THE ‘TURKISH DESIGNERS’ SHOW NYFW F/W20

Under the simple moniker ‘Turkish Designers’, Asli Filinta, Deniz Berdan, Simay Bulba and Hakan Akkaya, each showed strong visions that truly asserted their rightful place in fashions is on the runways of NYFW at Spring Studios, Gallery II.

The show, held on Tuesday, February 11th @ 7:00 PM, was generously underwritten by the Turkish Government as well as the Turkish Textile Council.

Designer Asli Filinta showed a collection of easy, draped, tunic inspired ensembles that has a decidedly nomadic feel. The fabrications represented a mélange of colors and textures that seemed at times clashing and at other times harmonic, but always inspired.

Deniz Berdan, mother and daughter team, showcase a very sporty collection. Neon was a large component in the color story, whether it was featured in the linings of hoods or parts of the pants and jackets alike. For fun and intrigue, the designing duo created jewelry that mounted on the models’ faces, heads and even in their mouths to lend an other-worldly, almost alien intrigue.

Creative director, Simay Bulbul offered an easy, inventive take on traditional evening wear that was versatile enough to be worn both day and night. Sheer organza and Chantilly lace were the staples of this monochromatic collection that drew cheers from the crowd as it undoubtedly will with the retailers.

Hakan Akkaya, after his solo showing of his Amish Punk inspired collection a few days prior in NYFW, presented his capsule line of leather and furs in bright metallic hues. Each model walked the runway with full confidence and the audience was visibility excited and surprised to see this side of Hakan. Who traditionally shows only collection in black and white. Fun note… Hakan’s right hand Atelier Assistant, Hilal was one of his models, making her runway debut… fun!

Watch the entire Turkish Designers’NYFW runway here.

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Cultivate - From Ideas to Action with Ragtrade Atlanta

Join the June Ragtrade Atlanta conversation, "When Style Meets Business" this Tuesday evening at Bloomingdales Lenox Square Mall. Learn about what it takes to work in the business of wardrobe. Doors open at 6 PM. 

Fashionado's E. Vincent Martinez moderates the discussion with this fabulous panel:

- Holly Katz Style
Wardrobe & Personal Stylist

- Emily Sistrunk
Photo Stylist & Founder of Pixhouse Studios

- Jaclyn Banner-Akeju
Costume Designer

RSVP HERE.

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Best of 2015

2015 was a fabulously busy year for fashionado. From travel to Cuba to designer runways to epic music festivals, we were in the thick of it and loving it. I went through more than 300 posts to select my top ten. It wasn't easy! After the slideshow below, there are ten links to my 2015 faves. Thank you to all for the loving support. Happy New Year! xo

Doggies on the Catwalk

Havana, Cuba

Raf Simons Dior and I

Jeffrey Fashion Cares

Libby Langdon's Last Minute Holiday Decorating

John Galliano Margiela

Interview: Iris van Herpen High Museum

Erik Rosete's Mister Triple X

Pitti Uomo

Armin van Buuren TomorrowWorld

We moved on up to Buckhead, The Shops Buckhead to be exact! This was a major year for Doggies on the Catwalk: new upscale venue, amazing designers and a huge audience. Our collective efforts raised more than $37,000 for the Atlanta Pet Rescue. DOGGIES ON THE CATWALK

While Cuba continues to be in the news, on a more personal level, I've travelled to Cuba twice now to visit with my elderly father. We spent 43 years apart. CUBA

This was a big year for Jeffrey Kalinsky. As a celebration of twenty-five years at Phipps Plaza, Jeffrey Fashion Cares held their annual bash and runway show at Phipps. The fashion was behind amazing! JEFFREY FASHION CARES

The third annual TomorrowWorld got to a rainy start and only got worse, but hey, we made the best of it. When we couldn't get to the festival grounds on Sunday, we met up with Armin van Buuren in his hotel suite for an interview. Not too shabby! ARMIN VAN BUUREN AT TOMORROWWORLD

This is one of the best fashion films I have seen. Beautifully shot and a good story told. Inspiring and moving.  DIOR AND I / RAF SIMONS

In big fashion news, we saw the "return" of Galliano. JOHN GALLIANO FOR MAISON MARGIELA

One of my most popular features... designer Libby Langdon shared last minute decorating ideas for the home. LAST MINUTE HOLIDAY

New York, LA, Miami... Erik Rosete's Mister Triple X is a fashion powerhouse that is making its mark on the industry with stellar runway shows. I hope to catch up with them in 2016 at NYFW. MISTER TRIPLE X

The first ever fashion exhibit at the High Museum of Art. I had the privilege of interviewing the curator of this groundbreaking show. The show is stunning. IRIS VAN HERPEN AT THE HIGH

The way men should dress. See for yourself. THE BEST OF PITTI UOMO

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Coming Soon to a Blog near you...

E. Vincent Martinez

I've been wanting these for a long time!

The fashionado tee-shirt I am wearing is a prototype but very soon they will be available to everyone.

I'm happy, as in HAPPY, to announce that fashionado is going through some growing pains. And with growth comes changes or as I like to call it, evolvement. Some of the changes you may not even notice while others may impress you - and hopefully engage you too! 

So stick with me. Good things are coming! OH and Happy Tuesday!!

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Atlanta welcomes Kendra Scott Jewelry

Photo courtesy of Dylan York 

She entered the space and it was love at first sight. For real! Kendra Scott had me under a spell. She is a perfect balance of beauty, brains and confidence - a lovely spirit inside and out! Kendra shared her inspiring success story with me just minutes before the grand opening of her first location in Georgia. 

Kendra Scott is located in Buckhead at the

Shops Around Lenox. 

The store is beautiful, bright and sparkly, pretty much like her. 

She's slated to open a second Georgia location this Fall in Alpharetta.

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We spoke of many things, including her dedication to philanthropy. Closer to home, Kendra Scott will be providing all the amazing jewelry for my upcoming

Doggies on the Catwalk!

I'm thrilled!!

Welcome to Atlanta Kendra Scott!

 We're so happy you're here.

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Daily Outfit Inspiration by Demi Styles

T.G.I.F.!

This is the

ideal

outfit after a

long

week at work or school!

Comfy

enough to wear errands, but

amazingly cute

enough to wear during a day out enjoying the

weather. Espadrilles have made a

come-back

and so have

funky animal prints.

Experiment with prints like giraffe or cheetah to add sass to the perfect spring get-up! Check out where you can get this entire look, here:

Top:

Cooper & Ella

Shorts:

Michael Kors

Espadrilles:

Tabitha Simmons

Purse:

Free People

Sunglasses:

With Love from CA

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DEMI STYLES