As always, the Women’s Mafia is providing an un-paralleled experience for our members and guests to celebrate all things mega-glam and self-loving this Valentine’s Day with a Fashion Week Beauty Bar hosted by Jason Hayes, Hairstylist for The Rockettes, major motion pictures, Broadway and television shows like SNL and Gossip Girl, and Lora Condon, award-winning aesthetician, GMA makeup artist and “The Lash Dr.”  Enjoy special cocktails, valentine’s chocolates and make valentine’s for your sweethearts at this exclusive, private event.

The Love Lounge

The Official Fashion Week Valentine’s Day Beauty Bar

February 14th from 4-8pm

Love Yourself Packages:
The Sweetheart Deal – Glam Lash Extensions by Lora the Lash Dr., A Blowout or Updo by celebrity hairstylist Jason Hayes, and a Beauty Touch-Up – $90*
Brilliant Blowouts – $25*
Retro-Glam Updo’s – $45*
Glam Lash Extensions by The Lash Dr.  - mini-set lasts 4-6 weeks $45*
Beauty Touch-Ups – $25*

Hot House Flowers Beauty, Inc.
315 West 39th St. Studio 509-510. Between 8th and 9th Avenues
Doorman until 6pm, call 212.807.8808 after 6pm.

*A Portion of all proceeds benefits CTI/Suitability, a Non-profit dedicated to helping women become economically independent. www.suitabilityma.org

Private Industry Event by Appointment Only – 212.729.9619. The first 10 Press who book appointments can experience one complimentary service.

RSVP to Marcy@yellowskyagency.com, subject “Love Lounge.”

PLANETE CHIC NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
Fall 2012 collections

Planete Chic is focused on bringing both emerging and established  domestic and International fashion houses to the world’s leading Fashion Weeks in order to help promote designers in competitive markets.

Wednesday, February 8, 6-8pm
Open House Gallery , 201 Mulberry st, New York
Media/Press : 5:30pm – Show starts @ 6:30pm

New York Fashion Week Kick-Off Event featuring:

Espen Salberg
Born in Norway, after living in Italy for many years, he is Bali based since 2007. After presenting at Hong Kong Fashion Week past season, he is making its New York debut with ‘FIRMATO’ his Fall 2012 Couture collection

Shauntele
Shauntele presents a multidimensional femininity by combining tailored, body conscious constructions with details of soft draping. Alluring yet flattering silhouettes create a sophisticated balance between elegance and seduction. Her approach ushers in a new respect and understanding of modern woman’s duality. Both femininity and function meet to create versatile classics to be treasured as mainstays in any wardrobe. Launched in 2008, Shauntele’s clientele includes some of the most influential women on the Manhattan social scene, such as Ivanka Trump and actress Judy Reyes.

RSVP to planetechic@yellowskyagency.com

*This invitation is for one person and is not transferable.  RSVP required. Dress code to attend shows is ‘Elegant.’  21+ only

Sponsors and Partners:

ASTONISH World, the digital community for ASTONISH Magazine

Sakiri Vodka

Lunae Moscato

Vendome Macarons

Engie Hassan of EngieStyle

Marcy Clark of Yellow Sky Agency, Public Relations

Phuong My Designs

W.i.P – Work in Progress, the new endeavor by the founders of Greenhouse

– Exclusive Event Features Performances and Sing-alongs with the Broadway Dolls –

New York. December 7, 2011 — Guests of the swanky Champagne and Caroling Black Tie event will be sure to leave with a swing in their step and a song on their lips after enjoying a private concert December 20, at Winston’s Champagne Bar.

Financiers and art patrons David Cote and Adam Sansiveri of Bernstein Global Wealth Management are hosting a benefit for The Broadway Dreams Foundation featuring the acclaimed Broadway Dolls. In this intimate setting for only 75 guests, Broadway stars, celebrities, socialites, and fellow benefactors will enjoy champagne, delectables, exclusive original performances and the opportunity to sing along with the best female singers of the Great White Way.

“What gets me excited about this intimate holiday event is that it is a return to the style and sophistication of old New York,” said Cote. “We can’t wait to have our guests enjoy their favorite holiday carols, sung by the biggest stars on Broadway. We are taking a page from the Gatsby era of elegance to provide a magical experience for our guests.”

Sansiveri, who has also produced Broadway shows, added, “This dynamic event brings together the official girl group of Broadway, The Broadway Dolls, with a cause near and dear to their hearts: supporting educational opportunities for young people to go after their dreams of gracing the Great White Way. The Broadway Dolls, all triple-threat actresses currently working on Broadway, know that making it as an actor requires intensive training, mentorship and support.”

It is sure to be a stylish scene with David Cote and Adam Sansiveri debuting the new custom Tuxedo line from Black Lapel and the Broadway Dolls styled by Engie Hassan of EngieStyle with the timeless new jewelry from The Travelers Collection.  Guests will enjoy the superior Champagne from Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte along with some memorable delectables from Winston’s and will be treated to the unforgettable desserts from Lady M Confections. Additional sponsors and partners already confirmed for this prestigious holiday event include: One Sky Jets, Accounting Management Solutions, Inc. (AMS), Christie’s Fine Art Storage Services, Marcy Clark of Yellow Sky Agency Public Relations and Engie Hassan of EngieStyle.

The Broadway Dolls are the undisputed official girl group of Broadway with five of the White Way’s most sought after triple-threats. With four full-length production shows and counting, the Dolls pull from a roster of the most fiercely talented women in the business. The Broadway Dolls hail directly from the Broadway companies of “Mamma Mia”, “Chicago”, “Spiderman: Turn off the Dark”, “Rock of Ages”, “Memphis”, “Jersey Boys”, “Million Dollar Quarter”, “Rent”, “Hairspray”, “Annie Get Your Gun”, “Legally Blonde”, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”, “Grease”, “The Wedding Singer”, “A Chorus Line” , “Good Vibrations”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Spamalot”, “Wonderland”, and more.  No other entertainment company in the theatrical community boasts such an accomplished and diverse team of working actresses.  Recent television appearances include opening for the “World Champion Boxing Match” in Quebec (HBO), and headlining the “National Vocal Championship Finals” (ABC). www.thebroadwaydolls.com

Champagne & Caroling
December 20th 7-10pm
Winston’s Champagne Bar at the Gansevoort Park Avenue, 420 Park Ave South

Hosted by:
David Cote and Adam Sansiveri of Bernstein Global Wealth Management
The famous Broadway Dolls
Marcy Clark of Yellow Sky Agency
Engie Hassan of EngieStyle

Open Bar, Appetizers and an Exclusive Performance for 75 guests
Sing along with the best female singers of the Great White Way!

Tickets available for a $125 Donation, while available.

By invitation only. Space is limited.
RSVP to Marcy@yellowskyagency.com to request an invitation.

The Broadway Dreams Foundation, a nonprofit arts-education organization, is dedicated to presenting training, mentoring and career opportunities in dancing, singing, writing, acting and performance to students and adults alike, regardless of their socioeconomic capabilities.  Intensive programs are offered nationally throughout the year, led by an exceptional faculty of high-profile and experienced Broadway professionals.  The unique programs offer highly personalized and supportive coaching, an exciting collaborative learning environment, scholarships and ongoing networking to build confidence and life skills that can only be learned through the arts. Former and current students are currently performing in Broadway shows. www.mybroadwaydreams.com

Winston’s Champagne Bar is the foremost destination for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a menu of fine and rare Champagne. The venue’s buyers have produced relationships on a global level that gives Winston’s unique and consistent access to the world’s greatest Champagnes. For less practiced guests, Winston’s is committed to offering a full range of Champagnes and wines by the glass as well as inspired sparkling cocktails. Winston’s also offers a complete schedule of private and semi private tastings and creative educational tutorials.  Winston’s Champagne Bar is located at 420 Park Ave South, right off the lobby of the Gansevoort Park Hotel. www.winstonschampagnebar.com

Accounting Management Solutions, Inc. (AMS) is the leading supplier of outsourced accounting and financial management services for the Northeast and the New York metro area.  AMS supports public, private and nonprofit organizations of all sizes with experienced industry-specific consultants, including CFOs, vice presidents of finance, controllers and senior accountants, on an outsourced part-time, interim, and project basis.  The company recently added retained search to its roster of services and has placed several nonprofit finance executives. www.amsolutions.net

OneSky Jets is one of the largest Charter Jet companies in the US and is part of Sentient Jet. Onesky jet does not own or manage their own jets. Instead, we’ve built a unique model which unites the top private jet carriers into a cohesive network, empowering our clients and Members with access to the finest, most luxurious private jets. This access comes with peace of mind through our industry leading safety due-diligence program and added comfort through the knowledge that our state of the art command center is tracking every detail of every flight. www.onesky.com

The event is by invitation only and space is limited. RSVP to request an invitation or learn about sponsorship opportunities. Email Marcy@yellowskyagency.com to RSVP and visit www.womensmafia.com to purchase tickets.

Sponsors Already Confirmed:

My current Rebecca Minkoff handbag is the best-quality handbag I have EVER had. It still looks new after over 6 months and it goes with everything. Get yours this week!!!

www.rebeccaminkoff.com

www.benminkoff.com

The Women’s Mafia, EngieStyle, Dynamic Outdoors and Dr. Nadia M. are coming together to support GEMS (Girls Educational & Mentoring Services) and to have a most elegant, fun and memorable Halloween ever!

Out Guests will enjoy a costume contest hosted by EngieStyle, a raffle of amazing trips with Dynamic Outdoors and much more. There are Drink Specials till 10pm and admission is only $20 online or $25 at the door, all proceeds benefitting GEMS. Tickets will be at this link. RSVP to Marcy@yellowskyagency.com by Oct. 26th or and get your ticket sooner!

Ticket and Donation to GEMS

ASTONISH MAGAZINE & ASTONISHWORLD LAUNCH EVENT
Guests Previewed The First Print Edition of ASTONISH Magazine and New Ready-to-Wear and Couture Collections by Designer Phuong My

Featured Guests & Host Committee:
ASTONISH Publisher Ryan Chua, ASTONISH VP of Operations Brandon Leong, EngieStyle Founder Engie Hassan, Jewelry Designer J. Rudy Lewis, Financier & MyModel.com Founder David Cote, Publicist & Women’s Mafia Founder Marcy Clark, Philanthropist & Seven Bar Foundation Chairwoman Renata M. Black, Seven Bar Foundation President Kim Hoedeman, Designer Sabina Les, Yellow Sky Agency Founder Alejandro Beitler, Music Producer & Airgo Music Founder Jimmy Greco, Rock Artist Ming Vaadka, Producer Patrick Terry, R&B Artist AC Lincoln, Gossip Queen & Radio Host Flo Anthony, and Lita Asscher of Royal Asscher Diamonds, Grammy Nominated Artist Emily King, DJ Poet of The Black Eyes Peas, Jazz Legend Kim Kalesti, GenArt Founder Ian Gerard

Event Partners:
Sakiri Vodka Founder Sath Nop, Biso Wines Founder Mike Bazzini, John Sweiss of Bite Size New York, Lisa Mecray Rogers of Luxx Chocolat, DJ Jay McElfresh, DJ Von Kiss, Eric Alt Salon, Makeup Artist Valerie Vonprisk, Kett Cosmetics, Yaby Cosmetics, Pamela Quinzi Shoes, Kitty Andrews Millinery and The Gansevoort Park Avenue

New York, NY. September 2011. On September 7th, the eve of New York Fashion Week, 300 guests received a coveted invitation to the launch party for ASTONISH Magazine and ASTONISHWorld at the elegant Gansevoort Park Avenue Hotel. Press, Fashion Glitterati, the Bloggerati and celebrities of music and film were treated to a raging event and an unforgettable Fashion Show by fast-rising designer Phuong My. Guests were greeted with advanced copies of the premier issue of ASTONISH Magazine, a game-changing new high end fashion publication that features emerging photographers, stylists, designers and models. Once inside the Penthouse, fashion insiders, models, artists, press and VIP guests enjoyed hip cocktails by Sakiri Vodka, fruity Lunae Moscato by Biso Winery, Mediterranean delectable’s by Bite Size New York and gourmet confections by Luxx Chocolat, all whilst dancing to the tunes of DJ Jay McElfresh.

Backstage, Engie Hassan and the team at EngieStyle worked with designer Phuong My and her atelier to fit and finalize garments on models. Eric Altimore and the pitch-perfect team from Eric Alt Salon managed hair while key makeup artist Valerie Vonprisk worked with teams from Kett Cosmetics and Yaby Cosmetics to create a signature fresh, high-fashion face. Phuong My’s looks were finished with shoes by Pamela Quinzi and custom hats by milliner Kitty Andrews. EngieStyle provided jewelry by the Royal Asscher Diamond Company and Jewelry Sponsor J. Rudy Lewis for featured looks and VIP guests.

Super Model Lorianna Izrailova in Phuong My Couture, Runway Photos by Jodi Jones

After Yellow Sky Agency PR seated the VIP guests, DJ Von Kiss played music as Phuong My thrilled the crowd with 25 elegant, structural and inimitable ready-to-wear women’s looks and then 10 couture looks that showed off her mastery of manipulating shapes. An ovation of applause greeted designer Phuong My and ASTONISH Publisher Ryan Chua alike. Designer Phuong My embodies the magazine’s essential mission of showcasing the best emerging Fashion Artists of today.

The highly anticipated first print edition of ASTONISH Magazine hits major US newsstands on September 27, 2011. It is the answer to an industry starved for smart, unique and visually stimulating Fashion & Art content. Its goal is to inspire, reinvent and revolutionize the fading publication industry with stunning imagery, insightful social commentary and interviews with emerging artists and industry professionals. ASTONISHWorld offers a unique experience for fashion students, photographers, designers, stylists, models, makeup artists, hairstylists and bloggers to participate in the magazine and connect them with fashion industry leaders in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Russia, Japan, China, and Korea. Become a part of the movement at www.astonishmagazine.com.

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Guest, ASTONISH Publisher Ryan Chua, Publicist Marcy Clark, Jeweler J. Rudy Lewis, VP of Operations Brandon Leong and Model Lorianna Izrailova

ASTONISH Publisher Ryan Chua, Magic Johnson's son EJ Johnson, Doug Melville of Red Carpet Runway and VP of Operations Brandon Leong

Models with Milliner Kitty Andrews

Team ASTONISH

ASTONISH Men's Editor Kristen Irby with Designer Ninh Nguyen

Model Lorianna Izrailova, Gen Art founder Ian Gerard, Astonish Publicist Marcy Clark and Model Ash Mirza

Engie Hassan and the EngieStyle team

Grammy Nominated Singer Emily King, Trum Thuy, Event Producer Marcy Clark, R&B Artist AC Lincoln, Jeweler J. Rudy Lewis & Jazz Legend Kim Kalesti

Author and Beauty Expert Lora Condon with Montana USA, Men's Wear Designer Alexander Tedford and stylist Jaymz Crow

Event Sponsor J. Rudy Lewis and his associates at the J. Rudy Lewis Jewelry Design Atelier

Guests from Women's Wear Daily

Douglas Melville of Red Carpet Runway & VIP Guests

Gossip Queen & Radio Host Flo Anthony, with Philanthropist and Film Producer Dhonna Goodale and The Salon Guy

ASTONISH VP Ryan Colby with his model clients

The Salon Guy Stephen Marinaro Interviewing Engie Hassan

J. Rudy Lewis being interviewed by The Salon Guy

Luxx Chocolat founder Lisa Mecray Rogers with guest and Tatyana Titkova

Members of the NYC Fashion Bloggers with J. Rudy Lewis and guest

Financier and MyModel.com Founder David Cote, Philanthropist Lisa Goldman, guest Jeff Zee

Socialite Guests of Engie Hassan

Ashley Crossman, Alejandro Beitler, Mike Bazzini

Event Produced by Marcy Clark of the Women’s Mafia and Yellow Sky Agency PR. More photos and Video Links:

August Young – Photographs
http://augustyoungphotography.zenfolio.com/p874270276

The Salon Guy – pictures and video
http://www.thesalonguy.com/media/astonish-magazine-launch-party-with-designer-phuong-my-for-ny-fashion-week

Sunny Norton -  Photographs
http://sunnynorton.smugmug.com/Events/ASTONISH-MAGAZINE-Launch-Party

More coming soon at www.ASTONISHMagazine.com. Say you are with the Women’s Mafia to secure your coveted subscription to ASTONISHWorld and join the movement!

Media Contact: Marcy Clark
Yellow Sky Agency
212.729.9619
Marcy@yellowskyagency.com

Fifteen lucky Women’s Mafia readers will have the opportunity to win tickets to their exclusive Fashion Industry event on September 7th at the Gansevoort Park Avenue in New York. Will you be one of the lucky 15?

RSVP to Marcy@womensmafia.com today with ASTONISH TICKET in the subject line to be entered to win. Good luck!
Marcy Clark
Founder, The Women’s Mafia    www.womensmafia.com
Director, Yellow Sky Publicity    cell: 212.729.9619 fax: 212.208.2579 Marcy@yellowskyagency.com

Media Contact: Marcy Clark
Director, Yellow Sky Publicity
cell: 212.729.9619  fax: 212.208.2579
Marcy@yellowskyagency.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

ASTONISH MAGAZINE LAUNCHES THIS NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
Announces Collaboration With Designer Phuong My To Debut Corset-Inspired Collection
Sept. 7th 8-11pm at The Gansevoort Park Avenue
Fashion Show at 8:30pm Sharp, Seating at 8pm

Event chairs: ASTONISH Publisher Ryan Chua, EngieStyle Founder Engie Hassan, Financier & MyModel.com Founder David Cote, Publicist & Women’s Mafia Founder Marcy Clark, Jewelry Designer J. Rudy Lewis, ASTONISH VP of Operations Brandon Leong

Host Committee: Seven Bar Foundation Chairwoman Renata M. Black, Seven Bar Foundation President Kim Hoedeman, Gossip Queen & Radio Host Flo Anthony, Designer Sabina Les, Yellow Sky Agency Founder Alejandro Beitler, Music Producer & Airgo Music Founder Jimmy Greco, R&B Artist AC Lincoln, Punk Burlesque Artist Ming Vaadka, Producer Patrick Terry and Lita Asscher of Royal Asscher Diamonds

New York, NY. September 2011. Ask publisher Ryan Chua where he got the divine inspiration for ASTONISH Magazine and he will tell you to look no further than your local newsstand. Month after month magazines line the newsstands packed with the same tired fashion editorials and banal commentary – one indistinguishable from the next. ASTONISH Magazine embodies its name – it astonishes readers with brave, edgy original images chosen purely for their visual merit. It is the answer to an industry starved for smart, unique, and visually stimulating Fashion & Art content. This category defying publication is not merely a high-end print magazine, but a multi-media platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent in a global spotlight. Its goal is to inspire, reinvent, and revolutionize the fading publication industry.

The wait will be over come September, when ASTONISH Magazine debuts with a truly unique Fashion Show Launch Party. In conjunction with the Seven Bar Foundation, fashion insiders and celebrities alike will come together to view Phuong My’s new couture collection. Proving once again that ASTONISH Magazine is more than just another pretty face on the newsstand – it brings together the present and future creative talents. A celeb-studded event, guests will include major Fashion Stylists, Editors and Insiders, as well as popular actors, musicians and reality television stars. Guests will enjoy hip cocktails by Sakiri Vodka, delicious wine by Biso Moscato and Wines, mediterranean snacks by Bite Size New York and gourmet confections by Luxx Chocolat, all whilst dancing to the tunes of DJ Jay McElfresh.

ASTONISH chose Phuong My because she embodies an essential mission of the magazine: to inspire, redefine, and revolutionize the Fashion and Publication Industry by giving focus to the best emerging Fashion Artists working today. Vietnam born Phuong My has already proved her Fashion Credentials and stunned the style cognoscenti in San Francisco, New York City and Asia, being featured in top tier Fashion Shows such as the Women’s Mafia Spring ’11 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Show and BLACK V in San Francisco. This Summer Phuong My is being honored as the closing Fashion Show designer for Tokyo’s Fashion Week event, featuring Miss Japan and Miss Universe contestants.

Her work has recently been seen in prestigious publications such as Italian Vogue, Elle Vietnam, Haute Magazine, Asterisk Magazine, Truxury Magazine and more. As a Stylist and Art Director, she has already been tapped for Elle Vietnam and Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam. Her work will be featured in Vogue Mexico as well as Harper’s Bazaar’s first issue in Vietnam this Summer.

Despite an abundance of reality shows, books, and movies centered around the fashion publication world, it still remains opaque to those outside of it. ASTONISH is unique in that it invites emerging artists (photographers, stylists, fashion designers, models and collaborators) to submit their work for each issue. Every issue is defined by a theme, Issue One being: Love Lust Desire. From there, submitting artists have complete creative freedom to interpret the theme in their work. Unlike other overly commercialized publications, ASTONISH is a movement uniting artists and their work under the ASTONISH curatorial eye. With stunning imagery, insightful social commentary, and interviews with industry professionals, ASTONISH delivers a powerful experience to its readers.

While so many magazines these days talk at their readers, ASTONISH seeks to have a dialogue with their readers. While there is no substitute for the tactile experience of the print magazine, visionary developer Richard McWilliams is making sure the ASTONISH experience continues in the digital realm. Online, ASTONISH will not only feature videos, behind the scenes featurettes, and beautiful premium images, but a unique online community that will keep the illuminating dialogue going. In addition to this, McWilliams, who acts as Chief Technology Office, will soon be introducing a revolutionary way to connect with the global fashion community with the new version of AstonishMagazine.com in the Fall. ASTONISH Magazine truly embraces the innate qualities of the print and digital forms and seeks to bring a modern approach to delivering the finest fashion and art masterpieces to their readers. As the first print magazine created for the digital age ASTONISH provides a unique opportunity for advertisers. With innovative all-encompassing advertising plans, ASTONISH advertisers will reach influential readers wherever they go, from the page to the computer screen and beyond.

Gearing up for its hotly anticipated inaugural issue in the Fall; ASTONISH’s digital magazine and blog content is already read in over 30 countries. With a core base of readers that are fashion students and industry professionals from around the globe – its appeal extends to all those who desire a serious career in the fashion industry. The ASTONISH reader includes aspiring and established photographers, fashionistas, bloggers, stylists, models, designers, and anyone who has been searching for the visually stimulating magazine that this industry has been missing.  With an ever-growing audience, the ASTONISH team plans to capture 50,000 new readers with each quarterly issue of the magazine – with as many visits to the online site per month. The wait will be over come September, when ASTONISH Magazine debuts with a truly unique Fashion Show Launch Party.  In conjunction with the Seven Bar Foundation, fashion insiders and celebrities alike will come together to view Phuong My’s new couture collection. Proving once again that ASTONISH Magazine is more than just another pretty face on the newsstand – it brings together the present and future creative talents. Join the movement, be a creative leader of the future, and prepare yourself to be astonished when ASTONISH Magazine ushers in the new era of publication in September.

Astonish Magazine has headquarters around the world, from San Francisco to New York and Europe. Read the first issue and become a part of the movement at www.astonishmagazine.com.

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AC Lincoln

Your Local Gentleman

Live At Canal Room Thursday August 18th at 8pm
Debut of new songs from the Upcoming Album “Mr. International” including: “Senorita,” “Turned On,” “Machine” and “Mr. International”

“Multi-talented” – New York Times

“Explosive… crooning… furious bursts of tap dancing” – Notes from the Underground, T Magazine

Born on the Island of St. Croix, in the middle of his parents’ tour of the US Virgin Islands, this multi dimensional R&B singer, Composer, Producer and Tap Dancer began his career at an early age. Known for sultry and smooth vocals, groove-driven rhythms and an electric, dynamic stage presence, AC Lincoln has been traveling and performing with his family of acclaimed Jazz and R&B singers his whole life. Now, prior to launching his East Coast Tour, AC Lincoln is previewing songs from his EP “Mr. International,” at Canal Room on August 18th at 8pm.

Raised in New York City, Alex or “AC” discovered at the age of 5 an affinity for moving his feet to the beat of a drum. After receiving a special gift of tap shoes from his family, this young impresario quickly became popular on the NYC tap scene sharing the stage with the original “hoofers” of the time and Tap legends such as Peg Leg Bates, Jimmy Slide, Savion Glover, Buster Brown and Henry Latang. With his definitive style and refined stage presence, AC was soon traveling the world playing festivals and concert halls all throughout his youth. He has headlined a Gala for the NAACP, the Caramoor Jazz Festival and top NY Venues such as The Jazz Standard, Smalls, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall & The Cotton Club.

Currently you can find AC Lincoln captivating audiences with concerts produced by his own Entertainment label, Jive Life Ent., and collaborating with top talents of this era such as Mercedes Ellington, Marion Cowings, Emily King and Kim Kalesti. With his rich vocals and undeniably catchy energetic originals songs, it is impossible to deny this force of creativity and natural innovation. With much in store for this year, including a full length EP “Mr. International” and an East & West Coast Tour, there is much to look forward to from this multi talented entertainer and producer.

Marcy Clark and the Women’s Mafia were thrilled to host the first (of many to come) press-only Fashionable Friday Gifting Events. Celebrity Stylist Nick Arrojo (you will remember his excellent cuts and sexy accent from TLC’s What Not To Wear) hosted us at Arrojo Studio in lower Manhattan last Friday July 22nd.

A group of selected bloggers and journalists, many from the fab NYC Fashion Bloggers Meet-up group, were treated with makeovers including hair & make up treatments by the professionals at Arrojo Studio, as well as gifts from latest jewelry collection by rising-star designer J. Rudy Lewis.

The bloggers were excited to meet J. Rudy Lewis and pick a piece to wear at the event and be photographed rocking his designs. He is rapidly becoming one of the darlings of celebrity stylists, publications such as Vogue, royalty (such as Her Highness Princess Ameerah of the Saudi Arabian Royal Family) and various fashion editors.

Guests were also treated to an exclusive reading by author Lora Condon with excerpts from her recently published book SPA WARS: The Ugly Truth About The Beauty Industry and afterwards they got a signed copy of SPA WARS. Lora Condon is a well-known Esthetician, Make-up artist and Beauty Industry Consultant who has been working in the beauty and spa industry for over 15 years and put together hilarious anecdotes and experiences in her book, which was recently featured in the New York Times. She is also known as the Lash Doctor for her excellence in applying fabulous lash extensions, working with clients such as the cast of Good

Morning America, among other TV and fashion shows. For the first hour of the event the Lash Doctor applied Xtreme lashes on the lucky bloggers who made it early!

It was an exciting time for all of those involved and all the girls looked beautiful with their new ‘dos and J. Rudy Lewis jewelry.Bloggers and editors at the event also got to meet Women’s Mafia Media Partner ASTONISH Magazine and sign up for their new ASTONISHBloggerati program. Women’s Mafia and Yellow Sky Agency will launch the stunning new Fashion & Art publication at this Fall’s Fashion Week.

Pop-Up Studio, a great new enterprise by photographer David Christiansen, captured the event and entertained all the guests with an authentic Photo-Studio experience. It will be the first of many collaborations with Pop-Up Studio!!!

Stay tuned for future possible Fashionable Friday’s for Women’s Mafia members!

To see more pictures from this event at PopUpStudio.com, click here