Friday, February 8 marked the end of the Fall 2008 Mercedes Benz NY Fashion Week and another marathon work week for me. As usual the week was filled with long hours behind the scenes with some of the most talented designers alive today. While most of what is reported in the news is what happens …
New York Fashion Week, Fall 2008 Review-Part I
New York Fashion Week, Fall ’08 is in full gear and it is clear the theme of “change” in the Presidential elections is spilling over on the runways. “Change” is in the air as Fall ’08 departs from the very traditional to reveal a cheerful modern twist on timeless classics. Below is our take for …
The Africa Growth & Opportunity Act, What You Should Know
It is undisputed, to a large extent, that President Bush made the wrong move with the war in Iraq. Nevertheless, there are a few things he did right. One was being the first President to hire qualified African-Americans to his cabinent–think current Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice & former Secretary of State Colin Powell. The …
“The Future is . . .” FAZE
Today is the Future Awards Event! Click on the preceding link to check out what we have said in the past about it. We of course can’t wait to see who won in the various categories and what the fashion-forward wore! As part of our pre-event coverage, we bring you an artist we think you …
Fashion Buyer Chioma Amegashie, Part II + 25% off all MOSAIC Products!
Western retailers and manufacturers now understand the world is small. Indeed, there has been unprecedented global sourcing of retail goods from the Far East, Asia and Latin America into market centers like New York, Los Angeles, London and more. Pop into a retail store at any of these market centers and you are bound to …
Ladybrille Exclusive: Interview with Fashion Buyer, Chioma Amegashie
Fashion buyers are a critical part of the fashion chain. Without the buyers, it would be hard for you to walk into Saks Fifth, Neiman Marcus or even your local Gap store to purchase the “it” clothing or just unique styles that suit you. They are largely responsible for all purchases for a specific market …