If you are familiar with my blog you will know that last week I blogged about a social media website called SILKSTAQ! I had a really amazing day with them, they are such a blessing to my life, not only did they do a blogger collaboration with me, they also did a designer profile feature on me! So of course I want to share with everyone all that we did that day.  You guys not only get the inside scoop into my fall/winter 16 collection titled "ANKARA" but you also get some behind-the-scenes love too! It's not the full collection but it sets the tone for whats to come, follow me on SILKSTAQ and follow my journey!


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THE COLLECTION

This show overall was one of the most entertaining shows I experienced during fashion week.  It was a compilation of designers that superceeded my expectation.  From the gowns to the coats, cocktail dresses and Avate Garde pieces there was never a dull moment.  One thing that I loved was the variety of models on the runway  it was such a refreshing thing to witness, seeing as how it’s not the norm on most runways.  There was something for every type of girl!


THE BEAUTY BAR

The New York Life beauty look was spring chic, it  embodied all things girly.  The hair was styled in a braided crown that framed the models faces with loose pieces that complimented the all apparent softness of the show.  I was rather impressed by the makeup because it was a neutral look that worked on all of the girls, the same warm tone shades carried a similar message of effortless chic through  out all the skin tones.  New York Life gets the awared for diversity!!!

THE COLLECTION

If I could describe this collection in two words it will have to be, “everyday minimal.”  It was so effortless, from the styling, to the fabric choice, to the color palette, it took me back to a time in  life where things made sense and were simple.  Back when putting on clothes didn’t really have a right or wrong way, a time where cool sneakers and colorful tights were ALWAYS in.  A time where being cool was a lifestyle inherited from your youth #thecoolkids!!

THE BEAUTY BAR

The Ready-to- Fish look as Benny Hancock describes, was based on a clean fresh out of the shower look that still yields a bit of structure which was shown through the contour of the jaw line, filler lines and brow gel were added to strengthen the brows, while the lashes were merged together to finish the eye look.  The lips were achieved with two colors, a nude liner filled in with a pink lipstick. The look is something that was so effortless looking that anyone can re-create it at home!

     Luis Antonio's New York Fashion Week collection was held in the ever buzzing Lincoln Center in the Pavilion. Amongst the crowd of eager fashion goers lined up bloggers, stylists, editors, TV personalities, and A-Lister's alike, all awaiting the collections debut.
     His spring/summer collection is an effortless combination of vibrant colors and bold prints that create a chic and feminine look inspired from nautical colors and motifs. I could tell by the opening look that Luis is a fine artist of "regal luxury",  His collection floated down the runway paired with strappy open-toe heels that wrapped around the ankles ever so delicately.  I adore how he used primary colors to make such a visual impact, linear lines paired well with vertical lines to form perfectly tailored gowns, blouses and skirts.  This collection is the epitome of chic. Luis quotes "I know this is the right moment to share my designs with an international market", and I couldn't agree with you more, BRAVO LUIS, BRAVO!!!

The Man of the Hour: Luis Antonio

      The Stella Nolasco show was the perfect mix of  statuesque beauty combined with an eye for ethereal fabrication, spoon feed to all the fashion enthusiasts in the audience. An established womenswear designer from Puerto Rico, Stella Nolasco's debut at New York fashion week was nothing but BEAUTIFUL. 
       I can only speak from my point of view when I say that Stella Nolasco's debut had me in awe, from the beautiful goddess braids wrapped in a chignon, to the glass like sequin that appeared on gowns and blouses.  I appreciate that the collection varied from cocktail, evening, to trousers and ball gown skirts which caters to a range of ages.  
       Inspired by the saying “To each Saint, one candle…” Stella Nolasco plays with luxe fabrication woven into reflective metallic sequins that at a distance favored shattered glass, to   sheer delicate laces dyed in saturated hues of blues, salmon, grey, and mint.  The Fabrication wasn't upstaged by the garment silhouettes so it was more appreciated!  Luxe Femininity is what I describe the collection to be, this might be Stella's debut at New York fashion week, but she is by far NO ROOKIE!!! 

Their makeup look embodied a youthful effortlessness, the minimal face paired well with the ultra femininity of the garments, this is a definite go-to for next spring #donebutnotoverdone!!!

EVERY YEAR THE WOMEN OF NEW YORK LEAVE THE PAST BEHIND AND LOOK FORWARD TO THE FUTURE........THIS IS KNOWN AS...... FASHION WEEK!!!  (Carrie Bradshaw).

On the first day of Fashion Week my true love yes indeed, I got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee.
On the second day of fashion week my true love yes indeed, I took a Cab to Lincoln center, got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee.
On the third day of fashion week my true love yes indeed I attended Mark and Estel, Luis Antonio, I took a cab to Lincoln Center, got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee.
On the 4th day of fashion week my true love yes indeed I went to Tommy Hilfiger who took me to a 80's Rock concert alongside Anna Wintour, attended Mark and Estel, Luis Antonio, took a cab to Lincoln Center, got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee.
On the 5th day of fashion week my true love yes indeed I went from the runway to real life, did make-up for BruceGlen, got a handful of popcorn, alot of Swaroski crystals, the best gift bag ever, went to Tommy Hilfiger who took me to an 80's rock concert alongside Anna Wintour, attended Mark and Estel, Luis Antonio, took a cab to Lincoln Center, got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee.
On the last day of fashion week my true love yes indeed at J.Mendel I sat in the lap of luxury, went from the runway to real life, did make-up for BruceGlen, got a handful of popcorn, alot of Swarovski Crystals, the best gift bag ever, went to Tommy Hilfiger who took me to an 80's rock concert alongside Anna Wintour, attended Mark and Estel, Luis Antonio, took a cab to Lincoln Center, got my ticket and a Kefir smoothieeeee!!!!!

         The BruceGlen presentation welcomed me with open arms as I exited the elevator, all I needed was one glance of the room and I was immediately taken back to my childhood. With a table covered in sweets and decadence from miniature cupcakes, to twisted lollipops, chocolate waterfalls, cotton candy and a lot of smiling faces.  Even if no clothes showed up to this party I would have been satisfied, but to my surprise down a clear glass staircase came an army of models wrapped in fabric that seemed like it was molded to their bodies.  The looks were a mash up of textures, skins, and layers of fabrication strategically chosen to serve their own purpose.
          BruceGlen's presentation took me on a joy ride through the spirit realm back to earth.  The collection dances in the metallic sun, while drawing its inspiration from the traditional Indian Sari's mixed with the cool streets of New York, giving birth to a new way to add textures and layers to the most chic of wardrobes. And the SHOES, a genius collaboration with Nina Shoes and Swarovski! It was hard trying to pick my favorite look from the presentation, so I'll leave it for you guys to decide, WELCOME TO THE JOYRIDE, Population: EVERYONE!!!!

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