Andres Aquino’s semi-annual fashion shows at Couture Fashion Week New York are always a delightful spectacle of fashion, entertainment and fun. His designs have also been shown on the runways of major events in Dubai, Cannes, New Delhi, Bucharest, Atlanta, Chicago and Palm Beach, among others.
Andres Aquino’s fashion designs have been called “wearable couture” for their chic silhouettes and contemporary appeal.
Andres Aquino is the founder and producer of Couture Fashion Week New York, one of the Big Apple’s most prestigious fashion week events.
CFW’s recent partnership with ZEE TV gives the event a truly global reach to over 1 billion viewers in over 170 countries. As the driving force behind this successful event, Mr. Aquino has been at the forefront in bringing many “firsts” to the New York fashion scene including being the first New York Fashion Week event to focus on couture vs others focusing on ready to wear; to incorporate fashion, film and tourism; to introduce and emphasize a strong ethnic diversity of models from all over the world; to introduce and emphasize the concept of healthy-looking models to promote a positive female image for young girls.
To focus on fashion shows for consumers in addition to trade and press; to incorporate theatrics and entertainers on a regular basis including top notch performers, singers and dancers from around the world; to film the event in state-of-the-art 3-D; to showcase a Muslim fashion designer with a luxury couture collection bridging traditional fashion boundaries; to present hand crafted fashions by designers from indigenous First Nations from North America; to attract many prominent international designers on a regular basis to show in New York.
See 27th season of Couture Fashion Week New York,with the following Designers showcasing their designs:
Alessia Siena luxury swimwear collection, Designer and artist Alexandra Popescu, launched “Magnetic,” her newest luxury dress capsule collection. Maria Elena Couture showcased her new couture line Mimmo & Lola in combination with her latest luxury handbag designs, New Jersey-based designer Sumbul presented her latest impeccably crafted collection, New York-based designer Janelle Funari presented the latest collection for her FUNARI label,
There were hundreds of people in attendance, with high entertainment, awards presentation and much more.
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Couture Fashion Week, founded in 2005 by Andres Aquino, presents a series of couture and luxury fashion shows in New York City, Cannes and other selected cities.
Featuring:
*Fine designers from around the world presenting exquisite garments and accessories
*Exhibits of art and luxury products and services
*Parties and receptions.
World Liberty TV, has been covering Couture Fashion Week , for close to 10 years showcasing hundreds of Designers worldwide, below see some of the Designers we Showcased this year.
Maria Elena Couture showed her latest luxury handbag designs during the upcoming 26th season of Couture Fashion Week New York. Marking the prestigious label’s debut at the event, the fashion show .
In her distinctive handbag creations, Maria Elena Couture strives to blend unique contemporary design with a touch and flavor of the Cuban culture that defines her. Thinking of the woman on the go who wants to be defined by an exclusive fashion aura while she goes through her day, Maria Elena’s fabric handbags focus on versatile and lightweight travel characteristics with panache. Her leather collection is sure to turn heads with its captivating colors and unique styles. Maria Elena’s leather and fabric handbags are the perfect addition to every woman’s upscale accessory collection.
Maria Elena, founder and designer of Maria Elena Couture, Inc., defines her brand as… “a climactic glimpse into the vibrant cultural prism that is my native melodious Cuba and dynamic American culture which echo through my designs.”
“Don’t carry a label, carry a unique style with cachet.”
We had the Pleasure interviewing Mrs. Maria Elena, see her exclusive interview right here in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel.
Also we had the pleasure of interviewing, Sany Dash, Chief Beauty Officer (CBO) of SANY DASH INC, Beauty Products. ., and see many more designers showcasing there designs.
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The Andre Galliano Haute Couture line was established
in the year 2015, after being A model for many years I was trying to find
A way To do something I really wanted to be good at I had already been a model a fashion booker for modeling agencies a record producer back stage manager
A stylist for designers back stage I still wasn’t fulfilled my first attempt at being A
designer was making T shirts and sweat pants I still wasn’t happy
so I awoke one day and was praying for god to show me what Is my purpose for being on this earth what I should I be doing finally the next day I started having some
dreams About fabrics and patterns and seeing my self-cut and drape fabric
so I went out and brought A mannequin and started pinning clothes on it
draping I said to myself I can do this I watched all the designers I worked with do it why Can’t I, I said to myself so I made my first piece for A collection it was A pair of underwear’s,
it was very hard to do as I was not really good at sewing so I befriended A few seamstresses that would teach me how to sew and cut and pin and drape from that day on I put lots of hours in learning how to cut and pin and drape and sew its now the thing that mostly grounds me in my life I put all my feelings and emotions into my clothing
its as if I have a bond and the fabrics speak to me when I go to A fabric store
its sure all I can’t believe how I am able to just go to A fabric store and walk to A roll of fabric and it speaks to me honestly I love what I do I am inspired by peace nature
the goodness of mankind everything that has to do with the elements we draw inspiration from lakes streams trees we all should be one with mother nature
its my biggest inspiration that I draw all my energy from and thats how I make my clothes and themes I draw the inspirations from different time period eras and the elements Thank You World Liberty Tv team always for your support I am always honored to work with you, I cherish our working relationship and I look forward to continue working with and supporting World Liberty TV, Dr Abbey and the world Liberty TV Team Andre Galliano. For more information about Andre Galliano click here.
Eleven selected designers from the Americas showcased their collections created using Epson’s state-of-the-art direct-to-garment and digital dye-sublimation printing. To commemorate the return of this showcase of designers coming together for fashion, this year’s theme for the presentation was “Harmony and Peace Through Fashion.”
Designers included: Chloe Trujillo from Los Angeles, Calif., Cristina Ruales from Brooklyn, N.Y., Fabrizzio Berrocal from Costa Rica, GM by Gustavo Moscoso from Ecuador, Kaleidoscopic by María de Lourdes Ramírez and Isabel Navarro Landa from Mexico, LENERD by Felipe Santamaría Luque from Colombia, Matías Hernán from Chile, Ossira by Agostina Orlandi and Ludmila Osikovsky from Argentina, Pionier by Janet Ríos and Carmen Artica from Peru, Santika by Danny Santiago from Miami, Fla., Tigresse by Fabio Yukio from Brazil
Digital dye-sublimation and direct-to-garment technologies, a relatively new trend in the textile industry, allow designers to alter textile designs, make color selections with the click of a mouse, and hone in on the fine details of their creations. Epson’s SureColor® F-Series printers give fashion and textile designers alike an accessible means to bring their ideas and inspiration to life, with the signature quality that distinguishes the Epson brand. The SureColor F-Series printers are high-speed, low-cost solutions that produce sharp, vivid images and offer an abundance of rich colors, intense blacks, and smooth gradations onto fabric.
Following Guests were in attendance: Abby Elliott, Arden Wohl, Barbie Ferreira, Chloe Norgaard, Harley Viera-Newton, Langley Fox, Selita Ebanks with music by Chelsea Leyland and Pamela Katz.
Couture Fashion Week was founded in 2005 by Andres Aquino. CFW presents a series of couture and luxury fashion shows in New York City and other selected cities.
Featuring:
*Fine designers from around the world presenting exquisite garments and accessories
*World class entertainment
*Exhibits of art and luxury products and services
*Parties and receptions
The Following Designers Participated:
Couture fashion designer Evgenia Luzhina ; Iconic Indonesian fashion label Shafira Couture; Rising design star Anniesa Hasibuan; Acclaimed Indonesian designer Diana Putri; New York City designer Lauren Tormenta; Upcoming designer label DiDomenico Designs; Designer Jossie Medina; Teresita Rodriguez Tanon entitled “Kobiet” the latest accessories collection; Slovakian designer Renata Kliska; Texas-based designer Evelyn Suzette , latest collection for her UpScales Fashions 43, Rising Peruvian design star Paola Gamero; Rising design star Laura Santana, collection entitled “Femme”, Award-winning designer Jorge Diep; designer Lainy Gold and Celebrated jewelry designer Monalisa Okojie.
I Want To Thank You And Your Team For Your Support, And Your Kind Words Of Wisdom Always,i Started In The Modeling businesss as A young man at 17 years old first modeling for Designer Daniel Hechter Of Paris
The Inventor of ready to wear, at the age of 17 then I went on to do some more modeling for jordache jeans, also the international male collection also Sergio Valente jeans, I was signed to a spin off of division of karin models called Starz Model Management, this is when I really realized my love for fashion, this is about the time when I developed A fondness for japanese clothing once I went to the Famous Designer Kanzai Yhamamoto Of Japans shows for 5 years I knew in my mind.
I wanted to be A model and design but did not know how to go about my designs
I was born and raised in the Bronx near the Fordham road section of the Bronx where people dressed maintained
a Very Eclectic style of fashion always from the break dancers in the parks at the music jams or whether it be
through my journeys walking the streets of new York city there was always an inspiration I am very happy
and grateful that god has given me a chance to start living out my dreams and give me the strength to
do all of these wonderful things fashion design photography , I also am working as A mother booker for models and subcontractor for different modeling agencies providing agencies and models for magazine and print currently till this day I am also A DJ and record producer I was born and raised in the Bronx with amazing parents of Puerto Rican and southern heritage.
I am currently creating my fall winter collection, for February and to seeing my world Liberty TV Family at my next show I am also in the process of opening a small boutique in the new york city area I will keep my World Liberty TV, family posted thank you so much Andre Galliano for your support and I totally support and am behind the world liberty tv movement.
World Liberty TV, Fashion Team was on hand to witness The Debut of Andre Galliano’s Haute Couture line for men and women, we at World Liberty TV, as well as hundreds in the audience agree that Andre Galliano’s Haute Couture, line is the next best thing , and he is here to stay. See Exclusive Coverage right here in our World Liberty TV.
Zaskia Sungkar is a well-known celebrity in the world of Indonesian entertainment, film and television. After establishing her career in the entertainment industry, she discovered her other passion: fashion. She has gone on to pursue her love of fashion with the launch of her signature Zaskia Sungkar label. Zaskia Sungkar boutiques can be found in a number of cities in Indonesia and neighboring countries.
For her debut at Couture Fashion Week in New York, Zaskia Sungkar will present her latest collection entitled “Mandalika”, inspired by the grace and beauty of Princess Mandalika, a mythical character from legends told in Nusa Tenggara Barat, a province in Indonesia.
Zaskia Sungkar’s designs use only the finest handmade fabrics, both woven fabrics and the famous songket brocade fabrics native to Nusa Tenggara Barat. These exquisite and intricate fabrics are made by hand with a special wooden tool requiring exceptional skill and labor by the artisan weavers. It can take around a month to make a piece of fabric 3 meters (about 10 feet) long, and the total processing time can be about 3 months, depending on the color details and pattern or motif of the fabric.
Dian Pelangi studied fashion design and pattern making at the Ecole Superieure des Arts et Techniques de la Mode (ESMOD) in France. She is a young prolific entrepreneurial fashion designer pioneering and pushing the boundaries of Muslim fashion both nationally and internationally. She draws inspiration from the colors of the rainbow which is reflected in her multi-talented skill set and fine eye for detail, color and artistic flair. Her trademark style includes vibrant color palettes and an unwavering loyalty to traditional Indonesian artisan techniques of vivid tie-dye, exquisite songket and lavish batik.
Barli Asmara discovered his passion for art and fashion at an early age. Following his dream, he launched his signature label in 2002, producing high-end ready-to-wear and couture womenswear. Today his designs include couture, bridal and business wear, as well as menswear.
Mr. Asmara’s beautiful and distinctive designs have garnered many accolades and awards including AMICA Young Talented Designer Award, ELLE Designer of The Year, Bazaar Wedding, one of the Best 20 Designers for High End Masterpiece, Kartika Magazine’s Best Designer of The Year, as well as one of Dewi Magazine’s best Indonesia Fashion Designers of 2008. Mr. Asmara served as designer for the 2011 Puteri Indonesia pageant and for the winner, Nadine Alexandra, when she went on to compete in the Miss Universe pageant. He was part of Indonesia’s DKI Jakarta Dinas Pariwisata delegation at the Melbourne Festival, and a participating designer in multiple editions of the Rumah Pesona Kain fashion event, as well as the International Textiles and Costume Congress in 2011. He has shown his collections at prestigious fashion events including Jakarta Fashion Week, Indonesia Fashion Week, Mazda Marie Claire Fashion Show, and Bazaar Movie Textra, to name just a few. He is a member of IPMI (Ikatan Perancang Mode Indonesia, the Indonesian Fashion Designers Association).
Barli Asmara is dedicated to representing the beauty and richness of Indonesian handcrafts and classic artisan techniques in his collections which are known for the their exquisite detailing. He is known for his skillful use of beads, pearls, jewels, fringe and feathers as alluring fashion details, along with macramé, smocking, and embroidery.
L ainy Gold’s color palette for 2015 is inspired by “Glacé-Ice”, the shimmer of ice when hit by the sun: silvers, golds, pinks and iridescent blues. Her latest collection is quite romantic, while also incorporating elements of Hollywood glamour.
Fashion has always been an important part of Lainy Gold’s life. She is a native of Canada with a French mother and British father, and her mother’s chic French fashion sense impacted the designer’s own personal style. Ms. Gold started designing at a young age, and went on to be a model for 15 years, surrounded by designers, immersed in the fashion world of showrooms, fittings and photo shoots. She presented her inaugural collection at Atlantic City Fashion Week, and has experience designing menswear, swimwear, children’s fashions, bridal designs, accessories and headpieces, as well as competitive dance outfits, along with her distinctive womenswear designs.
In addition to being a talented fashion designer, Lainy Gold is also an accomplished photographer and actress. Her photographic work has appeared in numerous print magazines and calendars. As an actress, she has appeared in such TV shows as Law and Order, Gossip Girl and Blue Bloods and films including New Year’s Eve, Mr. Poppers Penguin, Two Weeks Notice and Jersey Girl. Her latest role is in Road Rage – A Bleak Comedy, a film directed by Brad Mays, to be released in 2015.
Couture Fashion Week is a multi-day event showcasing couture and luxury fashion. It also includes exhibits of luxury brands and fine art as well as world-class entertainment and parties. The event is held twice a year in New York City and is attended by upscale consumers, invited VIPs, the press and high-end store buyers. Couture Fashion Week offers unique promotional opportunities for luxury products and services.
World Liberty TV was on hand for Couture Fashion Week.
Many contemporary fashion designs incorporate such timeless Chinese elements as dragons, calligraphy, and Buddhas. But what can this rich and ancient culture offer in addition to those exotic elements? Can traditional oriental culture bring a new spirit to modern fashion?
China is comprised of many different ethnicities, but Han culture has been the most prevalent since ancient times. Han Couture consists of the clothing worn by ethnic Hans, as well as those whom they inspired, from thousands of years ago up until the end of the Ming Dynasty in the 17th century. The defining characteristics of Han Couture are its unique collars and lapels; wide, flowing sleeves; and the use of a sash in place of buttons. The look is refined, reserved, and noble, rendered in the finest fabrics, often with exquisite embroidered details and other embellishments.
Clothing and accessories of Han Couture are inseparable from the semi-divine culture of China. The Buddhist and Daoist belief in maintaining harmony between Heaven and mankind was reflected in every aspect of society including clothing and style. Han Couture reached its peak in the Tang, Song and Ming Dynasties, with Chinese culture absorbing aspects from other regions and with different countries being highly influenced by Chinese culture. For example, today’s Japanese kimono and Korean hanbok still retain features of Tang Dynasty dress.
