Regency of Victor Desouza Collection

September 15, 2023 in General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

Victor Desouza, known for his elegant, stately and voluminous ball gowns, unveiled a medley of wearable art selections at his SS24 collection during New York Fashion Week.

His trademark ball gowns took a backseat for a more innovative, young and trendy creations. Not to forget a few looks well suited for his loyal customers of discerning taste, the collection included sensual skyscraper heels with exaggerated bows, and whimsical fun eyewears and handbags. Sexy and daring cropped booty shorts made their way out as well, a few that could possibly send any customer bold enough to wear them… to do some glute workouts before stepping out!

The collection was cohesively orchestrated, utilizing a well diversed group of models. The fabrication and color palette on tweeds, silks, satins, brings to mind a modern and playful Bridgetonish fashion without all the restrictions.

Video of the show can be seen on instagram

Bedazzled Angels at The Blonds

September 14, 2023 in General Blogs, News, Uncategorized by TINU NAIJA

Who needs to go a stadium filled rock concert when you need to look no further than David and Phillippe’s “The Blonds” New York Fashion Week biannual presentations! The bedazzled, high octave corsets, strong shoulder capes, and intricate bejeweled tops and bell bottoms will have you looking for a Narnia closet door to teleport to a rock concert magic land. And be sure not to forget a good pair of staggering Swarovski encrusted high heels, like those Christian Louboutin numbers, complete with Rapunzel luscious length hair salon blown tress, as seen on The Blonds’ models!

The star studded affair on and off the runway was well attended by luminaries of young Hollywood set and LGBTQ community who showed up full support, such as Danielle Brooks, Amanda Lapore, et.al. Hit TV show Pose alum, Dominique Jackson, now a fashion runway staple, strutted down the fashion highway like an assertive angel.

Video footage of the show can be seen on instagram.

Swans & Goddesses of Frederick Anderson

September 14, 2023 in General Blogs, News, Uncategorized by TINU NAIJA

Just when we thought he couldn’t possibly outdo his resort collection, Frederick Anderson delivered yet another jaw dropping ensemble for SS24 at New York Fashion Week! The sprawling Edith Fabbri mansion on the Upper Eastside in Manhattan served as the perfect back drop to bring the storyline of sensual fabrication and intricate knit works to life! Frederick is fast becoming the undisputed King of knitwear at this point, it flowed effortlessly on the models, a fete not many designers in knits have mastered. His fabrications, which included high grade silks, jerseys, luscious satins, were tailored in sensual cuts that flatters the femine body, a very specific look and technique commonly associated with haute couture.

The swan like goddesses of models, of various ethnicities, featured chic off-white voluminous afro hair to set off the collection in true couture spectacular visuals! Frederick Anderson literally set a new bar in New York Fashion Week presentation!

Click here to watch the video footage of the show.

Editor Tinu dressed in Frederick Anderson

Colorful Coziness at Zcrave

September 12, 2023 in Events, General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

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

Kevan Hall Red Carpet Ready!

September 12, 2023 in Events, General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

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

Men’s Day @ NYFW

September 9, 2023 in Events, General Blogs, News, Uncategorized by TINU NAIJA

The Spring Summer 24 season at New York Fashion Week got off to a strong start with a coterie of designer’s at “New York Mens Day” at Hudson Yards. On view, presentation style, were Terry Singh, A.Potts, Brandon Murphy, Clara Son, Kent Anthony, et.al.

Unisex and strong silhouettes seem to be the general theme, featuring gender fluid futuristic soft play on fabrications by Clara Son, casual chic bejeweled assemble by Kent Anthony, edgy tailored suits for men by Brandon Murphy and feminine cuts in bold gold fabrication and lace structured designs by A.Potts. Terry Singh in particular, has been on the gender bending trend in the fashion space for quite a while, well ahead of his time. Better known for his pleated full length skirts and tailored jackets, suitable for all genders. Aaron and Terry (A.Potts, Terry Singh respectively) spoke about the inspirations behind their collections. Both videos are posted on Facebook and instagram, along with Brandon Murphy, Clara Son, Kent Anthony full fashion presentations.

A.Potts

A.Potts

A.Potts

Terry Singh

Terry Singh

Terry Singh

Clara Son

Clara Son

Kent Anthony

The Rising Stars at FGI

May 9, 2023 in Events, General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

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.

Frederick Anderson FW23 at NYFW

February 16, 2023 in General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

If there’s one thing you can expect from Frederick Anderson during fashion week, it’s one of the best parties in town to close out the show season. Prior to that, he had our jaws dropping as models paraded in his fall/winter 23 collection at regency style hall of Prince George’s ballroom in NYC. Fashion mavens have come to expect nothing but the best from him and he’s never disappointed. His expert and unique take on what is now his trademark knits, romantic but daring cut lace is stupendous! While male models walked the show in knit and oversized coats, any fashion forward gender could definitely wear the versatile styles.

Least we forget about the after party that brought out some of the best fashionistas this fashion week had to offer. Nebula night spot was the place to be in celebration of Frederick Anderson’s 5th year as a fashion label shortly after the runway show. An affair that even had the celebrant dancing on chairs with his models….as he should! It certainly was a night to remember, especially when you’ve got open bar and DJ Young Paris spinning hits that had everyone moving! Preview the runway show and after party in the video below.

Louis Finley & I with Frederick Anderson and his family
Ambassador Magazine Editor-in-Chief and legendary model Musa Jackson
Supermodel Debra Shaw
Celebrity stylist Ty-Ron Mayes
Philanthropist Luisa Diaz and Model Alison McDaniel

The Dynamic Dur Doux

February 13, 2023 in General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

The mother / daughter duo designers proved yet again that keeping it in the family is possible. For the NYFW FW23 collection, the pair delivered another of their signature styles of easy wearables of vibrant and cheerful cuts. Using fabric mediums from gorgettes to jerseys, easy to fold and travel ensembles. Most of the pieces presented could transform from day to night attire, effortlessly. It’s fun, colorful, accessible and versatile. Now, if only I could work with my own mother without arguing for one day…I digress. Kudos to Cynthia and Najla Burt on honing this skill set.

Designers mother/daughter Cynthia and Najla Burt
Najla Burt and Fashion Bomb Daily Claire Sulmers
Editor Tinu and Claire Sulmers

Malan Breton Wooed NYFW

February 12, 2023 in Events, General Blogs, News by TINU NAIJA

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.

Malan Breton, editor Tinu & supermodel Irina Pantaeva
Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff
Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin
Model Camilla Barungi
Editors Tinu and Marcus Blassingame with the models backstage.
Designer Malan Breton takes his bows
Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin