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A Perfect Fashion Artists Collaboration
The long-term collaboration between designers Andres Aquino and Evetta Petty exemplifies the magic that can happen when talent, style, and mutual understanding come together in New York’s vibrant fashion scene. Evetta’s Harlem Heaven Hats, rooted in artistic excellence and cultural history, perfectly complements Andres’s couture designs, creating a seamless harmony on the runway. Their intuitive connection allows for quick, precise styling that elevates each show, making every ensemble a perfect picture moment. The partnership not only highlights the artistry of both creators, but also underscores the spirit of collaboration and joy that fuels the city’s fashion industry.
“One of the most beautiful things about working in New York is the abundance of talented artists like no other city in the world. This creates an opportunity to network and do amazing collaborations,” says designer Andres Aquino. “I was introduced to Evetta through my friend Christian Ruart, a French stylist now living in New York. Evetta is a milliner who has become one of the most recognized artists in her field. Her atelier, Harlem’s Heaven Hats, is the oldest hat establishment in historical Harlem. Her magical store is more than a millinery shop; it is a symbol of artistic creation and determination by a true artist.”
In addition to being a well-known couture fashion designer, Andres Aquino is also the founder and producer of Couture Fashion Week New York, one of New York Fashion Week’s most prestigious events for over forty-two consecutive seasons. He is also the founder and director of the Global Short Film Awards which culminates in an annual black-tie gala in Cannes, France during the Cannes Film Festival. Evetta Petty, a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology is a milliner par excellence, with over 30 years’ experience as a visionary in her field. Her hat designs have been featured in top publications, major TV shows, fashion shows and photo shoots, and are included in the permanent collection of the Royal Ascot Millinery Collective in England.
Over numerous seasons, the designers have worked together seamlessly on accessorizing Andres’s fashion collections for his renowned fashion show productions. They understand each other’s style so well that with a simple 3-minute call, Evetta knows exactly what to bring for the show and when the models line up to go on runway, she quickly picks the perfect hat for each outfit, without another word. The final look is always a beautifully stylish ensemble.
“It is a pleasure to team up with Evetta,” says Andres Aquino. “She always has a good disposition and her enthusiasm is contagious. She enjoys our fashion experience with a beautiful smile.”
Keed Cosmetics Named the Official Cosmetics of the 2026 Global Short Film Awards
Andres Aquino, founder and director of the Global Short Film Awards, is pleased to announce that Keed Cosmetics has been named the Official Cosmetics Brand for 2026. The 11th annual Global Short Film Awards black-tie gala will be held in Cannes, France in May 2026, concurrently with the world-famous Cannes Film Festival. The gala has become one of the most sought-after events during the film festival, attended by filmmakers and industry professionals, celebrities, dignitaries, VIPs and international press. In addition to the awards presentations, the festivities include a luxury fashion show and live musical entertainment.
Keed Cosmetics is a modern beauty brand redefining confidence through color, creativity, and empowerment. Founded with the belief that beauty is both personal and powerful, Keed Cosmetics celebrates individuality through products that inspire self-expression and originality.
More than a cosmetics line, Keed Cosmetics represents a movement — a bold statement of artistry, authenticity, and purpose. Each formula is developed with pigmented quality and luxurious textures that merge runway looks with everyday beauty, empowering beauty enthusiasts to develop their confidence and style.
The brand’s signature aesthetic fuses feminine sophistication with fearless energy, embodying beauty that is unapologetic, radiant, and true. From vibrant pigments to timeless neutrals, every product is designed to enhance natural beauty while empowering users to embrace their own unique edge.
Driven by creativity and purpose, Keed Cosmetics continues to expand beyond makeup into a global lifestyle rooted in confidence, sustainability, and self-expression — proving that beauty isn’t about fitting in; it’s about standing out.
Global Short Film Awards Marks Ten Years with Black-Tie Cannes Gala
The 10th Annual Global Short Film Awards gala was one of the most sought after events in Cannes in May 2025. Held concurrently with the Cannes Film Festival, the gala was a delightful evening celebrating film, fashion and beauty, with music, entertainment, and gourmet delights. The breathtaking view of Cannes harbor from the rooftop of the prestigious Canopy Hilton was the backdrop for the unforgettable occasion.
One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award to Cuba Gooding, Jr. Mr. Gooding is a well-known major Hollywood actor and winner of an Academy® Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the hit movie Jerry Maguire. He has been in many other major films including A Few Good Men, Gladiator, As Good As It Gets, Norbit and Linewatch. He portrayed Dr. Ben Carson in the film Gifted Hands and OJ Simpson in the FX drama The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story. He has also appeared in several Broadway and West End theater productions, has been nominated for Emmy and Golden Globe awards, and has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Emmy-award winning actor and producer Vincent DePaul, who is appearing with Mr. Gooding in the upcoming film A Line of Fire.
A luxury fashion show by designer Andres Aquino – who is also the founder of the Global Short Film Awards and Couture Fashion Week New York – showcased an ethereal collection of luscious hand-printed silk designs celebrating nature and colorful birds from around the world. The collection was styled by Vietnamese fashion powerhouse Cory Couture Productions and featured exquisite hair and makeup styling by the Giuseppe Barra team from Italy. The models included top beauty queens and award winners from many countries, including a group from Prestige Models in Cyprus. This year’s Top Model Award was presented to Sarah Larissa Bruns, a rising star in the field and Miss Germany World 2024. Her experience was documented by RTL TV, one of Germany’s major media outlets.
The fashion portion of the evening also included the showing of a curated selection of menswear creations by rising New York fashion designer Majid Desire.
“Over ten consecutive years, we have cemented our position in Cannes as the most significant short film awards event gala,” says Global Short Film Awards Founder and Director Andres Aquino. “The winning films were selected from dozens of great entries by talented filmmakers from more than 80 countries. We are proud to have achieved this milestone and to bring recognition to these exceptional projects.”
The 2025 Global Short Film Awards winners:
Best Film: Awake
Best Director: Rossano B. Maniscalchi, Nexus
Best Actor: Niklas Agild, Awake
Best Actress: Tind Soneby, Awake
Best Animated Film: Bo and Trash (Spain)
Best Dance Film: Paolo and Francesca (UK)
Best Documentary: It’s Not Dark Yet (Italy)
Best Drama Film: Awake (Sweden)
Best Fashion and Beauty Film: Nexus (Italy)
Best Music Film: The Crumpled (Iran)
Best Science Fiction Film: Triskaidekaphobia (USA)
Outstanding New Film: Echoes by Shubhra Goyal
Wine for the evening was sponsored by Sip Channe, and the wine label’s founder Kavita Channe also co-hosted the event with Vincent DePaul. Ms. Channe is a multi-talented entrepreneur widely recognized for her role as an acclaimed TV host and producer across the sports and entertainment industries, including the NFL, Fox Sports, HBO, VH1 and TLC.
Enhancing the gala was entertainment by singers Yvonne Spark, Lubovnicca and tenor Massimo Cims. DJ Somnous provided the music vibe. International press covered the event.
A special afternoon of film and winning trailer screenings was held the day before at the Loho Auditorium at the Eden Hotel and Spa in Cannes, in partnership with a film project organized by Professor Karl Bardosh of New York University.