, this weekend I made a video entry to win tickets to the IFB Evolving Influence Conference in NYC. Each person had to make a video explaining why they want to go and post it on their blog. So here is my entry. It's short, sweet and to the point. I really hope I win!!! Enjoy!!!

Let's Continue »

Black in Fashion - Bethann Hardison

Bethann Hardison began her career in the fashion industry in the 60's, working as a salesgirl in New York's garment district. In the 1970's, this Brooklyn native was strutting her stuff on the runways internationally and even assisted a few designers. Wanting to erase the racial boundar…

Let's Continue »

Put Up Your Dukes

Duke & Winston is a Philadelphia based men’s casual clothing company launched in 2009 by Seun Olubodun and his English bulldog, HRH The Duke. The aim of the brand is to refine the innovative and fashion forward trends that come out of streetwear to produce casual apparel for a more discerning g…

Let's Continue »