New York Magazine has the following scans of Amber Rose’s spread (no pun intended) in the October Issue of Elle Magazine:
The five pager shows Rose in various states of contemplation and repose, lounging and gazing in different sections of a high rise city apartment:
While Amber is now a legitimate model, it seems she can’t quite let go her ‘Smooth’ and ‘King’ like aura, posing with her back arched high and unabashedly showing her bare buttocks in a dominatrix like leather bodysuit:
Am I the only one surprised that this will be in Elle Magazine? And are you impressed with Kanye’s styling skills? Source
So when I interviewed Dwight Eubanks of Real Housewives of Atlanta fame backstage at the ARISE fashion show, he revealed that he would be showing his own ‘Toolbox’ collection on Monday. As with all things Real Housewife related, I was skeptical…until I received the press release.
Apparently the show would go on at 9pm Monday night in the meatpacking district, so, encouraged by a few Dwight lovin’ Twitter followers, I went:
I was slightly impressed by the professionalism of the event. Dwight had a very legitimate looking press check in, and once I received my armband, I made my way downstairs to a room filled with people:
I recognized several stylists, fashionistas, and editors from Sheree’s event, and also spied former America’s Next Top Model Jade and former Apprentice castmate Stacy J. It wasn’t the most star studded gathering, but it was surprisingly well attended.
After a few introductory songs and performances…
…Dwight sent out his definition of high fashion.
His male and female models were outfitted in lingerie for the first few looks, with men in semi sheer white and black unitards with artfully placed cut outs, and women in scintillatingly skimpy teddy’s, nighties, and g strings:
Audience goers gasped and audibly said “Oh my God” as buff mannequins sauntered by with breasts, butts, and chests on full display:
After the lingerie segment, Dwight teased the crowd with slick silken pajama combinations and robes, seemingly suited for the playboys and girls who spend lots of time lounging:
And ended his spectacular presentation with suits and oversized blazers, made to flatter both men and women:
Dwight is known on TV for his over the top personality, and his theatrical event simply reflected his flamboyant nature. I’d hesitate to call what I saw new and revolutionary, as it wasn’t. The robes, oversized suits, and skin baring lingerie pieces reminded me of an International Male catalog.
What I can say is that Dwight put on a great performance. The costumes, especially the feathered creations, were bold, bright, and unabashedly out there. The lingerie wasn’t meant to make you run out and buy–rather it was simply shocking and titillating. If Dwight’s goal was to put on a show, honey, he did. And I enjoyed every minute of it!
While waiting for Dwight’s presentation to start, I took a few pictures of fashionable attendees:
I snapped aspiring stylist Jashiem Wiggins who looked dapper in a bowtie, cardigan, and silver link chain necklace…
I chit chatted with stylists Yolanda and Jai of The Art of Fashion, who looked both artful and stylish in a floral belted jumper and pouf shoulder shirt…
Marveled at designer Ugo Mozie of Aston Mozie‘s cool sunglasses, sharp sleeve vest, and ripped jeans…
And coo’ed at the outfit of this anonymous fashionable man who had the cutest fur hat!
Not a bad crowd for Mr. Dwight.
What do you think?
New York Magazine’s the Cut was in the room when Amber Rose took her first steps as a runway model for four-year-old brand Celestino:
They say, “Amber walked in the finale look: a white, strapless wedding dress with a long train. How does she measure up as a model? A few of her colleagues seemed to struggle with the sky-high heels, and she was no exception, sadly (either that or her dress was too tight). She kept a poker face, with her shoulders back, but appeared to be taking short, stilted steps. Luckily, she didn’t trip on her hemline, so for that we chalk it up as runway success.”
It seems as if the prestige of New York Magazine’s name didn’t help them get an interview with the elusive Rose, who fled the scene immediately. As you might remember, Amber also refused interviews when we saw her at Hussein Chalayan in Paris.
At any rate, we hope to catch up with her this year in Europe!
In the meantime, what do you think of her runway debut?
Eileen here with some info straight from Mariel Haenn, Rihanna’s stylist, about this season’s greatest accessory…a lacquered RED lip! I interviewed her a few days ago, and she maintains that red lips are “very chic!”
Red lips will give your outfit that extra little umph it needs.
Pair a red lip with a cat eye like Angela Simmons for a fierce, strong look!
As I mentioned in my show review, tons of celebrities were in the house for Tracy Reese’s Spring 2010 show, wearing Reese’s creations. Ciara wore the brand’s embellished stretch knit dress with nude shoes:
Get her look with these:
Keri Hilson was also on hand wearing a version of Reese’s Herringbone Print Dress:
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