Shell Belle Couture SS13

“A beautifully feminine collection of vintage inspired coordinated Swimwear, Slip Dresses & Lingerie to take you effortlessly from Beach to Boudoir.” by Dana Givens, edited by Luis Paredes Shell Belle Couture’s SS13 collection, Swan Song, embraces the Golden Era of fashion, luxury and elegance with more timeless, vintage-inspired pieces that look like they... Read More

An Intimate FNO Recap

by Dana Givens As you know every year the fashion world takes over the streets of New York September 6th to celebrate the launch of Fashion Week. Designers (and brands) from all walks of life turn their stores into live parties while splurging on their customers with super-saving discounts and cocktails. While the rest of the world focused on ready-to-wear, we made it our mission... Read More

Dirty Dolls Designer Profile

by Dana Givens Not all women are made the same. While most designers cater to the traditional sizes of what the media says we all should be, two women are going against the mold by creating a line for real women to embrace and take pride in the curves God gave them. Leigh Newman and Erica Rosalind Paul were two veteran fashion designers who bonded over their love affair of lace,... Read More

Clare Bare Designer Profile

by Dana Givens They say you can find the most interesting and fascinating people in Brooklyn and I was lucky enough to make the acquaintance of a young woman name Clare whose passion was creating vivid pieces of glamorous lingerie reminiscent of Old Hollywood. Her line, Clare Bare, was born in 2010 from her hobby and love of design and lingerie. The designer who started out as... Read More