Weekly Threads 10/30

October 28, 2007 7:46 PM
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Above: Shop Miami Models

Lets’ get down to the thread…

Shop Miami came and went last week at the Dupont building downtown Miami. Man is the space gorgeous! The vaults, the ceilings, the marble, the lighting….it’s just gorgeous! The event was just as nice, with new and old vendors selling, trading and hustling the sales.

There were great prices on everything and I noticed many took advantage. Personally I was working the event, so I did not have a chance to shop, chat or mix it up, but from what I saw, it was fun.

The next fashion extravaganza was the 1957 Prom which had a fantastic turn out with more than 70 percent dressed in full gear. Lots of girls were Queens of The Prom and wore their own crows. The girls from Gen Art wore authentic 50s prom dresses from C. Madeleine, Barbara Basti of Poplife and several other ladies were the outcast Pink Ladies with jackets, cat eye glasses and pearls. . . lots and lots of pearls.

Guys didn’t hold back. There were young Elvis looking lads, greasers and sharp Rat Packers, including DJ Induce who wore an authentic Pucci tie from the 50s and fitted suit.

Besides Halloween fashions, there are a few other events related to people in fashion and the fashion industry and their friends.

Monday nights at O Asian Grill (the old Rumi) is a cute little party, The Hong Kong Hustle. It’s a complimentary dinner for ladies and those involved in the fashion industry. The complimentary dinner is a bowl of noodles (tasty), a tiny California Roll and one cocktail. Not bad for a Monday night snack. It starts at 9:30 and the last meal is served at 10:30. After, stay for the karaoke in the Bamboo Room with host Fabian or downstairs by the bar for dancing and mingling. I’ve been…it’s cool.

Wednesdays at Gemma, people in the fashion and media industry are welcomed to come by and mix it up. After 9 pm walk on in, have a seat on the balcony or on one of the plush seats inside, get a cocktail and enjoy. It’s a nice place, so be fashionable. Located on 525 Lincoln Road. No cover, 21+.

The latest glam rock style is VIP Couture by 20 year old designer Hassan Pierre. It’s a mix of 80s punk, a dash of glam rock and all Miami with silk screened tees and baseball caps. I’ve already seen the “Caviar and Cocaine” tees on South Beach boys at Suite and Opium Garden and Fashion Gods only know how quickly that will spread through out the city. Check it out at shopvipcouture.com.

As for the trends, I love the wide leg pant, high waist pants. On the low end, F-two-one (For Ever 21) has a cute pair called The Kelly Wide Leg Pant at $24.80. A little higher is the one is the classic Editor Pant from Express at $59.50. And if you want to splurge, the Nina Ricci Wide-Leg Pant at $990.00 is luxury. Tonal diagonal stripes, single-pleated front, side slash pockets, front zip. Fabric is 70% wool, 16% polyamide, 12% silk, 2% acetate. Fabulous!

The other craze is the Christian Louboutin shoe. It’s up to the point that imitations are spreading like the California fires by having a red sole. But you can’t fool me. The Louboutin color is special and unique.

The Ariella Studded Boot is my favorite and the $1,150.00 pair is simply amazing. But have you seen the Gina Stardust Boot? It’s a rouched black satin knee boot with a jeweled Swarovski 'Jet' diamante cuff, topped off with an easy 4" stiletto heel. The price for this beauty is just $1,868.87. I just got the shivers.

Mark Your Calendars:

On November 7, 2007, Madeleine Kirsh will host the official C. Madeleine's Fashion Show at Miami's hotspot, The Forge (432 Forty First Street, Miami Beach, FL 33140). The show will exhibit a rare collection of red-carpet gowns and celebrity dresses from the newly revamped vintage designer and couture room. Models will be dressed to the nines in clothes from around the world, handpicked by Madeleine herself.

The C. Madeleine’s Fashion Show promises to be a dramatic presentation of one-of-a-kind pieces that previously belonged to the world’s most glamorous women. Madeleine, assisted by stylist John Schoemann, will take guests on a journey through decadent fashions from every decade, including the Edie Sedgwick styles from the 60’s through the Madonna-esque 80’s, up until the avant-garde designs of today. Complimentary martinis and champagne will be served from 10:00 to 11:00 p.m.

C. Madeleine’s vintage paradise is located at 13702 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach. For more info, visit www.cmadeleines.com.

Oh yeah….go and get yours as they make great outfits for the holiday season….starting with Halloween all the way through the New Years Eve ball.

Also, my girl Daniella celebrates her first year of the Miami Fashion Alumni Association. We all come together to celebrate our part in the fashion community with a mixer at Mokai on Friday November 30th. Complimentary Roberto Cavalli Vodka (of course) cocktails and a goody bag for those who attend. More information coming soon.