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Greetings Fashionistas….

As you know New York Fashion Week is sadly coming to an end….. Initially my plans were to take my Tres Chic Style fashionistas along with me for the fabulous ride but a hectic schedule, standing room only crowds not to mention mommyhood put all those things to rest.

I managed to snag a few photos from the Baby Phat Show Tuesday night. The signature “Fabulosity” was definately toned down to reflect the sluggish economy.

Kimora seemed really in touch with the retail landscape and her denim and reday to wear apparel dominated the runway.

As I prepare to sashay on over to Project Runway season 4 winner Christian Siriano’s show I just wanted to leave you with a few chic coupons to compliment your shopping adventures…..

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Fashion Week Update…..

As previously reported, Kimora Lees Simmons will be unveiling her Baby Phat Fall ‘09 collection this Tuesday. This year Kimora’s giving her fans an insiders look into what goes on backstage at one of her shows. Baby Phat will be doing a live Twitter feed from backstage at the Baby Phat show Tuesday, February 17, 2009 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

Fashionista’s will be able to log on to www.twitter.com/babyphat and get a “backstage pass” to find out what goes on behind the scenes at one of the most fabulous shows of the year!

Fashion Week Day 4…..

The glamorous creations of Jill Stuart & Tracey Reese sashayed down the runways at Bryant Park today. Making for quite the star-studded front row, Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush teamed up with the Hilton sisters at the Tracy Reese show.

Tracy Reese’s runway was filled with her signature, mostly easy-to-wear frocks and some excellent pants as well.
Models adorned black thigh highs, some knitted caps and a few donned the of-the-moment nerdy eyeglasses. This show was dedicated to Tracey’s mom, Patricia, who passed away last week. Her front row seat sat empty with a bouquet of flowers resting on it.

Looking forward to…….Season four Project Runway winner Christian Siriano will show in Bryant Park on Thursday marking his first time with his own collection in the tents.

Fashion Week Update

Fashion Week Day Two

Yesterday I hit the tents for the Barbie Runway Show. With nearly 1500 people in attendance, standing room only, A listers and little girls scurrying about. The theme of the show was “All About Girls” and unapologetic materialism. The show began with a video installation of Barbie through the years, then featured three runway shows, based on interpretations of classic, modern and future Barbie. My favorite design was famed Barbie designer Bob Mackie, who presented a god beaded gown. Something I wish my Barbie rocked back in the day……

Fashion Week for me normally means dynamic shows, celeb sightings, chic after-parties and an extra 2 or 3 pounds at the end of the week… Yes 3 pounds!, shows often treat VIP’s (writers, editors, etc.) to decadent treats before the show and at the after-parties. Miss Tres Chic has been hitting the gym regularly and limiting her eternal love affair with desserts (with the exception of a cupcake every now and then…) I am so committed to my new regimen, even Fashion Week won’t deter me on this one!

Luckily for me, my handbag is armed with my new weight loss secret, courtesy of PurpleLab. It requires no prescription, or dreaded FDA warnings…..A wave of my Huge Lips Skinny Hips lip gloss wand actually curves my urge to snack while leaving my lips instantly plumped without the usual burning or stinging.

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On a lighter note….. Join Tres Chic Style and help 5 year Jasmina Amena realize the “Magic” of Barbie for generations to come…..

Muuuaahh!

Chic Fashion News & Tips….

Greetings Fashionistas…..

Today marks the beginning of New York Mercedes Benz Fashion Week (Fall 2009).

There are definitely signs of a recession in the tents this year. Fabulosity Queen & Fashion Magnate Kimora Lee Simmons has decided to tone down the glitz this season for her Baby Phat collection.

For years, the Baby Phat Show has been the finale of New York Fashion Week. The shows are normally packed with celebrities and about 1,600 guests who cram into venues like the Roseland Ballroom (last year) to snag a glimpse of Kimora’s latest creations.

This season front row A-Lister’s like Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Mya, Ivanna Trump, Chudney Ross, Star Jones, Nick Cannon, Mary J Blige and Lisa Gastineau will have to get their rock star glam on at another show…….The party is over!!!

Star Jones & Ivanna at Baby Phat Spring 2008

According to published reports, Kimora felt “Now’s not the time to be running all over and flaunting the money that we don’t have,” Ms. Simmons says. “Now’s not the time to have all these people come to the show who are coming because they’re your best friends — the people who need to be there are the buyers who need to see the clothes, the editors.”

Other Designers like Marc Jacobs and Proenza Schouler have reportedly cut back their guest lists this year and others such as Vera Wang and Monique Lhuillier have opted for low-key presentations instead of big runway shows.

Fashion Week Day One……

10 AM THE HEART TRUTH’S RED DRESS COLLECTION 2009

11 AM YIGAL AZROUËL

1 PM DUCKIE BROWN
2 PM CHARLOTTE RONSON
3 PM BCBGMAXAZRIA
6 PM NICOLE MILLER

7 PM THISDAY/ARISE MAGAZINE: AFRICAN FASHION COLLECTIVE 2009

8 PM ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
9 PM VENEXIANA

Ms. Tres Chic will be skipping the tents today and will head into the city for tomorrow’s Barbie™ Runway Show at 3pm. Uber fashion plate Barbie™ is celebrating her 50th on the Fashion Week runway. 50 designers will produce life-size outfits inspired by Barbie.

Fashion Week fever is here and I’ll do my best to take you along for the ride with up-to-the-minute news, photos and reports.

Have a Chic & Fabulous Weekend…..

Smooches!

Spring Trend Report 2009…

While fashion insiders and writers are still compiling the “Best of Spring 2009″, I’ve decided to share a few Spring 2009 trends were highlighted at New York Fashion Week last season.

Some are my favorites…….others, we’ll just wait and see what happens in the months ahead!

Bow bodice dresses translated into new looks from playful & demure chic to glamorous & sophisticated.

An explosion of ethnic patterns and abstract illustrations

Jumpsuits may be a trend we’ll all buy into….

The blazer’s replaced the cardigan…..

Oversized, and definitely not uptight, the idea of throwing a blazer over your shoulders come Spring and Summer ‘09 is something fashionistas may want to incorporate into their look.

Fashion Meets The Brooklyn Bridge…..

Fashion Indie Week launches this Monday September 1, 2008 as a prelude to the Bryant Park Tents (September 5-12) and Brooklyn Fashion Weekend (October 3-5).

On Tuesday, the landmark’s walkway will be transformed into a fashion runway to mark the start of the borough’s underground designer celebration, which runs through Sept. 7.

Models will begin walking from the Brooklyn side of the bridge at 6 p.m. and should reach Manhattan at around 6:50 p.m.

Local designers showcasing their work include San & Soni, Love Brigade, Sheila Frank, Alicia Trimbell, Mandate of Heaven and Harriet’s Alter Ego (pictured above).

**Tres Chic Style will be on hand to review this moment in fashion history and has even snagged an exclusive invite to the N.Y. Couture Show & Party at Club Mansion on Sept. 10 and we can’t wait……