Atlanta to Participate in Upcoming "Fashion's Night Out"

On Friday, September 10, 2010, Atlanta will participate in the worldwide fashion promotion "Fashion's Night Out" for the very first time. From 6 to 9pm, Atlanta retailers will host model showcases, hold concerts, and offer exclusive giveaway's in hopes to bring shoppers to their stores.

"Fashion's Night Out" is a is a city-wide, one night only style event created by Vogue, The Council of Fashion Designers of America and NYC & Company. The now global event, originated in New York in 2009, and now expands to cities, such as L.A., Atlanta, Dallas, and Chicago, as well as in many countries.

Partcipating retailers include:

• Cole Haan
• Jeffrey
• Jimmy Choo
• Mezlan
• Saks Fifth Avenue

     AND MANY MORE!

Inspirational Quote

"Fashion is born by small facts, trends, or even politics." -Elsa Schiaparelli

Inspirational Quote

"Fashion is what goes out of fashion." -Salvador Dali

Men's Euro Retail Report

These key sightings have been spotted emerging in stores throughout Europe. The trends include patch mosaics, sun bleach denim, khaki's, high tops, and nautical stripes. 

 Patch Mosaic 

Sun Bleach Denim

Khaki's

High Tops

Nautical Stripes

Inspirational Quote

"Common sense is genius dressed in clothes." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Hugo Boss Black Fall & Winter Show

Inspirational Quote

"Anyone can get dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress in their days off that are the most intriguing." -Alexander Wang

Kanye' West At Milan's Mens Fashion Week Wearing Velvet

Velvet clothing is a key essential for this fall and winter. Women will be pleasantly surprised because the velvet revival comes in all the right forms for next season. From dresses to pants, and blazers, the velvet trend will add an edgy vibe to your style. Try also adding velvet accessories, such as gloves, scarves, or handbags to your wardrobe. (READ MORE) 

Inspirational Quote

"Be Daring, be Different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the Play-It-Safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary." -Cecil Beaton

The Combat Boot

Military inspired fashion has become a definite trend for next season. Although it’s been on the rise since 2008, more artists and fashion gurus within the hip hop community are adapting to it. From marching jackets to cargo pants, the uniform is the inspiration for this fall’s tailored look.... (READ MORE) 

Style Session

The Sensei of Fashion caught up with Dallas Martin @ MODA 404 for a Style Session. Check it Out!

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Inspirational Quote

"I believe that fashion is not about what you wear, but how you wear it. It's more than putting together outfits and creating different looks, but a form of expression of one's identity, creating a new outer layer of skin. I live it. I breathe it. I express it." -Adetayo Fajemisin 

The Trench Coat

Fall Must-Have: The trench coat will never go out of style, but making sure that it's cut right these days is important. The cotten trench is simple, yet stylish, and a modern take on the classic U.S. marine corps-issue coat. It's the perfect quick cover-up on fall days with a slight chill in the air. The collar up is a must!

Inspirational Quote

"I think fashion is about suspense and surprise and fantasy. It’s not about rules." -Wolfgang Joop

The New Black

Next Seasons trendiest colors have been seen on plenty runways this year. Shades of brown are definite substitutes for black this Fall. Try matching your neutral favorites with this seasons metallics and yellow tones. Lastly, mix varius beige hues with gold details.

Inspirational Quote

"Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." -Mark Twain

"Wrinkles Never Looked So Good"

These selections of Givenchy bags are a definite must have for this fall. Surprisingly, wrinkles are becoming a potential trend to look out for next season. 

Inspirational Quote

"Fashion is never in crisis because clothes are always necessary."

-Achille Maramotti

Men's Bags: Fall 2010

Apart from bookbags, which can be highly unfashionable, every student, office worker, and CEO should have a bag to carry around necessities, such as laptops. Here is a selection of Fall 2010 Mens duffel and messenger bags for casual days, as well as briefcases for the everyday professional. 

Gap Duffel Bag $39.50

Hartmann "Metropolitan" Messenger Bag $199

Jack Spade "Dart" Duffel $395

J.Crew Rugged Twill Messenger Bag $128

Salvatore Ferragamo Los Angeles Leather Briefcase $990

Kenneth Cole New York Roma Flap Over Laptop Case $328

Billykirk Medium Carryall $275

SOS Double Buckle Retro Messenger $50.55

Inspirational Quote

"It is the unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory of fashion that heralds your arrival and prolongs your departure." -Coco Chanel

The Top 10 Looks for Fall 2010: New York Fashion Week

Inspirational Quote

"You can change an outfit, you can outfit change, or both." -Kenneth Cole

The "Sensei of Fashion" styles Coby of Plush Blue Ent. @ MODA 404

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Looking Sharp & Traveling

When taking trips and vacationing you don't want to always look like a tourist. You want to always look sharp when going out for a nice dinner or show. Here are some suggestions of what you should pack before traveling....

• a simple black belt
• comfortable black shoes
• a nice tie
• a v-neck sweater or cardigan if the weather is cooler
• stylish, clean sneakers
• black slacks/pants
• sunglasses
• a nice watch
• a blazer jacket

Inspirational Quote

"I move mountains by working hard, loving hard, living hard, and learning hard. Guess what? I do it wearing stilettos!" -Unknown

Lottery Ticket Movie Premier

Hip Hop and R&B Celebs came out yesterday everning to attend Atlanta's Premier of Lottery Ticket, starring Bow Wow.

Lottery Ticket cast and celebs hit the red carpet......

Naturi Naughton

Brandon T. Jackson

Yall know Ci Ci had to come out

Images via  kiddunot.com

Also in attendance, Mike Epps, new comer Dondria, Jermaine Dupri, Allen Iverson, and others.