Nolcha is a leading platform for independent global fashion brands, providing business support, events and online programs for designers and retailers—aimed at making business easier for the fashion minded.
Now in its 9th season, Nolcha Fashion Week consists of four days of runway shows (both solo and collective), an eco-accessory exhibition, fashion business seminars, and special [...]

On Friday, September 10th, I arrived at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, prepared to review Academy of Art for HauteDiary.com and JohnSimonDaily.com (two online magazines that I guest-blog for).  This was my first show since MBFW’s notable switch from the memorable tents at Bryant Park to their new stomping ground at Lincoln Center.
Since 2005, the School of [...]

Last night, my client–mixed media painter Amanda Dolan–unveiled her latest creations in a flirty new fashionesque series entitled, “Dress Up,” making this her 5th exhibition to show at the Ward Nasse Gallery in New York City.
“Dress Up” introduced a darker, edgier side of Dolan (think: less rainbows, more bondage), surprising those who have seen her [...]

The opening for Amanda’s latest installation of artwork will be held on Sunday, August 29th and the reception will feature wine, cupcakes, music and photo opps–in true ‘Amanda’ style.
“Dress Up” will introduce a darker, edgier side of Amanda (think: less rainbows, more bondage!) in this fashion-inspired series.
“Dress Up”~where style & art intersect.
Kick start your Fall [...]

Last night, we held an informational event designed to bring awareness to the amazing organization that is: Rosie’s Broadway Kids.
Founded by Rosie O’Donnell, Rosie’s Broadway Kids gives New York City school kids the chance to experience dance, music and drama who might not otherwise have the opportunity.
Last night’s performance of “Once On This Island” was [...]

When I first started working with The Yantra Mat, I, too, was a little skeptical.  Just like the ancient practice of laying on a ‘bed of nails” (a common method studied in Chinese Medicine), the folks at Yantra Way suggest you lay on their plastic spike-encrusted yoga mat to achieve ultimate wellness.
After a couple of [...]

On June 23rd, 2010, my partner-in-crime, Dion Roy, released his latest EP, “The Nearest Light.”  Impressively, and within 24 hours of release, he cut through the top 10, currently sitting at #9 on iTunes Singer/Songwriter charts.
An instant success, the new album was also just licensed for the upcoming seasons of MTV’s “The Real World” and [...]

Over the weekend, I curled up with Kelly Cutrone’s new book–and unlike any book in a long time, I read it cover-to-cover in one sitting.  Already a fan of her ballsy PR techniques, I knew I’d be fascinated by her point of view on the industry.  What I didn’t expect was to completely relate, to [...]

Although I don’t currently have cable (thank you Hulu.com), I definitely still watch my fair share of TV, and more specifically reality TV.   While its seems that “trashiness” is the prerequisite of a successful reality show, I’ve always been fascinated by the personalities, relationships and interactions of the “real people” on these shows and love [...]

Exchange Bar & Grill, a new local bar where food and drink prices fluctuate based on demand, has attracted the attention of international broadcast media including: CNN Money, Fox, Fox Business News, Thrillist TV, First Business News in Chicago, Al Jazeera Network, Russian Television International, France 24 TV, BBC, and more.  Radio has also taken [...]