Changes

Hello Peeps

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I have been pretty busy with work and school that blogging took a major back seat. I actually am trying to figure out how to redo the blog. Yes, it will be about fashion and geekery, but the past few months have been game changing for me. I've started new things...ended a few things/relationships. Basically clearing out dead weight.

In the midst of this, the purpose of my blog kind of got lost, hence the hiatus. I don't want to put content that I don't believe in, it's not fair to my readers or myself. 

Looking back, I think really started my blog for attention and approval. Yes of course all bloggers in some way that is why they do it. But I think I needed validation that what I did and wore was "great" from the outside world. I find myself even taking less selfies, I look great but more importantly I feel great on the inside :) I have come to the realization have grown in the past year that I no longer need the validation (go me!) that my blog once gave me. I still love fashion and shooting don't get me wrong but there isn't a need to rush to do an outfit post when there are other things taking up my time.  

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To revamp the blog am going to try a few things over the next few weeks (short story coming in a few). I am going to experiment a lot, so bear with me on this new journey.

Hope everyone is having a great December so far! 

xo

Kos

NYFW Day 2: CHROMAT + JAY GODFREY

What is great about NYFW in recent years are the brands that are willing to take a risk and do something different.  Two brands that have stood out so far are CHROMAT and JAY GODFREY.

CHROMAT had their SS16 show at Milk Studios, a proper for as their inspiration for the 2016 woman is to "empower the body" by using intelligence capabilities to monitor performance through clothes. A dress that stood out to me was the Adrenaline Dress. The dress is powered by Intel and is made up of 3D printed panels and expandable carbon fiber framework.  When the dress senses adrenaline, the framework extends into a large wing shape. So cray! Totally something from a Tim Burton Batman Movie!

The show also featured two curvy models, highlighting diversity that is a long standing argument in the fashion industry. It's refreshing to see this, as we are flooded with Instagram posts of Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner on the runways.

Jay Godfrey's Spring 2016 is inspired by the work of the late interior designer and architect David Collins. Godfrey's designs highlight David Collins' use of simplicity and architectural lines. Keeping to his inspiration of the New York woman in mind, Godfrey melds the classic tailoring techniques of Savile Row with modern silhouettes and luxurious fabrics. The monochromatic collection paid tribute to Collins' work by using different shades of white, ivory, alabaster and cream.  

The runways have been screaming out "POP of COLOR", Godfrey stuck to his design principal and what the actual NYC woman wears in the spring.  He could have swam where the fish were swimming, he didn't. Rock on Jay!

Jay Godfrey photos by: Dan Lecca Photography

Jay Godfrey photos by: Dan Lecca Photography

Have you guys been seeing the shows, any favs so far? Do tell!

xo

Kos

Snaps, Apps, Style=Snap+Style Launch Party

Hello Peeps

We are right in the middle of NYFW, and I didn’t post jack squat smh lol a damn shame! I apologize and to make up for it, this post is a little longer than usual :)

NYFW in September usually showcases Spring/Summer collections for the following year. Brands also use this as a time to promote fall launches as well.  The day before NYFW, I attended the launch for the rad new app SNAP+STYLE.  SNAP + STYLE Gives Women Real-Time Access To Their Own Professional Stylist.  The app creates a two-way dialogue between clients and a community of stellar S+S stylists with editorial, celebrity and brand experience.

The stylists offer personalized, spot-on fashion recommendations that pair items from women's wardrobes with apparel for purchase. All at the snap of a pic and a touch of a screen. In real time, yes real time. It’s one of the most useful fashion apps, I have seen in a long time.  SNAP+STYLE is now available for free to download on the Apple iOS App Store and iTunes. Click here to download: http://apple.co/1g5bL4d

The app decided to use NY Fashion Week celebrate with their newly appointed brand ambassador, Louise Roe. Hosting along with founder Anna Jensen and joined by a cadre of friends, fashion influencers and bloggers including Jamie Chung.

It was the first time, I attended an event at the Penthouse of Milk Studios, the views and the atmosphere was unbelievable!

My dear friend Candy Washington (future WCW post coming soon) was also in attendance, it was a rad time.  Candy is now based in LA, she was my Brooklyn buddy it’s always a treat when we visit one another!

Another post coming right up! Happy Fashion week everyone!

xo

Kos