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BLACK LABEL by PAULA GERBASE Words/Images Judith Ecochard Mercedes Benz Fashion Week EXIT ART: West 21 st Street, NYC An iconic American label/name Woolrich--- took a major right turn across the Pond, we thought the nano-second we walked into the cavernous, dark, dark space of Exit Art. Charcoal grey jersey drawstring dress with quilted shoulder-as in a shooting sweater Charcoal grey and leather backpack Euro in spirit we thought---including all the waiters lined up, offering some bubbly---hospitality that comes naturally to across the Atlantic Sea exhibitors, in our experience. And the apparel…. The models were spot-lit---it still took a bit to adjust our eyeballs to the dimness …and after we read the Run-of-Show---- after we saw the presentation, we realized we missed some fabric details ---usually pick-upped on during presentations. Black Rain Overcoat with Wool Detailing Odd, we first thought, that Woolrich, an American company that’s ...

West 14 th Street, NYC Olivia Munn After witnessing a Euro collection   ---straght outta the Attilah the Hun school of Fashion, it was a relief to go to the PETA (People For The Ethical Treatment Of Animals) Party---celebrating the new Ant-Fur advertisement starring the fab actress Taraji P. Henson . Timm Gunn, who is a hero to us in terms of his outspoken support for this organization---- was his usual eloquent friendly self----and it was a pleasure to see one of our fav designer’s ---John Bartlett there. On the way out to another collection, we cruised by the ‘look the exact same’ rocker musician Joan Jett---made us wonder if all that leather she usually wears is now vinyl. Lady Bunny Spins Bonus: Stella McCartney ’s pretty Spring 2011 collection---with terrific cruelty free accessories are all now for sale. BRAVO.  Words/Images Judith Ecochard

Lincoln Center Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, NY Words/Backstage Images Judith Ecochard Ornate drama ... Napoleon Perdis ' make-up for the gals captured the mood of the Kati Stern 's fashion--- Aristocratic maquillage, was an apt metaphor, we thought. The eyes were the focus of this serious night time look that's really season-less----with eyes heavily lined with China Doll Eyeliner Equinox, brows exacting with Precision Brow Pencil. Peep Show Mascara Fantasia---and fake eyelashes, upper and lowers- completed the sweep of these peepers. As the clothes conjured up a magically fab evening out for gals comfortable with the attention these glistening items will no doubt command, including the feathery ball gowns---we felt the make-up perfectly paired. ALSO: Strong lips (Devine Goddess Aphrodite/Calypso lined with Lip Pencil Hot Mocha/Haute Pink), sculptured cheeks (Cheek to Chic Blush Duo #6) HAIR by Tela Beauty Organics featured a Venetian top knot that foun...

Outdoor Retailer, SLC Words, Images Judith Ecochard Last season----we previewed Briggs & Riley ’s incredibly lightweight, durable and stylish B R X Luggage collection----designed for rugged journeys … Or more mundane jaunts where interior size (courtesy of the patented Outsider® Handle), water resistant/rip stop fabric exteriors, and low profile wheels that go the distance on a variety of terrain…are welcome givens AND not features of other brands. Excursion Messenger Bag We didn’t realize just how much a difference in a hauler makes--- till we demo-ed the Explore 20 Wide Body Upright ($290) ---a carry-on bag that miraculously held all of the stuff we shoved into it---with tough YKK® zips, and an engaged zip expansion for 18% more room---seriously put to the test. FYI: Strong-armed, on board lift-up help for the overhead luggage compartments not included. ...