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HBT SHOWS POLISHED READY TO WEAR @ VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22
HBT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22 HBT is a French fashion brand that has been in existence in its present form since 2016. They are active in the French and European markets, and are here at Vancouver Fashion Week introducing their brand to North America. HBT originated in the early 1990s as a creative idea of...Continue reading→
VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS SHOW AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W 22
VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22 Since its conception in 2001, Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) has been dedicated to cultivating the success of both established designers and award-winning emerging designers with its global perspective and highly multicultural approach. Vancouver Fashion Week has also been a showcase for the graduating students of Vancouver's thriving...Continue reading→
KYLE DENMAN SHOWS CONCEPUTUAL COUTURE AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22
KYLE DENMAN I met Kyle Denman the day before his show at Vancouver Fashion Week. The La based designer and teacher shared his background and insights on his award-winning collection "mul·ti·po·lar—ex·ist·ence,". Kyle told me of his untraditional route to becoming a fashion designer. A degree in political science had led him to work with Alzheimer's...Continue reading→
INUK CHIC SHOWS SIMPLE ELEGANCE AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22
INUK CHIC Martha Kyak is an Inuit fashion designer and artist, who grew up in Pond Inlet, Nunavut. She has exhibited her Inuk Chic garments across Canada. Her designs combine traditional Inuit, and contemporary design, as well as paintings and jewelry. She has also illustrated several children’s books and has had a long career as...Continue reading→
LOVE TO UKRAINE SHOWCASE AT VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK F/W22
While many may see fashion lovers, as a frivolous bunch this could not be farther from the truth. On Thursday, April 7th Vancouver Fashion Week showcased " Love to Ukraine " a presentation that shone a light on Ukrainian culture and the horrors of war. The showcase started with a video montage showing the incredible...
VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK ; A CASUAL VIEWERS GUIDE TO A FASHION SHOW
Whether you have attended fashion shows before or are a casual viewer, there is no time like the present to enjoy a fashion show. Attending a fashion show can be a great evening out. For those who like fashion, seeing a fashion show may be your next step, in developing your appreciation and knowledge...Continue reading→
OSCAR FASHION; THE CLAPS AND THE SLAPS
The 94th Academy Awards was a noteworthy affair not just for the Oscar fashion and who took home the statues but also for the behavior of a certain guest. The behavior of Will Smith will go down in Oscar history; when he left his seat, took to the stage, and slapped Chris Rock. While everyone...Continue reading→
MANOLO BLAHNIK; A LIFE IN SHOES
MANOLO BLAHNIK Let me start by saying no woman's wardrobe is complete without a pair of shoes by Manolo Blahnik. Whether you relate to the classic designs or the cutting edge styles Manolo Blahnik designs a shoe for every woman. Certainly fans like Vogue's Anna Wintour will wear nothing else. Manolo Blanik has become the...Continue reading→
COUTURE SPRING/SUMMER 2022 ; DRESSES DREAMS ARE MADE OF
COUTURE SPRING/SUMMER 2022 The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Moda held court last week in Paris with the presentation of the Couture Spring/Summer 2022 collections. Since its beginning in late 19th-century Paris, haute couture has been an exceptional proving ground of artistry and design innovation. The couture shows are where designers can explore free...Continue reading→
ANDRE’ LEON TALLEY ; MY TRIBUTE
RIP ANDRE' LEON TALLEY I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Andre' Leon Talley. I have followed his career since I first learned of him in 1983. He had a career of firsts. Talley was the first black man to be a fashion editor. Talley was also the first black man to...Continue reading→