By Maria Esteves – March 3, 2012 If only one life is spared, my existence has been justified, is the way humanitarian, celebrity artist Zelda Kaplan (1916-2012) lived her life. An artist who collects rare African ritual carvings from West Africa, a Golf champion, a professional dancer, and trainer in Ballroom International and Cuban style. Zelda’s findings of rare African ritual carvings in West Africa inspired her humanitarian efforts on marital violence, FGM (Female Genital Mutilation),...

By Maria Esteves – February 17, 2012 New York Fashion Week CARMELITA COUTURE Fall 2012 Revelation Runway Show was held at the Designer’s Loft, NYC, Tuesday, February 14, 6:00 PM. Fashion designer Carmelita Greco Fall 2012 collection was inspired by the biblical book of Revelation written by the prophet John. Her powerful artistic designs rich in symbolism included silk chiffon gowns and blouses in leopard prints; lion print (Lion of Judah) blouses; feather (protection, deliverance) bodys...

By Maria Esteves – February 17, 2012 New York Fashion Week CHRISTIAN SIRIANO Fall 2012 Runway Show was held at Eyebeam Atelier, Saturday, February 11, 4:00 PM. Siriano Fall 2012 collection was inspired by Frank R. Strayer 1933 film “The Vampire Bat,” starring Fay Wray. His beautiful and sophisticated collection included silk crepe dresses, long evening skirts, blouses, tops, capes, and leather jackets in black, white, burgundy and grey croco. Siriano featured his unique and elegant Pay...

By Maria Esteves – February 15, 2012 The CAROLINA HERRERA New York Fall 2012 Runway Show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Lincoln Center commenced Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM. Herrera’s Fall 2012 runway show was a beautiful display of elegance. Her timeless collection included wool coats embroidered with fur details in navy and black; silk gowns with crystal embroidered, abstract prints, and solid colors. Celebrities in attendance included Anna Wintour, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand...