By Stacy Harshman

Andarina Designs was just coming together.  Inspired by a set of antique glass swizzle sticks, I had been working everyday, designing lamps and chandeliers that threw beams of light through rods of colored glass.

I told my good friend Marcy Clark how excited I was about starting my company.  After watching Marcy conceive of and launch Women’s Mafia, and attending fantastic Women’s Mafia and Yellow Sky Agency events for years, I told Marcy that within a couple of months, I’d be ready to let her plan the launch for Andarina Designs.

But Marcy had another idea.  She suggested I design the lighting for The Women’s Mafia and EngieStyle fashion presentation and launch party “Once Upon A Time” which would benefit a cause I love, the MillionTreesNYC project.  Marcy said she would love to see some of my pieces hung right over the runway.  I was thrilled!  And Engie’s first collection, Rouge et Noir was done in a palette that seemed just right beside my first collection’s rich jewel tones.  Oh, just one thing: the event was only two weeks away!

I called my brilliant design consultant, Roseanne Percivalle, and we stayed up late into the night making sketches.  We would need a lot of glass and each rod must be flame worked by hand before being kiln-cured.

Luckily I had just agreed to a collaboration with the ladies of the Bead Project at Urban Glass.  One of my glass instructors at Urban Glass, Laurie Korowitz, heads up this non-profit project, which teaches talented women glass-working skills.  My project would be their first paid gig!  As a brand new glass artist, I was thrilled to become a part of the community and to meet such a fun group of women.  We had already devised a work schedule but, with fingers crossed, I called Laurie to ask if we could…well… triple the amount we had planned to pump out over the next week.

I was still nervous so I wanted to consult with a stage lighting expert.  Serendipity, in the form of my amazing friend and neighbor Sven Henry Nelson led me to Derek Van Heel, and Derek soon made clear just how much light we needed, and his input changed our vision completely. Somehow, we found ourselves working on an eighteen by four foot, jewel-toned chandelier.

Engie is a new designer like me, so I knew how incredibly important it was to flatter her designs and make sure this event went off like a rocket ship.  With just over a week to make it happen, I decided to bring in Tinc Design and Production Company.

At 1am the night before the event, Sven and I were hip-deep in bundles of glass rods, meticulously counted and sorted by color.  We had pieces of perforated stainless steel hung on sawhorses in my dining room– we were still tinkering around with color placement!  The actual, massive piece had to be assembled on site the day of the show, and taken down right after!

We made runs between Union Square Ballroom and Brooklyn to pick up still-warm glass rods as Laurie and the Bead Project ladies worked right up until the last minute. I left them just enough time to get glammed-up and attend the show.
I was beyond happy with how the chandelier turned out. We were all pretty proud of ourselves!   As Marcy says, “a large group of women getting together is, in and of itself, a powerful thing.”  Working with the ladies of the Bead Project, I found that to be very true.   As much as I value getting to see my ideas become a reality and getting my company off the ground, I cherish the experience of collaboration even more.  I feel fated and lucky to work with Marcy, Women’s Mafia, EngieStyle, and the Bead Project.  It seemed like the bigger my ideas and plans got, the more perfect people showed up with the perfect skill set, at the perfect time.

Andarina Designs fits into a larger dream of mine.  I like to say it’s a feast with a seat for everyone at the table.

www.andarinadesigns.com
www.engiestyle.com
www.womensmafia.com
www.yellowskyagency.com
www.milliontreesnyc.org
www.2D-3Ddesign.com (Rosanne Percivalle)
www.derekvanheel.com
www.tincproductions.com

Presented at Union Square Ballroom on June 8th at 8pm

NY, NY. June 2010 – On June 8th The Women’s Mafia and EngieStyle hosted “Once Upon A Time” a fashion presentation and show featuring the debut women’s wear collection of top stylist Engie Hassan, “Rouge et Noir”, a line inspired by Old Hollywood Glamour and the silhouettes of the 1930‘s and 1940‘s. The room was packed with editors, socialites, supermodels, television and radio media, top fashion buyers and top fashion photographers alike. The event raised funds and awareness for Bette Midler and Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s MillionTreesNYC Initiative and was a who’s who of a New York’s young, hip charitable set.

Sonja Leix, Iman Hussein, Engie Hassan, Shauntele, Elisha Dang, Marcy Clark, Sam Lavey

The successful event was the third fashion show collaboration between EngieStyle and the Women’s Mafia. The Women’s Mafia hosted and co-produced the event and debuted its first print magazine that evening, which featured Engie Hassan on the cover. EngieStyle co-produced, directed and styled the fashion presentation for “Once Upon A Time” which also featured acclaimed couturier Shauntele and jewelry designer Ananda Khalsa, and the show culminated in the a preview of “Rouge et Noir.”

Displayed on gorgeous models provided by FentonMoon Media, under a dramatic $30,000 custom lighting installation by Stacy Harshman of Andarina Designs, the “Rouge et Noir” pieces were elegant, sophisticated and classic, and at the same time still had a modern sensibility. The presentation received a standing ovation from an enthusiastic crowd, which was followed by an energetic after-party and launch celebration for EngieStyle.

Looks by Shauntele in the EngieStyle Fashion Presentation

Looks from "Rouge et Noir" Engie Hassan's debut collection

Sonja, Engie, Elisha and Marcy: The Women's Mafia and Engie Hassan

“This event was very much in line with the Women’s Mafia mission of supporting independent design and providing fun and priceless experiences for our members. I was extremely proud of the amazing audience that we generated for this show and the unforgettable reception that the fashion presentation received. The EngieStyle team are fabulous partners and we look forward to planning with them for our New York Fall Fashion Week calendar”, says Women’s Mafia founder Marcy Clark.

Christina Vescovo, Engie Hassan, Wendy Levene-Goldberg, Iman Hussein, Marcy Clark

The glamorous event supported the New York Restoration Project’s (NYRP) MillionTreesNYC initiative. Thanks to all the participants the organization will be closer reaching it’s goal of a million new trees being planted and cared-for in New York City’s 5 boroughs by 2017.

Event Co-Chairs
Emily Conner, Matt Schmeelk, Wendy Levene Goldberg, Pamela Pekerman, Rachel Shulman, Anisha Joseph, Constance Victory

NYRP Junior Board
Jane Kelsey, Maya Rodale, Stephanie Owens, Christina Vescovo, Heidi Wolf, Sally Wolf, Allison Beck

CREDITS:
Artistic Director, Designer and Stylist: Engie Hassan, EngieStyle
Producer and Head of Public Relations: Marcy Clark, The Women’s Mafia

Fashion Show Designer: Sam Lavey, EngieStyle
Featured Presentation Designer: Shauntele www.shauntele.com
Featured Jewelry Designer: Ananda Khalsa www.anandakhalsa.com

Jewelry Designer Ananda Khalsa and Engie Hassan picking Jewelry before the presentation.

Shoes: EngieStyle’s proprietary collection
Accessories: EngieStyle’s proprietary collection
Hair by Tony Kelly, Cutler Hair Care www.cutlersalon.com
Makeup by Leora Edut www.makeupbyleora.com

Public Relations: Marcy Clark and Alex Beitler, www.yellowskyagency.com
Magazine and Graphic Design: Sonja Leix www.paperpixelarts.com
Web Design: Elisha Dang www.paperpixelarts.com
Lighting and Atmospheric Design: Stacy Harshman www.andarinadesigns.com
Associate Producer: Wendy Levene Goldberg www.fentonmoonmedia.com

Music by DJ Jay McElfresh www.sonodea.com
Videography by Anthony Bowman
Official Fashion Photographer: Shawn Punch www.shawnpunch.com
Event Photographer: Christopher London, Founder & Editor www.manhattansociety.com
Senior Associate to Ms. Hassan: Iman Hussein
Assistant to Ms. Hassan: Emily Endean
Assistants to Ms. Clark: Kristin Wahle, Nelson Vanherle
Additional Press and Promotional Partners: Cynthia Parsons McDaniel, Toni Russo, Myra Harmon

Special Thanks: Cutler Salon, GELMOR LACE, Austins Steak and Ale House, Bahar Shaarawy, Cindi Penrod & Penrod Studios Photography, Roberta and Gary Lavey, Elsayed and Salwa Hassan, Beverly and Barry Clark, Lysette Drumgold (Makeup/Hair), Shpresa “Elssa” Duli (Makeup/Hair), Kevin Uhrin, Amouage Fragrances (Gift Bag) FaceIt Beauty Bar (Gift Bag), NYC Points Acupuncture PC (Gift Bag), Sarah Anolik, Dr. Ameer and Summer Hassan, Jen Reck, Kelly Owens, Katrena Moore, Angelique Velez, Elssa D., Lysette Drumgold, Lauren Killip, Nikki Black, Cody Shultz, Anthony Pla, Nancy Diglawi, Areej Belal, Shergoh Alkilani, Celia Ammerman

Fashion Show last looks, under Andarina Designs Chandelier

Engie Hassan and Emily Endean

Pamela Pekerman, Event Co-Chair and Founder of Bag Trends

Supermodel Zuzana Snow

Personal Shopper John Sweiss, Engie Hassan, Tom Ford Specialist J.R. Mumford

Kevin Uhrin, Tracey Macgill, William Self

Iman Hussein of EngieStyle, Engie Hassan, Sarah Anolik of Vogue

Designs by Shauntele featured in the EngieStyle and Women's Mafia Fashion Presentation

Jewelry Designer Ananda Khalsa, Marcy Clark, Christina Vescovo, Model Lorianna Israilove, Stephanie Owens

NYRP Junion Board Members: Maya Rodale, Heidi Wolf, Christina Vescovo, Sally Wolf, Kristin Blumm, Jane Kelsey

EngieStyle and Friends: Amy Harmon, Iman Hussein, Engie Hassan, Sam Lavey, Myra Harmon, Emily Endean

With reporting by Nelson Venherle and Pernille Fristrup.

Christina Vescovo, Engie Hassan, Wendy Levene-Goldberg, Iman Hussein, Marcy Clark

By Christina Vescovo
NYRP Junior Board Member, Real Estate Professional and Women’s Mafia member

“It is wonderful to see a person contributing to society as an individual human being, regardless of social position or importance.” Raisa Gorbachev, fundraiser and philosopher, (1932-1999)
I was so inspired by the new friendships and the beautiful EngieStyle looks that sprouted in “Once Upon a Time.” It is amazing to work around women who value each other’s skills and talents more than each other’s clothes. However, there’s no better way to celebrate life and success than getting decked out for a fashion fundraiser!
From our first meeting, I intuitively knew that Marcy, Engie, Wendy, and everyone involved in planning this event shared the ability to forge an incredible result…because we each find mediocrity intolerable, our talents must not be wasted.
I was very excited to see a fashion show with an improvisation representing Engie’s early career. I imagine it seemed totally ridiculous that I was actually crying alongside the catwalk, but when I identified with meaning of the story that the models recounted, it was heartfelt. I believe that when you make sense of and find value in your experiences (good and bad), you move forward in life. I know we’ve all had moments that justified throwing in the towel, and I reflected on how much easier it is to attain happiness when you don’t let go of your goals.
I was also reminded that after all is said and done, my happiest moments are when I am able to bring people together for philanthropy. The significance of “Once Upon a Time” to me was that we all came together for a cause to make the city a more beautiful place. I loved seeing Wendy Levene Goldberg encourage several young models to contribute their time to charity; she inspired them to see how amazing it feels to give. I loved hearing my other philanthropist friend Emily Conner’s reaction to Engie’s first look: “I’m wearing THAT to my Christmas party!” And I think we all loved the audience’s applause.
Once upon a time, we each decided that New York City was the place to dream and to make life different. Thanks to Women’s Mafia, on Tuesday, June 8th, 2010, it all came together!

Christina Vescovo, Engie Hassan, Sam Lavey

Thank you Event co-chairs: Emily Conner, Wendy Levene Goldberg, Pamela Pekerman, Anisha Joseph, Matt Schmeelk, Rachel Shulman, Constance Victory; and my fellow NYRP Junior Board members: Allison Beck, Jane Kelsey, Stephanie Owens, Maya Rodale, Heidi Wolf, Sally Wolf.

I also want to personally thank: my hairdresser, Rodney Cutler, for donating four stylists; Alex Beitler (one of my first friends in NYC), for getting me involved in this show; Kasey Blaustein at Veev Vodka (I hear they love it); Jon Simon, NYC Points Acupuncturist, you help me keep my game tight; and NYRP, for letting me do what I enjoy!

Christina Vescovo

www.christinavescovo.com

All pictures of the EngieStyle 2011 Collection “Rouge et Noir”.

Have you gotten your ticket yet for “Once Upon A Time”? Our celeb and socialite-studded charity event co-hosted with Engie Hassan of EngieStyle, benefits Mayor Bloomberg and Bette Midler’s MilllionTreesNYC Initiative. Tickets are selling fast and it is sure to be the event of the season!

Date: Tuesday June 8, 2010
Time: Fashion Presentation at 8pm, EngieStyle Launch Party 9pm ‘til Midnight
Location: Union Square Ballroom, 29 Union Square West, NYC

Get your ticket today or on Tuesday before 4:30pm to be sure you get in!

$100 VIP Ticket; VIP Seating for EngieStyle Fashion Presentation, Drinks, Access and Deluxe Gift Bags, Special Limited 1st Print Edition Women’s Mafia Magazine, Admission to VIP section of After-Party

$30 General Ticket; Complimentary Drink, Special Limited 1st Print Edition Women’s Mafia Magazine, EngieStyle Fashion Presentation and After-Party

Fashion Insiders Create Dynamic Fashion Presentation to Benefit MillionTreesNYC
EngieStyle and The Women’s Mafia Present “Once Upon a Time”
Featuring EngieStyle’s Debut Collection, Rouge et Noir
Tuesday, June 8th at 8pm, Union Square Ballroom

Expected Guests Include
Maria Teresa Fauci, George McCracken (Designer), Gloria Baume (Teen Vogue), Zuzana Snow (Supermodel), Celia Ammerman (America’s Next Top Model), Bahar Shaarawy, Jennie Alvarez (Designer) and more.

Event Co-Chairs
Emily Conner, Matt Schmeelk, Wendy Levene Goldberg, Pamela Pekerman, Rachel Shulman, Anisha Joseph, Constance Victory

NYRP Junior Board
Jane Kelsey, Maya Rodale, Stephanie Owens, Christina Vescovo, Heidi Wolf, Sally Wolf, Allison Beck

On June 8th at 8pm the international fashion stylist Engie Hassan and the NYC social club and online magazine The Women’s Mafia will present “Once Upon A Time,” a fashion presentation to benefit the New York Restoration Project’s (NYRP) MillionTreesNYC initiative.

The fashion presentation will showcase EngieStyle’s premier collection, “Rouge et Noir,” as well as the work of other featured New York designers. The official launch party for EngieStyle, a fashion styling, personal shopping and image consulting company started earlier this year, will follow the presentation and will include guests of the Women’s Mafia, the NYRP and Engie Hassan, Vogue alum and top stylist to royalty and celebrities.

Following an introduction from Marcy Clark, founder of the Women’s Mafia, the presentation will unfold as a fashion fairy tale: a glossy magazine spread come to life with Hassan as raconteur. The highly theatrical presentation, Creative-Directed by Hassan and co-produced by the Women’s Mafia, will present scenes from Engie Hassan’s life in fashion, featuring EngieStyle and Women’s Mafia endorsed designers Shauntele and Ananda Khalsa, and culminating in a preview of EngieStyle’s debut collection.

The Fall/ Winter 2011 EngieStyle Collection by Engie Hassan and collaborator Sam Lavey, utilizes contoured silhouettes, delicate and rich fabrics and the passionate colors of the 1930’s and 40’s, to create a defined wardrobe for the contemporary woman of today. Says Hassan: “My collection is inspired by the modest, classical style of the stars and starlets of the bygone Golden age of Hollywood. With ‘Rouge et Noir’ we seek to capture an aesthetic of extreme elegance, uniqueness and distinction. Cherishing timeless chic in a fast paced world.”

Officially launched by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and NYRP Founder Bette Midler in October 2007, MillionTreesNYC is an initiative of PlanNYC and is a public-private partnership led by New York City Department of Parks & Recreation and the New York Restoration Project. The MillionTreesNYC initiative has set the ambitious goal of planting and caring for one million new trees across New York City’s five boroughs by 2017.

“We share in NYRP’s mission of beautifying and enjoying New York City and we are proud to support their efforts to reclaim and restore New York City parks, community gardens and open space.” Says Women’s Mafia Founder Marcy Clark.

Yellow Sky Agency PR will provide pre- and post-show coverage for all parties involved. Guests will include top editors of all major fashion publications, buyers, stylists, and a star-studded mix of international royalty, celebrities, socialites and top models. Wendy Levene, of Fenton Moon Media and Co-Chair on behalf of NYRP, will serve as associate producer.

Launched in 2005, the Women’s Mafia is founded on the idea that a large group of women getting together is, in and of itself, a powerful thing. The mission of the Women’s Mafia social club and online magazine is to support emerging and up-and-coming designers, artists, small businesses, products and charitable causes, while hosting remarkably unique, special and highly valuable social and networking events for members. Through the online magazine www.womensmafia.com Women’s Mafia editors cover top tier fashion, lifestyle, art and beauty stories for members and readers in New York, LA, San Francisco, the Hamptons and around the world.

Date: Tuesday June 8, 2010
Time: Fashion Presentation at 8pm, EngieStyle Launch Party 9pm ‘til Midnight
Location: Union Square Ballroom, 29 Union Square West, NYC

Ticket prices begin at $30 and go up to $100 for VIP seating and access.

$30 General Ticket

$100 VIP Ticket; VIP Seating, Drinks, Access and Deluxe Gift Bags

Event Proceeds Benefit the New York Restoration Project’s MillionTreesNYC Initiative
Contact Marcy@yellowskyagency.com for press tickets and information.

Feel free to invite all your fabulous girl-friends to join us!

RSVP to marcy@womensmafia.com

Fashion Insiders Create Dynamic Fashion Presentation to Benefit MillionTreesNYC
EngieStyle and The Women’s Mafia Present “Once Upon a Time”
Featuring EngieStyle’s Debut Collection, Rouge et Noir
Tuesday, June 8th at 8pm, Union Square Ballroom

Expected Guests Include
Maria Teresa Fauci, George McCracken (Designer), Gloria Baume (Teen Vogue), Celia Ammerman (America’s Next Top Model), Zuzana Snow (Supermodel), Bahar Shaarawy, Jennie Alvarez (Designer) and more.

Event Co-Chairs
Emily Conner, Matt Schmeelk, Wendy Levene Goldberg, Pamela Pekerman, Rachel Shulman, Anisha Joseph, Constance Victory

NYRP Junior Board
Jane Kelsey, Maya Rodale, Stephanie Owens, Christina Vescovo, Heidi Wolf, Sally Wolf, Allison Beck

Get your ticket today or on Tuesday before 4:30pm to be sure you get in!

$100 VIP Ticket; VIP Seating for EngieStyle Fashion Presentation, Drinks, Access and Deluxe Gift Bags, Special Limited 1st Print Edition Women’s Mafia Magazine, Admission to VIP section of After-Party

$30 General Ticket; Complimentary Drink, Special Limited 1st Print Edition Women’s Mafia Magazine, EngieStyle Fashion Presentation and After-Party

On June 8th at 8pm the international fashion stylist Engie Hassan and the NYC social club and online magazine The Women’s Mafia will present “Once Upon A Time,” a fashion presentation to benefit the New York Restoration Project’s (NYRP) MillionTreesNYC initiative.

The fashion presentation will showcase EngieStyle’s premier collection, “Rouge et Noir,” as well as the work of other featured New York designers. The official launch party for EngieStyle, a fashion styling, personal shopping and image consulting company started earlier this year, will follow the presentation and will include guests of the Women’s Mafia, the NYRP and Engie Hassan, Vogue alum and top stylist to royalty and celebrities.

Following an introduction from Marcy Clark, founder of the Women’s Mafia, the presentation will unfold as a fashion fairy tale: a glossy magazine spread come to life with Hassan as raconteur.  The highly theatrical presentation, Creative-Directed by Hassan and co-produced by the Women’s Mafia, will present scenes from Engie Hassan’s life in fashion, featuring EngieStyle and Women’s Mafia endorsed designers Shauntele and Ananda Khalsa, and culminating in a preview of EngieStyle’s debut collection.

The Fall/ Winter 2011 EngieStyle Collection by Engie Hassan and collaborator Sam Lavey, utilizes contoured silhouettes, delicate and rich fabrics and the passionate colors of the 1930’s and 40’s, to create a defined wardrobe for the contemporary woman of today. Says Hassan: “My collection is inspired by the modest, classical style of the stars and starlets of the bygone Golden age of Hollywood. With ‘Rouge et Noir’ we seek to capture an aesthetic of extreme elegance, uniqueness and distinction. Cherishing timeless chic in a fast paced world.”

Officially launched by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and NYRP Founder Bette Midler in October 2007, MillionTreesNYC is an initiative of PlanNYC and is a public-private partnership led by New York City Department of Parks & Recreation and the New York Restoration Project.  The MillionTreesNYC initiative has set the ambitious goal of planting and caring for one million new trees across New York City’s five boroughs by 2017.

“We share in NYRP’s mission of beautifying and enjoying New York City and we are proud to support their efforts to reclaim and restore New York City parks, community gardens and open space.” Says Women’s Mafia Founder Marcy Clark.

Yellow Sky Agency PR will provide pre- and post-show coverage for all parties involved.  Guests will include top editors of all major fashion publications, buyers, stylists, and a star-studded mix of international royalty, celebrities, socialites and top models.  Wendy Levene, of Fenton Moon Media and Co-Chair on behalf of NYRP, will serve as associate producer.

Launched in 2005, the Women’s Mafia is founded on the idea that a large group of women getting together is, in and of itself, a powerful thing. The mission of the Women’s Mafia social club and online magazine is to support emerging and up-and-coming designers, artists, small businesses, products and charitable causes, while hosting remarkably unique, special and highly valuable social and networking events for members. Through the online magazine www.womensmafia.com Women’s Mafia editors cover top tier fashion, lifestyle, art and beauty stories for members and readers in New York, LA, San Francisco, the Hamptons and around the world.

Date: Tuesday June 8, 2010
Time: Fashion Presentation at 8pm, EngieStyle Launch Party 9pm ‘til Midnight
Location: Union Square Ballroom, 29 Union Square West, NYC

Ticket prices begin at $30 and go up to $100 for VIP seating and access.

$30 General Ticket

$100 VIP Ticket; VIP Seating, Drinks, Access and Deluxe Gift Bags

Event Proceeds Benefit the New York Restoration Project’s MillionTreesNYC Initiative
Contact Marcy@yellowskyagency.com for press tickets and information.

I cannot even tell if it is summer in New York City yet. It officially is not, but when it gets warm, everyone takes that as a sign of summer. But, the weather these past two weeks have been an eclectic mixture. We have had stormy rain-filled days, humid, hot sticky days, and even extra breezy days. Global warming is becoming a true scare as indicated by the un-patterned weather we have been experiencing. With such uncertainty, how does one know how to dress in the morning when leaving home for work? I have the solution. Furi Light jackets.

The Spring/Summer 2010 collection of Furi Light features an array of light-weight, chic, and comfortable jackets for any well crafted woman. When the weather calls for rain, grab your Furi Light trench. Its light-weight nylon material enables the jacket to range from 11oz to 16oz in weight and allows for noise-less freedom. These jackets are stain resistant and water-repellant. This makes them perfect to fold up in your bag if the sun suddenly comes out and it gets hot!

Furi Design has been around for over 20 years; this makes them qualified to get the job done right. The S/S ’10 collection features the classically designed trench, a-line jacket with detachable hood, cropped jacket, and knee-length anorak with detachable hood. The colors include a soft lavender, steel blue, gun metal grey, light grey, lavender blend, natural, and blue blend. Light weight…great colors…virtually noise-less, what more could you ask for?  Oh yeah, the jackets are Teflon coated too. If this description does not prove these jackets to be extraordinary, who knows what will.

This collection has been getting such a great consumer response that it is going to be available all year-round. Ladies, if you cannot go and pick up your jacket today, no fear, you can get one in time for the Fall season. Price Range: $225-$325. Check out www.furidesign.com for more.

She is showing her new Summery looks for 2010/2011 alongside Belabunda Bikinis Summer 2010 collection, which was recently featured in Sports Illustrated. It is a perfect time to start picking out your Hamptons Wardrobe! (Have you reserved your weekends at our Hampton’s House yet?)

Our first 5 members to RSVP get comp tickets to this very high-end and sure-to-be-fun event!

Will we see you this Saturday May 1st at 9pm? RSVP to Marcy@womensmafia.com

Shauntele, in her summer in the Hamptons collection, presents luxurious femininity by using alluring, flattering silhouettes to create a sophisticated balance between elegance and seduction. From her experience tailoring for the likes of Jessica Simpson to her recent performances in competitions like “Style Wars” and “Are You Runway Ready?,” Shauntele always puts forth a voice of creativity, celebrating the new with a nod to the classic. Jorge Ramon, former fashion editor of Teen People, calls her work “newsworthy,” while women in the know are taking note of this fashion gem.

Belabunda, a hot swimwear company out of New York City, unveils their summer 2010 swimwear line. Recently featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, the bathing suits will be hitting stores nationwide this month. Recognized for their fashion forward style, Belabunda strives to make women feel sexy in their bikinis, sipping margaritas by the pool or catching rays at the beach.

The new SLIM by Cynthia Rowley collection of bodywear is the perfect combination of shapewear and lingerie. Not only is it colorful, it’s also sexy. (Keep reading)…

For women, shapewear is an embarrassing subject, because undergarments are so drab that we don’t want to be spotted wearing them. Yet these are adorable, the perfect undergarment that can almost be worn as an over garment!