http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:41:55 -0700 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:53:12 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Fall-runway-designer-looks-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner While high end designer clothes are highly coveted by many women, not everyone can afford to buy them. Sometimes the cost of a single item can be more than a month's rent. In New York City rent, that's even more unattainable!  As much as we woul... Shopping Fashionably Economic Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:53:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d10-Fall-runway-designer-looks-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Shopping-guide-Make-your-fall-wardrobe-runwayworthy?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Now that the temperature has dropped in New York, there is an even greater sense of urgency to get one’s fall shopping list covered. For many women, it’s a challenge to weed through the sea of fall trends and decide how to update their wa... Shopping Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:25:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Shopping-guide-Make-your-fall-wardrobe-runwayworthy?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m10d3-Fashion-plays-role-in-ECOFEST-2009?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Wedding dress by Adele Wechsler (Photo: Nancy Wells)  What do tap dancers, parrots, music, rap, and fashion have to do with the environment? Prepare to find out for yourself at the 21st Annual ECOFEST in New York City. On Sunday October 4, 2009... runway shows Exhibits Events Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:15:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m10d3-Fashion-plays-role-in-ECOFEST-2009?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Event-this-Saturday-Williamsburg-Indie-Designer-Soiree?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Photo courtesy of Bob Bland/Arsenal NYCThis Saturday, September 26, 2009 is a special Fashion Week Edition of the Williamsburg Indie Designer Soiree, hosted by Arsenal NYC. This pop-up mart in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn will feature in... Events Shopping Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:23:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Event-this-Saturday-Williamsburg-Indie-Designer-Soiree?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d17-NY-Fashion-Week-My-night-as-an-insider-at-the-Tuleh-show?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Looks from Tuleh Spring/Summer 2010 (photo collage: Nancy Wells)Having fellow friends in the fashion industry definitely has its perks. On Sunday September 13, my friend Laura invited "the gang" to the Tuleh show in Bryant Park as her gues... runway shows NY Fashion Week Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:11:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d17-NY-Fashion-Week-My-night-as-an-insider-at-the-Tuleh-show?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Fashion-Week-gets-EcoFriendly-at-Nolcha-Ethical-Fashion-Preview?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Designs by Elena Garcia (Photo: Nancy Wells) Nolcha Fashion Week 2009 is one of the great events happening in New York City alongside the infamous Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Featuring designers from all over the world, this event showcases clothing... runway shows Trade Shows Exhibits NY Fashion Week Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:52:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Fashion-Week-gets-EcoFriendly-at-Nolcha-Ethical-Fashion-Preview?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Runway-Show-INIMA-SpringSummer-2010?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner A model walks the runway at the INIMA S/S 2010 show. (Photo:Nancy Wells)New York, NY - The Kate Werble Gallery was stirring with press, industry professionals, and friends of the designer on Tuesday September 1, 2009. The night began with a receptio... runway shows Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:00:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Runway-Show-INIMA-SpringSummer-2010?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Runway-101-What-is-the-difference-between-ReadytoWear-and-Couture?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner A ready-to-wear look shown in a Saks FIfth Ave. store window in New York on Tue Aug 18, 2009.(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan) Related Articles Runway 101: What is the purpose of a fashion show? Fashion 101: Haute Couture Bespoke suits not just for gentle... Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:30:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Runway-101-What-is-the-difference-between-ReadytoWear-and-Couture?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m8d4-Runway-101-What-is-the-purpose-of-a-fashion-show?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner A model wears a creation part of Italian stylist Gattinoni's fall-winter 2009-2010 high fashion collection unveiled in Rome, Monday, july 13, 2009. (AP photo/Pier Paolo Cito) Fashion shows, also known as runway shows, are used to prese... Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:49:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m8d4-Runway-101-What-is-the-purpose-of-a-fashion-show?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d24-Boudoir-Chic-Fall-looks-stolen-from-the-lingerie-drawer?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Photo collage by Nancy WellsRegardless of what undergarments you currently own, consider it wise to invest in some new lingerie this Fall. There will be a distinct difference, however, from the kind you wear in the bedroom -  you’ll be wea... Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:57:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d24-Boudoir-Chic-Fall-looks-stolen-from-the-lingerie-drawer?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d11-Trend-Alert-How-to-wear-sequins--metallic-for-Fall?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Clothing collage by Nancy WellsEvery designer for Fall 09 showed one or more runway looks bedecked in sequins or with a metallic sheen, making these the most prominent fabric trends of the season. These fabrics are no longer reserved for cocktail ho... Sat, 11 Jul 2009 15:12:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d11-Trend-Alert-How-to-wear-sequins--metallic-for-Fall?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Sheer-Fabrics-The-illusion-of-less-clothing?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner Collage by Nancy WellsThe use of sheer fabrics is the secret to coverage that’s simultaneously revealing.  It’s also a way to create a garment that appears to cheat the laws of physics in its construction. Designers use both of thes... Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:55:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Sheer-Fabrics-The-illusion-of-less-clothing?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m6d23-Five-Runway-looks-you-can-wear-to-work?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner  Although office dress codes have relaxed in the last few years, many women still equate freedom of expression with "Casual Friday."  During the 9-5 work week, it is challenging to show any sense of style while tethered to a dress... Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:26:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m6d23-Five-Runway-looks-you-can-wear-to-work?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m6d14-Designers-for-the-Urban-Hipster?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner It's true, hipsters like to go against trends of the masses and follow their own drum. This group of people, while always seeming "off" from the general style consensus, are in fact foreshadowing popular trends of future seasons. As a resul... Sun, 14 Jun 2009 10:09:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13777-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m6d14-Designers-for-the-Urban-Hipster?cid=exrss-NY--Runway-to-Real-World-Fashion-Examiner