A Stylish Season With Art Hearts Fashion
By: Hope Wilkos, Writer
The unique event closed Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and then within a few weeks later was seen spicing up LA Fashion Week. Now with both behind us, the fashion event is gearing up for Miami Swim Week which takes place this summer.
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Art Hearts Fashion is the ultimate platform for designers to let loose and express their creativity in amazing ways. Founded in 2011 by designer/philanthropist, Erik Rosete, it has caught the curiosity of the fashion world, lifting it to the upper echelons of style and sophistication. Celebrities such as Adam Lambert, Perez Hilton, Lance Bass, Capital Cities, Tatum O’Neal, Lindsey Lohan and a long list of others have become loyal front row followers, enjoying not only the fashions, but the entertainment as well.
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As the designers take a bow after each and every event, Art Hearts Fashion gives thanks to the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, championing the cause of fighting AIDS across the globe by providing medical care and/or services for close to 365,000 individuals in a range of 36 countries. They believed that fashion was a way to get to the ‘heart’ of the matter and stand behind the event.
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The year began for Art Hearts Fashion at Lincoln Center in February in New York City as part of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2015 on 02/19/2015 and made for a very magnetic finale. Fashion collections made their big debut on this day. Mister Triple X had an edgy yet fairytale collection to show. Walter Mendez, one of the hottest designers of the year, was an integral part of the show. House of Li Jon possessed talent and gave the audience sculptured couture, House of Byfield brought on color in mens’ clothing, Hallie Sara oozed with luxury and glamour, Mimi Tran took her guests to a world of embellished cocktail dresses, gold accents, intricate beading and lattice work. MT Costello brought daring, independent and rebellious to the runway. This final day of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was theatrically thrilling and each of the collections of Art Hearts Fashion was absolutely incredible.
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There were only a few weeks to regroup before the fashion platform once again was shining brightly at LA Fashion Week, right around the corner in the month of March. The downtime must have done them well because the four days of fashion in LA were even more magnificent than those in February. Taking over the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood for four breathtaking days, Art Hearts ruled the event and collaborated with Project Ethos, Metropolitan Fashion Week and Rock That Fashion.
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Celebrity Models included Gretchen Rossi, Asifa Mirza, Alex Minsky (GQ, War Veteran Amputee turned Model wore a custom designed leg by Erik Rosete aka Mister Triple X, Richard Rocco (Diesel Model, Marine Veteran), Nadia Mejia (Star of VH1’s Living Suave), Janine Tugonon (Miss Universe), Dale Moss (NFL), Kiara Belen (ANTM Alumni), Michael Scocozza (ANTM Alumni), and Nikki Gray.
Celebrity guests included: 50 Cent, John Walsh (Host of America’s Most Wanted), Sean Faris (Pretty Little Liars), Shawn Woods (Sons of Anarchy), Slade Smiley (Real Housewives of Orange County), MJ (Shahs of Sunset), Colleen Shannon (Worlds Sexiest DJ), Carlos Ramirez (Actor), Cast of Little Women (Lifetime TV), Angelyne (Icon), Keith Robinson (Actor- Dreamgirls, Dear John, Fat Albert), Jae Hitch (Glee), Justin Fix (Actor), Fab Morvan (Milli Vanilli), Bryan Jordan (Soccor Star), Kaya Jones (Pussy Cat Dolls), Charissa Littlejohn, Rachael Sterling (Pussy Cat Dolls), and Vincent De Paul.
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Here is how the next four days went, a smooth transition from one designer to the next cried ‘Success’ from every corner.
Monday March 9th, Day 1
Celebrity designer and fashion icon,
Sue Wong, opened
Art Hearts Fashion with her most stunning collection to date. Sue Wong’s signature intricacy and delicate detailing was on display in her collection of 76 looks that sauntered down the runway to a completely full house. The
MYTHOS & GODDESSES Fall 2015 Collection is an odyssey of personifying archetypal embodiment–Pele: Goddess of Fire; White Tara: Love, Beauty and Compassion; Athena: Goddess of Wisdom; Artemis: Warrior Goddess of the Hunt; Gaia: Goddess of the Earth.
Closing Monday evening was a showcase of 4 designers: Beso Moda showcased their new collection of sensual pieces using only organic fabrics, MNM Couture stormed the runway with a collection of fashion forward original gowns, Datari Austin showcased a new collection of innovative and structured gowns, and Zhang Jingjing Couture brought a wild and eclectic collection that was an exciting tribute to pop culture.
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Tuesday March 10th, Day 2
The second day of
Art Hearts Fashion opened at 6PM with a shared show of kidswear.
Shout! Out Clothing by actor
Colin Egglesfield opened the showcase debuting a line of fun and energetic tees for boys and girls that allow the wearer to express themselves with changeable letters and symbols. Next on the runway was
JOW Junior. The fun and flirty dresses and men’s separates featured innovative cuts and patterns for kids and young adults. Closing the kidswear showcase was the couture collection by
Isabella Couture. The impeccable collection of dresses for girls and suiting for boys was greeted by overwhelming adoration and applause as guests cheered the young models down the runway. Rapper 50 Cent sat front row cheering on his young son Sire who walked in the show.
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Project Ethos powered by French Tuesday’s took over the evening bringing in their signature showcase of high-powered designers, live art and performers for the 1,000+ guests, hosted by actress Kristian Weathers. Designers included headliners Hale Bob and Nicole Miller, Lead International Designer LubOV TumanOVA, Chrissie D. Swimwear, Liberty Garden, Nathanaelle Couture, Blank Silk and Millions & Millions. Additional sponsors of the event included Glendale Infiniti, Canard Duchene, Toast Vodka, Gilded Cells, and Gardein.
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Wednesday March 11th Day 3
The third day of
Art Hearts Fashion made waves with the swimwear collection of Los Angeles favorite,
Courtney Allegra.
Consort62 debuted their Fall collection featuring sophisticated knit fabrics and glamourous womenswear.
Koco Blaq hit the runway turning heads with the line’s finale dress made entirely of straw. Pop designer
Michael Kuluva closed the shared show with his collection for
Tumbler and Tipsy. The “Tres Tipsy” capsule collection featured Tumbler and Tipsy’s signature tutus and bold colors with a twist on Parisian streetwear.
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Opening the Wednesday evening shared show was
Artistix. The contemporary, denim based collection for men and women was complimented with fashion knit tops, shirts and graphic tees.
House of Byfield showcased a daring collection of men’s ‘daywear suits’, a sport inspired twist on classic menswear.
Art Hearts Fashion founder
Erik Rosete took center stage as the closing designer of the night with his line
Mister Triple X. The collection, “
All X In Wonderland” debuted the line’s innovative street aesthetic with gold inset patterns and edgy wilderness inspired ensembles. The models took their finale walk in the signature
Mister Triple X bunny ear masks. Celebrity model and war veteran Alex Minsky, American Football player Dale Moss, Diesel Model Richard Rocco, Nadia Mejia Star of VH1’s Living Suave and Miss Universe Janine Tugonon returned this season to walk for
Mister Triple X. 
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Finale night March 12th
The finale day of
Art Hearts Fashion brought bridal gowns by
Jaime Elyse Couture to the runway. The stunning collection featured lace embellishment and rich textures adorned with patterned details.
Nouveau Riche showcased their fall collection featuring signature elements of leather, lace and chains. Closing the show was
Sanyae Demure. Combining floor length hemlines with high slits, and long sleeve bodices with plunging necklines,
Sanyae Demure ushers in a new era of womenswear.
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The grand finale opened with Cary Santiago’s collection of impeccably detailed pieces. Crowd pleaser House of LiJon debuted their one of a kind chainmail armor. New York designer Hallie Sara brought the true meaning to the term FW 2015 with her luxurious and perfectly tailored collection featuring fine leathers & furs for both men and women. The final designer of the evening, Pedram Couture, opened the show with a mesmerizing rendition of Rihanna’s ‘Stay’ sung by KORR-A. Pedram Couture’s FW’15 line of couture garments included an array of breathtaking crisp colors and pops of dazzling gold that graced the unique forms of floor length dresses, jumpsuits, and bodysuits.
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As a fashion first,
Art Hearts Fashion launched the first ever
LA Fashion Week Boutique on Hollywood Blvd at Sweet! Hollywood. The Pop-up shop featured the incredible designers and brands that participated in their event.
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Now,
Art Hearts Fashion is preparing for the next event set to take place in Miami, Florida in July. They are becoming refreshed and revitalized to take on a different sort of fashion scene with an even bigger following and the AIDS Healthcare.
Photographer: Saeed Zargham / Alfa Image Photography
Photographer Saeed Zargham / Alfa Image Photography
Photographer Saeed Zargham / Alfa Image Photography
Photographer Saeed Zargham / Alfa Image Photography
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