02 Aug 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, Fashion News, 0 Comments

celebrity garage sale ‘super saturday’ raises over $3.4 million for ovarian cancer

What does it take to raise over $3.4 million dollars for Ovarian Cancer Research? Let’s just say the Kardashians, QVC and an endless supply of discount designer fashions are involved.

02 Aug 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 1 Comments

20 Questions With Handbag Designer Dareen Hakim

Launched less than a year ago, Dareen Hakim already sells in boutiques like Intermix and is worn by celebrities like Fergie. Recently, View From the Front Row sat down with Hakim to discuss how her Wall Street background prepared her for this entrepreneurial venture, her thoughts on social media’s impact on the fashion industry and how she defines real success.

21 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 0 Comments

target arrives in harlem with soul food, doug e. fresh and the toledos in tow

Go inside the Target East Harlem launch party that boasted a replica of the Apollo stage and a row of tasting stations from Harlem’s soul food restaurants.

19 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 0 Comments

ride into hamptons polo in the perfect outfit

Stumped on what to wear the season opener of Hamptons polo this weekend? View From the Front Row has you covered with a foolproof outfit and some easy to follow tips.

16 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, Fashion News, 0 Comments

prada fetes its swing sunglasses with a jazz age fete

What do cat-eye sunglasses, Angela Lindvall and electronic punk crooner Nina Hagen make? The perfect ingredients for a Prada party of course.

15 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 0 Comments

menswear corner: company of we

What does it take to sell out your first collection in eight days? View From the Front Row caught up with Company of We founders Christopher Crawford and Jayzel Samonte to find out.

08 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 1 Comments

fall essentials: jennifer sung’s picks

Jennifer Sung

Personal Style: Fashionista with a conscience

Recessionista Tip: Shop brands that stand for ideas and not trends–they’ll become timeless staples in your wardrobe

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08 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 0 Comments

fall essentials: leah bourne’s picks

Leah Bourne

Personal Style: Nouveau ladylike

Favorite Fall Collections: Dries van Noten and Louis Vuitton

Recessionista Tip: Fur was all over the fall 2010 catwalks. Opt for a vintage fur (great deals abound at vintage and consignment stores) or a faux fur option to get the look for much less. It’s also an ethical fashion choice

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08 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 1 Comments

fall essentials: carter cramer’s picks

Carter Cramer

Personal Style: The grownup kid

Favorite Fall Collections: Gucci men’s and Burberry Prorsum men’s

Recessionista Tip: American Apparel and Alternative Apparel both make stellar sweatshirts that rival those selling at Dries van Noten and Marc Jacobs so stock up

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08 Jul 2010, Posted by admin in Fashion, 1 Comments

fall essentials: becky malinsky’s picks

Becky Malinsky

Personal Style: Minimal menswear, with a splash of ruffles

Favorite Fall Collections: 3.1 Phillip Lim and Miu Miu

Recessionista Tip: It’s the season of the pant. Get on trend investing in a wool 1970s style in a new neutral such as mustard or burnt sienna. You’ll be surprised by how everything seems to go with these colors. This one item will go a long way this season

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