St. Wobil Does It Again

We Had It Coming

 Designer Darius St. Wobil presented another spectacular showing for New York Fashion Week.  Entitled “BENT BUT NEVER BROKEN: The Metaphor of Beauty”, the fashion show was held at the Stepping Out Studios on the Lower West Side of Manhattan.  The catwalk featured exquisitely elegant designs from the color palettes of white, ivory, cream, red, gold, and green.

Reminiscent of 1001 Arabian Nights, models strutted down the runway to the tune of Cell Block Tango from the famous Broadway musical, Chicago. For fall 2012, St. Wobil chose to emphasize tailor-made clothing, including the Cady jacket, wearable couture pieces, and a sneak peek at the upcoming bridal collection.   

Sponsors for the event included, B2B Management, Eternal Beauty of New York, Absolute Events by Corrine, and Royale Amethyst Invitations.  Darius St.  Wobil is truly a designer to watch.

The Summer Dolls of Saint Wobil

Darius Saint Wobil presented his 2012 Spring/Summer Collection at the fabulous Studio450 during New York Fashion Week.  Saint Wobil's passion for design is apparent in this presentation of style that was certainly not short on drama.  From head to toe, each female model was impeccably styled in colors, florals, and textures.  The men's styles were playful and sexy; clad in shoes designed by Mr. John Ashford.

September 2011 Quarterly SuccessNet

hosted by the Legendary George C. Fraser

 

On Thursday, September 1, 2011, the SuccessNet hosted by George C. Fraser in partnership with the 1209Enterprise featured Editor-in-Chief Emeritus of Essence Magazine and Founder of National Cares Mentoring Movement, Susan L. Taylor.  Ms. Taylor is a fourth generation entrepreneur and the first and only African-American woman recipient of the Henry Johnson Fisher Award bestowed by the Association of Magazine Media (formerly Magazine Publishers of America).  Ms. Taylor’s lecture focused on the power of collective work and responsibility.  She illustrated the power of this concept by illustrating how the Haitian’s defeated Napolean’s Army, the British Navy, and the Spanish fleet during the Haitian revolution. 

“The Holy Spirit has given you everything you need.”

Part spiritual revival, part business network, SuccessNet is hosted quarterly by George C. Fraser and the 1209Enterprise and is designed to bring affordable self development programming to entrepreneurs and those with an entrepreneurial spirit.   Held at the historic Alhambra Ballroom in Harlem, NY, each event features a networking session and various vendors.  This quarter’s vendors included:  Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry, Missteriousbyjewel, Moetleh Cards & Messages, ŌNI-BODI, and Selah Monet Boutique. For more information on future SuccessNet events, visit:  the 1209Affair or send an email to info@the11209affair.com. 

The Power of Networking

Fashion on the Hudson III

On Saturday, July 16, Harlem, USA received a treat in the form of "walking"!  An eclectic mix of models showed off an eclectic mix of fashions from designers hailing from the NYC area, Washington, DC, and North Carolina.  In its third year of production, Sofia Davis of Beauty Television & Entertainment (BTE TV) presented an outdoor showing of designs suitable for the young and the young at heart. 

The featured designs included fascinating avant-garde pieces and "Sunday Morning Best" gear.  Some of the designers whose work were presented included:  Thomas LaVone and Mr. Witherspoon, whose "Black Action FIgure Collection" was the talk of the show.  A full figured collection was presented by Tru Diva Designs.  Enyani Kids Couture offered designs for the younger set, while Street M.O.D.E. offered designs for the bold set.  Lingerie, hats, footwear, and accesories also had their place in creating a truly diverse and spectacular feast of fashion. 

The audience also received musical treats from, Jamie Knight part of Orpheus/Universal Music Group and R.E.A.L. Muzic Luvers.  Dance segments were performed by The Belly Jazz Dolls – part of the Alvin Ailey extension fitness group and The Uptown Dance Academy.

For additional pictures of Fashion on the Hudson III, visit BronzXi Photography



The Great Risqué Shootout

An exciting new networking series for photographers:

For three hours, twenty photographers will photograph at least FIVE (5) beautiful risqué models...WILL YOU BE 1 OF THEM??

OR

Does your "mommy" not allow you to play risqué? 

Are you a risqué model seeking to expand your portfolio?
OR
Are you looking to explore your alter ego?


Whatever category describes you, attend the The Great Risqué Shootout in the Bronx.  Models meet phenomenal photographers...photographers meet Gorgeous models.  Expand your portfolio and network while enjoying good food, music, and great vibes.

A variety of lights and backgrounds are included in your entrance fee, as well as the necessary model releases.  Models receive makeup artistry services and electronic delivery of photographs delivered within three weeks of event.   MODELS MUST BE WILLING TO SIGN THE NECESSARY RELEASES.

This event is limited to FIVE (5) models (males and females) and TWENTY (20) photographers...once the tickets are GONE...they're GONE...NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

Please visit:  http://secondsundayshooters.eventbrite.com/ for additional details or contact Kristle Haynes at:  kristlehaynes@aol.com or 347-258-6128.

Eclectic NYC Talks With Wolves

Talks With Wolves, Inc. is a non-profit oganization based in Brooklyn, NY dedicated to educating individuals and groups about the historical, spiritual, and reciprical relationship between Native American cultures and African American communities. Stephen A. Wilson, Jr. founded the TWW in 1993 after the completion of a spiritual journey in which he cultivated an understanding of his Native American lineage. Through seminars, school enrichment progams, and various artistic expressions, TWW provides stimulating and thought-provoking information about the various First Nations' characteristics, history, and spirituality.

This short clip highlights the organization's purpose and provides information on the upcoming film premier of The Middle Passage: Black Indians, Part 2. For more information about it's programs, please visit: www.talkswithwolves.com.

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