Western themed fashion seems to be all the rave now, thanks to the recent menswear collection by Pharrell Williams for Louis Vuitton, which debuted a few days ago in Paris. Private Policy just seconded the motion today with the unveiling of their FW 24 collection in NYC. Obviously, most of these collections are planned months in advance. The possibility of two different designers, having like minded concepts in a given season is not uncommon. Arguably two different styles and esthetics, it’s safe to say we’re definitely in the cowboy garb era.

The models strutted down the hay covered barn like runway in stylish tailored western cuts accompanied by bejeweled cowboy hats, western boots and edgy futuristic eyewears with strong AI influence. A very well updated western style that’ll have even the most jaded fashion mavens coveting an ensemble or two from the presentation, which also included edgy street wears, seductive silhouettes in shorts, skirts and bias cut dresses. Some of which are genderless options and for all ages.

A video reel of the runway show can be seen on Facebook and instagram.

Private Policy creative directors: Haoran Li and Siying Qu with Editor Tinu

Zcrave, the fun and eclectic brand, delivered a rather cozy coterie of creations for their SS24 collection yesterday. The usually unconventional show style of the brand did not disappoint with their trademark fulfilled soiree, with celebrity DJ Kevin Aviance pulling double duty opening the show and spinning hits at the turn table! An undeniable fun was had by all… including our editor Tinu, who just happened to turn up wearing the iconic suit also spotted on the models!

The full video of the show can be seen on instagram.

Hila Shtork Zigdon of Zcrave

Kevin Aviance

Celebrity Stylist Ty-Ron Mayes and Kevin Aviance

Kevin Aviance opening the show

Elsa Santi

Top tier stylist and fashion mavens alike need to look no further than Kevan Hall’s SS24 collection for red carpet and entrance making numbers! The critically acclaimed celebrity designer’s show, presentation style yesterday hackened back to the glorious days of haute couture fashion shows, to a time when presentations were intimate and visibly close to the seated clients. To a point where you could literally see the intricate stitching and detailing upclose as the graceful and elegant models walked by. Think Parisienne fashion salons, stately rooms, soft background music, et.al.

Kevan Hall had the full support of other world renowned designers in attendance, such as the Byron Lars and Aaron Potts, and the legendary actor and his beloved brother Vondie Curtis-Hall.

The collection, featuring luxurious brocade, delicate French lace, Dutch satin, free flowing silks and chiffon, was elegant, chic and stupendous! Exceptionally and effortlessly delivered by very graceful and poised fashion swan lake like models, which makes it all the more appealing and alluring. They brought it to life, showed the versatility and fluidity of his creations!

A video of the collection can be seen posted on instagram.

Byron Lars and partner Sheila Gray

Vondie Curtis-Hall

Aaron Potts and Stylist Mykel C. Smith

Literally in every word, as it states… The Rising Stars! Fashion luminaries paid homage to emerging designers and innovators in the fashion and beauty world today. Award winning fashion icon, Patricia Field was the keynote speaker. She offered sound and profound advice to everyone in the room. Other established designers/personalities such as Laquan Smith, Nigel Barker, et.al, were on hand as presenters. It’s not everyday you see established governing body of any field give a fairly big platform to emerging artists or entrepreneurs of any kind. The Fashion Group International, which has been in existence for well over 2 decades, is still shining the much needed bright lights on many unsung/unseen talents in the game! A big congratulations to all the finalists and winners.

The Project Runway alum Malan Breton was a crowd favorite last night at NYFW, hosted by EPN where he presented his FW 23 collection in a financial district hall packed with his nearest and dearest. The medley of selections ranged from romantic ball gowns befitting of a fairytale princess to edgy styles Rockstars could easily glide into at a concert. Models included legendary supermodels Irina Pantaeva to socialites and philanthropists such as Jean Shafiroff and Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin. Such is the influence and power of Malan Breton to tap retired model and close friend of his, Camilla Barungi to walk his show! Shortly after talking his bows and humbly thanking his guests by walking through the aisles, he couldn’t hold back his emotions. Swelled with gratitude and joy, a few tears escaped his eyes backstage. Whew! One and done Malan, you survived it. Bravo! We look forward to seeing his next collection.

In the meantime, watch the current collection in the video footage below.

South Korean fashion darling Son Jung Wan commanded the right attention at her FW 23/24 NYFW show today. Her subtle play with textured and smooth medium in fabrics was brilliant. The collection is bound to satisfy even the most jaded at heart in fashion because there’s just about something for everyone. Every piece of item that walked down her runway could easily match up with various levels wardrobe stable. The collection, which included men and women, looks like an less risky, safely gliding between Avantgarde and conservative effortlessly.

Son’s front row guests included Hollywood royalty Brooke Shield and her daughter who was impeccably dressed for the occasion.

Be sure to preview the runway show video footage below.

CLICK HERE to get your very own hard copy mailed to you worldwide

Happy New Year Shoeholics! It is always our endeavor to try and bring you stories of people that interest, inspire and entertain; those who’s talent, grit and determination has resulted in them becoming achievers in their respective fields.

In this edition we share with you people in glamour and fashion; their stories and their achievements and also offer you some useful tips and tricks:

Matt Sarafa is a Reality TV star and designer who started to make a name for himself really early in life. We caught up with the start of the TV show Project Runway Junior and found out about his unique, edgy fashion sense and his makeup tutorials on YouTube.

We also feature Allison King – someone who has worked alongside the likes of John Hamm and Jamie Foxx. We found out all about what inspires Allison, her fashion sense and of course her Shoeholism as well!

You will also meet Mellissa Carache. She is someone who inspires us with her talent and grit. In love with acting from age 5 she now has her own Facebook web series and several other claims to fame, as you will find out. The story of Alexis Hefley is another that inspires us all because of the beautiful shoes that her company makes as well as the worthy cause that she and her company contribute to: read all about Uwezo Brands – the shoes with style and the woman of substance!

We also caught up with our cover model Patrizia Yanguela– someone who embraced fashion and modeling relatively late in life. Find out all about how she wandered into exotic and fitness modeling; who now has a huge social media following as well.

You’ll get a chance to discover Janet Schoenborn, who is the creative force behind the adorable little baby shoes from the Robeez brand. Not only is Janet a success story that inspires, the shoes she helps create provides practical solutions for little feet and let your little one step out in style.

CLICK HERE to get your very own hard copy mailed to you worldwide!