FW18 Collaborations / February 20, 2018 by GINGRCO

With the heavy unexpected rains this season, shooting was difficult and, I had to reschedule many shoots. However, there was I had the loving opportunity to collaborate with Jennifer Avina, an L.A based blogger whom was also in the city for NYFW.

Meeting in an Lyft (which I highly recommend you use), Jen and I exchanged information and planned to regroup later in the week.

Early Monday morning, I headed up to Sixth Avenue to the Kimpton Eventi for our shoot. Jennifer was in New York not only for fashion week but to complete the finale piece of her new online consultation agency called Renson Social .

Reason Social is a team with experience in social media marketing, brand development, influence marketing and much more. Our client base consisting of many industries from beauty to fitness, to food & beverage to even non-profit.

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NYFW FW18: Vivi Zubedi Runway / February 20, 2018 by GINGRCO

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Sakiyna and I stood under our umbrellas outside of Industria. It had been raining all #NYFW and it didn’t look like it was going to let up anytime soon. As we entered the building, there was a strong sense of women empowerment which I felt from many of the women. Something I’m sure Vivi Zubedi would wanted all of us to feel.

NYFW.com reports that Zubedi has it is her mission to “support other entrepreneurs especially women entrepreneurs in South Kalimantan.” As she “intends to promote original fabrics from South Kalimantan (Pagatan Tenun/Woven and Sasirangan) to the international market.”

*Guest at Vivi Zubedi's FW18 NYFW show. Image captured by SANGLUI CREATIVE*

Something that was rather evident on the runway, as the Indonesian designer effortlessly blended her home traditional wear with mainstream fashion. These traditional designs that which are being preserved by the women of Kalimantan, are now for the world to see, with the help of Zubedi.

Pearl embellishments cover velvet garments that brightly shine down the runway. As the models struck the ground in simultaneously with every electronic beat, they took their time for us to see Zubedi’s work. Some of their eyes covered by the shadows casted from the hats, that read "Banua Borneo" . Other’s face fully illuminated by the bright lights, as their hair remained concealed under beautiful hijabs.

I was actually saddened when the show ended, but happy that I got to witness Zubedi’s work in person. And although I am not Indonesian , I am still very proud of Zubedi’s efforts to preserve her native traditions whilst simultaneously giving back to the women of Kalimantan communities.

*Designer Vivi Zubedi at her FW18 presentation at NYFW. Image by Zimbio.com*

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SS18 Collaborations / September 24, 2017 by GINGRCO

Thanks to Style Collective (SC), I was able to meet some amazing ladies, or as we say, "sisters" and network while enjoying the fashion spirit throughout New York City. I had the lovely pleasure of shooting with two of my SC Sisters, Rachel & Marissa.

After the Dan Liu show, we explored the rooms within Skylight Clarkson, before taking the streets. Aiming to get the perfect post-shows shots, we found a beautiful cobblestone neighborhood nearing Tribeca.

Below are just a few of our shots.

Enjoy!

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Rachel started *With Love And Style* to inspire and connect with others who share her passions for style, beauty, travel and living well.

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Marissa of *Quartz & Leisure*, is here to simply showcase her own personal style while hoping to inspire others to be creative with fashion.

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NYFW SS18: Dan Liu Runway / September 17, 2017 by GINGRCO

It’s 9:52am and I’m somewhere between West Village and SoHo standing in line staring at the words “SKYLIGHT CLARKSON SQ”. Skin soaking up the sun, my eyes drift from the sky to take in the surrounding energy.

Photographers spread out in the streets to capture the looks that inspire them, while fashion week drivers try to navigate through these same roads.

The line is slowly moving forward and I see Rachel approaching me with a smile. We catch up as we begin to near the ticket booth. In bold white lettering the words, “Dan Liu 10:00AM GALLERY 3” are displayed in a bright pink background on the monitors ahead of us.

“You can sit anywhere you see room, as long as it’s not the front row,” the woman told me as Rachel headed to her seat. I thanked her, seeing as my ticket said, “SEAT: PENDING.”

As the crowd began filling up Gallery 3, I settled in my area and exhale. The sounds of seagulls and waves crashing echoed a feeling of calmness throughout the gallery. An energy I’m sure Dan Liu wanted.

The Chinese-Japanese Canadian fashion designer, showcased his 2018 Spring/Summer collection with the world on Sunday, September 10th, 2017 at Skylar Clarkson SQ during NYFW. Liu titled this collection, “The Lonely Beach Feeling” and from pastels, to rich reds, whipped whites, and deep blues, Liu filled the room with elegant cocktail dresses.

But before fashion, Dan Liu originally went to school for Computer Science and Psychology. Ultimately disliking the career he chose to satisfy his parents, Liu went back to Japan to study fashion. However, I can’t help but think that Liu’s educational background plays a major part in the execution of this show.

Liu’s musical selection begins with the sounds of a Spanish guitar by DJ Maretimo’s “Blue Guitars of Picasso (Lonely Beach Cut)” as the lights began to dim. Soon a house bass booms throughout the gallery as the lights turn on, and Russian producer, Quardo Rossi’s “Silent Sea” guides the first model to the runway.

“It’s in the back of my mind to have the logical thinking,” Liu tells to CCTV America’s Michelle Makori. Continuing to say that when he designs, “the dresses should be practical” and “good for the clients, customers, and people who follow and love [his work].” While studying in Japan, Liu adopted the Asian Philosophy of being simply and unique. Something that was definitely evident to me, throughout the show.

Before the show, Liu had an opportunity to speak with Fashion Mingle's Jessica Marshall. "You put one of my cocktail dress, everything is already there.” And that he “loves crochet, embroidering, and lace.”

However, what stood out to me the most, were the peacock feathers accented on the faces of each model. Some placed, on their eyebrows, while others had single feathers centered on their foreheads. A look, that goes much further than just being a playful way of adding emphasis to his designs. But, I believed this truly drove home the idea of Liu’s lonely beach feeling.

When you imagine the beach regardless of the weather, the waves never subside. Their enteral movement of drifting forward, than drawling backwards is a constant resurrection themselves with every current. And although, peacock feathers represent many things such as pure souls, compassion and even kindness, they also represent immortality and resurrection.

Liu ends his show with his last model elegantly carrying a Japanese dream catcher outlined with in peacock feathers. An unforgettable look, that was followed by the song “Heaven” by Japanese songstress Ayumi Hamasak. Hamasaki’s soothing voice covers the crowd, as she sings the story of a lost lover whom she’ll never forget but will always live on inside of her.

The show is over now, and the lights have come on. Everyone is cheering and clapping, some even whistling and I make my way thru the crowd to find Rachel.

We began walking down Washington Street, further into SoHo for our shoot. While, strolling through the city, she says, “I really liked how I could relate to a lot of the pieces. I saw a lot of things I would definitely wear.”

Although, this has only been Dan Liu’s fourth season partnering with IMG-NY, I strongly believe that Liu definitely will to continue to make a lasting impact on the fashion industry for many years to come.

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