Catch Michelle / Charles & Ron / Walter Mendez FW/16 Runway Presentation

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Celebrities and Couture Shine at Art Hearts Fashion NYFW

New York Fashion Week is in full swing with Art Hearts Fashion's showcase on day two at the Angel Orensanz Foundation bringing out the glitterati in the seats and glamour on the runway.

Stars including: Scout Willis, Jessica Pimentel, Olivia Pierson and Natalie Halcro enjoyed the 8 designer showcase that ran throughout the day.

Designer Catch Michelle debuted a daring collection that featured prints on leather and ensembles of vests, jackets and skirts. The collection "Dream Walker" played with structure in the experimental and satisfying narrative.

Designer Charles and Ron's chic modern take on classic womenswear was a crowd pleaser in the collection "Saints, Love and Mediterranean lights." Full skirting and subtle embellishment set off the collection that featured block coloring and diverse textures.

Walter Mendez closed the show with an epic collection transitioning from deep reds to dark navy hues and finally culminating in romantic golds. The stunning collection remained darkly seductive yet youthful with impeccable embellishment and lace detailing. WAGS E! Reality Show stars Natalie Halcro and Olivia Pierson did an Instagram and Snapchat takeover for Walter Mendez, live posting throughout the show. WAGS star and model Tia Shipman and transgender super model Yasmine Petty walked the runway for Walter Mendez.

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Recap: Gregorio Sanchez / Pineda Covalin / Willfredo Gerardo FW/16 Women's Collections

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Night one of Art Hearts Fashion NYFW heats things up with a showcase of Latin Designers at the Angel Orensanz Foundation Event Space Manhattan. 

The Art Hearts Fashion Latin  showcase opened with designer Gregorio Sanchez. The collection's crisp cuts and lace detailing were juxtaposed with bold patterns and brought to life with cinched waists. Pops of color and belting enlivened the spirited collection. Bold looks by contemporary handbag designer Kristina George accessorized the collection. Designer Pineda Covalin showcased an expressive collection of womenswear and menswear. The diverse designs brought movement to the New York runway. Wraps, vests and printed dresses burst with geometric shapes and bright colors. Willfredo Gerardo closed the evening with a collection of inspired gowns. As the snow and ice glistened outside New York City, Gerardo's gowns glistened with ornate glamour down the runway. A palate of gold, silver, and sparkling white, mesmerized guests throughout the collection. Celebrity model Daphne Joy closed the show and Jason Derulo came out to support.

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Tracy Reese Fall 2016

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I immediately got a nostalgic feeling upon laying sight on this collection. I later learned that I I was supposed to. Tracy Reese looked to the past for inspiration when designing her Fall 2016 collection which serves as an homage to her hometown of Detroit. This is a beautiful collection that I just can't get enough of. Perhaps it's my love of menswear? Tracy has achieved a harmonious balance between elements of menswear and feminine sensibility. The juxtaposition of herringbone coats, high waisted trousers, pretty lace dresses and vintage-looking furs make this collection a winner this NYFW season. The looks are casual, elegant and chic. And while they posses a nostalgic quality, it doesn't overpower the collection's freshness and modernity.

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BEST & WORST GRAMMYs 2016 RED CARPET FASHION

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The Grammys is the one award show that delivers a little bit of wild to the red carpet. This year, it brought more glam than anything else. There were more hits than misses (and that's not a bad thing!) Adele ruled the red carpet with her new razor-cut hair, her new-found confidence and in a chic, black sparkly Givenchy. Lady Gaga channeled a couture-like Bowie in Marc Jacobs. Stunning. This is the Gaga that we all love. And then there was Ciara, who reminded us (once again) that she has a bangin' bod and no taste. Click through the slideshow above for more comments.

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Cushnie et Ochs Fall 2016

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One of the freshest collections this NYFW season came from Cushnie et Ochs. Carly Cushnie and Michelle Ochs reinterpreted sleek and sexy in a modern way. They reworked and tailored sleeves and created asymmetrical bodice designs in a way that no one else is doing. They took an innovative approach to the slip dress breathing new life into something as staple as the LBD. The fit and flow was exceptional thanks to the always flattering bias cut. There is a head-turning silver lame dress in the collection that you'll want in your wardrobe.

The Fall 2016 Cushnie et Och's girl is a strong and confident woman - as bold as the red lip she wears. The collection presented a variety of short and long dresses and a couple of stunning coats. The skin revealing looks were sultry but tastefully and strategically executed. Cushnie et Ochs were inspired by 1920s film actress Louise Brooks and if Ms. Brooks were alive today she'd be glammed head to toe in Cushnie et Ochs. 

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Malan Breton Fall 2016

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Malan Breton NYFW F/W 2016 collection at NYC's Gotham Hall and appropriately themed "Gotham Disco Dollies" brought all the glam and sophistication that the title suggests.

EDM superstar songstress, Sylvia Tosun, set the stage by performing while the "Dollies" took over the runway in a collection of rich and sumptuous textiles to include angora, lambskin, python and silk. Malan Breton featured an elegant palette of colors like syrah and peacock, but one of my favorites was a pink, like the valerian root flower, that shimmered so brilliantly. Malan showcased it throughout the collection, but when it came out in the form of a fitted suit, I died. That a was a must-have for me. Wow. 

Malan Breton gave us a lot of outerwear in this collection as well. One of the standouts was a leather trench coat for men which later appeared (somewhat) like a wrap dress for women.

Malan featured menswear and womenswear combined and he created these looks to complement and work together as a cohesive collection. His womenswear was absolutely chic. Some pieces made me think of a modern day Jerry Hall. The closing gown was cut to perfection and worn to stop traffic. For men, Malan layered looks and played with silhouette by offering varying styles of tailored pants. He also styled a motorcycle jacket that he paired with evening looks, giving them an edgy rock vibe.

It is clear that Malan Breton has a vision and is honing in on it, polishing it, refining it and elevating it. This is a stunning collection - current, relevant and yet inherently personal and defining. 

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Adele covers Vogue for March 2016

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Adele "25" has been playing in my car since the first week of January. And when I'm not in the car, I find myself humming the album, so Vogue's March cover makes me quite happy.

Adele is a stunning woman on every level. I love her powerhouse pipes, the lyrics to her songs and her modesty and humility. Adele is featured on the March Cover of Vogue and her interview with Hamish Bowles for Vogue will make you fall in love with Adele even more. She opens up and speaks candidly about everything from fame to family. Adele talks about [her] weight and image, the red carpet, wining Grammys and to my pleasant surprise, reveals one of her favorite albums.

Annie Leibovitz photographed Adele for the Vogue cover and for the gorgeous images inside. There's a Springtime romanticism with a touch of Renaissance about the photos that are sooooo Adele. The "fabulous frocks" on Adele's back are Gucci, Burberry, Giambattista Valli, Erdem, Ferragamo and one of the most dramatic pics in McQueen.

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