We had the opportunity to chat with one of New York City’s most famous bespoke wedding gown designers and chat about his latest collection for the Spring/Summer 2021 Collection. Walking down the aisle in a custom gown is a true luxury and Steven Birnbaum shares some of the details that goes into making your very own one-of-a-kind bridal gown. Enjoy! Can you share with us your inspiration for this latest collection? This collection was conceived during the chaos and tumult of the last few months, when my beloved home city of New York was brought to its knees. There was no…
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There is just one word that stands out when speaking of Lihi Hod’s latest collection, White Blossom, and that word is delicacy. The intimate nature of her collection creates a dreamy aura whether you are looking for gowns of silk organza and beaded tulles, or Mikado silk demurely embroidered and dappled in crystals. The romance continues as she expertly crafted her gowns for classic silhouettes that float with the bride through out her magical day and include special touches such as ornamental handmade, embroidered three-dimensional flowers. Lihi Hod’s vision is tempered, never straying into overt shock factor or the overboard…
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Wedding bells will ring next year, and in abundance. Brides everywhere are looking to Ines di Santo to make all of their frothy, lacey, embroidered dreams come true and her latest Spring/ Summer 2021 collection promises to be positively magical. Her Enchantment wedding gown collection is overflowing with delicious details and chic silhouettes, all of them named for their floral inspiration, like a secret garden of bridal dreams. “This is the feeling that I wanted to convey when you look at my latest collection. I wanted to take your eye on a journey of fantasy and beauty. I have draped…
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There are some things that are synonymous with the word ‘Italian’; food, family and fashion. Standing tall and standing strong, together, is what has always gotten these charming people through whatever history has thrown at them. In true Italian style the iconic fashion house of Bruno Magli came together and found a way to bring the buoyant spirit of their people to the world wide community with their #brunofamily summer campaign. So, pull up a chair, kick off your shoes and grab a glass of your favorite Italian wine. Building upon the Italian luxury brand’s FIRST RESPONDERS FIRST campaign, that…
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As the world continues to embrace and recognize all kinds of beauty, it isn’t surprising that concepts such as body positivity, size inclusivity and diversity are taking center stage within the fashion industry. In fact, an article by Grazia Daily explained that brands, magazines and designers these days are expected to be fully aware of their responsibility to represent a breadth of culture and identities. While many mainstream brands have been quick to introduce campaigns that champion diversity, inclusivity and body positivity, luxury brands seem to be struggling to follow suit. As a consequence, several fashion labels have been heavily…
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Justin Alexander is known for creating timeless gowns for his brides that are dreamy and romantic. For his Spring/ Summer 2021 Collection he took a page from the jazz era of America in the 1930’s, almost one hundred years ago, and reinterpreted the lush bead work and art deco lines into frocks that you can dance the night away in. “The Justin Alexander Signature Spring/Summer 2021 collection was inspired by the sleek and sultry vibe of 1930’s jazz. Similar to the sounds of that era, this season’s styles are full of depth and range- featuring mixed textures, unique and ornate…
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Just because the home gym experience is moving like wildfire across the globe doesn’t mean that you can wear just anything as you get those reps in because, let’s face it, there is an extremely high chance that you’ll be sharing your caloric victories across a myriad of social media platforms. Let no tricep dip go uncelebrated. You didn’t have to, but you did it anyway. Like the warrior that you are. And as you share that perfect post press-up pic be sure that you are dressed appropriately. Check out some of our favorite fitness fashion for today and the…
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The iconic Italian fashion house of Missoni is pushing forward into the new decade in big ways, presenting it’s new eyewear collection in collaboration with Safilo, opening their latest flagship store in Miami, and of course presenting eyepopping prints for the seasons to come. M MISSONI just unveiled its first flagship boutique in the Aventura Mall, one of Miami’s ultimate fashion destinations. The 110m2 boutique, conceived of by Margherita Maccapani Missoni, M Missoni’s Creative Director, in collaboration with the Italian architect Barbara Ballabio of BBArchitetti, presents a new design concept for M Missoni that alters the genetic codes of the…
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When the Sugar Plum Fairy meets frothy dreams shimmering amongst tinkling silver wedding bells you’ve stepped into the whimsy and art of Ines di Santo. This fall 2020 the designer’s collection ‘Under The Impression’ explores the transformation of color and texture of the Impressionist art movement with magical and airy fabrics that shift and veil and unveil in unexpected ways. From delicate tones of white and crème to shocking shades of cherry, cobalt and purple, Ines di Santo chose a prismatic palette for her couture collection. And, this year marks her inaugural debut collaboration with the esteemed Italian shoe maison…
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This upcoming year Bibhu Mohapatra has created a Spring/Summer collection filled with bright, deliciously colored dresses, gowns, pant suits and blouses. Inspired by the book ‘Nothing Personal’, which explores American identity, by Richard Avedon and James Baldwin, Mohapatra dove deep into the world of American diversity with bold colors and dramatic angles. It wouldn’t be American without a little something to reflect where we came from and for this you will find delicate detailing, from shimmering embroidered crystals from Czech to organic linen grown in India, everything perfectly woven together to be something special, something unique, something Bibhu. Whether it’s…