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NYFW—William Okpo F/W 2013

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Hola!  Yes NYFW has ended but I have plenty of reviews in store for you. First up is the fun and innovative line—William Okpo.  The designers are super cool sisters Darlene and Lizzie.  This was not a traditional fashion show but a presentation in which I thoroughly enjoyed.

The F/W 2013 collection had muted colors filled with lots of patterns and textures.  It was a mixture of lady-like preppy with button shirts and pencil skirts to casual and sporty with varsity style jackets. My fave piece was the uber-luxe fur jacket (not sure if it is faux) shown in the first pic.  The makeup was fairly simple with thick dark brows and red pouty lips.  I loved that big messy buns ruled the hair for the night!

Designers Darlene and Lizzie

This line is young and fun…perfect for hipsters!  What are your thoughts?  Do tell.

MFW—Missoni SS2013

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Hola!  Hope all is good with ya.  I must say I never understood why we *fashion crowd* always say “fashion week“ when we all know it should be fashion MONTH.  It’s start’s with New York, to London, Milan and ending with Paris…whew!  NYFW alone exhausts me yet I can’t wait to travel abroad to shows.  However, today we are featuring Milan Fashion Week‘s own Missoni.  This collection is absolutely gorgeous!  Sequins, beading, contoured bright colors…love! Take a look and let me know what you think.  Enjoy!

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2011 Reflections

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Hola peeps!  Well here we are the last day of 2011 and it feels so good!  Time to give thanks for all the past blessings and looking forward to the ones to come.  This year has been a whirlwind for SNC but I am so happy that you guys have stuck with me through it all.  I was looking back at pics that I took this year and there are tons that didn’t make it to the blog and/or the facebook fan page *btw if you aren’t a fb fan by now then you are really missing out*.  So I thought why not share them now—a perfect way for you to see some behind the scenes shots at shows, a peek into my personal style and the hair ‘dos that I rock on occassion.

I hope that you enjoy my reflecting back and urge you to share some of your moments as well.  What worked or didn’t work for you this year—fashion or hair?  Don’t be shy the only way that we can learn from one another is to share the experience.  Here’s to a great 2012 year head!!

After the ARISE fashion show at Lincoln Center with Project Runway designer Epperson

Uberstylist Misa Hylton-Brimm @Arise show during NYFW

Raye 6 (center) at Nolcha Fashion Week

Taking a break at the IFB Con during NYFW

Wine and bags---R&Em Event (showroom)Models

Vlogger Tarin916 and my friend Shimika---beautiful natural chicas

Amazeballs hair day in hot August!

Pics @ CGC event

Rockin my curlz in a side puff back in Sept!

The fashionable and beautiful crowd at the Carlos Luna fashion show back in March!

Prepped and all ready for the show!

Joking around at the Women's Mafia/Arrojo Event---it was soooo hot that summer day!

Bob Mackie Art Event---love, love this!

Farai Simoyi---a personal fave and a seriously dope independent fashion designer

**These are only a few pics…I would add more but my laptop is acting a fool!  That is also on my list of goals this year—-MacBook Pro bound!  It is a must-have for any fashion blogger.  Have a very Happy and Safe New Year!!!

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Happy Fashion Week!

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Hola peeps!  Let the games begin—HAPPY FASHION WEEK!  Ok, be forewarned and bear with me as posts may be coming in a bit slow the next couple of days.  Between my day gig, NYFW and SNC events I am a very busy bee.  Look out for a post coming soon as I attended the IFB conference yesterday and is was fab!  I have lots to share with you guys.  Tonight I am aiming to hit up a few spots for Fashion’s Night Out.  What you are plans for tonight and all of fashion week?  

Enjoy this pic from J Stynze Entertainment!

@MBFashionWeek @FNOnyc From @jstynze @sassncurlz Big Up Mercedes Benz Fashion Show. Click the picture to view the Building of the Tents for the best Fashion Show in America. Wishing all Models, Designers, Photographers, Stylist a great week. Bought to you by J Stynze Photography Always http://jstynzeentertainment.tumblr.com sassncurlz.com  Tu Sabe Always YOUTUBE jstynze718

NYFW Fall 2011—-Rebecca Minkoff

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Hola peeps! Fashion Week is in full swing and so far all good.  There has been lots of fine tailoring that was shown at Jason Wu, to bold minimalism done by Stella McCartney and one of my personal faves—boho/chic at Rebecca Minkoff.  I just love her clothing and accessories.  The fabrics, textiles, and colors used in her collection is so right on for now and later when Fall rolls around.   My RM handbag is one of my prized possesession that I will never part with!  Check out the show and let me know if you heart it as much as I do.  Enjoy!

Me + My Prized Possession (Rebecca Minkoff Bag)

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Do U Like—-Fashion Week Fab?

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Hola peeps! I hope all is good.  Thursday kicks off New York Fashion Week–are you ready?  If you aren’t don’t worry SNC is here to cover it all.  We plan to make our rounds to events/shows so be sure to stay tuned in.  This is an ensemble that I would love to wear while sitting front row at any show.  To me it screams classy, fashion, chic—wear me!  So what do you think of “Fashion Week Fab”?  Do you like?

Fashion Week Fab
Plaisirs Nature, Marc Jacobs, Charlotte Russe

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Brooklyn Fashion Week{end} Recap

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Hola mi gentes!  Last night I attended the fab “I AM BROOKLYN” 2nd Edition Brooklyn Fashion Week {end} Spring/Summer 2011 show at Bedstuy Mansion (a lovely brownstone).  I was delighted when I got the invite because last year I wasn’t able to attend, so this year was a must go!  The event was hosted by Brooklyn Fashion and MacFue Fashion & Lifestyle Market (South Africa).  The theme of the night was “Living in America”, as all the designers were African born but currently living in America.  Silk, embroidery, sequins, linen and african prints all adorned the collections of the designers– Raif Atelier, Washington Roberts, and Lea Mono.  

The vibe of the evening was warm and very inviting, yet funky/fresh too!  Fashionable folk filled the room–young, old and in between.  I had a great time and I look forward to attending next year’s show; thank you for the invite.  To top the night off all proceeds donated or otherwise went to Brooklyn Style Foundation “STITCH FOR SUCCESS”  program and Paul Robeson Theater renovation drive.  

So let’s get to it— enjoy the pics!  

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

Hostess

Raif Atelier

   

Raif Atelier

Raif Atelier

Washington Roberts

Washington Roberts

Washington Roberts

   

Designer, Washington Roberts

   

Lea Mono

   

Leo Mono

   

Leo Mono

Lea Mono

Lea Mono

Designer, Lea Mono (in blue)

Fab Hair and Models

Smiles and Dancing--Good Times

Behind the Scene Team

Ashley- Natural Curlz Chica wearing Saint Germain

Decor of the Night--So Pretty

Me--excuse the shiny forehead it was warm last night

Much Thks to Photog-- J Stynze

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Spring 2011 Queens Fashion Week Recap- Part II

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Hola!  Welcome back to everyone that read Part I post and for those who didn’t be sure to check it out.  As I have said before Queens Fashion Week was a thrill and I was very delighted to be one of the many press there.  I would like to thank Delali Haligah (OSUN Designs/QFW Executive Producer) for the invite, the cool people we met and that let us take pics of them, and for J Stynze Photography for capturing the essence of each moment **he told me to say that…just joking..lol**. 

Enough of my speech, here are the pics of the second night’s show, it was just as fab as the first night.  Let me know what you think. Enjoy!

Swarey Designs, Designer-Dareyna Swann- Her collection’s inspiration is ” Independent, Sexy Women with an Edge”

Designer of Swarey Designs, Dareyna Swann

Swarey Designs

Swarey Designs

MOIXA,  Designer-Denise Mahmud- She described her collection as “Urban meaning City (not hip hop)”

MOIXA's Designer Denise Mahmud

MOIXA

MOIXA

MOIXA

Angels & Divas, Designer-Erica Becker- Her collection’s inspiration is “Nature and Earthtone Colors”

Angels & Divas, Designer- Erica Becker

Angels & Divas

OSUN Designs/QFW Executive Producer, Designer- Delaili Haligah- Her collection’s inspiration is “Spring Love”

OSUN Designs/QFW Founder- Delali Haligah

OSUN Designs

OSUN Designs

OSUN Designs

***Below are random pics of the fashionable crowd and some curlies that I met as well. 

Fashionable Guy with natural Curlz

Kisha- Fashionable Chica w/great Curlz

Fashionable Shoe Game

Designer-Kimaathi Haligah and the Ladies of Salon Niquel

Show's Backstage Manager and Assistant to Executive Producer

Me---Ready for the 2nd Night

As you can see Spring 2011 is going to be filled with lots of colors, different fabrics/textures, glamour and grit.  I know that we are on the brink of Fall but what are you looking forward to wearing in the Spring?  Do tell! 

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Spring 2011 Queens Fashion Week Recap- Part I

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Hola!  I must say I have been enjoying my little blogging break yet I did miss it too.  The events  of NYFW  has been exciting and very invigorating for me on a professional and personal level.  I have fallen in love all over again with fashion and all (good and bad) that comes with it.  Queens Fashion Week was icing on the cake, it is always great to see raw talent and they had plenty of it.  All of the upcoming designers represented the borough of Queens (except one that was from London).  
 
I have a ton of pics and I am debating on whether I should add another page to the blog as a photo gallery or set them up on YouTube as a video…do you guys have any suggestions?  In the meantime I hope that you enjoy the pics, since there are so many I will be separating them in parts these are from the first night.  Be sure to let me know what you think of QFW! 

34-24-36, Designer, Sarah Bacchus- Her collection’s inspiration is “Old Hollywood Glamour”  

34-24-36, Designer-Sarah Bacchus

34-24-36

34-24-36

Designer, S. K. Wilbur- His collection inspiration is “American women that travels around the globe”  

Designer, Wilbur Pack Jr.

Designed by S. K. Wilbur

Accessories Designer-,Kimaathi Haligah**forgive me if spelled wrong**- His collection’s inspiration “Colors of the Seasons”  

Designer, Kimaathi Haligah

Designed by Kimaathi Haligah

Designed by Kimaathi Haligah

    

MOIXA Designer, Denise Mahmud- She designs for plus-sized ladies by hand dyeing fabrics and textiles to make her fab designs.  

MOIXA's Designer, Denise Mahmud

  

MOIXA by Denise Mahmud

MOIXA by Denise Mahmud

  

Yard Rock- Designs are inspired by music and is very fashion forward. 

Yard Rock

Yard Rock

Yard Rock

Me--Ready to Enjoy the Show!

**Stay tuned for part II coming up!    All pics taken by J Stynze Photography. 

  

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I’m Tickled Pink….

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Hola!  I hope that your week is going great.  Well you know that I have been gearing up for fashion week with posts about FNO and such, I am delighted to say that I am going to a show!  I received an invite (confirmation) to attend the show for FARAI’s NYFW Spring 2011 Collection.  Farai Simoyi is a  London-born Zimbabwean designer, she grew up in West Virginia and later moved to NYC where she currently resides.  This collection is a reflection of her emerging onto the American fashion scene.  Her designs are filled with colors, prints, and African inspired patterns.  On  Sunday evening I am expecting to have lots of fun, see some great designs, and mingle with the fashion crowd.  Until I am able to post pics check her site www.faraisimoyi.com and blog http://fashionfarai.wordpress.com/ for more info. 

**SN: My hair in this pic I think is a day old twist out.  They never really work on my hair as they always turn out frizzy and dry looking to me.  What do you think?  Any suggestions on how to get a great twist out?

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