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  Alberto Luzzi Jewelry Celebration Cake  Italian jewelry designer Alberto Luzzi held a celebration of the first year of the flagship SoHo store located at 102 Thompson Street in New York City with over 200 well-wishers coming to the share the celebration. Alberto Luzzi and business partner Nic Canal welcomed guests for an evening of champagne, caviar, a viewing of the designer’s fine-jewelry collection and one-of-a-kind creations. Guests celebrated the success of the business and also enjoyed a slice of anniversary cake.   Lisa Blanco Nic Canal And Alberto Luzzi Carmen D'Alessio Luzzi has spent more than two decades in jewelry design, creating pieces characterized by sculptural forms, texture, movement and color. Our collections run from sterling silver and gold Vermeil to fine jewelry in 14K and 18K gold with diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and aquamarines, including engagement rings and custom-made pieces.   About Alberto Luzzi:    Alberto Luzzi is a fine ...

  Rishabh Manocha The runways have been packed away, the fashion crowd has moved on and another New York Fashion Week is in the books. But one of the season’s most enduring style stories is only beginning: tailoring is having a moment. Across contemporary menswear, designers are once again experimenting with the fundamentals of the tailored wardrobe; jackets, trousers, shirts and ties, playing with proportion, construction and the balance between formality and ease. At the same time, a growing appreciation for craftsmanship, personalization and clothes designed to last is placing renewed attention on the people who know how to cut, construct and fit a garment properly. For New York City-based menswear designer and bespoke tailor Rishabh Manocha, founder of Manocha Bespoke, that renewed interest is less a trend than recognition of something he has long believed: Great tailoring begins with the individual. Manocha brings together the traditions of Savile Row and the energy of contemp...

  Dustin Lujan With Victor de Souza At the Arlo Midtown in New York City, VICTOR dE SOUZA unveiled his Spring/Summer 2027 collection as a collision of eras: Victorian and Edwardian romance, Tartarian-inspired grandeur, and the restless visual language of contemporary New York. Rather than looking backward with nostalgia, the collection used the past as a foundation for imagining what fashion and society could become next. The runway featured a cast including Nicole Ari Parker, Veronica Webb, Tracy Norman, and Maya Valasquez, whose presence reinforced one of the collection’s central ideas: individuality has no expiration date. Each model embodied a distinct character, helping turn the presentation into something closer to a procession of personalities than a conventional fashion show. Notable attendees at the presentation included Jean Shafiroff, Michael Musto, Lion Babe, Lucas Goodman, Jillian Hervey, Laurel Marcus, Joy McElveen, Colleen Darnell, Ava Raiin, and Dustin Lujan bringin...

  Justin Haynes Ana Gia Mexico hiTechMODA Productions returned to New York Fashion Week for season 16, comprising two days of runway fashion, international designers and emerging talent at the Edison Ballroom, in the heart of Times Square, New York City. Led by founder and executive producer Pamela Privette, hiTechMODA has built its reputation on creating a high-profile runway where established names share the spotlight with emerging and independent designers. The 2026 New York Fashion Week production continues that mission, bringing together designers and runway talent from around the world for a packed schedule of nine fashion presentations over two days.   Stacey Mitchell Designs The lineup included Marc Defang showcasing on 10 runways, BEYOU BY SUSHMITA, Glamour Girl Boutique, Stacey Mitchell Designs, Mitch Desunia and Anagiamx, Kat Couture, Enhle Babes Couture, RasaNari, House of STL, Madame VIP, Shrijilmist and Paaie, Alonso Maximo Couture and Special Guest CFDA Designer...

   hiTechMODA In Japan hiTechMODA, the award-winning fashion show production company known for redefining the runway through diversity, sustainability, technology and innovation, presented its latest international fashion production at the Hilton Tokyo Bay in Tokyo, Japan. Following recent showcases in New York, Paris, Milan and Cannes, hiTechMODA’s Tokyo production continued the company’s mission to create a global platform where established designers, emerging talent, cultural creators and underrepresented voices can meet on a professionally produced runway. The Tokyo event brought together international collections, Indigenous and Native American design perspectives, cultural performance and fashion storytelling for an evening designed to celebrate style without borders. The event began with a designer exhibition and networking experience, giving guests the opportunity to meet participating designers, browse select vendor displays and connect with creative talent before the...

    House of Zora hiTechMODA brought its global runway platform to the French Riviera with a fashion presentation in Cannes, France, staged during one of the world’s most watched cultural moments for film, fashion and international style. The presentation took place at the historic Carlton Cannes, a Belle Époque landmark on the Croisette long associated with cinema, glamour and red carpet history. Against that backdrop, hiTechMODA presented an international designer lineup featuring Divine Silk, House of Zora, Marc Defang, House of Anastasia and Zaggaro, placing emerging and established creative voices in a setting defined by Mediterranean elegance and global visibility. The Cannes event was positioned by hiTechMODA as part of its expanding international season, following the brand’s ongoing work to connect designers, models and creatives with major fashion audiences across the world.   The evening blended runway presentation, luxury hospitality and Riviera atmospher...

  Dustin Lujan With Victor de Souza & Niles Ramadhin Fashion designer Victor dE Souza and co‑founder, beauty veteran Dustin Lujan welcomed VIP guests and industry colleagues to Emanuel New York on Friday, May 1st, 2026 for an intimate celebration marking the first anniversary of the Midtown boutique, located at 329 West 39th Street. The evening honored Emanuel New York’s first year as a destination for luxury fragrance, skincare, clothing and accessories.   The celebration brought together friends, supporters and members of the fashion and fragrance communities for a warm and festive evening that featured a celebratory cake, brief remarks and a special presentation recognizing the boutique’s first year of success. As part of the evening, a citation from New York State Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright was presented to Emanuel, acknowledging the milestone and the boutique’s contribution to New York’s creative and retail landscape. For Victor dE Souza, whose work is defin...

Marina Cocher   Marina St Barth, the luxury resort wear brand founded by Marina Cocher, will mark its 20th year in business with a celebration later this month at the brand’s Palm Beach location on Worth Avenue.  The event will highlight Marina’s two-decade journey building a globally curated brand known for island elegance, casual glamour and bohemian chic. The brand is recognized for hand selected fashion and accessories designed for a life in the sun, on the water and on the move.   Marina’s story is woven into the brand’s identity. In 2004, she survived the deadliest tsunami in history while vacationing in the Maldives, a catastrophic disaster that claimed over 230,000 lives. That harrowing experience became a profound turning point, inspiring her to embrace her passion fully and bring her dream boutique to life. The palm tree in the Marina St Barth logo is a symbol tied to that moment and the resilience that followed. Today, Marina St Barth has expanded from its...

  Matt Dillon With Diana Mahrach & Prince Mario Max Fashion designer Diana Mahrach presented her latest runway collection during New York Fashion Week, unveiling a bold new chapter during the 30th anniversary year of Diana Mahrach where Old Hollywood glamour meets contemporary style. The new collection is inspired by iconic Hollywood hair and makeup, reimagined through vintage, old world silhouettes. Expect couture statements including paillettes, dramatic puff sleeves, and a rich palette built around black, blush pink, golden hues, and subtle pewter accents. The runway presentation also introduced a menswear line rooted in classic Hollywood style and updated with modern, trend forward twists. The result is a cinematic point of view that blends the glamour of Arabian opulence, the refinement of French elegance, and the unmistakable edge of Manhattan. Rich fabrics, intricate hand embroidery, and opulent detailing reflected Diana Mahrach’s signature devotion to artistry, while sl...

  Mark Bouwer With Haley Kalil For Fall 2026, Marc Bouwer presented his collection as an original six-episode vertical micro-drama, “Some Like It Haute,” at The Eighth, Chelsea’s newest cocktail bar. Directed by Amber Gray, the collection unfolded episodically — created specifically for the 9:16 screen. Vertical drama has emerged as one of the most powerful engagement formats in global entertainment. The mobile-first model is built for velocity, cliffhangers, and repeat viewing. Innovation has long defined Bouwer’s trajectory. In 2009, he was the first designer to place a virtual show on the New York Fashion Week calendar. With Fall 2026, he once again adopted a format aligned with how audiences consume content now. Attendees included Haley Kalil, Gina Gershon, Yolanda Adams, Denise Bidot, Consuelo Vanderbilt-Costin, Instagram personality Tika The Iggy, Dania Ramirez, and Marc Bouwer’s Fall 2026 cast of models. Photo Courtesy Of Lawlor Media Group / Tom Concordia  

  hiTechMODA @ American Cathedral  hiTechMODA, the internationally recognized fashion production company known for blending innovation and artistry, returned to Paris Fashion Week today with a spectacular showcase inside the historic American Cathedral. Against the soaring Gothic arches and stained-glass windows of the landmark venue, designers from across the globe unveiled collections that embodied creativity, sustainability, and the future of independent fashion. The event featured a diverse lineup of established names and rising stars across two sessions. At 2:00pm, Nita Belle’s Closet, Elena Collection, Kat Couture, Alyssa Casa Designs, Mitch Desunia, and Wonderland presented collections defined by bold silhouettes, inventive textiles, and distinctive narratives. The 4:30pm program brought international attention to Wanda Beauchamp, Grace Steadfast, Willow Bean Studio, Charjean Couture, SCI PH, and PAAIE, highlighting luxury craftsmanship, cultural storytelling, and avant...

  Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin Entrepreneur, recording artist, and philanthropist Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin will deliver a special presentation at “Unlock the Playbook of the World’s Leading Brands”, an exclusive business and investment forum hosted by Star Legend XP at Fordham University’s Lincoln Center on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, from 4:00pm – 8:00pm ET, followed by a networking reception. Held at the Lowenstein E. Gerald Corrigan Conference Center, this one-day event convenes top minds in finance, branding, and innovation to explore strategies driving the world’s most influential companies and family offices. Vanderbilt Costin’s keynote presentation, titled “When Timeless Legacy Meets Innovation and Global Philanthropy,” will examine how purpose-driven leadership and visionary creativity intersect to build enduring global brands. Through her multifaceted career spanning music, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy, Costin continues to redefine what it means to balance legacy and...

  hiTechMODA hiTechMODA, the award-winning fashion production company known for fusing emerging talent with established names, returned to New York Fashion Week with Season 14, a two-day showcase of international designers, pageantry, and couture collections. The event took place at the Edison Ballroom in the heart of Times Square, New York City. Season 14 underscores hiTechMODA’s mission of providing a world-class platform for designers at all stages of their careers. The weekend lineup will highlight innovative couture, pageant wear, evening gowns, and ready-to-wear collections from a roster of designers representing multiple countries and cultures. Designers included: Nita Belle’s Closet, Marc Defang (Pageants and Young Adults), ASHLEY Lauren, Luxe by Rian Fernandez, Danny Booc, Marjorie Kobayashi, Melanie Caballero Couture, Paaie, Kat Couture, Marjorie Renner, Arish Lam, SCI PH, Rasi Nari, Rian Fernandez, Zalina Couture by Ronaldo Arnaldo, Alonso Maximo, The Miss Bikini United ...

  Consuelo Vanderbilt With Romero Britto & Ximena Kavelakas Billboard Recording Artist, Entrepreneur Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin and designer Ximena Kavalekas held an exclusive reception in Palm Beach to debut the recently launched line of classic, elegant and contemporary clutches to the fashionable set at fashion boutique, Marina St. Barth.  Guests had the opportunity to see the clutch collection premiere in Palm Beach while sipping on Biatch Tequila. Those who engaged in the shopping spirit also helped local charity, the Center for Family Services Palm Beach County whose works are as well-known as their fundraising event, the old Bags Luncheon. Gift bags supplied by the team at Rowe Plastic Surgery added the final touch to an elegant afternoon.  The new collection of clutches, designed by Kavalekas and Vanderbilt Costin and made in Italy, come in three colors: black, royal blue, and nude.  The structured clutches have an adjustable, interchangeable strap and a ...

  Malan Breton Malan Breton presented his AW 2025-2026 collection, based on the themes of mystery and Eastern mythology during London Fashion Week at the Royal Horseguards.  As the world steps into the Year of the Snake, Malan Breton’s Fall 2025–2026 Collection slithers onto the London Fashion Week stage, weaving together the mysticism of Eastern mythology, the opulence of Victorian couture, and the ethereal fluidity of Asian silks. A hypnotic interplay of transformation, wisdom, and rebirth, the collection unfolds like a living legend—where past and future, fantasy and reality, collide.  Drenched in high-shine metallics, sumptuous silks, and intricate embroidery, each piece embodies serpentine seduction, evoking the celestial power of the snake in Asian culture. Unlike its Western portrayal as a symbol of temptation, the snake in Eastern mythology is revered—an emblem of evolution, intuition, and immortality. Breton channels this essence through silhouettes that exude bo...

  Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin The handbag designer Ximena Kavalekas and Billboard Recording Artist, Entrepreneur Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin team up for a new line of clutches to be released on December 11th, 2024 which aim to be “classic, elegant and contemporary,” Vanderbilt Costin said.   Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin is a Billboard-charting artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist who has performed alongside Joe Cocker Mya Tweet and many others  and is the co-founder of SohoMuse, a networking site for creatives. She is also the great-great-great niece of Consuelo Vanderbilt, the Duchess of Marlborough, and a seventh-generation descendant of shipping and railroad industrialist Cornelius Vanderbilt. Having grown up in England and studied in Italy, she is a fixture in the fashion world and was recently a judge at the Elysian Impact’s second annual Catwalk Furbaby runway show at New York Fashion Week. Vanderbilt Costin also recently released her own line of jewelry on HSN calle...

  ARTEdeFashion ARTEdeFashion (ADF) and Experience Club are to present the highly anticipated event at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 this December 7th, 2024. The event, presented by Safra National Bank – Dinner of the Year @ Art Week promises to be a captivating celebration of creativity, showcasing exclusive fashion and dinner taking place at the iconic New World Center in Miami Beach, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Frank Gehry, will attract ultra-high-net-worth individuals, CEOs, fashion influencers, cultural leaders, and socialites from Miami, Latin America, and beyond.  Experience Club US is an exclusive platform that connects CEOs, C-level executives, entrepreneurs, and investors through high-quality networking and value creation events. ARTEdeFashion is an innovative platform and digital series that showcases emerging fashion designers from Central and South America. “The choice of Miami for this event couldn't be more fitting,” shares Marcelo Goulart, CEO of ...