I met Flora Cusi during Milan Fashion Week in September 19. The young bag designer debuted her new bag collection and brand, Yosono, to press and buyers. Engaging with new designers is always exciting because of the enthusiasm. Lastly, the chance to watch the person grow is rewarding. I hope she makes it. I …
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McQueen at MFWM
When I saw Alexander McQueen on the Milan Fashion Week Men, of course I made the trek to minimum studio space. I must admit I do not wear the brand. But the brand’s expressive statement wear has influenced on the fashion world. Now, this collection was about suit for Fall 20. An interpretation of …
Milan will Return
I have visited Milan many times for Fashion Week. Seeing the proud city come to a panicked standstill made me sad. This city will comeback. I will be there for the next fashion week.
Quick Milan Impressions
When I arrived in Milan at the Malpensa Airport terminal I did not expect a scene from the “X-Files”. Global headlines have caught up to me. From head to toe wearing Hazmats, health officials were testing for the Coronavirus with digital thermometers. Welcome to Fashion Week. The week got even more interesting. My journey on …
Milan Fashion Week Preview
Milan Fashion Week to say the least was different. Global headlines have affected the bi-annual event. But it did not stop the creativity. Stay Tuned for our coverage.
Milan Fashion Week 2020
Black and Paper prepares for Milan Fashion February 2020. While we countdown, enjoy a collection of GREAT FACES from previous MFW’s.
Fashion Week Conversations
The Fashion Week Tour has started, yet the fashion business becomes more precarious. This year the challenges are too big to bury our heads in the sand. While we sit on rows during shows, mingle with each other over a sparkling wine, the warning bells are ringing louder. Stores Going Wrong Macy’s, the American retail …
Never Enough!
A person can never have too many shoes in the closet. At Pitti Uomo, these are a few I would like to see on my rack.
Viva Juana!
Using an impressive location in Paris, the Spanish Embassy, Juana Martin made her debut at Haute Couture Week 2020. Her collection, “Les Cours De Ma Maison”, reflected an Andalusian background influenced by Flamenco dancing and dress. The Cordoba native gave the audience generous looks of embroidery, shawls, and headpieces. I would call the collection …
From Paris Haute Couture
Some images from our Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Coverage. Never a dull moment in the French Capital, the mode this season, prudence, not flash. Stay Tuned for more coverage