By: Betty Coker,  Fashion Editor in Chief  For World Liberty TV

I am glad to say New York Fashion Week, September 2023 was back in full force, I got so many invites to almost every show one can think of and was humanely impossible to attend each and every show. It reminded me of my early days, before COVID-19. We have been covering NYFW for 20 years.

Below you will see some of the Fashion shows, Fashion Presentations, Private VIP Parties and exclusive interviews with Designers, models and much more. we attended, during New York Fashion Week 2023.

Harlem Fashion Row Style Awards & Fashion Show & VIP Party -2023 at the Iconic Apollo Theatre in the Heart of Harlem: Harlem’s Fashion Row Celebrated Its 16th Annual Style Awards and Runway Show, Harlem Fashion Row—the organization founded by Brandice Daniel.

Devoted to uplifting and supporting Black and Latinx talent in fashion which included the following honoree’s: On stage, awards were collected by rapper A$AP Rocky, singer Kelly Rowland, stylists Wayman + Micah, photographer Johnny Nuñez, editor Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, and designer Stella Jean.

Nicole Benefield Portfolio, A. Potts, and Megan Renee all showed new collections on the catwalk, too. Lastly, rapper A$AP Rocky Father of Rihanna’s 2 Boys.

Collected the Virgil Abloh Award presented by LVMH, and he spoke of his personal relationship with the late designer. “Virgil discovered us, [the A$AP Mob crew], before I got my record deal. Virgil went on to design my first album cover and first tour.”

The Walt Disney Company, LVMH, and AT&T, among others, as sponsors. 50th anniversary of hip-hop, and aimed to celebrate the Black creatives who are shaping the current fashion landscape with their unique work.

I am honored to call Brandice Daniel founder of Harlem Fashion Row, a friend first of all and a brilliant woman who assembled a great time to give people of color an opportunity in the fashion world and sectors and at the same time give them a seat at the table. Harlem Fashion Row, Panels, VIP Events, Styling awards, High level Fashion events, and showcasing some of the biggest names in the world who are people of Color.

Dapper Don Legendary Fashion Designer and Icon in Harlem and the Fashion Industry said, it best that evening.

If it was not for our people we would not be around, today. To learn more about Harlem Fashion Row, click here.  To See Harlem Fashion Row, Fashion Show, Style awards Show Red Carpet events and VIP Party in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels Click here.

Emerge Fashion Show Awards Presentation and VIP Party 2023: Emerge! A Fashion Runway Show is the top emerging designer collective during New York Fashion Week and is a catalyst for providing a platform and a strong backdrop for emerging designers.

Top emerging designers from across the globe participate in the highly anticipated show each year during February and September fashion week in an effort to connect up-and-coming designers with potential buyers and fashion industry power players.

This spectacular event discovers designers from across the world and provides them with a lifetime opportunity. Emerge! is one of the most anticipated shows during the season and is produced by D. Williams Public Relations Group.

Emerge! ensures that the best and brightest designers who are still fighting to get their foot in the door have a fair shot at getting their collection showcased.

“I created EMERGE! 12 years ago to provide a national and global runway for talented designers everywhere,” states EMERGE! Creator and Producer Dionne Williams, of D. Williams Public Relations Group. “It’s my mission for EMERGE! to be a catalyst and resource for designers.”

Amid the glitz and glam of the high-energy production, this year’s EMERGE! Fashion Runway Show will also present the Fashion Trailblazer Award to two fashion industry leaders. Legendary Designer & Urban Fashion Pioneer April Walker of Walker Wear, Luxury Women’s Wear Designer Sergio Hudson and the legendary Dapper Dan.

This coveted honor recognizes the trailblazing work, creativity and contributions of a leading designer in the industry positively laying the pathway for upcoming designers & creatives.

We at World Liberty TV, have been covering Emerge Fashion Week for close to 7 years, it’s a great show all put together by EMERGE! Creator and Producer Dionne Williams, of D. Williams Public Relations Group and her team.

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Hi-Tech Moda Fashion Shows-2023 : The Event featured top emerging and established designers and boutiques from around the world, showcasing a unique blend of hi-tech and sustainable fashion. The day will be filled with various shows from designers like Kat Couture, Nita Belle’s Closet, Archie Brown, Elizabeth Cordela, and Eiffel Bleu, among others.

In addition to the fashion shows, there was  a special presentation by Indigenous Designers: Ally’s Ribbons by Alyssia Sutherland and VIVIDUS RUNWAY by Tierra alyssia. This event is not just about fashion, it’s about celebrating diversity and creativity. Said its founder and Executive Producer Hi-Tech Moda, Ms. Pamela Privette.

World Liberty TV, Fashion Team has been covering Hi-Tech Moda Fashion Shows for the past 4 years.

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Small Boutique Fashion Week Show -2023: The industry’s most powerful event for indie brands voted by CBS & Forbes.com will be celebrating Season #22 of Small Boutique Fashion Week in the biggest way possible.

Small Boutique Fashion Week NYC Fashion Week will take place Saturday September 10th & will feature over 50+ brands debuting their collections during our award winning fashion shows and vendor market.

SBFW Was Created in 2012 to Provide Emerging Designers with an Upscale Platform to display their work…

Hosting over 3000+ fashion brands over the past 10 years and 15 states, Small Boutique Fashion Week has been providing a safe space for indie design community for almost a decade. SBFW has been featured in notable publications such as Fox Business Network, Forbes & Upscale Magazine and has been listed as the number fashion event for indie brands votes by CBS.

Many of our participants have gone on to style celebrities, sell to boutiques and stores and even compete on Project Runway.

World Liberty TV, Fashion Team has been covering the Small Boutique Fashion Week for the past 8 years.

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NOLCHA FASHION Designers Spring/Summer 2024, Showcase:  The Nolcha Shows are a leading award winning event, held during New York Fashion Week, for independent fashion designers to showcase their collections to a global audience of press, retailers, stylists and industry influencers.

Over the past eleven years the Nolcha Shows have become established as a platform of discovery; promoting cutting edge innovative fashion designers through runway shows and exhibitions.

The Nolcha Shows have built an acclaimed reputation as a hot incubator of new fashion design talent and are officially listed by New York City Economic Development Corporation; offering a range of cost effective options to increase independent fashion designer’s recognition and develop their business.

The successful showcase consistently receives positive media coverage including features in Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, New York Times, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, NBC and Inc and supported by brands including smartwater, Rusk, Vitamin Water, American Airlines, Don Q Rums and Landrover.

The NOLCHA Fashion Show 2023, had the following designers participate at the Iconic Mercedes Benz Showroom NYC. Vitruvius, often abbreviated as “Vs.,” is a forward-thinking fashion collective reshaping the boundaries of fashion by merging art, technology, and sustainable design.

Tina Tandon: is a NY based FIT trained Indian-American Fashion designer, having her fashion knowledge and experience fine-tuned with the likes of Top European Fashion brands – ESCADA and CHRISTIAN LACROIX under LVMH.

Oh Polly: Through our fashion-forward designs, we aim to bring pleasure, entertainment, and moments of celebration into our customers’ lives. From vibrant party dresses that make hearts skip a beat, to playful and trendy everyday wear that sparks joy, our products are carefully crafted to evoke positive emotions and create unforgettable moments.

New York Culture Club: is a fashion collective revolutionizing the way we perceive fashion through groundbreaking technology solutions. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, NYCC has embarked on a journey that goes beyond conventional fashion, seamlessly integrating non-invasive, microelectronics into their apparel and accessories.

So many other designers who were also showcasing their lines of clothing. Our World Liberty TV, has covered the NOLCHA Fashion Week for close to 10 years.

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 FASHINNOVATION Worldwide Talks & Vendor Showcase -2023: Fashinnovation was born with the main purpose of fostering positive transformation in the industry. Education is essential, innovation is what gives the right direction and action is what changes the world!

Fashinnovation Gives is a space dedicated to elevate institutions that we believe in and that are changing the world for good.

Founded by Jordana Guimaraes Co-Founder, Fashinnovation and Marcelo Guimaraes Founder, Fashinnovation.

Kenneth Cole Founder & Chief Creative Officer Kenneth Cole and Founder & Chairman, The Mental Health Coalition, was the keynote speaker of the event.

We are CONFERENCE, We Are Connection, We Are Community Throughout the day, guests Experience Talks by Leaders in the Industry, an Exhibition of TECH and Fashion Brands, Startup Pitch for Investors and a Cocktail Networking event.

World Liberty TV, Team Has Been Covering Shows, Vendor Showcases and these kind of talks for Jordana Guimaraes and her company for over 13 years.

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VICTOR  De  SOUZA Fall/ Winter Line Fashion Show-2023 :  Since the inception, Victor dE Souza has practiced sustainability by creating timeless pieces with quality and care reminiscent of traditional couture. Victor dE Souza’s “Conscious Couture” is a lifestyle that is committed to beauty, integrity, being set apart as well as conscious production.

Committed to the traditional art of couture, Argentinian born Victor dE Souza is a New York local who provides meticulous craftsmanship coupled with artistry.

The Victor dE Souza product line is focused on formal wear, beauty & lifestyle accessories. His thoughtful production is served with a finished element that is detailed by hand, using high quality materials and personally designed for the client’s fit while minimizing wasted materials.

The patterns used are hand designed, measured and graded, by Victor himself. These pieces are truly timeless, garnering art that will last and can be passed down from one generation to another.

Sustainability – Responsibility – Accountability – Beauty – Longevity.

See Victors 2024, line in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel by Clicking here. To learn more about VICTOR  De  SOUZA and his designs click here for more information.  See VICTOR  De  SOUZA 2023, fashion Show in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels by clicking here.

Nardos Spring Summer 2024 collection fashion show:  Nardos Imam is a renowned fashion designer who has developed a strong reputation for creating high-end, luxurious, and elegant garments. She was born and raised in Eritrea, where she was surrounded by sound of her mother’s sewing.

Inspiring her to pursue a career in the fashion industry when she moved to the United States. After graduating, she began her career working at Richard Brooks—a luxe fabric stores in Dallas.

In 2012, Nardos decided to launch her own fashion house – NARDOS Couture. Her designs have been seen on many celebrities.

Making her one of the most sought-after designers for evening wear, couture and bridal wear, ready-to-wear clothing and accessories. Her understanding of fabrics and silhouettes are what make each piece individually special and timeless.

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DENNIS BASSO SPRING SUMMER 2024 COLLECTION: Dennis Basso’s inspiration for Spring-Summer 2024 is the style, strength and grace of great American families across the generations. Icons of American style, these confident, free-spirited women embody the freshness and vivaciousness of New World glamour.

Breezing across a ballroom or floating across a garden patio, poised, polished and perfectly modern, this is occasional day dressing and special evening wear crafted for summer resorts and sunny winter havens. Visions in silk chiffon, satin faced organza and embroidered lace; point’ d’esprit, four-ply silk and gazar capture the soigné mood.

Man-tailored jackets with a feminine twist, petite evening boleros and urbane jumpsuits mingle with stunning one-shouldered silhouettes, flared cocktail dresses and flowing gowns in a shimmering palette of pale blue, midnight black, polka dots, bronze, copper and white. Handmade flowers add a touch of couture magic.

Ready for anything, free of restraint, poised to take on the world with panache, these are our American beauties.

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Black Tie Magazine Fashion Show and Gala -2023:  BLACK TIE GALA Black Tie Magazine International Fashion Show Wine Tasting, Art Exhibit& Charity Event Wednesday September 6, 2023 at Manhattan Motor Cars in New York City. Close to 300 people were in attendance, which included High Fashion Shows, Entertainment.

Many vendors showcasing their brands. Many people from different sectors were in attendance networking and meeting many folks to do business with.

I want to thank my dear friend over 25 years Gerard McKeon who was the force behind putting together The Black Tie Magazine Fashion Show and Gala -2023., who has covered some of the biggest events taking place in NY and around the World in his Black Tie Magazine.

Alongside The Chief Editor for Black Tie Magazine Joyce Brooks. To Learn more about the Black Tie Magazine and attend some of the biggest events taking place in New York City. Click here for more information.

See Some of the vendors during New York Fashion Week 2023, feel free to visit their websites, and support them by purchasing their products or referring them to your network of friends who can benefit from their services.

Lucia Falco Accessories: Unique hand-crafted beaded bags and accessories to go with any outfit or occasion. Let yourself sparkle and feel special.

These are wonderful Pearl Beaded bags, our Fashion Chief-Editor Loves these bags and carries them to all her social events, to learn more or purchase Lucia Falco Accessories you can to their Instagram by clicking here.

Dr ROSSI DERM MD: THE COLLECTION These scientific discoveries together with his belief that skincare should be universal drove Dr. Rossi to envision medical-grade formulas for people of all genders, ages, and races that would target the root cause of skin sensitivity and premature aging without harsh additives, irritants, or chemical fillers. It was an entirely novel concept that only Dr. Rossi could have imagined. To learn more about Dr ROSSI DERM MD and purchase click here for more information.

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