Disciples of Haute

Friday, May 24, 2013 — On Wednesday, I found myself in Soho’s gallery district - West Broadway - and came across this awesome off-the-radar consignment shop called Paris Stations! Awesome in that, in all of my searching for the best of the best consignment/secondhand shops, I hadn’t even heard of this place. It doesn’t even appear in a Google search! This qualifies Paris Stations is a pop-up a shop.

In terms of apparel, it wasn’t really my style - or price point. A lot of Italian labels that had lots of versatility but not much personality. The real prize was the handbag and leather goods selection! There was a nice selection of Louis Vuitton weekender bags, as well as bucket bags and Vuitton’s famous speedy bag (for $875). I couldn’t believe my eyes either lol. There were also some great Chanel bags on display - both the traditional quilted, strap bag, as well as textured and colorful versions of the bag.

Happy hunting on this holiday weekend!

Written by Sharifa Crawford: Sharifa is a freelance writer, PR professional, and Founder of Disciples of Haute. She enjoys writing about the business of fashion and intellectual property law.

Monday, May 20, 2013 — We watched Emma Watson grow up from the frizzy haired Hermione in the Harry Potter series to the free-spirited Sam in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Her beauty and personality shined through the pages of the June/July issue of W Magazine.

Ms. Watson has grown up to be someone to be admired and respected in the acting world and in general. At the MTV Movie Awards this year, Emma was awarded with the Trailblazer Award. “The award is given to an actor who, despite their age, has managed to inspire others with a diverse portfolio of work and a transcendent reputation in the public eye” (MTV.com).

In her interview with W Mag, she talks about her latest role as Nicki in Sophia Coppola’s The Bling Ring. The movie is based on a true story about a group of teenagers who broke into celebrity homes such as Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan. “With Nicki, I was really taking on a character. Some of her lines are so crazy and absurd—making sure she wasn’t a parody was a challenge.” 

From Harry Potter to Perks, Emma Watson’s performance is always impeccable. I look forward to seeing her cast as a troublemaker in The Bling Ring. The Bling Ring will be in theaters this summer on June 14th.

Friday, May 17, 2013 — Zoe Saldana is everywhere right now! From print ads for consumer products and editorial spreads in Allure, InStyle, and ELLE Magazines, to the silver screen (see Avatar and Colombiana).

Most recently, she has walked the red carpet at premieres all over the world to promote Star Trek Into Darkness which opens in theaters today. I had the opportunity to attend an advanced screening here in NY on Wednesday and, as a non-trekkie, I really enjoyed the film! Action packed, had me on the edge of my seat, and lots of comic relief. Well-rounded overall. 

Enjoy!

Written by Sharifa Crawford: Sharifa is a freelance writer, PR professional, and Founder of Disciples of Haute. She enjoys writing about the business of fashion and intellectual property law.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 — You can add ‘Face of Dior’ to Jennifer Lawrence’s ever growing resume. I was riding a crowded subway one morning when on the back of a local paper, I saw Jennifer Lawrence looking oh-so-glamorous in the new Dior ads.

The black pant suit paired with a delicate veil over Ms. Lawrence’s face was the perfect combination of masculine and feminine. Her porcelain skin, dark hair and black suit transforms Lawrence into a classic beauty. A pop of color was added with a gorgeous blue shoulder bag.

Jennifer Lawrence has been in the spotlight for some time now with her Oscar-winning performance in Silver Linings Playbook. Her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games made her a household name, and the second part of The Hunger Games Trilogy comes out this year which will only make us love her more as she fights the Capital.

As of late, her acting career is not the only topic of conversation these days. Her co-star of X-Men: First Class and ex-boyfriend, Nicholas Hoult, were spotted having dinner in LA the other day. Rumors are swirling around about that little rendezvous.But whatever Jennifer Lawrence decides to do with her love life, I am sure her career as an actress will continue to flourish and amaze. I am eager to see what she does next in the acting department, as well as in the fashion industry.

Written By MaryElizabeth Styka: Mary is a DOH intern and currently enrolled at LIM College where she studies Marketing. For more fashion musings, follow her at LittleRamblings.com.

Monday, May 13, 2013 — In other model turned mogul news, CBS Studios International recently announced that the America’s Next Top Model franchise is expanding to Africa. Nigerian model Oluchi Onweagba will be hosting Africa’s Next Top Model (ANTM) and her production company, Lulu Productions, will own the African format rights.

Onweagba is a top international model who has graced the covers of Italian Vogue, Elle Magazine, and has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Victoria’s Secret, among other print publications and ad campaigns. “I am excited to be hosting Africa’s Next Top Model and it is great to be part of the successful America’s Next Top Model franchise that Tyra Banks created and has hosted for an impressive 20 cycles thus far in the U.S. The African version of the franchise is long overdue and I expect the show to be a smashing success across the continent,” said Onweagba.

In the past, I’ve wrote about my frustrations with the lack of diversity in the fashion industry (http://goo.gl/j2rNs) on the runways and in the boardroom so I love that Tyra Banks is taking the ANTM brand to Africa. Excited to watch the show!

Source: http://www.okayafrica.com/2013/05/02/next-top-model-africa-fashion-contest-oluchi-onweagba-pret-a-poundo/

Written by Sharifa Crawford: Sharifa is a freelance writer, PR professional, and Founder of Disciples of Haute. She enjoys writing about the business of fashion and intellectual property law.

Monday, May 13, 2013 — When I got the May 2013 Vanity Fair issue in the mail, #iDied. Have you ever seen such a fabulous Audrey Hepburn cover image?! Hepburn’s doe-like eyes were staring me down - in all of her youthful, chic, and demure beauty - and I just couldn’t deal!

Let us a take a moment of silence.

Other notable covers include Tatler Magazine feature of Emma McQuiston, Britain’s soon-to-be first Black marchioness. According to Wikipedia, a marchioness is a wife of a marquis and a noblewoman ranking above a countess and below a duchess. Basically, this a pretty big deal, and according to McQuiston, a title that does not come without racism and snobbery rearing their ugly heads.

Beyoncé graces yet another cover, this time for Vogue UK, Kate Hudson looks stunning on the cover of Elle UK in - what looks to be - Lanvin, and one of my favorite fashion models, Liya Kebede, poses on the cover of the Wall Street Journal Magazine. Enjoy!

Source: Thefashionspot.com, Glamourboysinc.com, Ynaija.com, TomandLorenzo.com, Art8amby.wordpress.com, http://sandiinthecity.onsugar.com, Jmonae.com, JustJared.com, Wikipedia.com

Written by Sharifa Crawford: Sharifa is a freelance writer, PR professional, and Founder of Disciples of Haute. She enjoys writing about the business of fashion and intellectual property law.

Photo: The original diva herself, Ms. Cosby, while visiting me in NYC!

Sunday, May 12, 2013 — Happy Mother’s Day to all of the fierce, wonderful, loving, kind, and powerful mothers everywhere! May your day be filled with hugs and kisses, a spa treatment, or whatever brings you joy!

Written by Sharifa Crawford: Sharifa is a freelance writer, PR professional, and Founder of Disciples of Haute. She enjoys writing about the business of fashion and intellectual property law.

Friday, May 10, 2013 — Oh my word do I have an exciting post for you guys! If this post doesn’t make your jaw drop I don’t know what will. As I was flipping through these pictures of Costumes featured on the Great Gatsby, I only wish I had been a part of the cast in the movie. But, life goes on, right? On with the post!

Check out these amazing costumes! Don’t you wish you could get your hands on these amazing dresses?

I’m in love…

Again…

And Again…

If you didn’t get the time to seriously contemplate the abstract beauty of these dresses, I highly suggest you go back and do so. Think about how much time was put into these dresses—and look at the end result, simply amazing! I’m mesmerized, just wow. For all you fashionistas out there, this movie should definitely be on your watch list!

Source: Racked.com

Written by Natalie Bejarano: Natalie Bejarano-Dugarte is a senior in High School residing in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She is a freelance writer interested in covering fashion, health and tech news. Follow more of her writings on her Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/Natalie.BejaranoD?fref=ts

Friday, May 10, 2013 — It seems as though with each fashion week comes a new face to watch out for. In September, it was Karlie Kloss. In February during the Spring/Summer shows, a new model was owning just about every runway and she goes by the name of Cara Delevingne.

Cara was seen on the runways for shows in Paris, London, and, of course, New York. She walked for numerous designers from Derek Lam, Tommy Hilfiger, Oscar de la Renta, Marc Jacobs, DKNY, Diane Von Furstenberg, and the Chanel Haute Couture show, just to name a few.

The British model is just 20 years old and has a long and successful career ahead of her. Cara reportedly just landed a beauty contract with YSL. She is also the face of Burberry BODY Tender fragrance. Not only is her modeling career on this rise, but we could see Ms. Delevigne on the big screen in the future after her part in Anna Karenina last year.

With Cara’s unique look that can be transformed from Imperial Russian princess in Anna Karenia to 60s mod found on the British Vogue March cover, Cara Delevingne is a model on the rise, and we will be seeing plenty more of her in the months to come.

Sources: Here and here.

Written By MaryElizabeth Styka: Mary is a DOH intern and currently enrolled at LIM College where she studies Marketing. For more fashion musings, follow her at LittleRamblings.com.