NYMD UrbanEarth

January 7, 2024. 7 comments.

Scene: A.Potts’ Spring/Summer ’24 genderless collection entitled UrbanEarth was presented during NYMD (New York Men’s Day). An exploration of the intersection between urban environments and the natural world. Nature coexisting harmoniously within the bustling cityscape.
The color palette was anchored in black, white, and indigo, offset by both neutral and vibrant hues, including a deep mustard and a metallic gold. The Sprigs Embroidery pattern in various colors and garments was an ode to nature. The warm Goldleaf and the vibrant Tangerine outfits were inspiring.
Aaron Potts’ signature jumpsuits and drop-crotch pants returned with nods to utility and comfort, which Aaron describes as “Werkwear”. This season came the additions of more body-conscious styles. A modern and upbeat spirited collection grounded in a city and earthy sensibility.
Talent for the show: Hair by lead hairstylist Kien Hoang and team for Oribe utilizing Oribe hair products. The key hair look was the use of gold safety pins with braids. Makeup by lead makeup artist Michelle Webb, First Assistant Monique Marquerite, and team for Augment Tokyo utilizing Fawn and Burn Beauty products. The key makeup look was rich color eye shadow, and bronze and brick eyeliner. Stylist Memsor Kamarake, Eyewear Kimeze, Jewelry Eva Thora Art, Shoes Andre Assous and Dr. Martens, Producer Leetah McGee, NYMD presenting sponsor Hilldun and returning sponsor De’Longhi, Public Relations Agentry PR, Location Daylight Studio and Location05, Photos Fred J. DeVito.
Photo above: Indigo Denim Tab Mini with Andre Assous heels and Indigo Denim Werksuit and Convertible Totebag with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Keen Khalid wearing Artisan Jacket, Acid Topover, and Painter’s Pant with Eva Thora Art jewelry and Dr. Martens.

Scene: Tangerine Tank Top and White Seersucker Zoot Pants with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Tangerine Tank Top with Eva Thora Art jewelry.

Scene: Tangerine Ruffle Swingdress with Andre Assous heels.

Scene: Tangerine Seersucker Werksuit and Rainwear Aircoat with Eva Thora Art jewerly and Dr. Martens.

Scene: Graphic Backstripe Gown with Andre Assous heels.

Sceen: Khoudia wearing Goldleaf Parachute Gown.

Scene: Goldleaf Werksuit with Kimeze eyewear.

Scene: Goldleaf Werksuit with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Chocolate Sprigs Embroidery Shorts and White Poplin Tie-neck Tunic with Eva Thora Art jewelry and Dr. Martens.

Scene: Indigo Denim Zoot Pant, Reversible Topper and A.Potts x Eva Thora Studio Art Tee with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Keen Khalid wearing Artisan Jacket, Acid Topover, and Painter’s Pant with Eva Thora Art jewelry; Trevon Makel wearing Acid Cargo Tunic Werksuit with Eva Thora Art jewelry; and Isaiah Criswell wearing White Poplin Cargo Tunic. All wearing Dr. Martens.

Scene: Goldleaf Topover and Shorts with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Black Sprigs Embroidery Shirt and White Seersucker Zoot Pants with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Black Sprigs Embroidery Werksuit with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Chocolate Sprigs Embroidery Topover and Black Sprigs Embroidery Painter’s Pants with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Chocolate Sprigs Embroidery Topover with Eva Thora Art jewelry.

Scene: Olive Bra-Back Tank Dress with Andre Assous heels.

Scene: A.Potts x Eva Thora Studio Art Tee and Black Zoot Pants with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Goldleaf Topover and Shorts with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Goldleaf Capecoat with Dr. Martens.

Scene: Khoudia wearing Goldleaf Parachute Gown and Convertible Tote.

Special thanks to Helen Oppenheim, hair historian, archivist, and blogger, for asking me to collaborate during Fashion Week.

Winter Land

December 23, 2023. 6 comments.

Scene: The Winter Solstice arrives for only a moment. The coldest season enters with a gust of Arctic winds as big white fluffy clouds are pushed aside. The time to layer and bundle up is here as the waning of daylight hours comes near and the Sun disappears. Wrapped in warmth for comfort and style. Uptown, downtown, and all around town, coats and jackets, scarves, sweaters, hats, and boots fend off the chill with color and swag in Winter Land.

Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and Holiday season. Be filled with wonder, be touched by peace. And always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder. Love, Beth and Fred xox

Halloween Eve

October 30, 2023. 2 comments.

Scene: Christina Osburn and Paul O’Connor’s Annual Halloween Gathering. On a cool fall evening full of spirits and delights, festive friends arrive. Smiles, hugs, and greetings. Some in costume. Some in sweaters, jackets, and warm wear. The Waxing Crescent Moon in the sky, was illuminated 41% by the Sun. A subtle breeze brushed by, the leaves rustled as the branches swayed. The wind then howled as the trees bent, the leaves shook, and the clouds covered the moon! Everyone looked up. Everyone looked at each other. “It’s so strange”. What was that? “Must be the season of the witch”!
Revelers above, Giselle Potter, Rachel Chayon, and Jojo Ans.

Scene: Co·hosts Paul O’Connor and Christina Osburn, with their adorable Stella.

Scene: Kieran Kinsella.

Scene: Fred Smith and Paula Cerrighino.

Scene: Josh Alexander and Aya Cash.

Scene: Katie Coyle Todd and David Todd.

Scene: Giselle Potter and Kieran Kinsel.

Scene: Anthony Borelli and Chris Boosahda.

Scene: Jojo Ans and Carmel Holt.

Scene: Giselle Potter, Chris Boosahda, Rachel Chayon, Jojo Ans, Carmel Holt, Darren O’Sullivan, and Anthony Borelli.

Scene: Chris Boosahda, Sean B Nutley, and Brendon F. Casey.

Scene: Pema Cliett.

Scene: Josh Alexander and Paul O’Connor.

Scene: Christina Osburn’s delicious Pavlova Cake with the Day of the Dead imagery. The merinque desert had flavoring of vanilla, and a richness from the custard and fresh fruit.

Scene: Rachel Gans and John Murphy.

Scene: Janet Wygal and Todd Prudhomme.

Scene: Tasty delights.

Scene: Spooky treats.

Scene: Sunny and Elise.

Scene: Janet Wygal and Todd Prudhomme.

Scene: Liv and Greg Hill.

Scene: Rachel Chayon.

Scene: Todd Prudhomme.

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Scene: Paula Cerrighino, Beth King DeVito, Mario Geissler, and Janet Wygal.

Scene: The cowgirl spirit is strong and brave, and full of endless possibility.

Scene: Brendon F. Casey and Sean B Nutley.

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Scene: Amy Worley, Hans Gissinger, and Frank Bango in the back.

Scene: Christina Osburn and Josh Alexander.

Scene: Frank Bango and David Todd.

Scene: Giselle Potter.

Scene: Anthony Borelli and Paul O’Connor looking at the Waxing Crescent Moon as the clouds cover it.

Scene: Sunny and Elise, and Mario Geissler.

Scene: Paula Cerrighino and Beth King DeVito.

Scene: Jojo Ans, Sean B Nutley, Brendon F. Casey, and Rachel Chayon.

Scene: Steve Bohn.

Scene: Yours truly.

Scene: Christina Osburn looks back to make sure the prison officer isn’t around!

Scene: Jim Fossett, Suzanne Stokes, and Veronica Reck.

Scene: Paula Cerrighino and Aya Cash.

Scene: Co·hosts Paul O’Connor and Christina Osburn, the hosts with the most who always put together a fun and wonderful celebration.
Thank you!

Scene: Stella on the scent for a treat…

Scene: Paul O’Connor’s unique creation “Self – Serve Dispenser”.

Scene and Heard: Season of the Witch Donovan, 1966.

Summer to Fall

October 18, 2023. 8 comments.

Scene: Seasons change from warm to cool. Summer sightings of lace, stripes, and semi-sheer. Orange, yellow, lime green, and blues. Always black and white. Patterns, 90’s simplicity, and updated romantics. Denim and cargo pants. Flowing and hugging fabrics. Super mini and maxi too. Boots, slides, and strappy low heel sandals. Oxfords, loathers, and kicks. Easy Breezy.
Note: Normcore is a fashion movement that celebrates effortless style and comfort, which relates to this post.

Scene: The seasons turn. The colors of nature change, maintaining the summer’s vibrant hues of orange, yellow, greens, and lavender. Mixed with beige, browns, and blues with touches of red. Enhanced neutrals. And yes, black and white with grey too. Leather, wool, cashmere, suede, and cotton. Boots, Doc Martens, Timberland, sandals, and sneaker. Color and texture.

Scene and Heard: Steppin’ into fall with Bizarre Inc’s I’m Gonna Get You

NYFW Kim Shui

September 10, 2023. 5 comments.

Scene: Kim Shui’s Fall Winter ’23 collection at New York Fashion Week. The Chinese-born fashion visionary doesn’t shy away from sex appeal as she celebrates the female form, presenting an array of skin-baring garments that skillfully play with textures, patterns, and faux fur. This maximal excess collection was ultra sultry, ultra sexy, and ultra ’90s. Skin and nudity were prevalent. But Shui herself is a self-proclaimed shy girl. Her clothing however is bold, loud, and statement making.
“The reason I chose Bowery Savings Bank building is because the banks are a place that historically withheld power from women. I wanted to reclaim that because the whole thing was about women’s agency, women’s freedom to express themselves”. A poignant message in this time of feminine political issues.
The runway show began with models cascading down a marble staircase before strutting atop an elevated runway strewn with official documents. Notably, Kim Shui’s model line-up was richly diverse. Women of all skin tones, hair textures, body shapes, and sizes. The collection delves into the delicate balance between individuality and self-expression. For Shui, celebrating the bodies of women comes second nature, as her looks commonly drape the body and provide the wearer with uninhibited confidence. Her signature diamond encrushed “K” was on belts, bras, coats, jewelry, skirts, and sunglasses.
Talent for the show: Hair by lead hairstylist Jaylin Seng and team for Cutler Salons using Redken products. The key hair looks were very long straight hair with the signature “K” tattoo and very long braids. Hair “K” tattoos by Paul Miller for Cutler Salons. Lead makeup artist Romero Jennings and team for Mac Cosmetics using Mac products. The key makeup look was two toned lips lined in red with purple, an ombré effect (gradient color effect). Nails by Narina Chan and team, Stylist and Casting Director Ella Cepeda, Shoes High Heels and Moon Boots, Location Bowery Savings Bank building which opened in 1834 located in Manhattan’s Chinatown, Photos by Fred J. DeVito.