Features
FIT’s 2013 BFA Graduates’ “The Future of Fashion” Show
Where is the fantasy? Where is the innovative use of new textiles? Fashion Weeks have become so boring; all the clothes look the same, I need to see something new and exciting. Sound familiar? Well, … [More]
Cicily Reports from Anna Maier’s Spring 2014 Bridal Show
In the midst of running to all of the New York International Bridal Fashion Week shows, I am actually performing in a theatrical show myself. My matinée's curtain came down at 4:30p.m., leaving me … [More]
Cicily Daniels Reports from Junko Yoshioka Bridal 2014
Well, my fast and furious foray into New York International Bridal Fashion Week continues with my visit to the Junko Yoshioka atelier for a presentation of her 2014 collection. I was again accompanied … [More]
Celebrity Style
Celebrity Red-Carpet Style: Metropolitan Museum’s 2013 Costume Institute Gala
All fashion eyes and some upturned noses paid close attention to this year’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala. Customarily, Hollywood A-listers, pop icons, and fashion’s elite … [Read More...]
Award Season Coverage: Red Carpet Accessories
It’s that spectacular time of year when opulence and glamour unite for breathtaking red carpet fashion. While many celebrities obsess over the details of an acceptance speech, others understand the … [Read More...]
Editors’ Pick
Freeze 24.7 Keeps You Bright-Eyed for Fashion Week
In just a few days New Yorkers will bear witness to the clacking of stilettoes against the hallowed plaza at Lincoln Center. Yes, it is that time again. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week officially begins on … [Read More...]
Editor’s Pick: Camila Alves’ MUXO Bags for the Holidays
Beyonce, the Olsen Twins, Jessica Simpson, Kanye West, J-Lo; hmm the list goes on and on. And you have to ask yourself, does the fashion industry need another celebrity brand? Maybe not, but then … [Read More...]
Beauty
Beauty Alert: Award Season Glam Looks
With awards season in full effect and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on the horizon, it is essential for the confident woman to have her makeup look alluring and glamorous. Fashion Reverie has teamed up with celebrity makeup artist, Charlie Green to … [Read More...]
Beauty Trend Alert: Shimmering Nail Art
Women commonly accessorize their outfits with fabulous handbags or a trend-setting pair of pumps in an effort to transform standard apparel into ensembles that have more pop and sizzle. While this attempt may have an immediate effect, there are other … [Read More...]
Fashion Flashback
Fashion Flashback: Jean Patou
Fashion Reverie takes a look back at French couturier Jean Patou. French couturier Jean Patou is credited for invented knitted swimwear, the tennis skirts, and popularizing the cardigan. Born … [Read More...]
Sample Sales
Wednesday Sample Sale
Fashion Reverie seeks to keep its loyal readers informed of great samples sales. Just remember, product disappears quickly, so it is important to get there early. Also, most sample sales won’t let … [More]
Front Row
FIT’s 2013 BFA Graduates’ “The Future of Fashion” Show
Where is the fantasy? Where is the innovative use of new textiles? Fashion Weeks have become so boring; all the clothes look the same, I need to see … [More]
Angel Sanchez Bridal Spring 2014
Beautiful Chantilly lace, organza, tulle, silk chiffon, mermaid gowns, Cinderella ball gowns; sound familiar? Well, it should because these … [More]
Monique Lhuillier Bridesmaid Spring 2014
Most bridal collections focus primarily on the bride with looks that range from the traditional tulle, chiffon, and silk organza lace-embellished … [More]
Kelima K Bridal Spring 2014
For spring 2014 Kelima K looked to the paintings of Hua Sanchuan, an artist from Zheijang, China. Hua Sanchuan is best known for the paintings in his … [More]
Amsale Spring Bridal 2014
For spring 2014 Amsale Aberra conjured up images of Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday, Funny Face and the cult classic Breakfast at Tiffany’s for her … [More]
Christos Bridal Spring 2014
Amsale Aberra certainly has her hands full during New York International Bridal Week. She designs for three bridal brands, Kenneth Pool, Christos, and … [More]
Model Spotlight
Conversations with Coco
In this third installation, supermodel Coco Mitchell gives advice to young models about personality, charm and evoking mood and feeling in front of the camera. Always aware of what the industry … [More]
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Backstage Fall/Winter 2013
Though Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week fall/winter 2013 is over, as well as London, Milan, and Paris, memories still linger. We all love the way the collections look on the runway, and the way each model … [More]
Trend Report
Trend Report: Punk Chic for Fall 2013
Taking a nod from the Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute’s “From Punk to Chaos” exhibit which opens on May 6, fashion weeks from New York City to London to Milan and Paris in bold statements announced that Punk is back. Gone are the torn … [Read More...]
Spring 2013 Trend Report: High Stepping in High-Fashion Sneakers
Though sleigh bells, stuffed stockings and gifts in shiny wrapping may be on the minds of holiday shoppers, in a just few months retail stores will be packed solid with all types of spring footwear. With that thought in mind there was a noticeable … [Read More...]
Lifestyle & Culture
21 Club Hosts Women’s Luncheon to Benefit American Friends of Rabin Center
Do you remember that classic scene from All About Eve when smartly dressed Margo Channing (Bette Davis) and her nemesis Eve Harrington (Anne Baxter) meet at 21’s as Eve tries to blackmail Margo’s friend (Celeste Holm) in the ladies’ room? Well, … [Read More...]
Les Hommes
A New Rebel with a Cause: Marc Moto Spring/Summer 2013 Collection
James Dean and Marlon Brando really knew how to wear a motorcycle jacket. Think The Wild Ones, Rebel Without A Cause and Giant. In fact, these silver screen icons conjured images of rebellion and self-actualization, just as America was primed for the … [Read More...]
