A team of models, cosmetology students, and a photographer filed into the majestic Palace Theater in Waterbury to photograph the latest prom looks. PHOTOS by MIKE CHAIKEN
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Model Mob: Talking about denim
Model Mob is a group of women who weigh in on a variety of issues for CTFashionMag.com. Style experts say, and fashion runways show, that denim of all kinds is […]
Read moreBehind the curtains at Sappho and LaMoo
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Connecticut fashion designers Sappho Clothing Co. and LaMoo teamed up for a runway show at Caral Lounge on Park Street in Hartford, Conn. March 12. Before […]
Read moreMiss CT Class of 2017 complete after local pageant
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The Miss Connecticut Class of 2017 is complete as Bristol hosted the final two pageants on Saturday at Chippens Hill Middle School. The first pageant held […]
Read moreGet pretty covering up
Swimsuits For All, an online retailer of women’s swimwear, has many new ways for women to complete their swimsuit ensembles in style. Cover ups put the perfect finishing touch on […]
Read moreThree shows at once, you get madness
Art Hearts Fashion often packages several designers into one runway slot– allowing guests to see one show after another. But backstage, this also means craziness as hair and makeup people […]
Read moreSimply Vera Vera Wang offers up a spring teaser
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The shopping for spring clothing has begun. Winter still may be in the house, according to the calendar. The threat of snow still looms. And temperatures […]
Read moreTheatre Products take the stage
Theatre Products showed its latest collection in a presentation at Industria in New York Friday. This is what patrons saw when they arrived:
Read moreModel Mob: Talking about Valentine’s Day
Model Mob is a group of women of fashion who weigh in on a variety of issues. This week, we asked them about fashions perfect for a Valentine’s Day rendezvous […]
Read moreEdwing D’Angelo announces collection to be shared Feb. 14
Colombian-born NYC-based designer Edwing D’Angelo is set to present his FW17 collection titled “Collision” on Tuesday, February 14th at 6:30 pm at the Artists Gallery located at 4 West 43rd […]
Read moreThe brides are coming
The Bristol, Southington, and Plainville Observers in Southington, Conn. continue to prepare for its annual bridal book. This time, the creative team took over the top floor of the New […]
Read moreGo beyond the pale, black, and gray
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Wardrobes often turn black, gray, and tan in the winter months of New England. However, there is no law saying that you can’t reach for patterns […]
Read moreCozy styles for the coldest season
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com New England winters are all about being cozy and warm inside as the temperatures drop, the winds howl, and the snow falls. Keeping cozy and warm, […]
Read moreTeen state’s new style star
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Elyece Patterson officially stepped into her role as Miss Black Connecticut Talented Teen USA on Saturday night at The Lyceum in Hartford. Dressed in a gown from […]
Read moreMeet Connecticut’s latest queen
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The 2017 Miss Black Connecticut USA pageant was held this past weekend with Charrisse Gudger, competing as Miss Black Stamford, taking home the title. Charisse Gudger was […]
Read moreBeautiful brides in waiting
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The Bristol, Southington, and Plainville Observers, based in Southington, Conn., are preparing for their annual bridal guide. And to prepare for the periodical, the teams at the […]
Read moreWhite Man & Woman wraps up in Milan
WHITE MAN & WOMAN closes its latest edition showing signs of increased interest, as demonstrated by industry professionals who packed the January show. Foreign buyer attendance increased by 18%, while […]
Read morePorts 1961 shows the ‘love’
The word “love” is the same in traditional Chinese and Japanese characters. For the Ports 1961 fall-winter 2017-2018 collection, Milan Vukmirovic also prints “love” in English, Arabic, French and Russian […]
Read morePorts 1961 introduces its Pre-Fall collection
An off duty, relaxed scene is evoked in the Ports 1961 Pre Fall 17 collection, drawing on domestic objects and the everyday as its inspiration. The collection melds together the […]
Read moreGala style at the Golden Globes
The red carpet looks are back as awards season is in full swing with the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night. Here is a look at the gala looks worn […]
Read moreUnexpected steampunk style
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com At her booth at the Brass Ring Academy and Cabaret held at the New England Carousel Museum in Bristol, Conn. Saturday, Midnight Orchid designer Ginger Seibert […]
Read moreLingerie that’s pretty… and pretty responsible
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The typical image of lingerie is pretty, frilly, feminine, and, at times, kind of frivolous. White Rabbit New York has the pretty, frilly, and feminine […]
Read moreMidnight Orchid’s steampunk style comes calling
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com In addition to a variety of steampunk classes at the Brass Ring Academy the weekend of Jan. 7 and 8 and the steampunk flavored music cranking […]
Read moreThreads stitched together for a serious message
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com When a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico destroyed wildlife and devastated the region’s economy, fashion designer Erin Boyle knew at some point she […]
Read morePanache in a pocket square
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com Men, looking to add a little polish to your wardrobe? Want to take your well-tailored suit to the next level? You might want to try a […]
Read moreModel Confidential: Desiree Robinson
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Model Confidential” is a series where we meet the people who make the clothes come alive. Name: Desiree Robinson Age: 13 Home state: […]
Read moreThat cute look for your holiday party doesn’t have to break the bank
By MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com If you’re putting the focus of your spending dollars on finding the right holiday gift for your loved ones, you probably aren’t prepared to focus some […]
Read moreParties call for the ‘LBD’
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The hemlines may have changed over the years. But the “little black dress,” made famous by the inimitable Coco Chanel, continues to be a staple in […]
Read moreLeave the pilgrims and Patriots behind this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving was the pilgrims idea. But that doesn’t mean you have to dress like one. And although football will be on the television, that doesn’t mean you have to dress […]
Read moreModel Confidential: Valentina Ramirez
by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com “Model Confidential” is a series where we meet the people who make the clothes come alive. Name: Valentina Ramirez Age: 18 Home state: Cheshire, Conn. Why […]
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