Alice in Queens

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Woman's Day Red Dress Awards 2012

Woman's Day held their 9th annual Red Dress Awards at Lincoln Center Jazz Center's Allen Room. The event was hosted by Hoda Kotb of NBC's Today and S. Epatha Merkerson. Guests dressed in red dresses were treated to heart healthy foods and delicious desserts. There were special performances by Javier Colon, winner of The Voice, an unbelievable performance by acapella group Naturally 7, DJ Mia Moretti and violinist Caitlin Moe, and closed with the phenomenal Grammy-winning group Sugarland. Honorees that received awards included Regina M. Benjamin MD, MBA, the United States Surgeon General, Mehmet Oz, MD, Star Jones, and Martha Gulati MD, MS, FACC, FAHA. They spoke of the importance for women, who are usually the caretakers of others, to also take care of themselves and their hearts.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Interview with Designer Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2012 - Glamor at Gstaad

Check out my interview with designer Zang Toi for AsianinNY.com!

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2012 - Glamor at Gstaad

Zang Toi Fall/Winter 2012 - A friend of mine, who is a seasoned veteran of Fashion Week, rarely gets excited these days about attending fashion shows. But one of the few shows that she always looks forward to with much anticipation is the Zang Toi show. The Malaysia born designer's shows did not fail to give a grand show again this season. His inspiration this time was "Glamour at Gstaad", a city in Switzerland where the women and men are strong an stylish.

With the soulful voice of Adele in the background, the show began with with a lush ivory fox fur coat over a ivory french lace mini dress. Following that piece were dresses and suits in luxurious wool, angora, velvet and Loro Piana cashmere. The color palette moved from neutral ivory and black to brilliant ruby. The men's suits were dapper and dramatic. One of the outstanding looks was a silk satin smoking robe in brilliant brush strokes. There was a collective murmur and then clapping in the audience when models walked down the runway in brilliant brush strokes silk satin and organza gowns. The gowns were adorned with jewelry by Precious Jewellery by Amee Philips. After the grand finale of a fabulous organza ball gown with crystal encrusted one-shoulder trail, the entire room stood up for a standing ovation. Whether you're a seasoned fashionista or new to the fashion world, Zang Toi's are a feast for the senses.
Coming soon - My interview video with Zang Toi for AsianinNY.com

Black + Ivory Clarence House SIlk Velvet Zebra Mini Storm Coat, Black handloomed cashmere silk zipped ribbed turtleneck + velvet leggings

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Inspiration: Betsey Johnson

I missed the Betsey Johnson Fashion show, but I checked out their Fall/Winter 2012 collection online and was inspired by one of her looks. So for Valentine's Day, I wore a pair of pink heart Betsey Johnson tights with a Cynthia Steffe poncho, purple rabbit fur scarf and Melissa flats. What do you think? Did this runway look translate to real life?

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Victor De Souza Fall/Winter 2012

The Victor de Souza Fall/Winter 2012 which was held at the trendy Bowery Terrace the Bowery Hotel Hotel, was full of lovely surprises. The Argentina born designer's collection began with elegant jackets or boleros paired with knee length skirts.

The looks which were styled by celebrity stylist Kithe Brewster, at first glance, seemed prim and proper, with models accessorized with glasses, modest kitten heels, and hair styled in a high buns.

However, upon inspection, the designs emphasized the female figure with hourglass shaped jackets and cutouts that offered seductive flashes of skin. As the show progressed, there were more playful, revealing pieces in unexpected textures, such the rose-pink romper covered in silk embroidered flowers.

The materials that were used, embroidered tulle, taffeta, silk, wool crepe, silk organza, heightened the sense of luxury. The color palette was simple, with neutral off-white, black, champagne, rose-pink, earth green, and burgundy. Victor De Souza's looks reminded me of a modern day Audrey Hepburn, the perfect combination of classic and sexy.