NYFW: Malan Breton Spring/Summer 2016

Malan Breton Presents Spring/Summer Collection 2016: Reflections of Sun Moon Lake

Internationally acclaimed fashion designer Malan Breton presented a collection at New York Fashion Week for man and woman inspired by his recent travels to Taiwan's, Sun Moon Lake.

This season Malan Breton continued his Journey to Taiwan series with a collection called "Reflections." This fashion week, along with the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, Breton will incorporate visual elements drawing from his rich background in the arts. The collection incorporates traditional Taiwanese dying techniques, embroideries, silks, and fibers that bring this eastern inspired collection into a modern western silhouette. 

The show featured live music and the use of modern technology to build upon this already stunning story of one of the most inspiring places in the world, Sun Moon Lake. Presented at Style Fashion Week, the collections final touches will be added by Malan Breton's hair partner Ecru New York, with tattoos by Black Lace Skin Jewelry. The show was a multimedia spectacular set to the pace of New York Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2016 collections.  

Malan Breton teamed up with cancer research charity, Sound Affects. In support of Sound Affects, he has donated a finale gown that will be auctioned off during his NYFW Wrap Party on the 15th. Runway photos: Norman Ding.

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Italian Heritage Brand LES COPAINS Opens its first American Atelier in Atlanta & Celebrates with Contemporary Artist ZACHARY CRANE

The Les Copains brand has maintained a decades-long dedication to the support of the arts. For this reason the company commissioned not only a private work by Zachary Crane, but also committed to a direct donation to The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) as well as offering a percentage of its first week’s sales as an enthusiastic commitment to the brand’s support of its new Atlanta home.

The new store opening is indicative of a renewed and focused decision to expand the presence of the Les Copains brand in the US market. The Buckhead Atlanta atelier will be the Italian heritage brand's single outpost in America, and the first in a secession of stores to be rolled out over the following 3 years. Said Francesco Leone, US President of Les Copains, “We felt strongly that the Atlanta marked was best poised to embrace the brand heritage and its modern take on Italian luxury.”

Zachary Crane’s installation, titled “Fabricator” is an artistic interpretation of the design process. A thousand unorganized thoughts amount in an empty corner, as the designer embattles a search for taste and purpose. A dormant room suddenly morphs into an idea consortium as fashion unfolds.

*The installation will be on display in the Les Copains atelier at Buckhead Atlanta through mid-September.

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New York Fashion Week Launches new mobile App by Hopscotch Inc.

NYFW: The Shows by Hopscotch Inc. is a fashion lovers dream app! Whether you are attending New York Fashion Week or experiencing it vicariously, this app delivers NYFW to your fingertips by connecting you with all things NYFW including live streams! 

 The app, NYFW: The Shows, is now available for download at NYFW.com and via iTunes.  Created by a top designer, fans of NYFW will be able to not only stream live their favorite shows but engage with models, designers and top fashion editors as they navigate through Fashion week on their handheld device.  As designers are provided the ability to promote their lines user are given the opportunity to immerse themselves into the fashion world and stay on track with live news and show updates. The first application of its kind, Hopscotch developer David Grau, along with WME, created this unique technology for fashion lovers worldwide to attend NYFW with a personalized exclusive in-app experience.

NYFW: The Shows is undisputedly the must-have accessory of all seasons!

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Fashion Moves: So You Think You Can Dance Episode 15

Stephen “tWitch” Boss  

Shirt: Calvin Klein

Sweater: John Varvatos

Pants: G-Star

Shoes: Air Jordan XIII

Hat: Baron Hats

Photos by FOX/Michael Becker

Cat Deeley  

Dress: A.L.C. Andrea Lieberman Collection

Shoes:  Christian Louboutin

Nigel Lythgoe  

Blazer: Tallia Orange

Shirt: Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Pants: RalphLauren Purple Label

Shoes: Tom Ford

Tie: Bloomingdales 

Styled by Miles Siggins

Paula Abdul  

Dress: Aiisha 

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Jewelry: Young’s Fine Jewelry

Nails: Merricures

Travis Wall  

Suit: Moods of Norway

Shoes: Zara

Watch: Armani

Earrings: Joy-Den Jewelers

The fashionable So You Think You Can Dance crew looked great once again. I'm happy to see Cat Deeley pulling her hair back, so chic. Travis and Nigel always look dapper and Paula Abdul may have us all feeling green with envy in a sexy beaded dress. The best style goes to tWitch this week and that's saying a lot because I'm not a big fan of his looks. But this week, no one, not even I, can argue at how fresh he looked. From the John Varvatos sweater to the Baron Hats hat and down to the kicks, tWitch nailed it head-to-toe!

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE airs Mondays at 8/7c on FOX with host Cat Deeley, judges Nigel Lythgoe, Paula Abdul and Jason Derulo, and mentors Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss and Travis Wall.

Tune-in Monday, September 14th for the finale and to see which one of the Top 4 street and stage finalists will be crowned America’s favorite dancer.

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Classic Style Tips for Men

Are you a little confused when it comes to men’s fashion? Do you wish you had more of a natural flair for fashion? Don’t worry! Some people aren’t born with it. In fact, it’s very rare somebody is born with a natural flair for fashion. These classic style tips are perfect for all men. 

Make Sure You Have the Basics

If you have the basics, you’ll be able to build the rest of your wardrobe around that. Make sure you have a good pair of jeans, some t-shirts, a belt, and anything else you think will help to make up your basic wardrobe. You’ll probably need jumpers, a good jacket, and things like that too. Try to make them interchangeable, so you can make multiple outfits from multiple pieces. You can have some statement pieces, but most things need to be interchangeable so you can get the most value from your clothes.

Only Wear Things You Feel Comfortable In

Don’t try to be anything you’re not. It’s imperative that you only wear clothes you feel comfortable in. If you’re not comfortable, it’ll show. Wear clothes you feel say something about you. When shopping, they are usually the things that jump out at you!

Define Your Personal Style

Try to define your personal style to make shopping and dressing much easier. How would you describe yourself/style? Are you quite modern and classy, or grungy? Use about 3 words and then look for clothes and outfits that fit that description.

Find Someone Whose Style You Admire

Find a sort of fashion muse who’s style you admire to take inspiration from. Don’t get me wrong; copying their style completely won’t get you very far. It can help you when putting outfits together and deciding on the kinds of things to buy though!

Keep it Fairly Simple

Don’t overcomplicate your outfits. You don’t need to! Sometimes a simple jeans, t-shirt, belt and trainer combination can be perfect. As long as you like what you’re wearing and you feel comfortable, don’t worry about layering or doing anything complicated. If you want to look unique, you might try something simple like adding a flatcap. You can try more complicated things later on if you want to.

Consider Your Environment

Considering your environment when dressing is essential. Make sure what you’re wearing is suitable for the event. It’s usually better to be overdressed than underdressed, so remember that! If you’re confused, most online stores have online advisors to help you with any queries you have. People instore can be helpful too. I know people who have had whole outfits put together for them and loved them! All you need to do is ask. Don’t be scared - it’s their job!

What do you think of these classic style tips for men? Hopefully they’ve helped you to put some great outfits together and look your best. You can’t go wrong with them. Leave any of your own thoughts and tips below. 

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ETRO F/W 2015 Now at Buckhead Atlanta

No one does pattern like Etro. No one does print, color and texture like Etro. And no one combines them more harmoniously than Etro. [With a mimosa in hand] I was thrilled to preview the Fall 2015 menswear and womenswear collections at Etro's lavish location at Buckhead Atlanta. There is an inherent richness and luxury to the Etro brand that is so prevalent in Fall 2015 which goes beyond the visual, welcoming the tactile. Visually, in both the men's and women's collections, there exists a vibrancy of color and pattern that through closer inspection, by holding the cloth in your hand, offers equal excitement, appreciation and luxury. The detailing is absolutely outstanding. There is a women's coat for example, with 100 pieces of hand-stitched patchwork and took about eighty hours to produce. The hand-painted velvets for men are exquisite. And the snakeskin women's boots are an absolute must-have!

Etro embraced their textile roots with Fall 2015. Their use of interior textiles, tapestries and carpet motifs was brilliant. The combination of these fabrics are strategic and masterful. Yes, there is a lot happening and Etro called it "controlled maximalism." I call it elegant and sophisticated.

The women's collection has a chic 70's vibe to it, but like their menswear, "retro" is always interpreted in a modern way. [Like the men's tweed jogger! I need it.] There are so many showstoppers. Many of the pieces at Etro Buckhead Atlanta are straight off the Milan runway. Etro is for the style-savvy fashionista or fashionado who loves to wear beautiful clothes. And shoes. And accessories.

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DRAGONCON 2015 REWIND

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Marriott Marquis Downtown Atlanta.  

by Nicholas Cox

Labor Day weekend marks the return of the cos-players dream convention, Dragoncon. Thousands flooded the downtown hotel district dressed as every character imaginable ranging from famous heroes such as Batman to more obscure fantasy figures. The four day event features a Saturday parade that has become an adopted tradition for Atlanta residents. Follow the track of your choice and attend panels on a wide variety of topics before sipping cocktails with Darth Vader and the X-men. The nights are the best party of the year, with  the most accepting crowd and there is a let your nerd flag fly vibe. People watch and snap pics with the some of the most ornate home-made costumes ever made. Next year will be even better. Can't wait!!

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