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 Nolcha Fashion Week New YorkNow in it's second year, Nolcha will bring together American and international emerging designers in the big apple for Nolcha Fashion Week (NFW) on September 8th - 12th.NFW, which also presents in the UK, is where fashion ideas begin; where global talents flourish; and where prosperous brands are born. Designers have quickly recognized the power of Nolcha and the growth of the program has been rapid. Its first presentation in New York last year, showcased 22 designers, and the roster for the upcoming event has more than doubled, with 54 men's and women's emerging designer and accessories brands participating. Nolcha's upcoming New York event will be presented at the Prince George Ballroom located on East 27th, and will include runway shows, tastemaker networking events, and business building seminars led by industry experts, special guests, and leading entrepreneurs. Nolcha supports and promotes international fashion on the runway, via seminars, trade networking, and roundtable discussion programs. Select designers present their collections to industry figures ranging from top buyers and editors from around the globe. event (ended) current design events more Nolcha Fashion Week New York design directory Fashion Design Events added by Levent OZLER |
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 Magnificence of the TsarsA display of rare and lavishly decorated costumes and uniforms worn by the Tsars and court officials of Imperial Russia, most of which have never been exhibited before either in Russia or abroad, will be shown for the first time at the V&A this winter as part of an exchange between the V&A and the Moscow Kremlin Museums.Magnificence of the Tsars will feature more than 40 superb ensembles from the collections of the Moscow Kremlin Museums, Russia's oldest national Treasury. Highlights include outfits from the extensive gold and silver embellished wardrobe of the boy emperor Peter II, who reigned for just three years, and the coronation uniforms of the succeeding seven emperors ending with the last Russian Emperor, Nicholas II. The display concludes with a five metre long, ermine-trimmed Imperial coronation mantle identical to the one worn by Nicholas II in 1896. The display will feature garments which have survived wars and revolutions and which have only recently begun to be studied in Russia. They show the work of the most eminent master craftsmen of the period, giving visitors a taste of the legendary magnificence and luxury of the Imperial Russian court. event (ended) current design events more Magnificence of the Tsars design directory Victoria and Albert Museum > Design Museums added by Levent OZLER |
 Sears to Bring a Taste of Fashion Week to the MassesSears announced it will unveil a lifestyle exhibit in the heart of Bryant Park on September 10, designed to showcase a new portfolio of brands and bring a taste of Fashion Week to the masses.In recent seasons, Sears Holdings had held private appointments for the nation's top editors in nearby style suites, creating a bridge between runway couture and affordable, on-trend fashions for a mainstream audience. The fall installation takes Sears' philosophy of approachable design one step further - introducing what executives call the attainable good life. "Style and forward thinking design should be accessible," said Richard Gerstein, Chief Marketing Officer at Sears. "By showcasing our extensive range of whole house brands in a disruptive setting, we believe we can pay a respectful tribute to fashion where it comes to life each season, and still offer an aspirational lifestyle that is inclusive. The installation will play off our autumn campaign, FallForward, providing context for the ideal of designing for the future but living in the moment." more Sears to Bring a Taste of Fashion Week to the Masses added by Levent OZLER |
 Zara Bridges Gap to Become World's Biggest Fashion RetailerSpanish fashion chain Zara has expanded so rapidly in recent months that it has overtaken its main US rival Gap to become the world's largest clothing retailer.Beloved by proponents of fast-fashion, Zara has spread its reach across the world at a time when Gap has suffered from plummeting consumer spending in the US. more www.gua... (189) design directory Zara > Fashion Design Brands added by Levent OZLER |
 Three Unforgettable Decades: Banana Republic Celebrates Its 30th AnniversaryBanana Republic celebrates its 30th Anniversary through a classic fall advertising campaign that captures and honors the brand's heritage of delivering the best in city style.The new campaign will focus on signature Banana Republic wardrobe elements, such as the crisp white shirt and classic chino pant while also highlighting new brand extensions, including fragrance, eyewear and accessories. "Monogram", a limited edition collection that reflects the most elevated expression of the brand, is also featured in the campaign. Shot by acclaimed photographer Tom Munro on location in the West Village and at Milk Studios in New York City, the campaign features models Carolyn Murphy and Will Chalker and was styled by George Cortina. The quiet sophistication of the studio shots showcase elevated details of the garments while the location shots illustrate the vibrancy of Banana Republic's city style. "For over 30 years, Banana Republic has delivered affordable luxury to shoppers, giving each person a chance to discover and create her own city style," said Peter DeLuca, Chief Marketing Officer for Banana Republic. "This campaign pays homage to the classic, yet fashionable pieces that are part of the brand's heritage as well as customer favorites." more Three Unforgettable Decades: Banana Republic Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary added by Levent OZLER |
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