The multitalented Indira Cesarine relishes the spiral. Her newest series of animated photographic light paintings employing this ancient symbol constitute the “Lumière” Series. Logarithmic and equiangular, the curve repeats scales and is thus considered fractal. I had the pleasure of witnessing the phygital presentation (pairing digital artwork with physical works) at The Untitled Space gallery […]
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Who’s On The Set of ChanceTV?
Playing by Haart’s Rules: Revolutionary Fashion Journey of Julia Haart Julia & Chance are genuine friends. How do I know? By the, “I know you’re full of it”, look she gave Chance more than once. When you hear, “exceptional creativity, innovative thinking, & promoting empowerment across television, beauty, fashion, & politics” you think Julia Haart, […]
Dell Scott Collection Unveils Paragon at New York Fashion Week 24
The Dell Scott show this past NYFW 24 was robust and enlightening. Autumn-leave colored template, overlaying various textile fabrics… each design in the collection reflects a deep understanding of the female form and exudes vibrancy and sensuality. Established in 2015, Dell Scott Collection has made a mark in the fashion industry with its commitment to […]
Sakura Collection showcases Japanese traditional fabrics in New York
Sakura Collection, a project that aims to foster young creators, revitalize regions, and promote cultural and economic exchange through cross-border collaboration, is excited to present the beauty and diversity of Japanese traditional fabrics in two events in New York. The first event is the Texworld New York City, one of the largest sourcing events […]
Top Overlooked NYC Parties of 2023
2023 was fruitful in many regards, post COVID. Businesses are surging, health scares have generally subsided, and remote everything has been replaced with real-time fashion shows, real-time launches, grand openings, notable galas, and artsy exhibits. An exciting year that undoubtedly turned ugly and heartbreaking by October, thanks to a resistance fed up with occupation, and […]
V E R D A V A I N N E mesmerizes at NYFW
New York, NY — September 12, 2023 — V E R D A V A I N N E, the esteemed luxury fashion brand, unveiled its Spring 2024 collection in a mesmerizing fashion presentation that left guests in awe. Held at the exquisite Casa Cipriani in downtown NYC, the event saw a distinguished audience of editors, […]
Chashama: The Wildest Art Gala and Party for Good
The Chashama Art Gala and Party, an ‘immersive’ art event featuring over 200 performers last week was certainly other worldly. Deemed the “most outrageous art party,” (and I will not contest), two endlessly spanning floors equipped with labyrinthine installations, silent auction, food stations, extraterrestrial costumes, ball pit, wild cosmetic and makeup stations kept attendees entertained […]
Adelaide’s underground Salon and Apothecary: Awaken your Senses
A Prohibition-style Speakeasy has taken over the underground spot beneath LouLou French bistro in Chelsea, and we are endlessly curious: Adelaide’s Salon. Laden with palatably curated cocktails, light bites, live music, and performances, amid vaudeville, enter the soda pop door downstairs to the 1920’s underground… and prepare to be delighted. Conceptualized and hosted by […]
AAFA Celebrates Stewardship and Progress with the 2023 American Image Awards
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) hosted the 2023 AAFA American Image Awards last evening at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City. Emceed by the host of Boston Globe Today, Segun Oduolowu, the gala honored inspirational leaders and advocates in the apparel and footwear industries. The AAFA American Image Awards honorees included New Balance Athletics Inc. as […]
Fashion and Fractals: 2 Fashion Designers who incorporate Fractal Art
The term fractal, denoting seemingly chaotic yet intricately comprised geometric shapes and patterns, was first coined by mathematician Benoit Mandelbroit in the 1970’s. Applicable to a variety of cultural arenas, textiles, cellular behaviors, musical sequences, nature and more, Fractyll magazine aims to do a series of feature pieces identifying specific allocations of this sublime artifact. […]