You always know when spring is in the air because it starts with the changing of the footwear. Women forego their boots and closed-toe styles for strappy, sandals, chunky wedges and peep-toe cutouts to show off their freshly painted pedicures. So needless to say, it’s essential to stock up on new spring shoes every year …
Last week Chicago was treated to a personal appearance by designer Bibhu Mohapatra who presented his Fall 2012 collection. This show was part of W Hotels Worldwide Fashion Next Fall 2012, a global showcase for rising fashion visionaries. Guest enjoyed cocktails and a fantastic fashion presentation at W Chicago – Citycenter. Bibhu is considered one …
And so the Season 1 finale of Project Runway All Stars continued. The show picked up at the end of the fourth day the finalists were given to finish a collection of six pieces and segued into the day of the final runway show. The designers had one calming moment upon entering the awe-inspiring ambiance …
The legal troubles of Alexander Wang have not yet seen their end. After allegations surfaced last week that the designer was running a sweatshop in New York’s Chinatown and was being sued by at least 30 of his employees, a new plaintiff has surfaced with a fresh batch of complaints. Former employee Flor Duante, a 48-year-old single …
There isn’t a fashionista in town that doesn’t love Project Runway. So when season 9 contestant Viktor Luna popped into Macy’s on State Street to host the “Find Your Magic” contest and fashion show, we were clamoring to get a seat! The fun and intimate event showcased some of the most popular spring fashion trends …
