DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: Nixia Varela de LaMar @ FASHION WEEK PANAMA 2011

STYLE YOU! Designer Spotlight presents International Designer Nixia Varela de LaMar, showing new collection from her label, Varela LaMar at Fashion Week Panama 2011.

 

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Through her label, Varela LaMar, Nixia has established a line of clothing that has been enthusiastically received in Panama City’s exclusive boutiques.  Her work is exhibited at select events where designers collaborate to promote Panama as an emerging influence in the fashion world.  She works by appointment for a private clientele of women who seek unique, elegant expression in their apparel.  However, the passion and talent that place her among top Latin American designers has origins in simple instinct and creativity.

Nixia studied fashion industry trends, sketching and outlining her own concepts, long before embarking on her professional career. Nixia´s design impulses were evident in childhood.  As a schoolgirl, she modified her traditional Panamanian school uniform by sewing pockets into her kilts to carry lunch money.  This small design innovation hinted at the same spirit Nixia has carried into her professional work today.  While her basic orientation is in the classic and traditional, her sense of originality gives her the freedom to move beyond the repetitive norms.  This combination makes a Varela LaMar design one that acknowledges the current, yet remains timeless.

Nixia’s first substantial undertaking was the design of wedding dresses—including her own.  Her success in this endeavor and her passion for artistic expression inspired her to pursue formal study of Fashion Design at Ganexa, in Panama City, Panama.  From the beginning, Nixia’s goal was to merge her creativity with a technical mastery that would distinguish her creations.  Nixia’s unique pieces satisfy the aesthetic desires of clients and her attention to detail satisfies the most stringent competition judges.

 

For her diligence and focus on minutiae, Nixia has been featured repeatedly in print publications and interviewed on national television.   Nixia is a standard for Panama’s fashionably-attired women and a designer of choice for Panama’s representatives in international competitions. 

 

 

To learn more about Nixia Varela de LaMar and her collections, visit:

http://www.varelalamar.com

http://nixiavarelalamar.blogspot.com

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: D’MARSH COUTURE

STYLE YOU! Presents D’Marsh Couture

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Reverie Menswear

Bold, Eclectic and Presumptuous Men’s Resort-wear Fashions for 2012

The secret’s out! D’Marsh Couture plans to astonish once again, but this time with the quintessential launch of his first menswear collection; REVERIE.

D’Marsh Couture continues to reach new benchmarks in fashion. He equally pays attention to what the consumer wants and needs. “For this season I’ve introduced my first menswear collection titled REVERIE. It’s a bold and colorful selection of resort-wear looks for men with an endogenous flare for style.” The REVERIE line is inspired by timeless pieces that last forever. In a trendy, detailed and efficient way this collection will enable today’s man to take casual to sophistication, or vintage to a chic level. REVERIE captures the essence of a modern day man, with a breath of grace and a hint of gaga.

The designer, Glenroy March creates an eclectic showcase of modern style and vintage design by using an array of colors, and a mixture of fabrics.  His unique fashion touch contributes a range from casual to formal wear for both men and women.

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DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: NYA NYA COUTURE

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STYLE YOU! Presents The NYA NYA COUTURE FALL COLLECTION PART 1

Crystal Harris was born and raised in Atlanta, GA known for its culture, fashion, music and history. At an early age, Crystal was deeply influenced by art of all facets particularly what is now known as her trademark, “urban glamour”. Having such a huge interest and appreciation for design drew her to a career as a fashion designer where she would use her inherited intuitiveness to ultimately create the perfect picture of style known as “Nya Nya” couture.

About Nya Nya Couture:
Nya Nya Couture was established in 2004 in Atlanta, GA. A product of edgy couture by the designer: Crystal Harris. The company’s name originated from her daughter, Nyah who was born in 2002. Nya Nya Couture is a fusion of bold vibrant colors, timeless textures with edgy patterns and embellishments that come together for that “urban glamour” look. Pieces can be worn casual as well as to night events. No two pieces are alike and many include hand crafted detail and/or embellishments.

Mission:
To bring to the world a new standard: “urban glamour”.  Specializing in bustiers: for large busted women with smaller waists. Quality fabric, fit and style is essential to gain the look. Nya Nya sets out to make the “fly” flier, the classy even classier and to catapult into the leading House of design for the cutting edge fashion of the future.

Other Links to “Nya Nya Couture”
www.twitter.com/nyanyacouture
www.myspace.com/nyanyacouture
www.facebook.com/nyanyacouture
www.nyanyacouture.com

You can now view: Nya Nya Couture commercial on youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZ_q5hBkCRo

YUMMY IN PINK

 

Love Jones Red Carpet – NYC

LoveJones Red Carpet – NYC

Love Jones Event – NYC

Love Jones Event – NYC

Love Jones Event – NYC

 

On Sunday, May 8th, 2011 at Gotham, J-Harris presented the 2 year Anniversary and Mother’s Day event of “Love Jones NYC”. Performers included TreyLorenz, Yummy Bingham, Project 718, Que (Day 26), Taj Washington and many more. The event was very intimate and a must-see for any lover of music, arts and entertainment. Checkout www.lovejonesnyc.com for monthly shows and more!

For this event, I had the wonderful opportunity of styling singer/song writer/recording artist Yummy Bingham. The striped cropped blazer, halter top bubble party dress, bracelet, ring, and black glitter pumps were provided by Soho’s Necessary Clothing, NYC.

Elizabeth “Yummy” Bingham was born on January 7, 1986 to Dinky Bingham and Patricia Wyce. The godchild of both R&B legends Chaka Khan and New Jack King Aaron Hall, Yummy Bingham has been surrounded by music since her birth. Her father, Dinky Bingham is a noted musician, singer and producer who is responsible for hits from Changing Faces, New Edition, Kylie Minogue and Jaheim.

For more on Yummy Bingham, she can be found on facebook and on twitter @YummyB4U

The Script – For The First Time

STYLE YOU! Song Of The Week

 

For The First Time has been playing on repeat in my head and mind throughout the day and when I first wake every morning for the past week and I’m still not sure why, but it has definitely had a grip on me. My, its something to be said when a song or anything for that matter, grips you. It’s accomplished its goal.  You see, everyday at work, WWFS Fresh 102.7 New York plays in the background. If you know anything about Fresh 102.7, its a radio station that plays all the hits or everything Fresh! While listing to the morning show with Jim & Kim and then Karen Carson, among other countless hits, The Scripts – For The First Time has been the song that has not only found its way into my mind, but also into my fibers, just can’t seem to get it out of me. That’s when I began playing and listening to this song on purpose. I needed to know what this song was saying. After listening, I consented that this song has obvious emotional value and that it has relevance, especially for me. My favorite line in this song is, ……all these times are hard and they’re making us crazy, don’t give up on me baby. It hits home.

I give this song two thumps up and its worthy to be added to STYLE YOU!’s playlist and I think you’d agree.

STYLE YOU!’s Music Pick Of The Week

“THE SCRIPT – FOR THE FIRST TIME”

BLEU DE CHANEL

STYLE YOU! Fragrance Of The Day!

 

Today, before leaving work, Saks Fifth Avenue, I decided to test some new fragrances.  While walking around the skin care department I noticed a gentlemen that I had met a few weeks prior in the employee cafeteria. I got his attention and we began to chat a little and then he went over the the Chanel kiosk. I asked, “you work here?” He replied, “yes!” I said, “wow, I didn’t even know that.” Anyway, I asked him about sampling some new fragrances and thats when he pointed out Blue De Chanel. The young lady was getting ready to spray a card, but I suggested she spray it on my arm to see how it “reacted” to my body chemistry! You see, the type fragrances that you will typically find me wearing are those that are sweet and fruity. That’s just how I like it, sweet and fruity, but this fragrance didn’t exactly give me that, but I found it to be unexpectedly pleasant, therefore being good enough for me to “write home about it!” I like this fragrance and I’m adding it to my collection of picks.

Bleu De Chanel is a new, woody aromatic fragrance for the man who defies convention, and resists the ordinary every day, finding satisfaction in the unexpected. His fragrance, a provocative blend of citrus and woods, liberates the senses — fresh, clean, profoundly sensual — a signature statement of determination and desire. Be unexpected.

This is definitely an evening fragrance and can be found at Saks Fifth Avenue and online at Chanel.com

http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Fragrance-Bleu-de-CHANEL-89742?WT.srch=1

Presenting GerMichael M. Cole: Stylist, The Style Doctor

Its 2011 and GerMichael is back! Revamped, reinvented, and renewed ready to give you all of your style tips and news! Get ready because the doctor is in the room, the style doctor, that is.

STARBUCKS NOW OFFERS FREE WIFI

On July 1st, 2010 Starbucks began offering free WIFI to its customers!

Of course, before now, Starbucks along with At&t has been offering WiFi to its customers for $3.99 per 2 hours. If you only used this every now and then, it was ok. But if you were a person like me, who’s favorite pass/hang time was Starbucks, then paying $3.99 every 2 hours wasn’t cutting it. The best thing was to purchase and register a Starbucks card. The minimum amount to purchase and put on the card is $5. This is great because with this, it allowed you unlimited WiFi access and I mean unlimited. Even if you only had a dollar left on that card, you had unlimited WiFi access.

Another thing is you didn’t have to worry about punching in that long card number every single time either. Once you have registered the card, from then on out, you just sign in your logon credentials to the Starbucks sign on page and you’re set to go.

I’m just telling all of my little secrets, but also too, if you have an iPod touch, it is automatically linked to your account. I don’t know how and I really don’t care, I’m just telling you my personal experience. Everytime I walk into Starbucks my iPod touch picks up the WiFi and I don’t have to log in or anything. I believe this was only because I had a registered Starbucks card.

Now all of this was pre July 1st, 2010, before Starbucks began offering free WiFi to its customers.

What is the difference you may ask? Well for the Starbucks card holders, there really is no difference. The only real difference is for Starbucks customers who doesnt’ have a registered Starbucks card. What this will do is give the customer their first 2 hours of WiFi for free! Beyond the first 2 hours the customer is encouraged to purchase and register a Starbucks card for continued use. I can dig this! Can you dig it?

So now you know all about the free WiFi offered by Starbucks.

Now as I mentioned before, my favorite pass/hang time is Starbucks. Yes, yes, yes! At any give time you can catch me tweeting and facebooking about my being at Starbucks. Over the course of time I have developed some favorites at Starbucks. I have a lot of likes at Starbucks, but I have listed my #1 favorites.

The Starbucks Iced Lemon Loaf, it is especially good when it is chilled. I have even had it frozen! OMG! Amazingly good!!!!

The Starbucks Chocolate Chip Cookie, it is every bit worth of $1.95. Its big, full of chocolate chip chunchs, and tasty!

The Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato! Now, I have a special recipe and I will share it with you. My Iced Caramel Macchiato is made with its normal ingredients, but I prefer soy milk, for those who may be lactose intolerant. The kicker to my special macchiato is the double shots of white chocolate/mocha! It’s so lovely! I had a love for Sugar Bear, then this mix will allow you to relive those glory days! Speaking of, what did ever happen to Sugar Bear? If you know anything Sugar Bear, holla back at me! LOL

Every Starbucks I go into I like. You want to know why? Its simple, its STARBUCKS! But I only have one #1 favorite Starbucks and if you’ve ever seen any of my tweets or my Facebook, then you will clearly see that my favorite Starbucks location is West 41st Street & Broadway, NYC – Times Square.

Again, at any given time or day, you could catch me here at this location. In fact, I’m here right now, writing this blog!

 

To relive myself of the hustle and bustle of my fast past New York City life, this is where I go. To create your on pass/hang time, go to your nearest Starbucks and began making lastly memories now. And enjoy the free WiFi while you’re at it! #LetsGo!!!

KIMBERLY TAYLOR LAUNCHES T-SHIRT COLLECTION

Young New York Designer adds T-Shirt Line to Expanding Brand

April 22, 2010 – Kimberly Taylor, best known for her signature silk basics, is branching into the knit-wear market with a nine-piece line of luxurious tees, tanks and dresses, ranging from $85 – $145.

The designer applied her trademark “minimalist chic” aesthetic to each detail of the collection. A seasoned New Yorker, Taylor drew inspiration from the city’s urban palette while choosing basic black, white and gray as the three colors for the collection. Double-layered chiffon pockets and sheer inserts add a luxurious finishing touch, keeping the line in sync with the brand’s trademark silk roots.

The collection features a broad variety of styles that range from simple lights tanks, to long loose tees, to the perfect belted t-shirt dress, offering a girl an option for every occasion. Nobody puts it better than the designer herself: “I wanted to give every girl a t-shirt to wear every day of her life, a t-shirt to live her life in.” And judging by the look of the collection, live in it she will.

The Kimberly Taylor T-Shirt Collection is available at the Kimberly Taylor flagship boutique (400 West 14th Street, New York, NY, 212 206-0618).

Kimberly Taylor is a twenty-five-year-old designer who debuted her eponymous contemporary line in Spring 2009, garnering instant recognition for her signature staple silk basics. The flagship Kimberly Taylor boutique opened in New York City’s Meatpacking District on August 1st, 2009, followed by a second boutique in Brooklyn, New York, three months later.

Born and raised in New York, the NYU graduate credits the city as the inspiration behind her minimalist-chic aesthetic, always designing with the modern girl in mind. The sophistication and simplicity of her designs make every piece from the Kimberly Taylor collection versatile and easily translatable from day to night.

The Kimberly Taylor collection is produced in New York City and sold by over 100 luxury retailers worldwide. In addition to the Kimberly Taylor silk wear line, the brand is currently expanding into the high-end t-shirt and handbag markets.

For more info on Kimberly Taylor, visit www.KimberlyTaylor.com

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GQ – Four Ways to Streamline Your Suit

1. Unless you drive a limo or run a record label, save the black suit for evening. Navy is subdued enough for the office without being too formal.

2. A clean, close-cut look calls for a clean, close-cut shave.

3. White collar doesn’t have to be taken literally. Try light colors like lavender and pale blue.

4. Round-toe, not square. End of story.

FOR MORE ESSENTIAL STYLE TIPS, VISIT GQ.COM