Saturday, September 8, 2012

New York Fashion Week - September 5th & September 6th

Below are my favorite outfits from September 5th and September 6th at New York Fashion Week!
 
 
 Joseph Abboud
Joseph Abboud

 BCBGMAXAZRIA
Kaelen

 Arise Magazine: African Icons
Arise Magazine: African Icons

Arise Magazine: African Icons
Arise Magazine: African Icons 
 
Pictures from mbfashionweek.com and elle.com .


Rustie J

It's New York Fashion Week!!

It's that time of the year when the white tents go up and anyone who is anyone flocks to New York for Fashion Week. I only wish I was there...one day! Since I am not there I will live though updates and photos posted by the top fashion resources and pass them on to you! I will let you know my favorite styles from each show, share pictures from the parties, pictures from backstage, and streetwear. Here is to a fabulous Spring 2013!

Here is this years schedule:

September 05

  • 5 PM
    JOSEPH ABBOUD at NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, CELESTE BARTOS FORUM
  • 6:00 PM
    9TH ANNUAL STYLE AWARDS at STAGE

September 06

September 07

September 08

September 09

September 10

September 11

September 12

September 13


Rustie J


Kim Dawson Model Search 2012


NorthPark Center hosted the 16th Annual Kim Dawson Model Search, which is one of the most successful model searches in the country.
We look fabulous!!

I was honored when one of my friends asked me to style and educate her son on the ins and out of modeling. To dress Connor we went straight to Express because since he is tall and skinny I knew only Express would have clothes that fit him correctly.

So you can get the perfect model casting outfit I will detail out his outfit. It is important that your outfit is not to outlandish but shows your style but does not take the focus away from the most important part...you! Also make sure the clothes fit you, if they are too big or too tight you will just look sloppy.

Top: Express 1MX Extra Slim Fit Stretch Cotton Shirt in White (roll sleeves up and un-button top two buttons).
Jeans: Express Rocco Slim Fit Skinny Leg Jean in Dusty Blue (the darker the wash the better! don't do light washes they only make you look bigger).
Belt: Express 2-In-1 Reversible Belt in Pitch Black (make sure it doesn't distract but completes the outfit).
Shoes: Aldo Casarella Sneakers in Black (make sure they don't distract but completes the outfit).

The semi finalist will be announced on September 17th in wffa.com and Kim Dawson's Facebook page. I am very proud of Connor and I hope he is selected as a semi finalist.

About Kim Dawson Agency:

For over fifty years, the Kim Dawson Agency has been the premiere agency in the Southwest. It is a full service agency representing women, men and children for print, fashion shows, feature films and televison.

Founded in 1959, the Kim Dawson Agency is one of the oldest and most prestigious agencies in the country. In the mid-1950s Kim Dawson returned to her native Texas after modeling for the top designers in Paris and New York. While establishing herself as one of Dallas' top models she saw an opportunity to be a pioneer in Dallas' emerging fashion industry by opening the city's first modeling agency. When Dawson was named the Fashion Director of the Dallas Apparel Mart in 1964, her namesake agency became the center of what was to evolve into one of the country's major fashion markets.

International modeling stars such as Bridget Hall, Erin Wasson, Chandra North and Ali Michael all got their starts with the Kim Dawson Agency. Actors Angie Harmon (Law and Order), Chace Crawford (Gossip Girl) Jensen Ackles (Supernatural), began their careers here as well. And many of today's most recognizable teen stars -- Selena Gomez (Wizards of Waverly Place), Demi Lovato (Sonny With a Chance), Debby Ryan (The Suite Life on Deck) and Thomas Mann (It's Kind Of a Funny Story) -- were discovered while working with the Kim Dawson Agency.

Thanks to the consistent quality of models and actors, the Kim Dawson Agency has become a destination for agency scouts from around the world. Working with the top agencies in New York, Los Angeles, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa we not only launch a career, we manage it internationally. Renown for having some of the most experienced and knowledgeable bookers and agents in the industry, the Kim Dawson Agency turns new faces into stars.

Rustie J

Fashion's Night Out - NorthPark Center

 
 
Fashion's Night Out at NorthPark Center was defiantly the place to be in Dallas as the mall was packed with FNO guests and random people that picked a good night to go shopping. The people watching was a sight to see from the people dressed to the nines to the people you wonder why they left their house. Everyone added their own special styling touches and it gave my a lot of inspiration. 

The biggest draw was the three fashion shows that NorthPark put on. The first fashion show showcased Nordstrom, bebe, Diesel and H&M. The second fashion show was dedicated to Neiman Marcus and featured Ken Downing's top 4 trends: Fifty Shades of Green, Borrowed From the Boys, Navy as the New Neutral, and Digital Prints. The last fashion show showcased Ted Baker London, Macy's, Pinto Ranch Fine Western Wear, Gap and Dillard's. There were swag bags at the fashion shows which is always a nice perk.

The next largest draw was Neiman Marcus and the place was packed wall to wall on all three floors. Neiman Marcus had many different events going on including: a screening of The September Issue, Jay Strongwater personal appearance, Manolo Blahnik Trunk Show, Lagos Trunk Show, meeting FENDI designer Anthony Luciano, celebrate 75 years of Ray-Ban, cigar rolling, photo booth, henna tattoo, fortune teller's, DJ's spinning, and lots of snacks and bubbly.

Also on display was Roberto Cavalli Red Carpet Retrospective which displayed 16 red carpet gowns worn by celebrities over the past 12 years. My favorite dress where worn by Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham and Christina Aguilera.

Most of the retailers at NorthPark Center where participating in some form. Some had DJ's spinning, had bubbly to slip on, bits to snack on, gift with purchases, and special discounts for the night. My favorite part were retailers that changes their displays to promote Fashion's Night Out.

Fashion's Night Out (September 6th) at NorthPark Center was an overall good time. I had a fabulous time catching up with Shea, one of my best friends from college, and taking in all the fashion inspiration at the fashion show and through out the mall. Oh, I also learned that I have zero skills when it come to photography as I can take a better picture with my iPhone then my camera.

The only complaint I have over the whole night had to deal with the semi-poor organization around the fashion shows. After the first fashion show was over they made us all get back in line, which would have been fine, however they switched where the line started and didn't tell any of us that where patiently waiting that they moved the line. Then they removed the ropes and it was like a mob of people running to get a seat. I hope next year they come up with a better process.

For all those wondering which outfit I selected to wear at Fashion's Night Out the winner was...


Top: Loft
Jeans: Loft
Necklace: Forever 21
A fabulous hat from H&M...if only it wasn't $40!






















Till next years Fashion Night Out and in hopes that I will be NYC!!


Rustie J

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Ahh, So True!!


What to Wear at Fashion's Night Out?

Tomorrow is Fashion's Night Out!!! I am so excited and I bet you are as well. One important factor to a successful Fashion's Night Out is having a fabulous outfit to wear. So I have been thinking about this for days and the final contenders are listed below. You will have to check back this weekend to find out which outfit I wore.

 
Jeans: Express
Shoes: Guess
Top: Loft
Necklace: jcpenney
Bracelet: forever 21

 
Dress: jcpenney
Shoes: Aldo
Necklace: forever 21
Bracelet: forever 21

 
Jeans: Loft
Shoes: jcpenney
Top: Loft
Necklace: forever 21
Bracelet: forever 21

Be fabulous!

Rustie J

Nicole Miller Spike Flats - TREND ALERT!

A trend in women's shoes that is coming on strong this fall season is spike and studded flats, boots, wedges, and heels. The embellishments can range from all over to on the toe cap to designed placements.

This look also you to be edgy and classy at the same time, well for the most part depending on the style you find.

Christian Louboutin, a girl can dream right, has multiple looks this fall season that go after the spike trend. For shoes that are more in our everyday price range, Steven Madden has done an entire collection around this look for the fall season.

jcpenney has this trend offered in a handful of their brands this season as well. The pair of flats that I purchased are from the n by Nicole Miller line.

Louie Spike-Embellished Ballet Flats have a faux-suede toe cap with acrylic spikes, bow detail, and cushioned insole. The spikes give a edgy look on a classic ballet flat silhouette that is unexpected. They come in Black with Black toe cap and Natural with Black toe cape. You will feel like a tough-women while wearing these shoes. Retail $30.


Happy Shopping!

Rustie J