PFW'16: INSIDERS EXPERIENCE // ONYX BY ONYX TAYLOR x MARYANN'S DAUGHTER!!!!!.........VIEW MORE

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"Yeesssssssss . MADDDD." !!!!! Was all I could say as the pictures + videos poured in from this past season of Philly Fashion Week!! Featuring my very own work, I was humbly invited to collaborate and show my custom hand made head-pieces along side Philadelphia based clothing collection Onyx By Onyx Taylor!... Joining the designer, as he took the PFW stage for the first time!  From the second I said yes, I was ecstatic! Just the night before, I was talking to myself about how busy I've been with new business ventures + how much I missed volunteering, but how it would be all good because next season I'll have more time for sure.

Well don't you know, Lo' & behold as the next morning arrived, so did another great opportunity, manifested in just a matter of hours! Thank . You . Universe! Almost every second thereafter, was trying to figure out designs, if he would like them, and above them all, how will I tame my fashion goes there approach to meet his minimalistic meticulousness? Initially, all of that was running through my mind....

Then there was show day, in which it was everything I practically imagined in the most positive way possible! The vibes and the synergy is what I live for! I truly appreciated being apart of such a precious moment for the both of us! See what Designer
Onyx Taylor has to say for himself about the experience!

More photo's + BONUS interview inside.....

UNCOOL_CHUCK ART EXHIBIT x WE CULTURE ARTIST COMMUNITY PHOTO FINALE!!!!!!.........VIEW MORE

Last week, I had the pleasure of viewing  Philadelphia native Uncool_Chuck, curator and creator, of We Culture in a different light! The modern mogul most notably known for his existing clothing line Righteous Rebel and unforgettable style, closed the old year sharing an intimate & inspiring experience with his fellow artist community that was unforgettable.
My perspective of his artwork as a collective, was a reflective process for myself dealing with heartbreak, anger, and confusion to say the least. I left very much inspired and ready to embark on my own art journey to share with the world! 

In the meantime, CALLING ALL PHILLY ARTISTS, for the 3rd and Final artist community photo!!! 500 PPL to stand on the Art Museum steps in unity is this years goal, so let's come together and make this thing happen!
to view more click the link......

{ PHILLY ARTS } F.G.T. X .MAD. PRESENTS DE`MODE` SUMMER SOIREE!!!!!......VIEW MORE

De'mode' Summer Soiree was curated with a vision in mind as a community fundraiser and we are SUPER hyped & proud to introduce you all to our first summer event ever!
As Fashion Goes There Network & .MAD. moves further toward the betterment of  humanity, we want to make sure we do it with fun & ease! ..And we hope all of you can join us in our effort! Expect a day filled with Art, Music, Fashion & Cool ass Ppl from the Philadelphia and surrounding areas. Open wine bar from 4-7pm with RSVP, Desert tasting, & Lite Bites. 
Come one, come all, bring a Guest & hang loose we can't wait to vibe out with you!! The kick off starts August 16th @ 4PM. You won't wanna miss this!

RSVP for secret location, click the link to view more...

SIP | SHOP | MICO'S JEWERLY BOX!!!!!!!!...........VIEW MORE

Click the link and get a recap of what went on last weekend at my fav pink store in the city! MiCo's Jewelry Box!!! Opening her second store location, MiCo's Fashion Book thrift store just a few weeks ago directly across the street, the boutique owner decided to celebrate her successes with a re-grand opening of the infamous pink boutique's first store located at 5816 Old York Road! Guests sipped, shopped, and enjoyed a series of indoor/outdoor fashion presentations as well as an evening of good music with the talented DJ Ran on the one's and two's!!! To stay updated on the newest arrivals follow @Micosjewelrybox on Instagram! More photos inside!!!

STREET FASHION: ODUNDE STYLE 2014 !!!!!!!!.............VIEW MORE

It's All about      I N D I V I D U A L I T Y!!!

LILLIE DESIGNS "FEATURING YOU" INTERVIEW!!!!!!!!!..........VIEW MORE

A true Gem in the fashion industry!... Last week, I had a wonderful opportunity interviewing the lovely Latasha Hall from Lillie Designs!! We met in an uber cute local boutique in the city called The A List Look, while we sipped Mimosa's and indulged in a full-on recap of the designers journey! I first fell in love with her work a few month's back, when I discovered I had featured her designs during a previous interview {here}. The brand has been featured in countless fashion shows such as Philly Fashion Week and Maryland Fashion week to name a few. As well as have had her garments worn by a number of major local recording artists!!

The execution and construction of all of her pieces are immaculate! Adding to the fact that each design is beyond beautiful and a work of art in itself, the best part of it all is the affordable prices!! You could easily get your hands on a quality item from roughly anywhere between $75.00 and 200 bucks!!! 

Now tell me that ain't sweet!!!! Get inspired and find out more about the designers start, her time at Sean John, and huge accomplishments including publications in Vogue Italia magazine!!!! 

DAY TWO: PHILLY FASHION WEEK RENEE' PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL LAUNCH!!!!!!!!!!!............VIEW MORE

Lately, I have been so busy that It's been hard for me to post my Philly Fashion Week recap in a timely manner so pardon my late posts folks!!

So! Thursday Feb 20th was Day Two!!! I actually volunteered, but was able to capture some really cool flicks of the vibes going on during Renee Philadelphia International's Launch! Besides cool people and cool vibes, lets touch on the fact that Renee International is a three-storie Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Spa, & Photography Studio also specializing in International model management!! Kerry Scott & Kevin Parker of FBH Agency (also the owners & organizers of Philly Fashion Week) are co-owners of the newly acclaimed international organization!! Knowing what they have done with Philly Fashion as a whole, I am confident that Renee International will be highly successful!! Book your next pampering experience in the heart of center city located @ 718 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia Pa.!!....But, in the meantime click the link to view photo's of what went on and what you can expect during your visit!!

DAY ONE: PHILLY FASHION WEEK MEN'S LUXURY RUNWAY EVENT!!!!!!!..........VIEW MORE

Before ultimately indulging my wholehearted efforts into being a backstage volunteer for Philly Fashion Week, I had to make sure I attended this Lux Men's Wear event!!! 

Celebrating 11 Seasons last week, Philly Fashion Week kicked off it's runway experience @ The Ritz Carlton with the 1st of its kind!! I sat in the front row and captured my favorite looks from the men designers and their detailed collections as I am becoming more and more inspired by menswear!! The event consisted of uber fab guest (both men & women) and great music by none other than Philly's own "Hollywood" DJ!!! Check out more photo's of my day one experience at PFW 2014 when you click the link. Be sure to find you or your beau's new favorite designs by Tyren Patrick, American Boy, Ray Vincente & more awaiting inside!!!

*FEATURING YOU* with PHILLY NATIVE RYAN POWELL!!!!!!.............VIEW MORE

 The first time I fell in love with Ryan Powell's work was last fall when he took this photo of me below at the Philly Fashion Week Ready-to-Wear showcase! His style just captures the moment.... any moment... and made me feel like I was the only girl in the world looking back at it! =)

In the eyes of the photographer, he's more than just that but rather a "Time Stopper" & I whole heartedly agree!! I would have to say for me, the eclectic photo artist has an incomparable style as all his photo's deliver a warm feel and makes you feel as if you were there! 

Since we've met, I have been following his work as well as growth and HAD to sit down with him to share his art with the world! See more of Ryan Powell's photographs and get to know the published photographer here, through our exclusive interview below!!!........click the link to view more. 

INDIE-DESIGNER TAKEOVER x TWO!!!!............VIEW MORE

Saturday night while in Old City, I attended the US*US boutique for the Indie Designer 1st Friday mixer!! The event was thrown to support local independent, made in america, fashion designers and was sponsored by HughE Dillon of Philly Chit Chat, Sarragamo, Tito's Handmade Vodka, & DJ Chaisley Lussier!! Some of the featured designers included LELE, Aso Dimisi, Secret Bohemia, Lobo Mau, Katie Yamaguchi, Mariel Rojo, & Lila Ila! 

The event was a hit!! Last fall I went to my first Indie Designer takeover event (pics below) held at the Kembrel Pop-up Shop on Chestnut St.. And it was fun, but this one was wayy more of my type of party! I loved the indoor/outdoor setting along with the free style-spirt atmosphere. And as always, I had a wonderful time meeting some pretty cool peeps! Check them out when you read on.
 
After snapping a few pics, I wanted to double back around the corner to Cultured Couture for their Art-Music first Friday event! By the time I got there the festivities were over :(. I did get a chance though to take a quick flick of my good friend and his uber cute dog Polo!!

See what went down when you read on...!...