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

PATRICIA FIELD PRIMP AND PROSPER NYE PRE-PARTY December 31st!

Get ready to celebrate 2012 with the HOUSE OF FIELD! Come to us for EVERYTHING to get the LOOK!

Get your MAKE – UP done by Celeb Make Up Artist and “Lash Doctor” LORA CONDON! Appointments from 1pm – 7pm!

Makeovers starting at $100! Glam Lashes Extensions starting at $95!

(Lash Extensions also available on Friday December 30th, call Salon for more details!)

Get your HAIR done with one of our Salon’s amazing Stylists!

Prices start at $30 and up! CLICK HERE for more details!

SHOP for your outfit!  Every Salon guest will receive 25% off all full priced items at the Store!

Event by appointment only!

To book an appointment please call 212 966 4066

Patricia Field

302 Bowery (Between Houston and Bleecker)

Store hours on NYE 11am-9pm

Let the House of Field PRIMP you out for 2012!

Philadelphia, PA. November 2011 – Nomad’s last open house was so much fun that they decided to have another one on Sunday, December 18th, from 4-7pm. This time, owners Tami Seymour and Elie-Anne Chevrier are super excited to announce that John Scioli, owner & proprietor of John’s Old School New Skool Barber Shop, will be bringing his shop to Nomad to offer haircuts and straight razor hot towel face shaves! Yes, pop in, sit in the chair for a shave & haircut and do some cool Yule holiday shopping from tons of new vintage in stock. Guests can do it all while listening to music, enjoying hot waffles and eating ice cream from Zsa’s Gourmet Ice Cream Truck!

Nomad is a hip new pop-up shop featuring the best modern, vintage and mid-century finds alongside original works and fresh designs from local jewelers and artisans. All of Nomad’s wares come from local independent designers and collectors, making it the perfect destination for the most thoughtful gift givers this Holiday Season.

Nomad is the collaboration of Tami Seymour and Elie-Anne Chevrier. Both have a combined passion for skillful design & craftsmanship, elegant simplicity and the art of reuse. Elie-Anne, formerly of the Museum world and currently owner of Modern, Vintage, Mid-Century, is a collector, mid-century connoisseur and all-around amazing treasure hunter. Tami is a designer turned stylist and photographer as well as the writer and photographer behind the popular blogs: helloseemore and Middle Diner. She has a never-ending obsession for creating and absorbing beautiful design in all its forms.

Featured Philadelphia Jewelry Designer J. Rudy Lewis is creating new work this season that is catching the eyes and being acquired by top stylists, celebrities and even Royalty. His “Victoria” cuff seems destined to appear on Charlotte Bronte’s arm – that is if Bronte was on her way to CBGB’s. His “Free Forms” collection explores the concept of art as jewelry throughout time -“pieces of jewelry have been found in ancient archaeological excavations all over the world.” Lewis is a student of the history of art, always observing and incorporating fragments of the past into his modern work. Like his “Five Journey’s” Cuff, hand forged and fabricated from sterling silver with 18k yellow gold detail set with natural rough rose cut diamonds, that looks to have just been found buried in the desert. With J. Rudy Lewis every piece tells a story.

Nomad also features these exciting local Designers, Collectors and Vintage Dealers:

Stable Tables – Hand-made farm tables and benches made from reclaimed wood from old barns and buildings.

Helix and Hive and The Necessary May Speak –Art and science come together with Multi-media artist Kristin Swoszowski-Tran’s collection of stylish glass and ceramic terrariums, handmade candles, bath products and accessories, such as; belt buckles, pendants, and rings.

Mockingbird Moon – Kim Grant’s tabletop gardens, collages of found objects and photographs bring the exterior world indoors and feature natural imagery inspired by her rural environs.

P.F. Wilfong & Co. – Furnishings, Goods and Findings.

Cotillion – Fantastic treasures, antiques, art, designer accessories, clothes and more.

MVM – Modern, Vintage, Mid-Century Elie-Anne, showcases elegant furnishing for the discerning collector.

Wing & Wood – Custom Furniture and Woodworking with a sustainable future in mind.

A portion of sales at Nomad will be donated to the James Turrell project: Chestnut Hill Friends are building the first new meetinghouse in Philadelphia in 80 years as a spiritual home for their members and as an inviting place for visitors. Incorporating a Skyspace by world-renowned light artist James Turrell, which will be open regularly to the public, this environmentally-friendly 21st Century building and surrounding gardens and woods will not only accommodate the vibrant local Quaker community, but also offer people of all faiths a place to gather for quiet reflection, fellowship, education, and social action. www.chfmnewmeetinghouse.org

Nomad is a pop-up shop located in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia dedicated to showcasing the best collections of modern, vintage and mid-century furnishings, accessories & jewelry by local independent designers and collectors. Open daily November 25 – December 31st, 10am – 6pm, with the possibility of continuing in January. Follow Nomad’s journey on twitter and facebook for updates and events and visit www.hellonomad.com.

Start with soft, hydrated and glowing skin. The best way to accomplish this is with a sugar scrub.  Phoenix Rising, All Natural Skin Care, has a healing sugar scrub that is marinated in luxurious natural oils that leave your skin, oh, so touchable. www.phoenixrisingskincare.com

Jersey Girl’s love to be TAN! It doesn’t matter if it’s August or December, they want to be tan, and the darker the better. Maybe being tan in the middle of a blizzard is a good way to find them if their car slides into a snowbank? Girls want 2-3 layers of a spray tan and flourescent white teeth. Scott Barnes, the make-up artist for JLO, developed Body Bling, the world famous instant tan and shimmer in one.  This cream looks beautiful on every skin type and can even be used as a blush.  It’s also incredible at fixing and blending self-tanning mistakes.  The best part is that it washes right off when you have to go back to reality. www.scottbarnes.com

Whether you hail from Jersey, San Francisco or San Paulo, glowing white teeth are on everyone’s list.  Whiter Image’s Chic-Flic, is a rhinestone studded, teeth whitening pen and lip plumping gloss in a convenient dual-ended brush that fits perfectly into any clutch.  www.makeupwithme.com

Everyone loves the look of tousled, day at the Jersey shore hair, so Jersey’s own, celebrity hairstylist, Eric Alt, developed Bayside Ocean Spray, to give you Jersey shore hair without having to hit the beach.  The fresh ocean scent makes me feel like I really spent the day at the Jersey shore! www.ericaltsalon.com

Nothing gets your hair pumping like Big Sexy Hair’s, Root Pump Mousse.  If you plan a long night of fist pumping at the club, you can remain perfectly coiffed with a shot of Root Pump directly on the roots of wet hair before styling. www.sexyhair.com

If you really want to complete the Jersey look for the holiday, get some false lashes or lash extensions for a longer lasting effect.  Lora “The Lash Dr.,” is the preeminent Lash Extension specialist in the New York area, and her clients love giving the gift of Luscious Lashes to their nearest and dearest. www.thelashdr.com

Of course, the most important part of the Jersey look is confidence, so rock your glitter, shimmer and glow right through the middle of the holiday party. Fist-pumping optional… but a whole lot of fun!

Lora Condon
“The Beauty Buster” and “The Lash Dr.”
4 Time National SPA WEEK Award Winner
Author of SPA WARS: The Ugly Truth About The Beauty Industry
www.makeupwithme.com

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

Organized by Savorique, the online gourmet store which offers curated and delicious foods, this 3-day festival offers a fascinating insight into all things chocolate. Events are scheduled throughout the weekend and you can enjoy discounts on your favorites.

Be sure to visit the official web site and start planning your weekend with their passport tool. With over 36 vendors and counting, you’ll want to plan ahead to get the best out of your Chocolate Weekend! Offerings of these tasty delights are available at locations around Brooklyn and New York City.

AsHLey Cervantes has always been driven by fashion and style. AsH has a natural talent for design, a love for the beach and creativity. So what’s a talented gal that has always lived surrounded by beautiful beaches to do? Start a swimwear line, duh!

AsHLey studied fashion design at Lisa Thon School of Design in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Since bathing suits have always been among her favorite items and she (like every other woman in the world!) has sometimes struggled to find that perfect-fitting bathing suit, she launched AsH Swimwear this summer.

This line contains glamour, originality and simplicity  in every design. AsHLey’s inspiration for this awesome collection was the sun, sand, beach and, of course, the summer and all the tropical colors of the Caribbean. These amazing bathing suits are perfectly fitted to the figure of our Latina women.

AsH Swimwear are totally unique pieces designed with creativity, quality and, above all, an essence of distinction. AsH has sensual pieces that are made exclusively for each woman of good taste that lives intensely every sunny day.

These bathing suits are literally flying off the shelves, so don’t spend another beautiful day wearing a dull bathing suit! AsH Swimwear is based in Puerto Rico and ships to the U.S. To purchase pieces from this collection, or any other inquiries, visit www.ashswimwear.com.

Like AsH Swimwear on Facebook!

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