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 accessories, 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.
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Designs by A_Potts
Designs by Hold NYC
Models with TV Host Lauren Ezersky in designs by Sivan
The mystique and fanfare of the ultra exclusive secretive club called Diner en Blanc took over Union Square on last night. The eclectic group of financiers, models, editors, doctors, lawyers, influencers, movers and taste makers all converged together at a secret location revealed only minutes before it was shared to table leaders in charge of their hand-picked attendees. I was one of the lucky ones invited to attend, as a guest of Tinu Naija, our Editor-in-Chief.
As Blanc-ers scurried from all over the NYC area to rush home in order to transform into all white clad, a whimsical and ethereal entities complete with rhinestone masks, Cleopatra headdresses, Angel winged entities, toga clad city dwellers, city cowgirls and masked British fascinaters or “maskernators” like the one worn by my Table Leader, Tinu Naija.
So, exactly what is le Dîner en Blanc? Well, Dîner en Blanc, French for “Dinner in White” is a worldwide event spanning six continents in which members dressed in white have a meal in a temporary dining setup in a public space rain or shine. Diners are required to provide their own food, tables, chairs and tablecloths. The location of the event is kept top secret from the majority of participants until minutes before the event, at which point all attendees generally converge in an iconic urban location.
Founded in 1988 by François Pasquier in Paris, the event has grown exponentially and has popped up in over 90 locations worldwide.
This was my first year attending the famously whispered Blanc party and it did not disappoint. I was mesmerized as I saw hundreds of people emerging from the subway, buses, taxis and Ubers filling in like soldiers. The location this year? The iconic New York City landmark Union Square. Each Table Leader directed their guests like army generals as they orderly took over the plaza and created a makeshift dining room hall. Each leader instructed their guests how they intricately popped up, set up and decorated individual tables all joined into multiple rows of 100+ foot long dining tables. They all fit so perfectly. I didn’t quite understand just how did everyone’s table match? Well my table leader, the beautiful, Tinu Naija, editor-in-chief of Shoeholics Magazine let me in on the secret. One of the requirements is that each Table Leader and their guests purchased the niftiest portable tables that somehow pops up, unroll and all fit together in seconds making rows of endless dining tables dressed with the required table cloth all draped in unison.
In minutes, the plaza at Union Square was transformed into an elegant open-air dining room with each table decorated with flatware, sparkling glasses and crisp linen dinner napkins ironed to perfection. Some tables were minimal and austere and others were over the top vignettes with maximalist flair. Some chose to create bridges, others decorated with high fashion dolls, extreme bouquets of flowers, fairy lights, jeweled centerpieces, several pergolas and even the Eiffel Tower which gave homage to its French roots.
Is it time to dine? Not until 7:00pm. Everyone had two hours to get their area sorted and then you could enjoy drinks and appetizers while groups get situated. As the 7 o’clock hour approached, instead of a dinner bell, the moment was signified by thousands of people lifting their napkins and swirling them in circles above their heads! It was a beautiful scene as thousands of attendees created the picturesque moment whipping their pristinely ironed napkins in the air with a sea of white swirling as the members hooted and cheered in celebration. Photographers, videographers and cell phones captured the ultra stylish moment. Napkins were simultaneously lowered placed on laps while toasts were made over a speaker and everyone began to dine.
As spirits flowed and New Yorkers mixed and mingled creating the biggest happy hour and dinner that was nothing less than an experience. In my seat was a beautiful white bag. It sat erect like a soldier with a simple zipper and “le Dîner en Blanc” stamped on the front. I sat it down, unaware of its contents as I dressed my table with my sleek white vintage CB2 square sushi block and placed my fresh Wholefoods sushi on it and gently unwrapped my twenty year old white porcelain chopsticks and began to dine. What I thought would be a lite sushi dinner turned out to become just an appetizer because the social butterfly, Tinu approached the table and told me to open the large gift bag. At this point I am feeling like Carrie Bradshaw from “Sex and The City”. You know that lost, fashionable character spinning around in her whimsical tutu as she travels through a type of “Alice in Wonderland” / New York City experience? To my surprise, the bag contained the most exquisite 5 star Michelin restaurant quality meal all individually packed and labeled for my enjoyment. Inside was food to feed an army, but not a U.S.army. Matter of fact, the meal was suitable for King Charles and The Royal Family. Can I let my hair down here? I’m talking the finest, flakiest Miso Arctic Char sitting in a bed of Kabocha Squash Purée, Umeboshi Purée, Miuna and Red Watercress. Accompanied by sliced and glazed baguettes, Bagna Cauda Crudite red endives, white carrot, romanesco and daikon salad. Citrus brined chicken on arugula drizzled with French wine salsa verde. The most exquisite charcuterie board, Kelp and sunchoke salad, and a sumac tomato and cucumber Tabbouleh salad. Topped off with a tres leches cake that was beyond decadent. It was the kind of meal that you eat slowly and kiss your fingers as all of the flavors dance on your palate. Now, as a celebrity stylist and fashion editor, Ty-Ron Mayes (yes I’m talking in third person) has dined around the world and I can tell you that this was more than a meal, this was decadence on a plate.
As the sun disappeared behind the skyline of Manhattan, spotlights filled the sky and rapidly moved around as it erratically highlighted and illuminate each guest as the world’s chicest dance party broke out into full swing. Several toasts were made, strangers became friends and humanoids transformed into angels, bunnies and horned white creatures of all sorts. Several men opted for “Phantom of The Opera” masks. There were Victorian masks, some fixed with rhinestones and feathers and a sea of white suits, dresses with trains and white accouterments fluttered and sparkles as bodies undulated and danced the night away to sexy tunes from Tyla, Whitney Houston, Afro Beats and iconic rap artists.
On that note, I continued to venture out from my section to mingled and I discovered so many fun moments provided by several attendees. How do the uber chic throw a block party? Well, they pose in front of a real life Cinderella carriage with a handsome footman taking your photos for prosperity of course. And then there was a fun 360 cam kiosk that swirled around and documented the dancing Dîner en Blancguests in the round. And wait… did I see a mini elevated New York Fashion Week runway set up in the middle of Blanc?!? You know I ended my night strutting back and forth in my Louboutins giving my best “horse walk” on a la Tyra Banks style. And that’s what you call the ultimate “le Dîner en Blanc” experience. See you in Paris!
Be sure to watch the event’s video posted on instagram
Written by Celebrity Stylist Ty-Ron Mayes for Shoeholics.
Celebrity Stylist Ty-Ron Mayes and Tinu Naija at Diner en Blanc
Dell Scott did well to remind us of cheerful, happiness and joy via fashion using the coterie of styles she sent down the runway during NYFW. The vibrant colors, layers and textures in satin, chiffon, tulles were enticing and inviting, even to the most jaded tired eyes. Her take on feminine layered chiffon gowns is a work of art and a beauty to behold, transcending a hint of couture techniques without being overbearing or audacious. The collection varied from sequin jumpsuits, playful short dresses, cocktail dresses to floor length ball gowns of delicate fabrics and styles.
Dell Scott’s growth within just a year, was triumphantly noticeable in her craftsmanship, as evidently seen on the runway in this collection. Her resilience is admirable and inspirational. She’s definitely one to watch.
Each guests were gifted a bottle of chardonnay from her wine collection!
The Confessional Showroom”s NYFW fashion show event had Times Square area in a shock hold! The iconic showroom, a styling firm which caters to the elite selection of celebrity stylist, superstars and public personalities showcased a handful of their client”s SS25 during fashion week. Designers in the first set of showcase on hand were: Pia Bolte, Byakudan, Kat and Clarese, Carol Vaughn Rivera, and Poison. The coterie of styles presented were the perfect harmony of street style and couture, a bit of uptown downtown meshed together. Some of the designs were reminiscent of the bold and vibrant colors of the 80s daring styles, tapping into the Fresh Prince of Bel Air vibe. Regardless of which designers, they all seem to be cohesive and complementary of each other, with colorful, playful, chic, elegant and youthful vibes.
Just when the audience thought they’d overdosed on the “sugar high” of street couture, out comes Tabbe Designs with models stepping off the stage like a scene out of a Cirque Du Soleil or circus act! Models (looking more like actors) sashayed playfully in colorblock balloon like creations. One forgets instantly it’s a fashion show! The models wore what appeared more like a wearable art for stage costume. The designs were versatile enough as fashionable items, dare I say. It’s basically up to the wearer, because fashion is afterall subjective and open to interpretation.
Shortly after the last model departed, the guests were serenaded by opera trained songbird Angelina Stati, to one of the best rendition of a classic I’d ever heard before. Her vocal range had the most jaded music listener in the audience gasping for air, completely in awe of her talent. A thunderous applause could be heard aloud in the vast room upon her last note.
The evening escalated from a fashion show, to a cirque like style presentation, and crescendoed with Ms. Stati literally raising the bar so high that it leaves me wondering what the mastermind behind it all, Johnny Cohen has up his sleeves next. He’s really outdone himself this season.
Watch the presentation and Angelica’s performance video on instagram.
Diana Mahrach’s show presentation of her SS25 at NYFW exude luxury, glamour and elegance with many designs hearkening back to the Golden Days of Hollywood. The presentation also included her charitable charter, the “Fashion For All NYC”, a prodigious event distinguished by giving emerging designers a chance for exposure, now in its 12th edition, uniting diverse talents in one grand celebration. The presentation was held at The 3 West Club, a notable venue in Manhattan known for hosting private weddings, prestigious events, while serving as the heart of the Republican Women’s Community in midtown for over a hundred years. The evening began with an incredible performance of a captivating aria from Carmen by Grammy, Tony and Emmy nominated singer and producer, N’Kenge. Then it was time for the Diana Mahrach show which was nothing less than spectacular! Twenty models walked the runway wearing glamorous, couture gowns with bejeweled and gossamer fabrics. The audience was stunned by the incredible number of gorgeous dresses and glamorous menswear too. The end of the show was met with thunderous applause. Two more designers, Jan Lingerie and Panzal were also showcased to great response. Additionally, Fashion For All NYC included an award show, adding an extra layer of excitement and recognition for Brand Ambassadors outstanding contributions to the fashion world. The shows after party reel can be seen on instagram
One could almost “taste” spring (if it were ever possible) just by watching the models parade down the runway at Cesar Galindo’s SS25 NYFW edition, which took place within the intimate setting at the Cucina 8 1/2 restaurant event space in midtown Manhattan. The vibrant, fun, playful colorblock styling of the models and patterns were vivid and inviting. I almost dread the upcoming dull colors of fall clothing season by the mere presence of the selections presented at his Spring/Summer 25 collection. They were fun, uplifting and cheerful.
Cesar Galindo expertly utilized oversized sequin materials in bold electrifying colors to construct dresses and pants, styles that are sure stand out in any crowd. A definite showstopper for any occasion.
Graphic, exotic patterns crafted in eccentric exaggerated sleeves, accompanied by sleek cut pants in matching print, sharp construction of denim jacket, chic fringed dresses did not disappoint. The collection was cohesive and inclusive of all ages and sizes, as cleverly indicated on the models seen in the show. The collection is definitely one to look out for in the spring season.
The SS25 collection, Castellammare by Michael Fausto, at NYFW could have easily come directly from an Italian theatrical stage costume department. Fausto presented his collection with models roaming freely among the invited esteemed guests, allowing for easy acess, an upclose feel of the fabric and embellishments. Some of the models were clad in 17th to 18th century style exaggerated hip maxi skirt, Roman style army body Armor, sans the sword, complete with blood red duchess satin draped tailed skirt. Definitely a must have for an elegant costume theme party.
The collection was inclusive of all ages with fun, simple cuts of youthful play dresses, voluminous maxi gowns and contemporary old Hollywood glamour Black chiffon dresses for the ladies with discerning Taste.
The iconic landmark Angel Orensanz Foundation in New York City set as the perfect backdrop, with the stained glass and aged arches complementing the intricate ethereal line up of garments Naeem Khan sent down the platform runway. Each model effortlessly embodied grace and poise the creations demanded of them. It’s impossible not to morph into swan like superstar when clad in a Naeem Khan and finished off with a dazzling pair of Christian Louboutin, the official footwear on the runway.
The line up featured his trademark hand beaded and embroidered gowns, flowing long chiffon sleeves, dresses covered entirely in long beaded fringes. The detailed craftsmanship we’ve come to love and expect from the brand.
Naeem Khan gave us a little tease last season, sending out 2 male models wearing embroidered and beaded jackets, actually meant for women. Seeing how well it was received in the reviews, he proceeded with the trend. No longer are men’s fashion limited to the usual conservative “Savile Row” cuts. The trend is far from testing the waters, to now being a full-fledged flamboyant styles. Naeem didn’t miss the mark, officially launching couture men’s wear, perfectly mixed in with selections for the ladies. He tapped into his Indian heritage to draw inspiration, debuting cuts that sets him apart from his peers, in the ranks of America’s elite designers. Male models strutted down the runway wearing reimagined traditional Indian men’s styles, such as the Lungi, Kurta, et.al. Most of the embellished jackets can be worn over tuxedo pants or jeans. If this collection is anything to go by, we can certainly expect a stand alone men’s collection from Naeem Khan in the near future.
Christian Juul Nielsen premiered his Spring/Summer 2025 line for AKNVAS at Hudson Yards in New York City. Titled Nordic Midsummer Camp, the collection evoked the charm and daring spirit of a Nordic summer, merging nostalgia with modern flair. It celebrates youthful exploration and an exuberance that crossed three distinct themes: “Urban Scout”, “Monochromatic Flower Fields”, and “Radiant Dew”. Each segment told a unique tale of midsummer. Highlights included denim and canvas workwear jackets, floral applique-adorned tops, and sparkling sequined embroidered dresses. Aknvas was full of enchanted fresh silhouettes for spring/summer 2025. The collection was full of unexpected, jaw-dropping fusions of architectural elements and structured ruffles, as models strutted down the runway. Aknvas’ unmistakable style was evident from the very first piece that hit the catwalk. Sculpted denim jackets had a utilitarian, futuristic flair juxtaposed against thigh-high micro shorts adorned with ruffled insets. What made the looks more irreverent were the equestrian style boots creating youth-quake synergy. As his muses whisked by with their amplified shoulders crafted from crisp cotton demanded attention as they took center stage. Crop tops, flirty mini-skirts, and floating, undulating designs all captured the hearts of editors, influencers, and fashion personalities, each eagerly documented next season’s new offerings.Much like a delicious multi-course meal, Aknvas served an array of delightful pieces one after another. The menu continued with laser-cut eyelet dresses, cropped shirts, and shorts in pristine summer white, fiery cayenne red and a rainbow of hues set to tantalize our senses. Meanwhile, floral lace ensembles in delicate pistachio and the striking new delphinium blue turned heads. To top it all off, 3D flower motifs, brown vegan leather options, knee-high moto boots, and sparkling sequins further ensured that our summer 2025 will be nothing short of fabulous. Here’s to a splendid summer inspired by the visionary designs of Aknvas’ Christian Juul Nielsen!
Elegance, decadence, poise, chic, youthfulness, feminine, romantic… are all I could think of the moment I set foot in the premises of the SS25 collection of Alice and Olivia NYFW presentation, with none other than the incomparable Stacey Bendet at the helm. Stacey has successfully set herself apart from the pack, with her signature take on feminine, fun, classy and chic styles with each passing season.
The makeshift “hotel soundstage” at the vast space of the Highline Stages premises in New York City was cleverly partitioned into different sections. Each had different themes ranging from romantic boudoir, colorblocked landscape, polka dot set, to a floral bliss garden of tranquility. Effortlessly and cleverly using architecture marred by fashion esthetics. Models were styled accordingly, to coordinate with their assigned sectioned theme.
Featured styles included her signature intricate hand beaded creations, delicate embroidered floral fabrication of free flowing capes, gowns and tea time dresses. Contemporary looks in fun prints, suitable from the office to cocktail time made the cut.
The boudoir scene section hacken back a bit to London regency era without the empire waist. The ambiance set a romantic tone, with carefully placed models dressed in delicate florals.
Dare I say, some of her signature beaded creations could rival any haute couture in Paris! They are as detailed and well executed as any haute couture collection.
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