Newly Restored Kings Theatre Unveils With An Evening Of Diana Ross

 

 

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The Kings Theatre Is The New Destination For Entertainment

Largely known as a movie palace that opened in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn in 1929, the historic Kings Theatre closed its doors in 1977. Now following a $95 million restoration, the Kings Theatre will commence its Inaugural year with a grand opening concert on February 3 starring the legendary Diana Ross.

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Formerly known as the Loew’s Kings Theatre, it was part of the five Loew’s ‘Wonder Theatres’ established in New York and New Jersey. They were furnished with full stages and orchestra pits for live stage shows and elaborate choreographed routines that occurred during that time period. The theatre highlighted extravagant designs inspired by grand opera houses and palaces of Europe, such as the Palace of Versailles and the Paris Opera House with high curved ceilings, Corinthian columns, and marble.

The newly restored venue will now become a destination for entertainment. It will also serve as a resource for local art groups and community organizations. Ms. Ross will perform for One Night Only in New York before touring cities including Durham, San Antonio and New Orleans. Additional headlining artists at the Kings Theatre for this year include Sarah McLachlan, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and Gladys Knight.

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Stella McCartney Pre-Fall 2015

STELLA McCARTNEY Autumn 2015 Presentation

Day To Night Looks Highlight Stella McCartney Pre-Fall 2015

The Stella McCartney Pre-Fall 2015 presentation was held at The James Burden Mansion, once known for its lavish parties thrown by James Burden’s wife in the early 1900’s and now home of Sacred Heart’s lower school. Guests including Kristen Stewart and Chloë Sevigny viewed as models played a little miniature golf and ping -pong while styled in pre-fall 2015.

Tops are exciting in vibrant prints, including a silk floral in gold and green and tunics shown in several creations. Pants are loose at times yet elegant making day-to-night looks effortless. Outerwear pieces are tailored in clean-cut lines, decorated with large buttons. Highlights include a strapless jumpsuit in floral print and a strikingly beautiful faux fur vest.

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Yigal Azrouël Pre-Fall 2015

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Pre-Fall 2015 suggests androgyny fused with feminine silhouettes through unique textures. The collection includes two suits that are tailored to precision, while adding a feminine touch, like the wrap around belt suit with delicate trim. Favorites include a black leather moto jacket paired with skinny pants with zip detail and a fur vest paired with skinny pants.

Stefano Tonchi & Miley Cyrus Host W Magazine Shooting Stars

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W Magazine and Hugo Boss fêted the opening night exhibition of Shooting Stars

The 72nd Golden Globes was not the only event in town to catch a glimpse of stars this weekend in Los Angeles. W Magazine and Hugo Boss fêted the opening night exhibition of Shooting Stars with hosts W’s Editor-in-Chief Stefano Tonchi and singer Miley Cyrus. Shooting Stars, curated by Tonchi pays tribute to the marriage of Art and Fashion encompassing the lavish archives from the magazine lensed by renowned photographers such as Bill Viola, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, Juergen Teller, Steven Klein, and Tim Walker. The exhibit guides visitors on a voyage into an enchanting area filled with oversized prints and video projection of celebrities including Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Miley Cyrus, Gwyneth Paltrow, George Clooney and Madonna.

Tonchi and Cyrus, both outfitted in Hugo Boss, were joined by guests artistic director Jason Wu and Hugo Boss CEO Gerrit Ruetzel. Notables spotted were Derek Blasberg, Tracee Ellis Ross, Tia Mowry, Rachel Zoe, Peter Dundas and Michael Avedon. Shooting Stars runs through Sunday, February 22 at the Wilshire May Company Building at 6067 Wilshire Blvd.

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Just Keep Swimming With Nager By Nic Hyl

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A Q & A With swimwear designer, Nager by Nic Hyl during her showcase event

I know during this past holiday season most of us were thinking about ugly sweater parties, long lines and delayed UPS packages. But just for a second close your eyes and think: Beach…Sun…. Relax.

Although it is not exactly the time for a swimsuit, we should realize that swimsuit season is right around the corner. I mean Resort/Cruise 2015 is quickly approaching! So as much as I like the rest of you would like to think it is never coming let’s be real and remember that these over sized sweaters, hoodies, and boots will soon become a bathing suit, sarong and flip-flops. I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Nager by Nic Hyl showcase event where I had the opportunity to meet the designer Nic Hyl, of this amazing collection. Like most New Yorkers, I was running around like a chicken with my head cut off and could only stay for a flash but for the short period I was there I realized I needed to talk to the individual who created this cross back one piece that had my jaw hit the floor. I would have taken the body that was in it too but I digress. So lucky Nic was able to make some time to chat about all things swimwear with me:

How many swimsuits should one person own?

Nic Hyl: As you would guess, A LOT or the illusion of a lot. For Nic, having 2-3 basics bottoms and mix and match tops is a great way to always have a fresh new look for beach or poolside. If you are a one-piece kind of gal 2-3 with accessories have the same effect and look.

How should one select a swimsuit?

NH: SMOOTH… your suit should sit smooth on your skin making it look and feel like second skin. No lumps or bumps… if you have to keep adjusting and tweaking your suit it might not be the right one for you. Keep your options open when looking for bathing suits.

How do you care for a swimsuit?

NH: Wash with cold water and swimsuit wash or lingerie wash and line dry. Regular detergent breaks down the fibers in a suit. If you love it do what is right and be kind to your suit.

I also inquired to Nic where swimwear was going for her and the industry. She mentioned that it is moving into ready to wear. A beach sarong is now your dinner dress. The Caftan is what you wear to the market during lunch. Swimwear is becoming a piece of clothing to be worn all day and not just for the pool or beach.

You are now ready for the pool/beach season and pick a Nager by Nic Hyl suit with confidence.

 

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A Sneak Peek Inside The Golden Globes Swag Bag!

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Ever Wanted To Know What’s Inside The Golden Globes Swag Bag?

The affairs and parties are running non-stop this weekend in Hollywood for the upcoming 72nd Golden Globes Awards that will air later this evening. While we wait patiently to see what trends will appear on the red carpet we elected to discuss another favorite matter around award season: The Swag Bag! Hollywood Swag Bag has revealed a little sneak peek into some of the treats the Golden Globes Nominees like Patricia Arquette and Reese Witherspoon are receiving this season:

Adopted NYC is gifting all of the nominees an iPhone 6 leather wrap case

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Adopted NYC Leather Wrap Case

 

Kiehl’s pampered celebrities with his/her gift cards to be used at Kiehl’s NYC spa locations. They have also have added their well-known lip balm and Precision and Pore Lifting & Tightening Concentrate to the bag. kiehl's lip balm

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Ramsey Petersson Label created custom wallets for the female nominees and toiletry cases for the men.Ramsey Petersson

Nordic Beauty included their Youth Collagen Peptide Cream, which is ideal for winter months and for dry climate.Nordic Beauty

Hand crafted custom-made jewelry from 3Nines Jewelry were given to all nominees and luxury evening shoes from Jakii Shoes made the bag as well.

To mark the occasion, Forever Young Wine gifted their 2013 award-winning Malbec Reserva to the nominees. And just in case excessive partying occurs at the after-parties, forever young Bio Restore has offered Heads Up Relief to cure hangovers. Good luck to the nominees!

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