Bjorn Nasett

In this era of temporary unions, like the widely chronicled 72-day nuptial bliss of Kim Kardashian and what’s his name, a real partnership that mellows, deepens, and becomes co-dependent for eternity seems a rarity. But art and fashion have forever been in a committed, long-term relationship.  Fashion icon Lady Gaga recently wore a “meat dress” on the red carpet. Was this a garment, or was it an artistic statement? Performance art, which would include the way we dress, will for all time reflect society and the whole of civilization in one way or another. The decorative arts have always been a…

Porter Grey, designed and founded by two sisters, Alexandra and Kristen O’Neill, is a traditional sportswear company with contemporary overtones. For spring and summer this year they featured fabulous footwear inspired by both saddle shoes, and saucy men’s oxfords. I loved the look of these lace ups with everything from maxi dresses to high-waist shorts. Fresh looking and heel-free they bring back an era of bobby-soxers and wistful romanticism to even the most fashion forward frocks. The luscious patent leathers, and combinations of denim and leather will add instant panache to whatever you choose to sport them with. The overall…

One of my favorite collections for Spring 2012 was brought to life by the whimsical mind of designer Chris Benz.  His mastery of print mixing and color blocking isn’t for the faint of heart, but that is his gift and genius.   At the same time, his use of soft draping juxtaposed with more tailored pieces plus casual accessorizing made his collection both relevant and accessible.  Taking cues from the 60’s through the 80’s with a little bit of 40’s glamour thrown in, he put it all in the blender and came up with a winner.    A piece from this…

Native Son menswear, designed by Kyle Fitzgibbons, has continually been in pursuit of dressing the modern man.  This season Native Son posed the question of what it means to create a brand that is perfectly balanced in its ability to reference the past, exist in the present, and look forward to the future.   Fall/Winter 2012 marks the first of a four season collaboration with North Carolina based Raleigh Denim.  The collaboration was birthed out of a desire to develop a product that was rooted in American culture, and manufacture it in the same way it was when jeans were…

CALLING All Fashion Designers/Artists to be part of RedLine Milwaukee’s RePurposed Runway Design Competition. Designers/Artists will create a fashion forward garment and accessories using any icon as inspiration for their creation. Icons may be drawn from music, fashion, art, business, etc. Garments and accessories must be made out of materials that are used, post consumer, or on its way to a landfill. Use your imagination. The event’s concept is to explore new uses for materials that have reached the end of their life cycle.   RedLine Milwaukee, in all facets, strives to achieve its primary objectives of access, social consciousness,…

Silk ombre effect trapeze dress swings in the breeze down the runway.  I shot this from the front row with my Nikon point and shoot!  Not bad!!  Love this look.  So easy to wear, and flattering to any woman’s figure.           http://www.sonjungwan.co.kr/

               Ines Figaredo likes to shake it up when it comes to upscale handbags.  Unique would be an understatement for her purses, handbags, or pocketbooks, as my grandma used to say.  Check out her entire collection at www.inesfigaredo.com.  Pictures taken by Bjorn Nasett at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week February 2012.          

                                      Photograph by Bjorn Nasett, Taken at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, NYC February 2012.

Here’s a sampling of what we’ll be wearing come fall.  Please stop back and check out my exclusive Mercedes Benz Fashion Week photo’s!          

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is now bringing the front-row experience to fashion fans around the world. YouTube and Maybelline New York will once again be bringing the excitement of Lincoln Center to millions of people around the world on YouTube’s Live from the Runway channel at www.youtube.com/liverunway. Beginning today, Live from the Runway will feature a number of how-to videos, backstage beauty looks and interviews. February 9-16 will bring live runway shows from numerous acclaimed fashion designers.                       Nicholas K, Rebecca Taylor, Lacoste, Tracy Reese, BCBG Max Azria, Rebecca Minkoff,  Jill Stuart,…