On The Runway

9/30/2016

Emerging Designers, Edgy Styles at Philadephia Fashion Week

I shoot tons of Industry fashion shows each year, on top of that, I also do other things like lookbooks for designers, or product shoots,or new lines, i'm always in the thick of it, and for good reason,..many moons ago, what alot of folks dont know about me , is that I actually studied fashion design in college along with photography. I was submerged in the art of garment construction, and studied the paths of all the great masters, armani, miyaki, laurent, chanel, valentino, de la renta, the nippons, to name a few. So, it was a natural progression for me to take my photography into the fashion realm, but, it still excites me to see true, innovative, artistry, along with a skillful prowess, at the shows I cover. Which is why Philadephia Fashion Week, or "Philly Fashion Week", is in my favorite column of fashion weeks to cover because quite simply, its a real world showcase of some of the regions most edgy, next level, design talent. From Couture to ready to wear, and some of the designers collections actually
blurs the lines between both. Since 2006, Kevin Parker, and Kerry Scott, have consistently put together a production that is on par with any industry fashion week production, either in new york, or los angeles. But, back to the designers. Innovation, and flair was in full abundance at the Friday "Runway I" show, and a few designers collections really caught my eye. In my viewfinder, I can see the technical skill used to create, and I was very impressed with the work of a couple of designers. Designer, Lucreatia Russell, and her "DeCreed Collection", Not alot of traditional shapes here, but a plethora of asymetrical, unconventional cuts, building into some great right above the knee skirts.Craftsmanship is also very evident, with tight uniformed stitching. Not alot of colors in this collection, beige, dark, and semi-shimmery,...fantastic!!!
De Creed Collection
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Pastel, and light fabrics, mean warmer weather, and designer, Onyx Taylor serves it all up

with an amazing eye catching collection.

Again, this designer takes the hand off of the innovation baton,.. and runs with it. With interesting pleats and stitching,
the craftsmanship is obvious.

Onyx, by Onyx Taylor
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Very precise pleating, and banding along the waistline.
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Cape??,...Excellent!!! Solange inspired? Hmmm....

Click the links for more info on these incredible fashion design talents.

As mentioned, part of the excitement for me working these fashion week
is watching , and visually documenting the very real, and talented emerging
designers, and their creations, and the productions, and venues that showcases
them, and at Philly Fashion Week, you are getting the best of both worlds.
...part 2,on the way!!!
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9/21/2016

African Fashion Week Toronto 2016

African Fashion Week Toronto was held from August 18th, to August 21st, 2016 at various locations. the Design Exchange, located in the banking district of Toronto, was the venue for the show held on Saturday, August 20th. I've never covered this fashion week, but with stellar reviews from other industry insiders, I anticipated a very good show,..expectations met.

The venue itself was very artistic, colorful, and expansive. From an organizational standpoint, fashion patrons checking in was a breeze, with a downstairs ticketing area, and then hosts and hostesses escorted you up to the show on the second floor. I was very impressed with professionalism and set up. The showroom and runway also, very impressive, from the decor to the impeccable runway lighting (photographers always get excited over great runway lighting!) I covered the Saturday show, which showcased 15 top regional, and international fashion designers, Elegant, African themed garments ruled the night with each designer presenting their vision and artistic work with models that brought their creations to life. An impressive, well produced and awesome show. Many thanks to P.R.& Media Relations Coordinator, Erika Enyolu, for inviting me, and I hope to cover many shows in the future.

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DESIGNER: OFUURE

DESIGNER: HOUSE OF POPLYN

DESIGNER: HOUSE OF RUTH

DESIGNER: KYLE GERVASY

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5/23/2016

Moore College of Art Senior Fashion Show 2016

The Annual Fashion showcase for graduating seniors of Moore College was held at the Barnes Foundation on the parkway in Philadelphia pa., on Saturday, may 14th 2016. the evening of style and great designs also featured creations from underclassmen as well. Since the foundation's exhibit features works from Picasso, the seniors themed gowns were designed based on his art. Over 30 student designers presented either mini, or full collections. some of the student designers were:

Ivana Urick
Amanda Gayle Plummer
Cassie Covage
Alison Miller
Nicole Renae Cipolloni
Maria Elena Robles

Denise St. John
Shaniyah Pinky Collier
Emily Rose (McCann)
Moira Miller
Ingrid Ching
Anisa Elon (Harrell)
Sophia Scalora
Claudia Geissler
Mariah Lynn Fisher

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5/15/2016

"The Vault" Fashion Show, April 24 2016

The Producers of Philadelphia's preeminent fashion week, Philadelphia Fashion Week, has given the fashion masses an in between season spectacular called "The Vault", which was held on April 24 2016 at Arena 2300, Philadelphia Pa. A condensed version of the main bi-annual fashion event, which
consistently delivers a top notch, well produced, event, they lead the pack. An awesome event.
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Designer: Closet by Christobal

Designer: Harx 4

Designer: Luvlillie Designs

Designer: Jermaine Pratt

5/13/2016

Fashion Week Brooklyn F/W 2016 Ready to Wear Show

Urban, Chic, Avant Garde, Hip, Cool, Amazing, Just some of the accolades affixed to the fall/winter 2016 collections shown at Fashion Week Brooklyn, ready to wear show, held on May 7th, 2016 at the East of Hollywood Studios and entertainment venue, Brooklyn NYC. The Ready to Wear show featured 6 designers that showcased amazing creations. A special thanks to Director Rick Davy, and Fashion Week Brooklyn's Publicist, Amore Leighton Black.
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