German Designer Marco Marcu to Present Language of Flowers Collection at Couture Fashion Week New York
Award-winning German designer Marco Marcu will show his latest collection entitled "The Language of Flowers" at Couture Fashion Week at 6:00 p.m. on Friday September 10, 2010. The fashion show will be held in the renowned Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
Mr. Marcu burst on the European fashion scene with a stunning presentation at the Enkamania Fashion Awards in 1998. He went on to open his own signature design studio and retail boutique. He has shown his creations on runways from Frankfurt and Berlin to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. He has designed spectacular gowns for many beauty queens and is the official fashion designer for Miss World and Miss Germany 2009 through 2011. His numerous awards and distinctions include the Wash Couture Fashion Award, a special prize at the Frankfurt Exhibition, being named an Aenne Burda Laureate, being a finalist on multiple occasions in the prestigious Modedesigner Cup competition and being nominated for the 2010 German Fashion Film Award.
Designs of Feminine Elegance by Mireille Dagher at Couture Fashion Week New York
Prominent Middle Eastern fashion designer Mireille Dagher will show her latest collection at Couture Fashion Week at 8:00 p.m. on Friday September 10, 2010. Marking Ms. Dagher's first appearance at the prestigious event, the fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
Mireille Dagher holds a degree in fashion design from CAMM (College Artistique de la Mode Moderne) in Beirut, as well as a master's degree in psychology from Lebanese University. Her dual areas of expertise give her a unique perspective on the tastes of her clientele.
Katya Leonovich to Show Cutting Edge Bridal Designs at Couture Fashion Week New York
Award-winning designer Katya Leonovich will show her latest collection at Couture Fashion Week at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday September 11, 2010. In her second appearance at the event, the designer will present innovative and cutting edge bridal fashions. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
A graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in her native Moscow, Katya Leonovich also studied and worked in France and Italy. After designing for the prestigious House of Gattinoni, she launched her own label, KATYA LEONOVICH, made in Italy. She is now based in New York City. She is a painter and costume designer as well as a fashion designer. Her artistic skill and talent find form in her edgy fashion designs, embedding traditional fabrics such as gauzes, chiffons and silks with all manner of materials including torn paper, bits of fur, pieces of aluminum, strands of cotton, feathers and fringes. Ms. Leonovich utilizes art to convey a joy for life in her distinctive fashion creations.
Amal Sarieddine Returns to Couture Fashion Week New York with Luxurious Feminine Designs
Award-winning Middle Eastern fashion designer Amal Sarieddine will return to Couture Fashion Week in New York City with a much-anticipated fashion show to be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2010 in the legendary Grand Ballroom at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria hotel.
Amal Sarieddine is a young Lebanese fashion designer who is following in the footsteps of her mother, acclaimed designer Nawal Sarieddine, who established her own prominent design house some forty years ago. After earning her degree in fashion and interior design from the Lebanese American University, Amal launched her own collection in Beirut in 2004, a city synonymous with luxury couture style and home to such fashion icons as Elie Saab, Georges Chakra and Georges Hobeika. Amal's designs were immediately applauded and sought out by the cream of Middle Eastern society including many celebrities and the royal families of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Her clientele also includes prominent socialites and celebrities from Europe and the United States.
Acclaimed Designer Ezra Santos to Make USA Debut at Couture Fashion Week New York
Acclaimed fashion designer Ezra Santos will make his New York debut at Couture Fashion Week on Saturday September 11, 2010. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
The Manila-born designer comes full circle as he shares with his compatriots the qualities that make him one of the major proponents in the recognition and advancement of Filipino talents in the international fashion arena.
Ezra Santos, a fashion stalwart who is based in Dubai, UAE, is likewise considered one of the most influential figures in the Middle East/Gulf fashion industry. His creations along neo-classic lines with an edge, are often anticipated as a barometer of what's to come in the region's ever-exciting fashion landscape. His clientele reads like a who's who of international celebrities, true-blue Arab royals and equally affluent women of discerning taste and repute.
Couture Fashion Week Partners with Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen For the Cure®
In its tradition of support for charity organizations, Couture Fashion Week New York has announced that it is partnering with the Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® at its next fashion event. Couture Fashion Week will be held 10-12 September 2010 at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's Park Avenue.
The Greater New York City Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® was founded in 1990 by friends of the late television journalist Benita Feurey — friends committed to keeping her memory alive by providing breast health education, screening, treatment, and other services to individuals in the five boroughs of New York City, on Long Island, and in Westchester and Rockland Counties. Since its inception, Komen Greater NYC has raised over $50 million. Seventy-five percent of net monies raised supports local breast health education, screening and treatment programs; twenty-five percent goes to national peer-reviewed research to find the cures. In 2009, Komen Greater NYC awarded nearly $4 million in grants related to breast cancer prevention, screening, research and support. The nationwide organization is supported by many celebrities including Ann Curry, Christie Brinkley, Ellen DeGeneres, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, James Woods, Laura Bush, Mimi Rogers and Trisha Yearwood, to name a few.
Andres Aquino Fashion Collection at Dubai Fashion Week
New York-based fashion show producer and designer Andres Aquino continues to build his international brand worldwide. His recent fashion show at Dubai Fashion Week was a well-received dramatic experience for a market is that heavily inclined to more conservative and traditional fashion collections and presentation styles.
Held on April 3, 2010 in the Godolphin Ballroom of the luxurious Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Mr. Aquino's fashion show at Dubai Fashion Week featured his trademark theatrical elements enhancing the stunning ensembles shown on the runway. The show opened with a performance by Italian singer/dancer Cecilia Herrera Frioni wearing a tropical dress by Andres Aquino, and continued with vignettes and tableaux of models showcasing a range of gowns in different colors and styles. Artistic hair styles were beautifully executed by the Juice team and the creative makeup was done by the L’Oreal team. The overall style of the fashion designs was sophisticated, elegant and bright. Many gowns were enhanced by custom made oversized necklaces by Toronto-based jewelry designer Lek Nasuwan of Siam Gallery.
A Dazzling Showcase of Luxury and Elegance at New York’s Couture Fashion Week
The Grand Ballroom and elegant adjoining salons at New York’s world-famous Waldorf-Astoria radiated with an ambience of luxury and elegance during Valentine’s weekend as Couture Fashion Week presented a dazzling showcase of top-notch international designers, entertainment, exhibits of fine art, jewelry, fashions and more, as well as the Couture Fashion Week Valentine’s Ball.
Couture Fashion Week collaborated this season with Partners in Health in a silent auction and fundraiser to benefit the charity organization’s relief efforts in Haiti, and partnered with Blue Star Jets, a leader in the field of luxury private jet rentals.
Paulina Lopez Shows Floral Inspired Feminine Designs at Couture Fashion Week New York
Designer Paulina Lopez made her New York debut at Couture Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show was held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
Ms. Lopez's latest collection is entitled "Celebration 2010" and is inspired by the designer's joy in creating unforgettable styles for special occasions. A fundamental element of Ms. Lopez's signature style is her experimentation with hand stitching giving unique life and body to her designs. In this collection, the designer strives to convey the idea that women are like flowers. Flowers entice the senses, evoking elegance and self-confidence in harmony with the feminine form - an invitation to experience a greater celebration. The silhouettes of the dresses literally translate the natural shapes of flowers. A rich color palette including marine blue, black, beige and gray is enhanced with decorative embroidery and finishings adding shine and textural depth.
Morgan Sarver Presents Rich Collection of Russian-Inspired Designs at Couture Fashion Week New York
Morgan Sarver presented her latest collection of inspired designs at Couture Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show was held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
See photos from Morgan Sarver's fashion show at Couture Fashion Week.
Morgan Sarver began designing gowns in 2001, starting with debutante and wedding dresses. She studied for nearly a decade in Europe while traveling extensively during that period throughout Asia and the Middle East. These visual experiences led to dramatic cultural influences in her collections throughout the years. Her exclusive designs have been showcased throughout Europe and the United States.
Fashion designer and contemporary artist Saureen J. Desai debuted her first collection entitled “Plastiq World” at Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show was held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
See photos from the Se Sens Serene fashion show at Couture Fashion Week.
After receiving degrees in Finance and Marketing with further studies in Global Business, Ms. Desai went on to pursue professional training in the field of plastic raw materials. Her commitment to enhance the sustainability of plastic products led her to think outside the box and create the “Se Sens Serene Eco Fashion” product line.
Korea Couture Designer Collective at Couture Fashion Week New York
This season's New York’s Couture Fashion Week will include three notable Korean designers showing on the runway Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show will be held at 5:00 p.m. in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
“Asia has become a hotbed of New Century Couture,” says Mira Zivkovich, president of New York-based fashion consulting firm MZI Global. “These Asian designers are creating vibrant works of art with a nod to their cultural history, but most certainly in the present."
Susi Hammer Brings Harmonious and Original Creations to Couture Fashion Week New York
Argentinean designer Susi Hammer will make her USA debut at New York’s Couture Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show will be held at 5:00 p.m. in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
Susi Hammer is noted for her striking designs bringing together fresh and colorful silk shantung, linen, burlap and rubber in singular harmony.
Couture Fashion Week is pleased to announce it will be collaborating this season with Partners in Health in a silent auction and fundraiser to benefit the charity organization’s relief efforts in Haiti.
The event will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at the Waldorf Astoria, 301 Park Avenue, New York City. The fashion show at 7:00 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom featuring ANDRES AQUINO COUTURE, DIDIER PEIRO COUTURE JEWELRY, LEK NASUWAN JEWELRY and JANERATIONS will be followed by the gala Couture Fashion Week Valentine’s Ball in the Jade Room. Guests at Couture Fashion Week may browse through luxury auction offerings and place bids starting at 3:00 p.m. on February 13 as they enjoy the elegant atmosphere, cash bar and delightful displays of fine art, fashions, jewelry and more.
Nedret Taciroglu Returns to Couture Fashion Week New York with Impeccable Feminine Collection
Award-winning Turkish designer Nedret Taciroglu will make her fourth appearance at New York’s Couture Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
After earning a degree in interior design at Mimar Sinan University in Istanbul, Nedret Taciroglu entered the fashion industry as a model in 1976, and a few years later founded Nedo Leather, where she worked designing, producing and exporting fine leather garments to clients in Paris, New York, Dallas and Houston. Her loyal clientele numbers in the thousands around the world and she was proud to create an 18-piece collection for former First Lady Nancy Reagan. In early 2002, with the encouragement of many friends in the fashion business, Ms. Taciroglu launched Nedo Collection, which quickly came to be appreciated by international buyers for its special fabrics and accessories. She is the only Turkish designer to stage her own show in Milan for three consecutive years, where she received rave reviews.
Feminine and Elegant Designs by Prizy Sebastian on the Runway at Couture Fashion Week New York
Designer Prizy Sebastian will make her debut at New York’s Couture Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14, 2010. The fashion show will be held at 5:00 p.m. in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria on Park Avenue, New York City.
A graduate of the University of Texas, Prizy Sebastian, began her fashion career designing in the uniform field creating prints for scrubs using licensed characters by Save the Children, Sesame Street, Warner Brothers, and Mary Engelbreit. She worked freelance for a number of years designing for such labels such as Liz Claiborne, Joe Boxer, Lady Ester, Kenneth Cole, and Paris Accessories. Working in so many different areas including menswear, loungewear, children’s wear, prints and even home furnishings, widened her outlook.
Edwing D'Angelo to Present Latest Collection of Elegance and Romance at Couture Fashion Week
New York-based fashion designer Edwing D'Angelo will present his latest collection at Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on the city's legendary Park Avenue.
Mr. D'Angelo's Fall 2010 collection is elegant and romantic inspired by the New York City of the 1940's and 50's. Luxurious fabrics such as satin, chiffon, silk, organza and fine Italian wool are used in the designs that embody chic style and sophistication.
Designer Catalin Botezatu Returns to New York's Couture Fashion Week with Latest Dramatic and Feminine Collection
In his fourth appearance at Couture Fashion Week award-wining Romanian designer Catalin Botezatu will present his latest collection of dramatic creations. The fashion show will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 12, 2010 in the iconic Grand Ballroom at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel on New York's Park Avenue.
Catalin Botezatu is one of Romania's most important fashion designers. He launched his career in 1992 and established his own fashion house in 1996. He is one of the few major fashion designers who directs and styles his own shows and makes all his accessories. His distinguished clientele includes politicians, socialites, VIPs, entertainers and celebrities. Nevertheless, his beautiful haute couture designs have a strong appeal for every woman looking to bring out her femme fatale side through sensual, refined and sophisticated gowns.
East Meets West in Designer Sushma Patel's Latest Collection at Couture Fashion Week New York
In her fifth appearance at Couture Fashion Week, Atlanta-based fashion designer Sushma Patel will present her latest collection of inspired creations on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on New York City's legendary Park Avenue.
After her studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Sushma Patel went on to show her first collection in her native India in 1998. Since then she has done fashion shows at a number of events across the USA including the Bollywood Fashion & Music Awards. She has also presented her designs at Caribbean Fashion Week in Jamaica, India International Fashion Week in New Delhi and at the Fashion TV Summer Festival in Romania.
House of Jola's Latest Vibrant Collection on the Runway at Couture Fashion Week New York
In her second appearance at Couture Fashion Week, Lagos-based designer Joan Isisoma Okorodudu will present her latest collection for the House of Jola fashion label. The runway show will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2010 in the iconic Grand Ballrom at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's Park Avenue. Part of a collective of outstanding Nigerian designers, the show promises to be a festive and memorable event.
Ms. Okorodudu's debut at Couture Fashion Week in September 2009 was a vibrant success, featuring a delightful group of creative and original ensembles for men and women. The show included a riveting performance by Nigerian singing sensation Iyanya, winner of MTN's Project Fame.
Adiba Al Mahboub to Show Latest Luxurious Designs at Couture Fashion Week New York Debut
Leading Middle Eastern fashion designer Adiba Al Mahboub will make her much anticipated USA debut at Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on the city's legendary Park Avenue.
A native of Kuwait, Ms. Al Mahboub has had a love and talent for fashion and design since her early childhood. Her beautifully crafted designs are inspired by nature and the perfection of the universe interpreted through her boundless imagination. She studied fashion design in Beirut and then Paris before returning to Kuwait and establishing her own couture atelier.
Adrian Alicea's Falling in Love Collection on the Runway at Couture Fashion Week
New York-based fashion designer Adrian Alicea will present his latest collection at Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Friday, February 12, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on the city's legendary Park Avenue.
The "Falling In Love Collection" for Fall/Winter 2010 marks the solo launch of Mr. Alicea of the Nico and Adrian New York label. The distinctive ensembles incorporate the designer's original and edgy style in a fresh couture approach. The collection is inspired by the very essence of love and a wide variety of elements shine through: the designer's love of world travel, flashes of shades of red, pink and gold, animal prints and exotic furs, the sleek lines of modern architecture combined with the soft flowing movement of the fabrics of dance - from flamenco to ballet. It's all about the mix.
Andres Aquino to Show Goddess-Inspired Collection at Couture Fashion Week New York
Fashion designer and producer Andres Aquino will present his latest collection entitled "Legend" at Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Saturday, February 13, 2010. The fashion show will be held in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on the city's legendary Park Avenue.
Mr. Aquino is a tireless fashion industry producer and designer who has been featured in numerous magazines, newspapers and TV worldwide including Fashion TV, Collezioni, Book Moda and ModaStyle International. His latest collection of original and classic designs is made from the finest fabrics and embellishments and is inspired by the goddesses of mythologies from around the globe.
Designer Walid Atallah Returns to Couture Fashion Week with Exquisitely Crafted Collection
Leading Middle Eastern fashion designer Walid Atallah will return to Couture Fashion Week in New York City on Saturday, February 13, 2010. The much-anticipated fashion show will be held at in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel.
After graduating from high school in his native Beirut, Mr. Atallah went on to study fashion design earning a degree from the University of Chicago. From there he settled in the fast growing city of Dubai where he launched his design career. His unique designs soon found a loyal following among sophisticated fashion lovers. Mr. Atallah had his first fashion show in Dubai in 1996 which was enthusiastically received by the industry and which included such special guests as famous Lebanese singer Najwa Karam and top international model Nathalie Fadlallah. His next fashion show was held at the world-famous and iconic Burj Al Arab hotel, presenting an opulent collection to a discerning audience, including royalty.
Couture Fashion Week New York to Include Parisian Jewelry Designs of Didier Peiro
Couture Fashion Week producer and fashion designer Andres Aquino will be teaming up with renowned Parisian couture jewelry designer Didier Peiro for his next fashion show to be held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 in the Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. The latest fashion designs by Mr. Aquino will be complemented by hand crafted original jewelry creations by Mr. Peiro.
Didier Peiro learned his craft from the masters of jewelry design in the Oriental-Occidental tradition and refined his unique style for the most fashionable fashion houses of Paris. “All accessories are jewelry to me,” he says. “I work with the designer on each ensemble and create an exceptional piece of jewelry to highlight the design detail. Andres's dramatic fashion statements will be an ideal opportunity to exhibit my passion for the unique and unusual in couture accessories.”
Blue Star Jets Partners with Couture Fashion Week
Couture Fashion Week producer Andres Aquino has announced the prestigious event's partnership with Blue Star Jets, a leader in the field of luxury private jet rentals. A representative of Blue Star Jets will be on hand at the next Couture Fashion Week event to answer guests' questions and provide information on the company.
Janerations to Show Inspired Knitwear Creations at Couture Fashion Week New York
Couture knitwear label Janerations will present its latest collection of inspired designs on the runway at Couture Fashion Week, 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2010 in the legendary Grand Ballroom of the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's Park Avenue.
Janina Stankiene is the designer behind the Janerations brand, which recently celebrated its two-year anniversary. A native of Lithuania, Ms. Stankiene has always had a passion for sewing, decorating, painting, drawing and other creative pursuits. Growing up in a country with a rich tradition of craftsmanship, the designer started developing her knitting skills at an early age, experimenting with different materials in a variety of combinations.
Fashion, Art and Entertainment Shine at Latest Edition of New York’s Couture Fashion Week
Guests at the 10th edition of Couture Fashion Week at New York’s famed Waldorf-Astoria were greeted by displays of fine art and an impressive ice sculpture bearing the event’s logo. Hundreds of upscale consumers, socialites, diplomats, celebrities and international press attended the prestigious high fashion event held during New York Fashion Week in September 2009.
An incomparable group of selected designers from around the world presented their latest collections, many making their USA debut.
Chilean Designer Ruben Campos Brings Sculptural Creations to New York's Couture Fashion Week
Award-winning Chilean designer Ruben Campos will present his latest collection at Couture Fashion Week, 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
Often referred to as the "Architect of Chilean Fashion", Mr. Campos studied fashion design in Madrid with Anselmo Bazola and later went on to launch his own couture fashion house in Santiago, Chile. He is one of Latin America's most prominent and successful fashion designers, consistently creating elegant, sophisticated and inspiring designs. He has shown on runways throughout Latin America as well as in Miami, New York and, in June 2009, as a special guest at the premiere of Dominican Republic Fashion Week.
Award-Winning Nigerian Designer Zizi Cardow to Show at Couture Fashion Week New York
In her USA debut, award-winning Nigerian designer Zizi Cardow will present her latest fashion collection at Couture Fashion Week, 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
One of Nigeria's top fashion designers, Zizi Cardow launched her own fashion label "Zizi" in 2000 with a view to globalizing distinctive African prints. Within a year, Ms. Cardow began to win a number of prestigious fashion awards for her impeccable designs, including Best Designer Nigeria (2001), St. Moritz Style Selection (2002), and Fashion & Life Achievement Award (2008). In 2002 she received the DAME Award for outstanding achievement in fashion at an event attended by Nigeria's President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. She has been named an Ambassador for Fashion by the Imo State Chamber of Commerce. Also in 2002, her "Jungle Renaissance" fashion show was widely covered and acclaimed by media worldwide, including CNN Germany and CNN Italy. Her collections have been shown on runways in Paris, Milan, Cape Town and Israel, and her international clientele includes first ladies and A-listers on Nigeria's social scene. In 2005 Ms. Cardow represented Nigeria in the fashion and arts exhibition in Milan, an event attended by the mayor of Milan, dignitaries and foreign ambassadors.
House of Jola on Track to Shine at Couture Fashion Week New York
Lagos-based fashion label House of Jola by designer Joan Isisoma Okorodudu will present its latest vibrant collection at Couture Fashion Week, 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue. Part of a collective of outstanding Nigerian designers, the show promises to be a festive and memorable event.
Fashion designer, entrepreneur and former championship athlete Joan Isisoma Okorodudu was born into a noble family in the Aniocha North region of Delta State, Nigeria. She graduated from Boston University in the United States where she set various records in track and field and was named MVP in 1980. Her athletic accomplishments include being part of the record-breaking 4 by 400 meter Nigerian women's relay team at the 1980 pre-Olympics in Stuttgart, Germany.
Designer Lanre DaSilva-Ajayi to Make USA Debut at Couture Fashion Week
Lanre Da Silva-Ajayi, one of Nigeria's foremost fashion innovators and trendsetters, will make her USA debut at Couture Fashion Week presenting her latest collection of inspired creations. The fashion show will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
After studying Business Administration at Coventry University and earning her Master's Degree in Finance from the University of Leicester, Ms. DaSilva-Ajayi founded her signature fashion label, LDA, in her native Nigeria in 2005. Since then her reputation as one of Nigeria's top designers has grown driven by her abundant talent and passion for haute couture. Her clientele includes a wide range of savvy fashion consumers both in her home country and abroad.
Red Carpet Collection by Designer Andres Aquino to Feature an Array of International Performers at the Waldorf-Astoria
Designer and fashion show producer Andres Aquino will present his latest collection entitled "Red Carpet" as part of the upcoming season of Couture Fashion Week. The runway show is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Saturday September 12, 2009 in the Starlight Roof of the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria, New York City. The fashion show will be followed by the Couture Fashion Week Ball.
Mr. Aquino's Spring collection is divided into two parts and filled with wonderful surprises. The first group of designs is a collection of luxury hand-enhanced swimwear with gorgeous embroidered wraps and accessories. The eveningwear group includes couture gowns done in hand-embroidered fabrics and chiffons embellished with fine French, Japanese and Indian lace. Luxurious accessories will include diamond-encrusted sunglasses by Vavas Eyewear, handcrafted hats by Suzette Couture and jewelry by Bagaceous.
Opera Rock Diva Kimera to Thrill Couture Fashion Week Audiences
In addition to the exquisite fashions on parade at Couture Fashion Week, the event also features world-class performers. The next event will be held September 11-13, 2009 at the Waldorf-Astoria on New York City's Park Avenue. One of the performers scheduled to appear is Kimera, who will open the fashion show of designer Andres Aquino, on Saturday evening, September 12. With her four-octave range and visionary approach to art, Kimera has intrigued and fascinated many. Millions have embraced her unique opera-pop fusion embodied in various albums starting with "The Lost Opera", which sold over 10 million copies, followed by “Opera Express” and seven additional albums.
"I am thrilled to combine the beautiful elements of popularized opera with high fashion," says designer and event producer Andres Aquino. "We are delighted that Kimera's outstanding talent and theatrical presence will further enhance this fashion event and provide an extra special treat for our audiences."
Designer Catalin Botezatu Returns to New York's Couture Fashion Week with Dazzling "Hot Rainbow" Collection
Award-wining Romanian designer Catalin Botezatu will make his third appearance at Couture Fashion Week presenting his latest collection of avant-garde designs entitled "Hot Rainbow." The fashion show will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
Catalin Botezatu is one of Romania's most important fashion designers. Mr. Botezatu launched his career in 1992 and established his own fashion house in 1996. He is one of the few major fashion designers who directs and styles his own shows and makes all his accessories. His distinguished clientele includes politicians, socialites, VIPs, entertainers and celebrities. Nevertheless, his beautiful haute couture designs have a strong appeal for every woman looking to bring out her femme fatale side through sensual, refined and sophisticated gowns.
Designer Soucha Brings Drama in Motion to New York's Couture Fashion Week
In a highly anticipated return to New York City, leading Middle Eastern fashion label, Soucha Haute Couture, will present its latest collection of inspired designs at Couture Fashion Week on Sunday 13 September 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.
Cairo-based Soucha Fashion is considered one of the leading fashion trendsetters in the region. A native of Tunisia, Soucha is a talented young fashion artist and graduate of the famed Academia Della Moda in Florence, Italy. After his schooling, Soucha worked with top Italian fashion houses and eventually settled in Cairo, finding his niche dressing the stars and celebrities of the Egyptian and Arab entertainment world with his unique fashion creations. In 1997 he launched his own brand and continues to lead and chair the thriving and developing business. Soucha Fashion today has 20 employees, excels in impeccable couture design and manufacturing, and operates two exclusive Cairo boutiques in the Grand Hyatt Galleria and the Nile City Mall Twin Towers. Catering to the A and B class of the Egyptian and Arab consumer, Soucha Fashion continues to expand in the region with representation and sales in major markets such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. The company has plans for further retail growth as well as development into casual wear and accessories.
Fine Art Adds a New Creative Dimension to New York's Couture Fashion Week
In addition to the exquisite fashions on parade at Couture Fashion Week, the event also features world-class artists exhibiting some of their finest work. The next event will be held September 11-13, 2009 at the Waldorf-Astoria on New York City's Park Avenue.
Artists scheduled to appear at Couture Fashion Week this season include David Datuna, Zhu Yi Yong, Esperanza Tielbaard, Gonul Engin Yilmaz and Victoria Yin.
Artist Gonul Engin Yilmaz to Exhibit at New York's Couture Fashion Week
In addition to the exquisite fashions on parade at Couture Fashion Week, the event also features world-class artists exhibiting some of their finest work. The next event will be held September 11-13, 2009 at the Waldorf-Astoria on New York City's Park Avenue.
One of the artists scheduled to appear is Gonul Engin Yilmaz, a gifted painter and a true lover of nature, people and her native city of Istanbul, Turkey, where she resides. Her life passions combine with her artistic values and talent and come to life on her distinctive canvases as landscapes, still lifes, florals and portraits. Ms. Yilmaz has participated in numerous exhibitions and one-man shows in the USA and Turkey. Many of her paintings are held in private collections. She is a graduate of Robert College (ACG) and the Technical University of Istanbul.
Han Couture Winning Designs at Couture Fashion Week Inspired by Ancient Chinese Culture
One of the unforgettable runway fashion shows at the next Couture Fashion Week event in New York City will be a showcase of the winning designs from the Global Han Couture Design Competition. The fashion show will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
On September 10th – 11th, New Tang Dynasty Television (NTDTV) will host the 2nd annual Global Han Couture Design Competition/Fashion Show. With over $40,000 in cash prizes for the winning designers, this competition has brought together some of the Asian community’s best and brightest. Over 250 sets of Han Couture dresses designed by 60 designers worldwide will be presented in this runway show. The winners will then show their designs at Couture Fashion Week the next evening.
Cristina Nitopi Returns to Couture Fashion Week New York with Latest Womenswear Couture Collection
Australian and Italian designer Cristina Nitopi will return to Couture Fashion Week with a fresh collection of inspired womenswear couture designs. Part of the finale of the upcoming season's event, the fashion show will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel on New York's legendary Park Avenue.
In her past fashion shows at Couture Fashion Week, Ms. Nitopi has presented elegant and modern ready-to-wear designs for both men and women. The designer has now turned her focus to couture with fresh insight and creative drive. Much of her color palette and silhouettes seen in the designer's creations are reminiscent of her Italian heritage.
Leading Middle Eastern Designer Walid Atallah to Present Dazzling Designs at Couture Fashion Week
Leading Middle Eastern fashion designer Walid Atallah will make his first highly anticipated appearance at Couture Fashion Week in New York City. The fashion show will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel.
After graduating from high school in his native Beirut, Mr. Atallah went on to study fashion design earning a degree from the University of Chicago. From there he settled in the fast growing city of Dubai where he launched his design career. His unique designs soon found a loyal following among sophisticated fashion lovers. Mr. Atallah had his first fashion show in Dubai in 1996 which was enthusiastically received by the industry and which included such special guests as famous Lebanese singer Najwa Karam and top international model Nathalie Fadlallah. His next fashion show was held at the world-famous and iconic Burj Al Arab hotel, presenting an opulent collection to a discerning audience, including royalty.
Amal Sarieddine to Present Latest Opulent Collection at Couture Fashion Week New York
Noted Middle Eastern fashion designer Amal Sarieddine will make her first highly anticipated appearance at Couture Fashion Week in New York City. The fashion show will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at the world-famous Waldorf Astoria hotel.
Amal Sarieddine is a young Lebanese fashion designer who is following in the footsteps of her mother, acclaimed designer Nawal Sarieddine, who established her own prominent design house some forty years ago. After earning her degree in fashion and interior design from the LebaneseAmerican University, Amal launched her own collection in Beirut in 2004, a city synonymous with luxury couture style and home to such fashion icons as Elie Saab, Georges Chakra and Georges Hobeika.