The funny thing about the announcement that Raf Simons would join Prada as co-creative director along with Miuccia is that Raf has been on my mind of late. And it’s not just…
African Influence in the Arts in Paris has been visible for a decade, especially in my quartier, the 6th arrondissement, ST GERMAIN DE PRES. Still, lately EVERYTHING AFRICAN has taken over. The…
Last night, the Plaza Hotel’s Grand Ballroom was the setting for The New York Botanical Garden’s annual Orchid Dinner (nybg.org). Underwritten by Hearst, this enchanting event, now in its 18th year, serves…
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In the months leading up to NYFW, the focus was on eveningwear, specifically red carpet fashion. Daywear was practically nonexistent from the recent 2020 Haute Couture shows in Paris. One of the…
Tulle and chiffon, crystals and feathers – oh my! From the 1909 debut of the Ballets Russes in Paris with its highly ornamental costumes to the 1930’s-50’s golden age of classical ballet…
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This award season was particularly long and drawn out. At times it seemed it would…
The 65th Viennese Opera Ball was held on Friday, February 7, 2020, with cocktails beginning…
Having been away from Michael’s since late last year, I was looking forward to going…
“Every human being, regardless of wealth or fame, appreciates the…
Remember that old joke: What’s black and white and red…
