Shoeholics magazine: The Aficionados of the Finest Shoes, Lifestyle, Fashion, Arts & More… Yes we’re back!
After few years of hiatus thanks to the lockdown, we’re back in the saddle with our brilliant relaunch issue of Shoeholics Magazine. We’ve decided to dive back into what gives us joy and a sense of community: shoes, fashion, lifestyle, art, glamor, et.al. We may have featured on the hit Television shows Jimmy Fallon and The View, and having all-time greats like Whoopi Goldberg, Sarah Jessica Parker, 50 Cent, Cyndi Lauper featured in Shoeholics — but that doesn’t mean we’re resting on our laurels.

The publication is now available for purchase in PRINT and DIGITAL editions.

On the relaunch cover is Yemi Alade, a Nigerian global superstar, singer and songwriter. The woman known as “Mama Africa’ is a Grammy nominee and has her own very spectacular and unique sense of style. Find out all about the musician activist who has collaborated with the likes of Beyonce, Ziggy Marley and many more in this edition. Featured on the back cover is the iconic fashion editor Marilyn Kirschner: she was the Senior Market Editor for Harper’s Bazaar for 21 years and currently the head honcho at Lookonline. We got in a room with Freddie Leiba and had a long conversation with the 80-year-old stylist legend. He has had the privilege of working with Janet Jackson, Diana Ross, Iman, Gwen Stefani, etc.. He had some fascinating stories to share with us about his journey. You do not want to miss reading his feature.

We also caught up with New York–based commercial photographer Robbie Quinn who does environmental portraits and explores themes including race, immigration, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We found out all about his life, his love for shoes, sense of fashion and the way in which he promotes diversity and inclusion via his work. He’s truly a remarkable gentleman. Get to know Leaf Armm, a 12-year-old artist who transforms shoes and other everyday objects into art you can use, wear and treasure. He counts Jon Bon Jovi, baseball player Cal Ripken, NFL player Jalen Coker, rapper Soulja Boy in his list of celebrities sporting his creative work. Malan Breton is the designer-performer British Vogue referred to as “The most influential designer you’ve never heard of”. Read all about the self-taught designer who has styled celebrities such as, Emma Thompson, Martha Plimpton, Priyanka Chopra, Kylie Minogue, Michael Buble and many more.
Discover the intricate works of Jesse and Tay of “Free Maison”, the young dynamic duo who painstakingly create wearable art fashion items from chainmail – yes the same stuff those knights in shining armor used to wear back in the dim and dark past. Also included is former bodybuilder and creator of the “world’s largest closet” Theresa Roemer. Her massive closet isn’t just about owning beautiful things, but also a way to raise funds for causes like the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

As always, we also throw in some useful information about shoe care and some prosaic, but useful information about dealing with foot pain. Hope you enjoy this issue of the Shoeholics Magazine as much as we enjoyed putting it together for you. Thank you so much for your continued support and dedication to Shoeholics. Cheers!

Purchase the PRINT edition or the DIGITAL edition here.

Shoeholics magazine week long relaunch celebration on Times Square!

Front Cover: Yemi Alade, photographed by Michael Tubes.

Back Cover: Marilyn Kirschner, photographed by Tinu Naija

All hail Cesar! A well-deserved round of applause is in order for Cesar Galindo! His spring summer 26 collection embodied the true definition of summer bliss. Models turned out in sweet smelling (in my head) various creations crafted out of satin, silks, chiffon, lace, et.al in vivid shades of spring summer color schemes. Sharp tailored shorts with matching jackets in textured satin opened the show, the very same set recently seen on award winning television talk show host Tamron Hall. What soon followed transformed the rose filled venue into a Garden of Eden scented atmosphere. Guests got into the act sporting rose adorned floral wreaths on their heads and encouraged to take free standing

Galindo, world renowned for his exquisite use of colors and textures, came in handy for this collection. The collection presented during the New York Fashion Week was fresh, youthful and breathtaking.

Click here to watch the runway show posted on instagram.

One of New York’s most prestigious fashion showrooms has done it again! Having the incomparable, Business magnate, founder and owner Erin Hawker at the helm of the Agentry PR, the curator and organizer of the NY Men’s Day, it was bound to be a success. The showroom showcases about eight brands from their roster of designers to take part in leading the fashion week at the carefully curated NY Men’s Day fall 25 presentation style event. The esteemed designers includes most of the agency’s regulars, such as, A. Potts, Sivan, Sperry, Hold NYC, Peak Lapel, Max Esmall, and Joseph McRae. All of which we’re divided into 2 Segments, featured in the morning and afternoon.

Sivan held on tight to the brand’s trademark dapper, suave, casual to formal ensemble, with sharply tailored suits in various shades of dark hues. The collection took onlookers back to a bygone era when people actually invested time and energy in dressing up, even just to get eggs across the street. Sivan managed to score the iconic TV host, Lauren Ezersky as one of the featured models at the presentation.

Sperry, the original makers of the comfortable casual chic boat shoes, a regular at the presentation, unveiled exotic skin models while still presentation some of their traditional trademark hand crafted footwear collection.

A. Potts delivered powerful bohemian flare in dark prints with only one pop of bright Orange dress on a model. Accompanied by earthy and edgy style, bold statement piece accessories supplied by Bruce Brown, the overall ensemble could easily give “Wakanda” fashion a run for its money. A. Potts fall collection did not disappoint.

New kid on the block, Joseph McRae, arguably one of the most unique designer of the edgiest futuristic cuts we’ve seen in a long time, probably ever! One look at some of his creations and you’re transported to scenes from the movie Dune or Hunger Games! He’s definitely one to watch.

Click here to watch the events video posted on Instagram/Facebook.

Designs by A_Potts

Designs by Hold NYC

Models with TV Host Lauren Ezersky in designs by Sivan

Sperry shoe collection

Models and Editor Tinu in Joseph McRae designs

There’s one place to go when looking for ponchos, cocoon style, free flowing comfort fashion with a futuristic edge! The one name that is synonymous with upcycled “free spirited” bohemian cuts; is none other than Epperson! His long awaited runway show took place yesterday at the landmarked Hotel Edison, on Times Square, produced by his long time friend Nole Marin. The who’s who of black media and beyond showed up in full support. The staging of the show featured prominent black authors’ books displayed as centered piece for some of the models to leisurely lounge and “read” while the show goes on. A profound reminder and an honor to the ongoing black history month celebration in the country. Upon the conclusion of the show, the entire room stood up to give him the well earned standing ovation! Bravo Epperson!

Video of the show can be seen on Facebook and Instagram.

Mr. Epperson