Academy Of Art University To Host 2018 Graduation Fashion Show And Awards Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2018
The School of Fashion at Academy of Art University will host its annual Graduation Fashion Show and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 26, 2018. The invitation-only event begins with select graduating students from the M.F.A. and B.F.A. programs presenting their work to industry professionals. The programs include: fashion design, textile design, knitwear design, 3D design and pattern making, costume design, journalism, styling, product development, visual merchandising, fashion merchandising, and fashion marketing. The fashion show portion of the event will include womenswear, menswear and childswear collections; several of the collections were created through collaboration by students within the fashion, knitwear and textile design programs.
Alexa Ray Joel to Perform Series of Shows at Cafe Carlyle in May
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 26, 2016
Performances will take place Tuesday - Saturday at 8:45pm. Reservations made by phone at 212.744.1600 are $75 ($125 for premium seating, $55 for bar seating) Tuesday - Thursday; and $85 ($135 for premium seating, $65 for bar seating) on Friday and Saturday. Reservations can also made online via Ticketweb. Cafe Carlyle is located in The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel (35 East 76th Street, at Madison Avenue).
Miami Beach Shopping: Retail Heaven
by Robert Diamond - Mar 8, 2016
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ While visitors flock to Miami Beach for its warm waters, white sand, fun and relaxing vibe, great restaurants, and nightlife, it's no secret that the city is also one of the most exciting shopping destinations in the country.
Alexa Ray Joel Returning to Cafe Carlyle in October
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 28, 2015
Cafe Carlyle is pleased to welcome back Alexa Ray Joel for a two-week engagement, October 20-31. Reviewing a previous engagement at the Cafe, The New York Times called Joel, daughter of music legend Billy Joel and supermodel Christie Brinkley, "a singer following her own heart," adding, "Her original work… is firmly grounded in a pop tradition in which streams converge, from gospel to Tin Pan Alley. The songs are bluntly melodic, lyrically direct and catchy." Since she was 15, Joel has been writing complete songs and complementing those songs with piano accompaniment, and writing poetry. At Cafe Carlyle, Alexa Ray Joel will perform original material in addition to giving her signature style to a set of popular songs. She'll be accompanied by Carmine Giglio on piano.
Trina Turk, Lucky Brand CEO, and PacSun Receive 2015 Creative Awards
by Jennifer Diamond - Mar 26, 2015
Otis College of Art and Design announced the distinguished recipients of its annual art and design awards. Fashion designer Trina Turk, founder of the eponymous lifestyle brand and a frequent supporter of the Otis fashion design program, will receive the 2015 Otis Fashion Innovation Award. Carlos Alberini, CEO of iconic denim label Lucky Brand, will accept the 2015 Otis Fashion Leadership Award, and successful youth culture retailer PacSun, with the stewardship of CEO Gary Schoenfeld, will be honored with the Otis 2015 Creative Vision Award. All three of this year's Otis honorees represent top fashion brands with strong roots in Southern California.
E! Sets New York Fashion Week Coverage
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 12, 2015
As the fashion and entertainment world descends on the Big Apple for the internationally renowned New York Fashion Week, E! is planting itself in the heart of all the action to bring viewers an unprecedented look at one of the year's biggest events in fashion. With wall-to-wall coverage on-air, online and on social, E!'s pop culture fans, celeb-watchers and fashion enthusiasts will get a rare glimpse into the most coveted ticket in town.
E! FROM FASHION WEEK Specials Premiere Today
by TV News Desk - Sep 5, 2014
As the creme de la creme of the international fashion world descends upon the Big Apple for New York Fashion Week, E! will bring fans unprecedented access to all the action with two 'E! From Fashion Week' specials.
Alexa Ray Joel to Make Cafe Carlyle Debut, 4/1-12
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2014
Alexa Ray Joel, while being the daughter of American icons Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley, has managed to forge a distinct path with elements of both parents' careers. Since she was 15, Joel has been writing complete songs and complementing those songs with piano accompaniment, and writing poetry. Newsday has described her music as 'instantlyhummable' and praised its 'carefree braininess.' Recently, Joel was featured in The Gap's 'Back to Blue' ad campaign, performing a cover of Billy Joel's 'Just The Way You Are.' She reveals her unique artistry in a two-week engagement at the legendary Cafe Carlyle, April 1-12.
Saks OFF 5TH to Open New Store Mississippi
by Jennifer Diamond - Nov 5, 2013
Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH announced that it plans to open a new store in Pearl, Mississippi (metropolitan Jackson) on Thursday, November 14, 2013. The store will be located in the Outlets of Mississippi in Rankin County, one of the fastest growing areas in the state. The outlet is developed by Spectrum Capital, an affiliate of the Yates Companies, Inc., and has a 15-mile-radius of the best brand name retailers. With approximately 17,000 square feet of space, the new Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH boutique-style shop will offer over 800 different world-renowned designer brands at value prices.
Val Kilmer to Star in CITIZEN TWAIN at Laguna Playhouse, 11/21-14
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 31, 2013
The Laguna Playhouse Executive and Artistic Directors Karen Wood and Ann E. Wareham present a special event, Val Kilmer starring in CITIZEN TWAIN, for a five-show limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. "We are thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to our audiences in Laguna Beach," offers Wood. Wareham adds, "Val Kilmer brings to remarkable life one of the greatest legends of all time and we are honored to have him here." CITIZEN TWAIN will perform five performances only beginning on Thursday, November 21 and run through Sunday, November 24, 2013 at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.
Pasadena Playhouse Adds Four Performances of Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN thru 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2013
The Pasadena Playhouse, announced today that it will add four additional performances of Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN to its limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of legendary American figure Mark Twain in his acclaimed one-man show CITIZEN TWAIN. Exploring the famed author's wry humor - from politics to death, love to money, racism, cats and everything in between - Val Kilmer reveals the wit and wisdom of the man considered to be America's greatest storyteller and first stand-up comedian. Kilmer continues to develop CITIZEN TWAIN, a solo show, with this now nine-show engagement, that will play August 21 through August 30, 2013, at The Pasadena Playhouse.