[Monday, June 08, 2009
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Some pay bills on the first, I make it out to the Brooklyn Museum. And so do peeps from BK and beyond who come out for the "First Saturday" event.
As I was tipping into the Museum , I stumbled into a breakdancing battle at the dance party, which besides the live music, art lectures and films, is the highlight of First Saturdays. DJ Fabian Alsultany and DJ Pepe from Electric Lila had people breaking a sweat. The kids were amazing!
Coincidentally, as our President made a speech last week to the Muslim world, this month's theme was "Illuminating Islam." The work in the Islamic Art exhibit was inspiring. The artifacts were beyond! Here are some works by Sadegh Tirafkan from the project, "The Loss of Our Identity," exploring how
long-standing Islamic culture is being pushed off by the Western World.
As if the culture was not enough, you're surrounded by beautiful people with dope style.
You always bump into EVERYONE you know here. Exhibit A: my boy, Chad.
I had to stop Chazeen for her Audrey Hepburn 'fit. I live for chicas in menswear!
For more information about the Brooklyn Museum, First Saturdays, or membership info check their website or follow them on twitter @brooklynmuseum.
[Friday, October 30, 2009
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If you're in or around the North Carolina area, you may want to tip over to Duke University's Nasher Museum of Art for the Big Shots: Andy Warhol Exhibit.
A collective of about 250 Polaroids and 75 silver gelatin black-and-white prints taken by Warhol from 1969 to 1986 as well as a selection of Warhol films from the 1960s, the exhibit will be a display of how Warhol "tried to capture the world like a camera." [Nasher Museum of Art]
The exhibition opens at the Nasher Museum (November 12, 2009 - February 21, 2010)
For more information on film schedules and participating museums click here
[Friday, July 02, 2010
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It's going to be another BK-based weekend! Happy Fourth of July!
First up: get up bright and early with me and my girl Eniola for our sale at the Brooklyn Flea in Fort Greene...or just show up anytime before 5pm...
We definitely won't be straggling behind because we're hitting up Brooklyn Art Museum (BAM) for First Saturdays! It'll be extra special this weekend>>cue second happening...
Next up is The Factory 2010... An Andy Warhol 80s Inspired Art Party. Ngozi of Harriet's Alter Ego will be hosting the monthly dance party this time and I feel like it's going to be amaze!
DEETS:
Time: July 3, 2010 from 9pm to 11pm
Location: Brooklyn Museum
Street: 200 Eastern Parkway
City/Town: Brooklyn, NY 11238
Phone: 718.638.5000
Lastly is Margaritas & Coronas, Part tres! NEW LOFT / MORE SURPRISES / BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE
DEETS:
date: SATURDAY, JULY 3 (right after 1st Sats at the BK Museum)
time: 10:00pm
spot: 567 Quincy St. BKLYN btwn Lewis and Marcus Garvey blvd
mula: $10 before 1:30am
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[Saturday, June 26, 2010
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Two things that I love to the max, Brooklyn and fashion, are being brought together for a very special day of events. A collabo between the Brooklyn Museum and online shop Etsy for the exhibition, American High Style: Fashioning a National Collection, Day of Fashion is a total MUST DO!
11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Interactive Artist Program
Beaux-Arts Court, 3rd Floor
Community crocheting with Brooklyn-based artist Olek. Bring red, white, and blue clothing to contribute.
1 p.m. Gallery Tour: American High Style
Morris A. and Meyer Shapiro Wing, 4th Floor
Join Museum Guides for an engaging tour of American High Style.
2–3:30 p.m. Panel Discussion: “Brooklyn Aesthetics”
Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Auditorium, 3rd Floor
Moderated by cultural critic and fashion editor Michaela Angela Davis, this panel will explore how Brooklyn style relates to international trends, culture, and race. Participants include Camilla Gale and Rand Niederhoffer, co-owners of Fort Greene’s Thistle & Clover; Skye Parrott, creative director of Dossier Journal; and Quincy “Ouigi” Theodore, owner and creative director of the Brooklyn Circus.
3:30–4:30 p.m. Fashion Showcase
Beaux-Arts Court, 3rd Floor
A showcase of works by designers from Etsy, the Brooklyn Circus, Butch Diva, Raiff Designs, and CollectHer and top students of Pratt Institute’s Fashion Design program. Fashions modeled by the I Heart Brooklyn Girls, with music by DJ Don Cuco and a photo booth by Annie Powers. Hosted by MC Eutopia.
[Monday, March 07, 2011
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Wasn't this weekend a moment of smoke and mirrors?!
What happened to a super warm Saturday or a day full of gallery hopping? Nothing really unfolded as planned but I still wore my new mini dress and still trekked out to the BK Museum, at least.
Here's what I wore below:
//Deets: YMI moto jacket H&M top and stockings Zara dress Steve Madden wedges//
[Friday, June 18, 2010
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Don't miss the fun to be had and the opportunities to shop and mingle this weekend!
First up is Soul Of Brooklyn. In celebration of launch the epononymous website that focuses on Black and Caribbean influence in Brooklyn, it's businesses and culture, the MoCADA Museum is hosting a block party of music, food and vendors. I'll be selling Odd&Even pieces so come out and support!
//DEETS//
80 Hansen Place
7-11pm
Next up is a benefit sale and networking party by Sammy Davis Vintage and the Pink Brick House group. Mix and Mingle with well-rounded vintage conosouiers and fashionistas over guaranteed wine and cupcakes (the cupcakes are amazing!). Bring your funds for Sammy's amazing vintage selection. I've seen it myself...
//DEETS//
"Style + Purpose"
RSVP here
156 2nd Ave, Apt 6B (entrance on 10th st)
Saturday 06.19.10
2-7pm
//View Sammy Davis Vintage online here//
Last but not least, here's a way to cap the weekend off or fill it in with amazingness!
Not just Vintage welcomes you to their 50% off sale! 50% off of already reasonable prices spells a camp out in front of the shop!
//DEETS//
Not Just Vintage
1260 Bedford Ave
Sat: 12pm-8pm
Sun: 1pm-6pm
//View Not Just Vintage online here//
[Wednesday, January 20, 2010
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Another pillar of the Black community and power player in the fashion industry has passed away.
This is what 90 looks like. Her mug is STAMPED!
Grace, style, and tenacity are probably the three best words to describe Mrs. Eunice Johnson. She, alongside her husband John H. Johnson, became publishing powers in the 1960s with the development of Jet and Ebony magazines. Mrs. Johnson was also the creator and director/producer of Ebony Fashion Fair fashion shows since 1961. The traveling fashion show gave Pat Cleveland her first chance, supported Black designers like B Michael and Tracy Reese and raised and donated over $55 million to charity.
Johnson also introduced designers like Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass to the Black community who were thought to be unable to afford such luxuries. In its beginning stages, designers would not lend clothes for Fashion Fair events. She one-upped them by flying to Paris,Milan, wherever and bought the pieces she wanted for the shows. THAT'S power! From this, the uber successful Fashion Fair cosmetic line was birthed.
Last week, the Metropolitan Museum of Art feted Mrs. Johnson and honored her legacy. The luncheon was planned months ago, but took on a deeper meaning due to her passing. Anna Wintour, Michaela Angela Davis, Veronica Webb, amongst others looked on as Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama (via Desiree Rogers) delivered the keynote addresses.
On a personal note, Jet and Ebony were always in my house growing up. Without realizing, they instilled in me that Black is indeed beautiful and that we were included in the fabric of the fashion industry. I knew that whatever I did in fashion, that Fashion Fair was always a safe haven. Mrs. Johnson reached for the stars, played hardball when she had to and did it all with a chic bob and a mean pout. I could never thank her enough for the role that she indirectly played in my life and her drive that has forever etched her name in American history.
Thank you Mrs. Eunice Johnson.
-Steph
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After many planned days since May, I finally made it to the Murakami Exhibit on Saturday (the day before it closed!) I had to be slick and quick to get shots--Brooklyn Museum security is fierce. Enjoy!
A life-sized male anime character (My Lonesome Cowboy, 1995) holds his erect penis proudly, firing "milk" into the air and his female counterpart (Hiropon, 1997) squeezes a comparative amount of milk from breasts larger than her head!
Although the well endowed anime forms are more than any child should see (as kids swarmed the exhibit), there was plenty for everyone to share. Murakami's main character DOB is painted in many forms, but my favorite is DOB with Flowers, 1995.
Also a fan of the idea behind Supernova, 1999--a work that spans 7 panels and alludes to the mushroom clouds formed by the atomic bombs of Hiroshima. But it actually brings to mind hallucinations someone might have if they were actually on 'shrooms.
A closer look
Where it starts...the drawing board
[Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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After the Brooklyn Museum with a bunch of friends, this past Saturday [shout out to Steph!], I was inspired by Corey, looking all editorial waiting for the train. And, of course, my attempt...
[Tuesday, August 04, 2009
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Deets: Free t-shirt from an event at BU (2yrs ago), Am App skirt, vintage belt (via my mom), Steve Madden woven shoes, Odd & Even, NYC Chain shades, antique bangles
[Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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If you've been keeping up with "My Planner" you know that tonight is the first series of Six Scents, a fragrant collaboration between designers Bernhard Willhelm, Alexandre Herchcovitch, Cosmic Wonder, Jeremy Scott, Preen and Gareth Pugh. [A percent of the proceeds will be donated to Designers Against AIDS (DAA)].
Pugh will be hosting as well as music by the Misshapes!
New Museum
7-10 pm
235 Bowery
[Tuesday, May 05, 2009
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The bold pink complemented Alek's glowing skin. Keeping the accessories simple, she let the dress speak for itself.
After a decade of actresses gracing magazine covers and ads, the supermodel has taken back her rightful place last night as the subject for the gala's theme, "Model as Muse". Considering the occasion, I was surprisingly underwhelmed by the attendees' gowns. I did however, manage to dig through the disappointments for my top five picks and an honorable mention.
Rhianna took menswear to the next level. This good girl has def gone bad...in every amazing way possible.
Stella never lets me down. A lace onesie is hard to pull it off, but she was able to do it oh so effortlessly.
One word. FACE. Agyness left the tough Brit-chick home and brought the Hollywood glam.
Dr. Lisa Airan is hands down the best dressed dermatologist ever! Balmain (my current obsession) beats those drab green scrubs any day.
Jessica Biel definitely deserves honorable mention for this gorgeous gown. She played it safe, but it was no way I could deny how stunning she looks.
Visit
Style.com to view all of the looks. Be sure to stop back to tell me your top five best and worst dressed at The Met.
[Thursday, April 10, 2008
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Frida Kahlo exemplifies the notion that art is healing and therapeutic. She took to painting after she suffered broken bones and further complications from a bus accident. Her works such as The Thorn Necklace and The Broken Column illustrate her illness and put her on the map as a self made surrealist artist.
Aside from her contributions to the art world, Kahlo comes to mind when I come across certain Mexican motifs in fashion. She exhibited great style and this is my mini salute to her.
Check out the Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibit on Frida Kahlo until May 18.
[Friday, January 23, 2009
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You may think NYC is a big, scary place, but somehow you end up seeing the same friendly faces everywhere.
Pictured in the first shot is my boy Jey of My Uber Life. Always sharp! Too bad you can't see the part on the side in his hair!
I've taken a shot of this guy before at the New Museum. I loved his suit and hair then and I still love his hair! I also want an extra long scarf like that...
And here's Tomas. Always dapper as well, last night he chose a more cozy, chic lumberjack look. He layers denim with oat colored knits and a light khaki coat. I love the pop of color in his red knit hat!
[Thursday, October 14, 2010
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African Fashion Now at the Mocada Museum in Fort Greene, BK will feature the editor of everyone's favorite magazine [POP'Africana], Oroma Elewa. Oroma will touch on a new Africa and the achievements of Africans there and beyond. Also on the panel, Brenda Brunson-Bey will discuss her role in fashion and how she has surmounted stereotypes and constraints.
//Deets//
6pm
Mocada Musuem
[Tuesday, May 05, 2009
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Was it Couture or Coulda-Looked-Better-in-a- Dish-Towel?
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Check back soon for Stephanye's top five pics and thoughts on The Metropoliatan Museum Institute Costume Gala...
[Friday, March 19, 2010
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Happy Friday! I'll be hitting the Whitney tonight and the Amarcord Warehouse sale manana. And you should too.
Visit the Whitney for a biennial tour. Catch a performance by Rashaad Newsome of Five, the multimedia performance platform that reinvents voguing. A solid duck walk and drop will make my night. Read more here.
//Whitney Museum of American Art//
945 Madison Avenue at 75th Street
New York NY 10021
Amazing vintage for $20, $10 & 5 bucks...Known for their selective pickings and high end pieces, Amarcord's BK warehouse will house a sale on absolutely everything--all seasons, men's and women's, clothes and accessories. I feel like you might hate yourself if you miss it.
//Amarcord Warehouse Sale//
242 Wythe Ave [bet N. 3rd + N. 4th Street]
Saturday + Sunday, 11-6 p.m.
cash only
