When the late fashion designer Oscar de la Renta spoke, the world listened — not just because of the exquisiteness of his confections or even because of his stature, but because he was a beacon of wisdom, a shining example of gallantry, an indefatigable advocate for women, and an endless source of inspiration.
Pineapples have long been associated with hospitality.
Last Thursday, as the white carpet was being rolled out for the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards (yes, J.Lo insisted on a white carper rather than the customary red one!), I stopped by Telemundo NY’s “Acceso Total” to chat about some of the red carpet trends we’ve seen over the past few months and what we were likely to encounter during that evening’s awards ceremony.
For several seasons now, models have flaunted glossy eyes on the catwalk that twinkled in a celestial manner — among them those at the Spring 2015 shows of Thakoon, Sophie Théallet, Kenzo, and Proenza Schouler.
This morning, I once again stopped by Telemundo NY’s “Acceso Total” — this time to talk about some of the fashion trends we’ve been seeing on the red carpet and what we might expect to encounter at this year’s Latin Billboard Awards.
As part of a three-year partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), Alice + Olivia just debuted three one-of-a-kind pieces hand-painted by Spanish-American visual artist Domingo Zapata, who specializes in neo-Expressionist paintings, often incorporating mixed media elements, graffiti motifs, and collage techniques.
John Updike once wrote, “What art offers is space — a certain breathing room for the spirit.” In these modern times, the mediums through which to explore art, to unleash one’s creativity through the creation of this meditational space, are seemingly limitless, with options ranging from canvas, posters, stickers, murals, ceramics, vinyl toys, comic books, computer and mobile phone screens, stained glass windows, billboards — and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories.
When asked how she felt about turning 30, actress Michelle Williams, one of my longtime thespian girl crushes, mused: “I don’t feel as shy or nervous or self-conscious.
It’s easy being green when you’ve got the right selection of beauty products!
Earlier today, I stopped by Telemundo NY’s “Acceso Total” show to celebrate Earth Day by showcasing an assortment of eco-friendly beauty products — from cosmetics to skincare regimens, shower gels, body lotions, deodorants, fragrances, and haircare products.
