A Golden Globe Win for Monique Lhuillier By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It was a golden evening, perfect in every way. Stepping out on the red carpet meant losing all inhibitions, posing graciously for the cameras and smiling at lights flashing from every possible angle. The real winner of the evening on Sunday, January ...
Chanelâs Golden Moment By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Métiers d'Art Paris-New York 2018/19 Show | CHANEL Métiers d'Art Paris-New York 2018/19 Show | CHANEL See the latest Métiers d'Art Paris-New York 2018/19 show : decor, mood of the show and guests Chanelâs Golden Moment As part of his December tradition, Karl Lagerfeld transported us back into ...
Miss Universe Competes for A Cause By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The new Miss Universe 2018 was crowned on Sunday, December 16th, 2018. The pageant was televised from exotic Bangkok, Thailand in front of a very enthusiastic audience. There were some marked differences this year from years past,made very evident to those ...
ART BASEL Miami Beach 2018 Captivates Crowds By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The city of Miami was recently ignited by a flame of creativity and a strong celebrity presence. Art Basel Miami Beach 2018 was celebrating its 17th season which began on Thursday, December 6th and stretched through Sunday, December 9th, 2018. ...
Golden Globe Nominations: Complete List Sandra Oh and Andy Samberg will host the 2019 ceremony on Jan. 6. Full list of 2019 Golden Globe nominations below: Best Motion Picture – Drama “Black Panther” “BlacKkKlansman” “Bohemian Rhapsody” “If Beale Street Could Talk” “A Star Is Born” Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama Glenn Close (“The Wife”) Lady Gaga (“A Star Is Born”) Nicole ...
The Spirit of the Holidays Get Underway In New York City By: Hope Wilkos, Writer There is a hint of the holidays making its presence in New York City as the snowflakes hit the ground leaving enough remains to build a small snowman, the air giving off a frigid chill. ...
https://youtu.be/InfWxC09DC0 Reggae Rhythm & Blues Concert DAMIAN MARLEY FOR GROOVINâ IN THE PARK Reggaeâs most sought after superstar Damian âJr. Gongâ Marley will bring the curtain down on the highly anticipated Groovin In The Park festival that takes place on Sunday, June 24 inside Roy Wilkins Park in New York. The tremendously popular decision to ...
R KELLY FOR GROOVIN IN THE PARK 2017, ROY WILKINS PARK, QUEENS NY By Monique Nolan Photos: George Whylie, Alaine Deleon, Images Newsletter. Video: Maxine Nolan R&B SUPER STAR R KELLY, REGGAE GREATS FREDDIE MCGREGOR, KEN BOOTHE, LEROY SIBBLES & REGGAE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONFIRM FOR GROOVIN 2017 , Groovin In the Park is scheduled for ...
By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The fan base is quickly growing for the show that has rounded out Monday night television. The Bachelorette has become the main topic of conversation for both men and women come Tuesday morning. Who will JoJo Fletcher choose to ...
Sultry Swimsuits Coming To Miami Courtesy of Funkshion By: Hope Wilkos, Writer South Beach is known for beautiful bodies clad in bikinis, tantalizing tankinis taking to the surf, and amazing swimsuit styles beyond your wildest dreams. So it is only fitting that Swim Fashion Week Miami Beach returns for the second ...
Oracabessa Festival 2016 Queens New York Writer Monique Nolan Oracabessa Music Festival 2016 set for May 30th at Roy Wilkins Park, Queens NY Caribbean fever will take over the tri-state area on Memorial Day, Monday May 30, 2016 with Oracabessa Festival at Roy Wilkins Park in NY. Festival organisers Irie Jam Media Radio ...
The 2016 Easter Egg Roll Brightens The Day By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Photos : Monique Nolan, George Whylie With President Obama’s presidential term winding down, the President wanted this year’s traditional Easter Egg Roll to be one for the history books. This tradition has been in existence for the past ...
President Barack Obama arrives in Cuba President Obama arrived Sunday in Cuba, marking the start of an historic trip in which he’ll try to further improve U.S. relations with the isolated island country and encourage its communist leaders to make life better for their citizens. The three-day trip follows Obama’s announcement roughly ...
Tribeca Film Festival Invites You to Celebrate 15 Years of Film Entertainment By:Â Hope Wilkos, Writer Life is a series of stories waiting to be told and only the most creative can captivate your attention with their unique rendition. That may be why film fanatics love the month of April in New ...
The Stars Are Shining At The White House By: Hope Wilk os, Writer There is plenty to toast to at the White House these days. While keeping our country safe is a top priority, it is always a pleasant diversion to spend time in the artistic world. The month of February ended on ...
Gwen James Honored At SASSY 2016 Conference By Monique Nolan Photo Credit: Roland Hyde Congratulations to Gwen James owner of Dream Castle Resorts, Montego Bay, Jamaica who was honored with the SASSY Of The Year 2016 Award. A well deserved accolade for Gwen James , this recognition is thoroughly deserved for the contribution she has made by inspiring and ...
Desigual Autumn/Winter 2016 Focuses On The City By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It is always a treat to attend a DESIGUAL Fashion Show. The brand took us into the sublime once again at New York Fashion Week held earlier in February. DESIGUAL paid homage to the ever-evolving and forever inspiring urban metropolis. Ready to ...
Kors Goes InstaGlam During New York Fashion Week Fall 2016 By:Â Hope Wilkos, Writer This wasnât your ordinary New York Fashion Week for celebrated designer, . This fashion show, taking place on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, was all about his customers, his followers and devoted fans that have thrown him directly into ...
The New & Improved New York Fashion Week By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer It is a new day and the curtain rises on a much more contemporary New York Fashion Week  in September. Gone are the long lines leading into the designer fashion shows and the daily scene outside Lincoln Center of all those ...
Jason Derulo Headlines Hamptons Event By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Siri Music Group/eOne/Sony's recording artist, Miesa, and singer/songwriter/dancer ,Jason Derulo, brought down the house on Saturday, August 8, 2015, as they took their talent to a new high in support of one of the most worthwhile causes in the music industry today. At the private residence of of ...
Bolt Races At The 2015 Adidas Grand Prix By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer On your mark, get set, GO!!!!! It is the thrill of the race, the excitement of the speed and the adrenaline of the competition that draws fans to the Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island, New York every year to witness ...
LYCRA® XTRA LIFE™ AND HAMMOCK OPEN MIAMI SWIM WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Sun, surf, sand and swimsuits. How could you ask for anything more during this steamy hot summer? It is time to head down to South Beach and soak in the sun while you admire the steamy new swimsuit trends ...
The True Cost of Fashion By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Most recently on May 29th, 2015, a most candid documentary was released for worldwide viewing with a dual purpose. Not only would this film be entertaining and intriguing, but it was also a means of building awareness on a very crucial topic. The ...
The Billboard Music Awards Bring Out The Best By: Hope Wilkos, Writer On Sunday, May 17, 2015, Las Vegas lit up even more than usual. Major stars in the entertainment world gathered at the MGM Grand dressed in the most dazzling gowns to attend the 2015 Billboard Music Awards. The Red Carpet filled ...
Rave Reviews For Tribeca Film Festival 2015 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It is hard to believe that we are just about halfway through May, and now looking back to almost one month ago, signs were popping up across New York City, spreading the message that soon, Tribeca Film Festival 2015 would be introducing film fanatics ...
Making Mom Feel Special By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It was an exceptional Mother's Day because not only was it celebrated on Sunday, May 10, 2015, but the festivities honoring Mom began much earlier and will continue into the next week. On Thursday morning, May 7th, 2015, many moms came together for the ...
Couture Comes To The Met By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Haute Couture made a comeback this past week as the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art  were doused in Red Carpet and you could sense the smell of fine fashion in the air. On Monday evening, May 4, 2015, the time had once ...
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. Photographer: Saeed Zargham ...
#GimmeFive Prevails At Easter Egg Roll By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Although Easter was celebrated on Sunday, April 5, 2015, a long-standing tradition of the White House took place the very next day on Monday, April 6th. Children across the nation are all familiar with the Easter Egg Roll. Children dash to find eggs. (Official ...
Spring Studios Welcomes Tribeca Film Festival 2015 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer One of the greatest cultural draws to New York City during this time of year is the annual event known as Tribeca Film Festival. As the years continue to go by, the festival only grows larger in magnitude and encompasses more ...
Big Thumbs Up For Curacao International Swim Fashion Week By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It was a sultry setting as the waves crashed onshore in Curacao, one of the most lovely islands of the Caribbean. It was a welcome getaway to Paradise as the very first ever International Swim & Resort Fashion Week ...
Charleston Fashion Week 2015 Soon To Heat Up Marion Square By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan, Writer/Blogger The countdown begins. In less than 3 weeks time, Charleston Fashion Week will be warming up Marion Square in the heart of town in Charleston, South Carolina. This year, the lineup promises to be simply amazing and filled ...
Lady Gaga Amazes At The Oscars 2015 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer One of the biggest nights of the year drew celebrities out in the pouring rain to walk the Red Carpet amongst the flash of the paparazzi, only to take part in the Oscar Awards 2015. It all took place on Sunday ...
The Colorfully Creative World of Desigual Fall 2015 By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/ Blogger This season, there was no better way to open Fall 2015 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, than with the bright colorful kaleidoscope and imaginative creativity of designs by Desigual. On Thursday, February 12, 2015, charisma filled the Theatre ...
Fashion Could Not Be Any Finer At MB Fashion Week NY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Less than a week from now, New York City sheds its winter weather doldrums and welcomes Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week once again for a whole new season of outstanding designer collections. After this Fall/Winter 2015 showing, changes are in ...
CHICAGO: Tessanne Chin to rock July 4th Fest of Life, as Carnival of Carnival of Nations returns!
Sundance Film Festival 2015 Has Another Successful Year By: Hope Wilkos, Writer This past week, film and music lovers focused their attention on the area of Utah which is home to the annual Sundance Film Festival, Park City. Emerging talent blossomed, memorable films debuted for the very first time, and there is that distinct ...
Fashion GPS & NOWFASHION Deliver Social Style By: Hope Wilkos, Writer New York Fashion Week is going to be even bigger and better than ever this coming February as we arrive into the current fashion season, Fall 2015. Fashion GPS, leading the fashion industry in technological advancement since 2006, is using innovative ideas ...
Fashionistas Flock To Delray Fashion Week By: Hope Wilkos, Writer In the land of sunshine and surf, another fashion week makes its second annual debut from Saturday, January 17, 2015 through Saturday, January 24, 2015. Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority Facebook Page Delray Fashion Week may not be quite as large as New York Fashion Week, ...
Toasting Charities With Moët At The Golden Globes By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It isn't just about the Red Carpet looks, the honor of winning the award or reuniting with fellow talented entertainers for an unforgettable evening. The Golden Globe Award Ceremony is the one time of the year when drinking a glass of champagne ...
Cheer For Charleston Fashion Week 2015 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer In just over two months from now, the most stylish fashion week of the South will be giving a big warm welcome to visitors seeking to attend Baker Motor Company Charleston Fashion Week. This exciting event has been named a Top 20 ...
The Year Goes Out With A Bang In Barcelona by: Hope Wilkos, Writer Courtesy of Image.net It's no wonder that January 1st remains low-key the day after a night of celebration that lingered into the early morning hours. Horns, hats and merriment crowded streets, restaurants, homes and other locales. December 31st signifies 'Out With ...
A Night Of Generosity For Clean Water Cause By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The gift of generosity brings dreams to life and turns the negative to positive. The impossible suddenly becomes possible. Moët & Chanon and Generosity.org Presents The 6th Annual Night Of Generosity TV Personality Jason Kennedy, Co-Founder and CEO of generosity.org Jordan Wagner, actor Brian Austin Green ...
Bundle Up For New Year's Eve In Times Square By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer / Blogger Doesn't it seem as if 2014 flew by and now we are left with both the good and the bad memories to forever fear or forever cherish? As is customary, the countdown is soon underway to the ...
November 2014 Events Worthy Of A Toast By: Hope Wilkos, Writer During the weekend of November 15th, 2014, all eyes were focused on New York City and Hollywood. Two star-studded events took place that brought out the best of the best to receive awards and support their fellow recipients. The Annual Power Women Gala is considered the ...
BRAATA BRINGS CARIBBEAN CHRISTMAS TO NEW YORK New York – December 4, 2014 Braata Productions will once again offer New Yorkers an exciting and colorful taste of a traditional Caribbean Christmas when it presents its second annual Ole Time Grand Market Celebration at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center in Jamaica Queens ...
Designer Creations Rule The Red Carpet By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer Whatever the awards ceremony being held at a certain time of the year, designer creations always overcome the Red Carpet with sensational style and unforgettable sophistication. The latest showing took place at the 42nd Annual American Music Awards 2014 which were held in Los ...
Film Festivals Abound in 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The cameras have been rolling continuously and the film festivals have kept us very busy this year. Perhaps the joy of film is captured as an escape into our wildest dreams, playing upon our past, present and future. It is a means for ...
'IMAGINE' For All Of The Children By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It draws memories accumulated over a period of time, a dream for our future, a reminder of our past. 'IMAGINE' a world free of war and strife, a better place for our children to roam and prosper throughout the years. Voices were heard ...
The Glamour Of The Bambi Awards 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer On November 13, 2014, glamour and outstanding achievement went hand in hand as they were highlighted at the BAMBI Awards 2014 held at the Stage Theater in Berlin, Germany. The international cosmetics company Kryolan was the exclusive partner of the event and contributed ...
Fashion Forward Dubai October 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The month of November has much to live up to as we look back upon October 2014. Fashion hit a high note as the month of October kicked off in one of the most glamorous locales of the world. From October 4 through October ...
White House Embraces Halloween By: Hope Wilkos, Writer What kind of spooky Halloween trick-or-treating took place at the White House this year? Traditionally, the Presidents, over the years, have always decided to put aside all their political thoughts for an evening and bring on the fun and frolicking in the name of ...
New Law Lowering New York City's Default Speed Limit to 25 MPH Bill de Blasio signs law to lower speed limit to 25 mph during emotional ceremony Transcript: Mayor de Blasio Signs New Law Lowering New York City's Default Speed Limit to 25 MPH October 27, 2014 Mayor Bill de Blasio: Good morning, everyone. ...
Tribeca Film Takes On A New Meaning By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer The world of film is taking a giant leap forward to satisfy the demands of a constantly changing and technically savvy audience.  It is with great anticipation that Tribeca Enterprises  and Lionsgate  announced their partnership to launch what will be known as "Tribeca ...
A Treasure Trove Of Fashion At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tokyo By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week has whisked us to all parts of internationally renowned regions of the globe, from the most divine to the majestically intriguing. One of the best of the season was saved for the last stop. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week ...
October 14, 2014 BP ADAMS WELCOMES THE BROOKLYN BOLTS, THE BOROUGH’S FIRST PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM IN 70 YEARS, AT BOROUGH HALL RALLY BROOKLYN, NY, October 14, 2014 Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams welcomed the Brooklyn Bolts of the Fall Experimental Football League (FXFL) at a rally on the steps of Brooklyn ...
Another Year Of Rocking The Runway By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Fashion Rocks The Runway! Coinciding with the presentation of New York Fashion Week, this past week gave us yet another exciting event pairing fashion and music for one of the biggest nights of the year. It all took place on Tuesday, September ...
The U.S. Open Attracts The Celebrities By: Hope Wilkos, Writer If you are an avid sports enthusiast, the U.S. Open  is 'the' much celebrated sports event of the season that is annually enlightening with some of the most distinguished tennis champions coming out to enthusiastically compete for that grand title that will put ...
Films, Films and More Films By: Hope Wilkos, Writer The Tribeca Film Festival 2014 was an amazing experience. So much talent and creativity united through the power of film. Since its inception, the film festival has attracted millions of film enthusiasts and supported a robust economic push throughout New York City. Although the ...
Weekend In Havana With Nicolita By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Weekend In Havana..........pick your pleasure and enjoy the balmy breezes in Nicolita, a brand name that turns heads in swimwear style and captures the hearts of all those that we love. A collection that is vibrant, versatile and brimming with energy and pizazz - Weekend ...
Mitch Levine & His Award-Winning Short - In Confidence By: Hope Wilkos, Writer We love to head to the theatre to sit, relax and watch films as a means of escape from our day to day lives. Sometimes those films are made with the most personal of touches, invoking the greatest meaning ...
Meet Me.....At 6 Shore Road By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Meet me there.............Think exotic lands of sunshine and serene blue seas. That is the symbolic image of a swimwear brand that can fly you around the world and back just by slipping into the elegant swimwear of 6 Shore Road by Pooja. The designer ...
The Iconic Catwalk Of The Century By: Hope Wilkos, Writer It has been an amazing comeback as the majestic skyscraper that is now known as One World Trade Center towers high above the bustling city of Manhattan. Not only are numerous powerful fashion and media corporations going to take up residence within this ...
Pick Your Favorite Swimsuit At Salon Allure By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer All the latest trends in swimwear are set to unfold as Swim Week 2015Â makes a splashdown on the sunny shores of the land of art deco and hot summer nights, South Beach. Celebrating their fifth year of bringing diverse designers to buyers, ...
Patriotism Shines On July 4th, 2014 By Hope Wilkos, Writer In a magnificent burst of brilliant color sweeping across the night sky to the sounds of patriotic tunes, we were reminded on July 4th of the freedom that we so enjoy here in the United States of America. The tradition is always so ...
20 Year Anniversary For LA Film Festival By: Hope Wilkos, Writer Looking back on the month of June, what was one of the most memorable parts of the month? Of course, it had to be the 20th Annual Los Angeles Film Festival which took place from June 11th through June 19, 2014 right ...
Be Beautiful In Mara Hoffman Swimwear By: Hope Wilkos, Writer As we inch ever so closer to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, it is easy to recognize stand-out style in swimwear from a shining star in the design world. Mara Hoffman impresses with each piece that she delivers and she is surely a ...
The Jazz Lawn Party Of The Century By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger This past weekend we took a huge leap back in time to a more Golden Age as we headed out to New York's Governor's Island, away from city civilization and into the tropical paradise that the island historically represents. Over 4500 free-spirited ...
Be Fun, Be Fearless at the Cosmo Weekend By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Close your eyes and feel the swift breeze blowing against your skin.  You are fearless and free and ready to embark upon an exciting journey at Cosmo's Fun Fearless Life Weekend. That's right. You can learn how to take control, ...
Splash Into MB Fashion Week Swim 10 Year Anniversary By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Once the summer breezes blow through the month of June, the month of July is not going to be just another ordinary month. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim takes to South Beach with the power and prestige of its 10-year anniversary. It ...
Magical Moments of the CFDA Fashion Awards By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Just as monumental an event as the traditionally lavish Met Gala, the CFDA Fashion Awards shine an even brighter light on the fashion industry.  This year's award ceremony was held on Monday, June 2, 2014, at the Alice Tully Hall located within Lincoln ...
The 5th Annual Miss Dream Castle Pageant, Featuring live performances by: Ray Goodman & Brown, Blue Magic featuring Ted Mills, Noddy Virture, and Princess Anaya . On June 28, 2014 the Miss Dream Castle Pageant will hold their Grand Coronation Ceremony & Show for the 4th time at the Royal Regency Hotel 165 Tuchahoe Rd, ...
Documentaries Dealing In Reality By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger If you enjoyed the most recent Tribeca Film Festival 2014, you are sure to be impressed by AFI DOCS Documentary Festival, set to take place beginning on June 18th and running through June 22, 2014. What gives this film festival its stature and its stand-out quality, ...
A Time For Women, Film & Fashion By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It is time for women to make a strong statement and you too are invited to take part in this influential event which is set to take place from June 3 - June 7, 2014. In two weeks from now, leaders ...
And The 2014 Billboard Music Icon Award Goes To............. By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Her eyes sparkle with a magic appeal and her smile is infectious. Jennifer Lopez has realistically gone from 'Rags To Riches.' On Sunday, May 18, 2014, Jennifer Lopez received yet another coveted award giving credence to the many diverse ...
"GOODBYE TO ALL THAT" By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger One of the most enticing parts of Tribeca Film Festival is how easily that we, as the audience, can relate to the film content that is mastered by the filmmakers on the screen. Through the eyes of each and every filmmaker and the actors ...
The Met Celebrates Charles James, A Design Legend By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The press line seemed to stretch for miles as we all anxiously awaited what was surely to be one of the most memorable afternoons in May. It was all taking place in the fashionable setting of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. ...
Chinese Laundry Is Official Shoe Sponsor of Miss USA 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Some of the most gorgeous and talented women in the entire nation will soon be on stage vying for the coveted title of Miss USA 2014. It is all set to take place on Sunday, June 8, 2014, ...
Tribeca Film Festival 2014 Introduces "APP" By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger What has happened to the good old-fashioned dating scene, when we were accustomed to meeting "the one" and we fell head over heels after interacting with them face to face? To tell you the truth, technology has taken over every part of our lives ...
Recap of Tribeca Film Festival 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As I look back now on the exuberance of the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival, it is so difficult to put it all into words. There was not one day that didn't shine on a new and exciting experience. Although New York City is ...
The Rocket Man Rises Again By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger On the evening of Wednesday, April 30, 2014, a few hours of unforgettable history were made in one of the most authentic venues of the U.K. . Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Battersea Power Station The crowds came out to celebrate the inaugural annual ...
Brooklyn Bowl - Perfect Ending to Tribeca Film Festival By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Families from New York City to New Jersey jumped out of bed early on Saturday morning, April 26, 2014, to eagerly got ready to attend the Tribeca Film Festival's Brooklyn Bowl which was hosted by American Express. Everyone, from the tiniest of ...
A New Era Of Fashion With Parsons By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger New York City and fashion go hand in hand. That is further enhanced by the exceptional colleges that produce award-winning designers through educational efforts and the promotion of mentoring. One of the most highly-respected schools in the city of New York and ...
Who Are The 2014 Tribeca Jurors? By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger For all their hard work and determined efforts, their test of the imagination, their self-expression of reality as they see it, reward can be so sweet and there are various factors that contribute to the success of the hundreds of films that premiere ...
Easter Bunny Soon To Arrive At The White House By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The Easter Bunny is on his way bringing tidings of a "Happy Easter" to all. Â He is headed right up to Washington, D.C. It is an association, by memory, that we tie together Easter and the event that has become ...
LACOSTE Holds Exclusive Party in Honor of Coachella By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Everyone is talking about the most spectacular music festival to make its way to the mountains of California. That would have to be Coachella, one of the most diversified music and art festivals of the year. The event is exploding with ...
Another Great Year for Palm Beach International Film Festival By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It is always a thrill when the Palm Beach International Film Festival arrives in Palm Beach County, Florida. Every year around this time, the Palm Beach International Film Festival heats up the temperatures of South Florida and transforms the ...
Groovin in the park 2014 Press Launched Groovin in the park 2014 press launch took place at the Consulate General of Jamaica in Manhattan April 2nd, 2014. The Honorable Herman G. LaMont, Jamaica's Consul General to New York was in attendance. It’s going to be some kind of summer in New York City. ‘Groovin In The ...
Marcia Griffiths Marcia Griffiths for 2014 'Groovin in The Park' festival in New York City Bullzii PR KINGSTON, Jamaica -- Marcia Griffiths kicked off her year-long golden anniversary celebration earlier this year on the opening night of Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, and is now booked for Groovin In The Park festival in ...
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia Struts in Style By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger While the political unrest between Russia and the Ukraine is beginning to take a toll on so many nations and so many people, some of the strife was put aside for a short period of time for an event catering to ...
Fashion Law Bootcamp Heads to California By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger When we think of Bootcamp, we envision hours of rigorous exercise and a very strict schedule to adhere to. Fashion Law Bootcamp is about to change your mind about the concept and explore a whole new meaning of the word 'Bootcamp.' The ...
Emerging Designers Grab the Spotlight at Charleston Fashion Week 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Labeled as the oldest and second-largest city in South Carolina, Charleston has an abundance of history to share with curious travelers. From the quaint cobblestone streets to the historic buildings to a waterfront ripe with stories from the ...
Come One, Come All to the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As New York City prepares for what promises to be twelve stimulating days of film, art and culture, the excitement only continues to build for an event that lets newcomers to the world of film as well as ...
The Style Awards Take Center Stage By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Only a few days remain until the most anticipated event, live and online, in the fashion and design industry. Â The 5th Annual Fashion 2.0 Awards are coming to the fashion community on March 20, 2014 from Merkin Concert Hall in New York ...
ANOTHER FABULOUS YEAR FOR SXSW By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Austin, Texas may not be the largest city in Texas, but this time of the year, the stupendous sounds of South By Southwest, the greatest music and film interactive festival, rejoice throughout the Texas plains and make it larger than life to the ...
Student Workshop: The History of Women in Soul March 06, 2014 | 1:01:26 | Public Domain First Lady Michelle Obama hosts middle school, high school and college students from across the country for an interactive student workshop: “I’m Every Woman: The History of Women in Soul."
IT'S A WIN FOR THE 2014 OSCAR AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger What a wild and exciting evening it was on Sunday, March 2, 2014! The night certainly wasn't like any Oscar Award Ceremony that I remember. Although we sometimes put celebrities on a pedestal, this past Sunday evening proved that they ...
PARIS FASHION WEEK BRINGS US BALENCIAGA By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The beauty of fashion can only be described as magnificent expression felt the world over. It brings with it a sense of pride, a sensuous overtone, a positive spirit to hold with us season after season. We were captivated by the charismatic ...
THE FIRST EVER WHITE HOUSE FILM FESTIVAL By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We all know of Tribeca Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, but for the very first time ever, President Obama hosted the White House Film Festival on Friday, February 28, 2014. Â As part of this stimulating event, the ...
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK MADRID AUTUMN/WINTER 2014/15 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Just as Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2014 ended on a somewhat chilly note in New York City, serious and cultural savvy fashion enthusiasts rushed off to yet another fashion week with an international flair and the flourishing beauty of Spanish fashion amongst ...
START YOUR ENGINES FOR THE NY INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A show that will excite the entire family is the upcoming New York International Auto Show. It is set to speed into the Jacob Javits Center in New York City on April 18, 2014 and continue through April 27, ...
CHANEL & TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHT ARTISTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The very famous Tribeca Film Festival  is not just about the discovery of exceptional film.  The festival also highlights outstanding art and diversified culture in a city ripe with creative talent.  As evidence of this, the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival brings to ...
GREET SPRING WITH CHARLES JAMES:BEYOND FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger New York City can almost time the approach to spring by the stylish arrival of the annual exhibition brought to the Metropolitan Museum of Art which takes place the first week in May. Each year, some of the biggest and most historical names ...
FILM FESTIVALS GET US THROUGH THE WINTER By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger No matter what the time of year it is, the world of film lets you escape the harsh reality of your daily routine into a world that you can mold to satisfy your curiosity. This time of the year brings us ...
DRAPED IN THE GLORY OF GOLD - SON JUNG WAN By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A designer who has a knack for making beauty blossom eternally is Son Jung Wan. Equipped with a large serving of creativity and incredible imagination, it is no wonder that some of the most prestigious people in New ...
RED MAKES AN IMPRESSION ON THE RUNWAY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The startling reality is that women between the ages of 40 to 60 years of age are at great risk of heart disease. Until they are educated on the symptoms that lead to heart disease and seek preventative treatment, this silent ...
DESIGUAL BRINGS LOVE TO MB FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger High Fashion has a whole new look this season. It's bright, it's fun and it's full of vivacious energy and plenty of pizzazz. One of the big openers of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2014 New York was Desigual with the brand's Fall ...
FOOTBALL OR ANIMAL BOWL? By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Super Bowl Sunday XLVIII brought out some fierce competition. The Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos battled on the field for the title of champions for this football season, but while the annual tradition that brings friends and families together was taking place, some ...
TIME TO TALK WITH 'THE MOMS' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The charismatic duo of Denise and Melissa, also affectionately known as 'The Moms', have been the talk of New York City for some time now. They even rule the airwaves of Sirius XM these days. From their fabulous and fun fashion show at ...
GIVING IN THE NAME OF FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Fashion will always find an interested audience as it works like a torch to raise cultural collaborations with charities of all kinds. In the month of January, Fashion For The Philippines made a huge statement all in the name of philanthropy. The Council of ...
STANDING OVATION TO THE GRAMMY AWARDS 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It was a tough choice to make on Sunday evening, January 26, 2014. Should I watch the fairytale wedding of 'The Bachelor' Sean Lowe and his soulmate and forever partner, Catherine Giudici,or do I turn to the much anticipated 56th Annual ...
RALPH AND RUSSO IMPRESS AT COUTURE FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The ultimate in style lit every star in the evening sky at Couture Fashion Week held in Paris, France from January 19th through the 23rd, 2014. The luxurious and lavish fashions that graced the runways were unmistakably magical and ...
IT ALL BEGINS AT MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK FALL/WINTER 2014 By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week has been infused with a shot of vitality to begin the new season of style. Falling temperatures, snow flurries and all the woes of winter will not keep the fashion fans down. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall/Winter ...
THE SUPER BOWL SCORES A TOUCHDOWN WITH FASHION BY: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As sports fanatics are glued to their big screen televisions, the football playoffs are well under way to determine who will be the final two teams given the opportunity to go to Super Bowl XLVIII. The ultimate win of the ...
SALUTE THE FGI RISING FASHION STARS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It is time to rise to the occasion as we get ready to salute those chosen to compete for the 17th Annual Rising Star Awards. On Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at Cipriani at 110 East 42nd Street in New York City, there ...
50 YEARS OF SPORTS ILLUSTRATED SWIMSUITS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The action-packed pages of Sports Illustrated cover every sport from basketball to football to tennis to soccer and breaking news about the NFL, the MLB, the NBA and the NHL. Once a year, the publication disappears off the shelves at a ...
86TH OSCARS® NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED BEVERLY HILLS, CA — Actor Chris Hemsworth and Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs announced the nominations for the 86th Academy Awards® today (January 16). Hemsworth and Boone Isaacs announced the nominees at a 5:38 a.m. PT. A live news conference was attended by more than 400 international media ...
71st ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES 'TOAST FOR A CAUSE' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It may seem like the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards, held on Sunday, January 12, 2014, were all about receiving and recognition for the most creative and influential artists of the past year. It was a who's who of celebrities ...
One of Reggae’s finest Festival Rebel Salute will rock the north course of the Island Jamaica January 17 /18th at Richmond Estate, Saint Ann, Jamaica Two days of Reggae Rebel Salute with an Impressive Artist line up Artist Line Up – Friday 17th Damian Marley Bunny Wailer Andrew Tosh Luciano Bugle Duane Stephenson Chuck Fender Tony Rebel ...
TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL SOON TO SHINE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Breaking away from our own reality and entering the realm of fantasy, emotional retribution, happiness, drama and dreams are all part of one of the most highly-accredited film festivals in the world. This is one of the passionate projects of the very ...
COUNTING DOWN TO SOCHI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It won't be long before we become glued to our television screens as world-class athletes compete vigorously for gold medals at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics.
Mayor de Blasio Announces Press Office Appointments http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zIqcfnexpM&feature=share January 7, 2014Diverse office brings wide range of local, state and national experience to City Hall NEW YORK, NY -- Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced the members of the City Hall press office, appointing a diverse team that brings experience from advocacy, media ...
By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger It doesn't seem to matter how unbearably cold it is, record crowds of over 1 million people seem to flock to Times Square every year for the tradition that we never tire of. The festivities this year marked the 42nd year of the largest New Year's ...
REEM ACRA PUTS YOU IN A FESTIVE MOOD By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The countdown is under way to New Year's Eve, one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. What to wear poses the largest dilemma.
HOLIDAY RELIEF FOR HAITI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Tis' the season to rejoice in the gift of giving. That was exactly the spirit earlier this month when Bovet 1822 (a Swiss "Maison" of luxury timepieces) owner, Mr. Pascal Raffy, participated in a holiday gala celebration for Artists For Peace & Justice on December ...
ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL WITH 'MADE FASHION WEEK' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We are gearing up for another exciting Fashion Week set to take place in New York City in February 2014. Fashion is a language that unites the world in harmony and beauty. Many fashion fanatics are familiar with Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week but ...
CHARLESTON FASHION WEEK IS AROUND THE CORNER By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The fashion focus will soon be on New York City and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, but that is only the beginning to a loaded season of style. In the months that follow this Fall 2014 Collection debut, other fashion weeks across the ...
CELEBRATING WOMEN AND ART AT ART BASEL MIAMI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Although Art Basel has departed the trendy shores of sunny Miami, the cultural savvy set is still talking about the success of this annual event that unites fashion, art and entertainment together for an action-packed week of excitement. From art ...
THE 'OTHER BALL' TO BENEFIT CHILDREN By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The holiday season is bringing people together to share the gift of love, sharing and giving.
A NEW WORLD OF MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK AWAITS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The face of fashion continues to emerge even brighter continuing with change to meet the needs of the industry as time goes on, season after season.
LOVE IS FALLING ON KISS FM'S JINGLE BALL By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The snow doesn't fall in Los Angeles this time of year like it does in the cold Northeast, but that doesn't discourage the holiday celebration from taking place each year at this same time.Â
TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY BEATLES By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger One of the most iconic musical groups of all time is the Beatles. It doesn't quite matter if you are middle-aged or in your teens, everyone knows all about the life and times of the Beatles. To this day, we still hear their ...
WHO LOVES A PARADE? By: Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan, Writer/Blogger PHOTO CREDITS: George Whylie There is no better reminder of holiday cheer than to wake up on a brisk November morning in New York City and head outside. The frigid air whips at my cheeks but it is well worth it because I am ...
A MAZE OF DIAMONDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Pictures, paintings, photos are all priceless interpretations of self-expression. There is no better way to ring in the holiday season this year than paying a visit to Jamison Ernest's 'Bouncing Cars' exhibition going on now through November 30, 2013, at the Ambassador Gallery in ...
NY PRESS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES 30th ANNIVERSARY of "STING" By: Roland Hyde Writer / Photographer L-R: Sophia Bernard-Fairman (Group Brand Manager, J.Wray&Nephew), Josef Bogdanovich (CEO, Downsound Records), Isaiah Laing (CEO, Supreme Promotions Ltd), Kiprich (Dancehall/Reggae Artist), Howard "Big Mac" McIntosh and Junior "Heavy D" Fraser (Supreme Promotions directors). NY PRESS CONFERENCE ANNOUNCES 30th ANNIVERSARY of ...
THE GIFT OF GLORY HONORED AT 2013 GOVERNORS AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A black-tie event took place on November 16, 2013 that gave us a deep appreciation for our stars of the present who have also influenced the past and will continue to have a strong impact on the future.
VICTORIA'S SECRET DAZZLES IN 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Dim the lights and the fashion extravaganza takes to the runway once again. Like clockwork, we know that the holiday spirit is in the air when the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is the buzz on the streets of New York City. This magnificent show ...
FALGUNI & SHANE PEACOCK STEAL THE SHOW - SPRING 2014 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The other day I just happened to be daydreaming about some of the most unique collections that Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014 brought us this past September. My mind was immediately drawn to one particular fashion show that ...
MB FASHION WEEK RUSSIA DRAWS MISS UNIVERSE CONTESTANTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continues to travel the globe to exotic cities all thriving with the excitement of elegance and sophistication in style with a dynamic backing. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia began in Moscow on October 25, 2013. This is the premier ...
LOOK GORGEOUS AND STAY HEALTHY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As seasons come and seasons go, each one brings its own set of surprises. With autumn taking over, we look forward to the leaves changing colors, a chance to buy a new pair of leather boots and a new fall cardigan to keep ...
MB FASHION WEEK RUSSIA JOINS FORCES WITH eBAY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The digital world of fashion is taking huge steps across the debonair divide as two giants unite in partnership on an original project giving fashion conscious consumers the chance of a lifetime. eBay, the global leader of the Internet trade and ...
LET'S MAKE IT A HAUNTINGLY OUTRAGEOUS HALLOWEEN By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Halloween is one of the most imaginative holidays of the year. Costume parties are the best way to get lost in the escapades and enjoy the freedom to display your own unique individuality without question. A notable party making light of the ...
COUNTING DOWN TO THE 56th ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It is once again time to begin counting down to the GRAMMY AWARDS®. Talented artists with sweet-sounding music and tunes that stick in our heads all day long have so much to offer the culturally inclined world that they impress each ...
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 Collections LIVE STREAM: MBFW NY SPRING 2014 COLLECTIONS The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 Collections will include shows from designers including: NICHOLAS K, DAVID TLALE, BCBGMAXAZRIA, RICHARD CHAI, SUPIMA, TADASHI SHOJI, CANDELA, DESIGUAL, MARISSA WEBB, THE ART INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK CITY, FASHION LAW INSTITUTE, ZIMMERMANN, ...
Caribbean Fever Music Festival is the premier celebration of Caribbean cultures, fashion and music. Presented in partnership with Irie Jamboree, the Caribbean Fever Music Festival is a three-day live event taking place during Labor Day Weekend on Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1 at Barclays Center. The music festival will ...
AN EVENING OF ELEGANCE WITH CFDA AWARDS 2013 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It was almost like Fashion Week all over again at Lincoln Center  in New York City as designers, models, entrepreneurs, corporate sponsors, celebrities and the executive members of the Council of Fashion Designers of America came out to celebrate the ...
LIGHTS, FASHION, ACTION! By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger New York City is in for a thrilling surprise as the month of June brings with it a very important event highlighting outstanding women in fashion, entertainment and media for the world to admire in awe. It is a uniquely creative film festival and a conference ...
MB FASHION WEEK SWIM 2014 IS ON THE WAY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The Summer's hottest event is soon to be making its way to the sun-drenched beaches of South Florida as Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2014 hits the shores of the Raleigh Hotel in South Beach from July 18 - July 22, ...
ADIDAS GRAND PRIX 2013 THRILLS FANS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Although the windy, rainy weather could have been a deterrent on Saturday, May 25, 2013, some of the finest athletes in the world didn't let that stop them from giving their very best performance at the  It all took place at Icahn ...
THE GLAMOUR OF CINEMA AGAINST AIDS XX By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Cannes has been the center of attention for over a week now. The energy has come to a climactic end but it was a week of awesome magic. With enchanting premiere films, an impressive 'who's who' list of attendees and scenery ...
By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger It's going to be some kind of summer in New York City. The sun is up and the flowers are blooming brightly. It is time to get outdoors and head out to 'Groovin In The Park' set to take place on Sunday, June 30, 2013 in Roy Wilkins Park ...
CAROLE KING IS HONORED AT WHITE HOUSE By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As a long-standing tradition, President Obama and First Lady Michelle are continuing with the entertaining series "In Performance at the White House". Â The goal is to showcase the rich fabric of American culture in the nation's most famous home, the White ...
BRING ON THE BLING WITH LIBERACE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Liberace was a man who certainly lived life to its fullest. His world was full of glitz, glam and plenty of sparkle. He was the original "King of Bling" in every sense of the word. His famous line was "Too much of a ...
CLAP YOUR HANDS FOR THE 2013 BILLBOARD AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Sunday evening, May 19, 2013, was the night that the musical world had been waiting for all year. The entertainment industry celebrated the 2013 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel. As usual, fashion was one ...
THE 66TH ANNUAL CANNES FILM FESTIVAL By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Cannes is quite certainly one of the most magnetic film festival destinations in the world. The fashions, the films, the celebration are all exciting parts of the diversity of the event that runs from the 15th of May through the 26th of ...
MAGIC OVER THE MEDITERRANEAN WITH DIOR By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Monaco is known as the land of luxury overlooking the expansive Mediterranean Sea and located on the chic French Riviera. So it was only befitting that this exclusive country provided the backdrop for the Dior 2014 Cruise Collection as models walked the ...
LET'S CELEBRATE MUSICAL SUCCESS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger A gala event is making its way to New York City to benefit advocacy, education and professional development. The RECORDING ACADEMY HONORS® 2013 will be celebrating talented successes on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, at 6:00 p.m. at 583 Park Avenue in New York City. Recipients of ...
A SUMMER OF ENCHANTING FILMS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger When we think of summer, we think of pool parties, longer days of sunshine, beach outings, BBQs and vacations. For those film buffs that enjoy watching the classics, the Academy promises you a real treat. It is once again time for the 2013 Oscars Outdoors ...
'PUNK: Chaos to Couture' By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger  The MET Costume Gala is extremely addictive as one of the biggest events of the year,  celebrity guests arrived to walk the Red Carpet, some reliving the era through their attire for the evening. Hundreds gathered to get a glimpse of the flowing gowns, fishnet stockings, strange ...
FROM PUNK TO COUTURE AT THE MET By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Punk has had a huge influence on fashion. Â From the streets of London to the rock & roll clubs of New York City, the 70's were a time of transition that would forever influence our lives and promote the manifestation of ...
A STAR-STUDDED KENTUCKY DERBY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger The exciting 139th running of the Kentucky Derby was won by Shug McGaughey's 'Orb' on a muddy track at Churchill Downs on May 4, 2013. Not only was there a winner on the track but winning fashions crowded the Red Carpet as celebrities gathered in Millionaire's ...
THE ICONIC CELEBRATION OF THE GREAT GATSBY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger As one of the great classics of all time opens soon in theaters across the country, The Great Gatsby, toasted the New York City Premiere with a roaring good time held at The Plaza Hotel after the Red Carpet arrival and ...
RINGWALD ENTERTAINS SOUTH FLORIDA By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger We all remember the enchanting films with the happy endings that were classic situations of teens of the 80's. The "Brat Pack" gave us moments to remember in 'Sixteen Candles', 'The Breakfast Club' and 'Pretty In Pink'. One of the best known actresses of the ...
BOCA PREPARES FOR 'PROPER AFFAIR' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for one of the most fashionable events of the year. It's going to be another unforgettable 'Boston Proper Affair'. This is the time for South Florida fashion to shine right in the heart of Palm Beach County. Favorite retailer, Boston Proper, will ...
2013 LATIN BILLBOARD AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Miami was sizzling on Thursday, April 25, 2013, as the Red Carpet was rolled out for the 2013 Latin Billboard Awards. The glamour and glitz took place at Bank United Center at the University of Miami. The event was broadcast live on Telemundo Television. It ...
THE PRESIDENTS CLUB By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Five Presidents, made up of both Democrats and Republicans, came together on a bright and sunny Dallas day this past Thursday, April 26, 2013. This exclusive Presidents Club had one main purpose in mind and that was the dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library ...
THE BRIGHT SIDE OF MB AUSTRALIA By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Most recently from April 8th through April 12, 2013, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia celebrated another gorgeous season of sensational fashion. So many designers with so much talent gathered in one location to show the world how Sydney can easily compete with some of ...
TIME HONORS TOP 100 IN NYC By:  Hope Wilkos, Monique Nolan Writer/Blogger Once a year, TIME brings together their top 100 most influential individuals of the year in order to celebrate their successes and recognize their achievements.  This year the event took place on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 in New York City at ...
CELEBRATE THE 2013 ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Each year we recognize talented individuals who contribute so much to the entertainment industry. They bring life a more colorful meaning with a gift of pleasing performances again and again over the years. On Thursday, ...
'LOST ON PURPOSE' CAPTURES AUDIENCES By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan One of the biggest thrills of the Palm Beach International Film Festival was having the opportunity to interview the Directors/Writers of the World Premiere film, Lost On Purpose.  They had a vitality and vigor about them that immediately puts you ...
A WEEK OF FABULOUS FILMS COMES TO A CLOSE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It was a week that movie memories are made of. Palm Beach International Film Festival brought aspiring, emerging and seasoned filmmakers from all over the globe to warm and welcoming South Florida to debut their films ...
COME ON OVER TO COACHELLA 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan For two magnificent musical weekends, Coachella Music & Arts Festival brings the California desert to life with the sweet and sometimes reverberating sounds of summer. Weekend One begins today, April 12th and continues through April 14, 2013 and ...
THE MAGIC OF 'MISS YOU CAN DO IT' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It only takes three simple words to make everything seem so much easier. "Love conquers all." That statement became much more evident after having seen a most heartwarming documentary film. The Palm Beach International Film Festival taking ...
CHECK OUT YOUR CAR OF THE FUTURE AT NY AUTO SHOW By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There are only two more days left to check out the sleekest and fastest cars that the year has to offer. Right now through Sunday, April 7, 2013, the New York International Auto ...
BIG THUMBS UP TO OPENING NIGHT OF PBIFF By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Palm Beach International Film Festival opened on a powerful cinematic note on Thursday, April 4, 2013. Although the weather was rainy and overcast, spirits could not be dampened that easily. Ranking in the top ten film festival destinations ...
MIAMI FASHION WEEK'S SHOWCASE OF DESIGNERS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan On the last evening of Miami Fashion Week 2013, not only was the Miami Moda Awards a large part of the excitement of the evening but we got a glimpse into the fashions of a kaleidoscope of ...
THE 2013 WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG ROLL By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan While children may love the brightly colored Easter eggs and the floppy ears of the symbolic bunny rabbit, they are also sad to see this holiday come to an end. However, Easter is not over just yet. ...
BRING ON THE MUSIC WITH IRAWMA AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan When you are feeling sad and blue, Reggae music is one genre that will get you out of your chair and moving to the beat. One of the biggest days for Reggae music is surely to be Martin's ...
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK RUSSIA RISES By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan In just two days, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Russia will debut a whole new exciting season with fresh new designers, their creations and a new international partner, Depesha, which is a premier worldwide publication. There can be no better way to ...
MET GALA BENEFIT GREETS PUNK FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Anybody and everybody that is a fan of fashion knows that there is one evening of the year that attracts the fashion elite in a magical setting. The highly anticipated Met Costume Institute Gala Benefit will take place on ...
LA IS FILLED WITH FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan All the beautiful people gathered in one place to celebrate a week full of style as Style Fashion Week LA and LA Fashion Weekend took over the West Coast. There was loads of energy and enthusiasm to go around as all ...
ROAD TO ULTRA: A LONG WAY FROM HOME By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the hottest events to hit the music scene in Miami is the upcoming Ultra Music Festival which will take place for not just one but two historic weekends in warm and inviting Miami, Florida, the ...
NAUTICA KEEPS YOU ACTIVE WITH THEIR FALL 2013 COLLECTION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the hottest mens' collections to keep cool breezes blowing throughout the season is the 'Nautica Fall 2013 Collection' that hit the runway at Lincoln Center in New York City during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in February. Nautica signifies ...
A WINNING COLLECTION - DOUGLAS HANNANT FALL 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Attending a Douglas Hannant fashion show is always a thrill. The venue is warm and inviting and the guests seem to be eager to socialize and then view the stunning looks of the season as designed by ...
ESCAPE TO PARIS WITH CATHERINE MALANDRINO By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Catherine Malandrino is a fashion designer that captures international appeal. She herself was born in the stylish nation of France and her creativity rests between New York City and Paris. Women love her looks not only because it ...
CELEBRATING THE 85TH ANNUAL OSCAR AWARDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It is the night that shapes movie legends.  It is the night that defines the top names in filmmaking and acting.  It is none other than the biggest night in Hollywood , the 85th Annual Academy Awards telecast ...
24 HOURS OF FASHION IN SOUTH BEACH By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It's upon us once again. The World of Cotton will be taking over the streets of South Beach enveloping them in loads of diverse looks for the fashion conscious individual daring to impress. This marks the second year that Cotton Incorporated brings ...
THE EDGY YET FEMININE WORLD OF CANDELA By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Frills and lace, sequins and satin all have that feminine appeal as we view the Fall 2013 Collection from Candela, a line with an international flair in the world of fashion. The scene was set at Mercedes-Benz Fashion ...
SUPER BOWL ISN'T JUST ABOUT SPORTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Super Bowl XLVII certainly had its share of surprises this year. Beyonce' and her much awaited reunion with Destiny's Child was the talk of the century in the music world and it led to a super energetic half-time extravaganza. Shortly ...
YOU CAN TAKE PART IN MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicks off in chilly New York City this coming Wednesday, February 6, 2013.  As we climb the steps of Lincoln Center with a jump to our step and excitement building in our heart, there ...
REALITY HITS THE RUNWAY AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan New York City is counting down to Fashion Week and what better way to spread the word and build awareness to "Reality of FASHION, The Reality of AIDS 2013". One of the most anticipated fashion ...
CELEBRITIES SHINE FOR A CAUSE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There is nothing like 'Passion for a Cause' to bring some of the brightest celebrities together if only for one evening. It is important to stand up for what you believe in and have that drive and determination to make ...
A WEEK OF PRESIDENTIAL EVENTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan This week was abuzz with presidential activity in Washington as all the exciting inaugural events took place to kick off the next four years of the White House administration. Saturday, January 19, 2013, was meant to honor America's children and ...
LET'S GO FOR 'A WALK ON THE MOON' WITH THE Laurèl COLLECTION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin lived up to its chic expectations as designers showcased their Autumn/Winter 2013 Collections from January 15 through January 18, 2013. One of the standout presentations of the 4-day event was ...
A 'FORCE OF NATURE' TAKES ACTING WORLD BY STORM By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan She is just 9 years old but already is an accomplished actress. Adorable Quvenzhané Wallis is the youngest Oscar nominee in 2013 chosen for her emotional role in the film "Beasts of the Southern Wild". Wallis has a maturity ...
FAST FORWARD TO THE FUTURE IN TECHNOLOGY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Just as fashionistas excite to Fashion Week, tech titans excite to the Consumer Electronic Show held annually to introduce some of the most innovative gadgets that give us a glimpse into the future. The trade show was ...
THE 2013 GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS LIGHT UP HOLLYWOOD By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It was a big night for Hollywood on Sunday, January 13, 2013 as the stars gathered at the Beverly Hills Hilton to celebrate the successes of their talented fellow actors and actresses for the 70th Annual ...
AN EVENING WITH A FASHION ICON AND MARTINI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Once again the fashion industry was bubbling over in New York City on Wednesday evening, January 9, 2013. It was an evening of formidable fashion as prominent and inspirational designer, Marc Jacobs, took to the stage as ...
ANOTHER MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK IS ALMOST HERE By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Designers of the decade are getting ready to debut their Fall/Winter 2013 Collections for fashion critics, media and celebrities in New York City. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week  is preparing New York City for a week full of fresh beginnings and ...
THE 2013 OSCAR NOMINATIONS ARE ANNOUNCED By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There was no sleeping late on this very important morning in January. This was the morning that hundreds of thousands of people had been waiting anxiously for, the announcement of the 85th Annual Oscar Nominees. At 5:38 a.m. PT ...
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF POLO ARRIVES IN PALM BEACH By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There is nothing more thrilling in the global equestrian world than the elite sport of polo. Polo is a sport that has achieved prestigious acclaim worldwide but there is no better place to enjoy the sport ...
THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT AND HERE COMES 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan How quickly the time flies by......The year 2012 brought with it sadness, happiness, loss, good times, bad times, financial woes and a host of different feelings that we will remember the year gone by for. But ...
NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2013 SAG AWARDS ANNOUNCED By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There is quite a stir going on in the world of cinema and television as the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® are right around the corner being held on Sunday, January 27, 2013. Some of the biggest and ...
ANOTHER FASHION WEEK IS ALMOST UPON US By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan We've seen the best that Spring/Summer 2013 has to offer us with wildly feminine frills, fancy floral designs and vibrant colors reminding us that with spring showers and May flowers comes a whole new world of trend-setting ...
FASHION'S FIGHT AGAINST MS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It was a perfect afternoon to bring fashion lovers together for a cause worth fighting for. On Thursday, December 13, 2012, Fashion's Fight Against MS brought Fort Lauderdale, Florida, alive with a passion as supporters attended a charity fashion show and luncheon. ...
HURRICANE SANDY RELIEF CONCERT '121212' ROCKS THE WORLD By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan There could be no more fitting venue to hold such a powerful and charitable event than Madison Square Garden in New York City. Some of the biggest names in the music industry came together to raise funds ...
2012 GRAMMY NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED By: Hope WilkosPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan For the 5th consecutive year, The Recording Academy brought audiences around the world a primetime extravaganza of musical talent to announce the nominations for the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards. "The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!! - Countdown to Music's Biggest Night" was a ...
BRITISH FASHION AWARDS 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the most prestigious fashion awards ceremonies of the year took place on November 27, 2012. The British Fashion Awards celebrated the creativity, the glory and the success of those that contribute so much to the industry on a ...
ART BASEL HITS THE STREETS OF MIAMI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The culturally refined crowds flocked to Miami this past week for the internationally acclaimed Art Basel. This chic and sophisticated event brings attendees modern and contemporary art from 260 galleries and 2000 artists spanning the globe combining a ...
KENNEDY CENTER HONORS AND A TREE-LIGHTING CEREMONY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George Whylie Videographer: Maxine Nolan Sunday, December 2, 2012, was an evening of flavorful fashion and political prestige as celebrities, talented artists and actors joined President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as they gathered for the 35th Annual Kennedy Center Honors. With ...
ANGELS THAT STEAL OUR HEARTS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan It's official.  The holidays are here.  The VS Angels glistened, sparkled and blossomed at the Lexington Armory in New York City as they sauntered down the runway in what had to be one of the most lavish and sexiest ...
WHAT'S GOING ON AT THE TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL? By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan So what is going on in the world of the Tribeca Film Festival these days? Yesterday, November 30, 2012 , was the official deadline for 2013 Tribeca Film Festival submissions and we wish all the entrants the ...
A FASHION FIRST FOR FASHION LAW INSTITUTE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Though we are barely through the winter, Spring/Summer 2013 is on the minds of the fashion industry and with a new season comes vibrancy and rebirth from a cold harsh winter. Sometimes it isn't always the traditional designer ...
THE CURTAIN RISES ON GLAMOUR'S "WOMEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS" By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Carnegie Hall echoed with cacophonous applause as the prestigious venue was host to Glamour's "Women of the Year Awards" on Monday, November 12, 2012. It was an evening to recognize some of the most ...
THE 40th ANNUAL AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Dick Clark always stood by his belief, "Lets bring together the year's most popular artists and let the music speak for itself." That is exactly what it did as we celebrated the 40th Annual American Music Awards at ...
WHITNEY - 'WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan 'We Will Always Love You' reverberates in our heads. It is almost one year later and the memory of Whitney Houston is still strong in our hearts. On Friday evening, November 16, 2012 at 10:00 p.m. EST, a ...
FASHION WEEK AROUND THE WORLD By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is the most widely recognized fashion week in the world and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York is the catalyst for a series of fashion weeks across the globe. Most recently, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Kiev kicked off in Russia ...
SHERRI HILL MAKES THE NIGHT MAGIC By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The holidays always seem to shine with fashions that sparkle and dazzle. There are parties to attend and homecomings to treasure for years to come in addition to pageants calling for the perfect gown. All these events are ...
SALUTE TO THE COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan On Thursday, November 1, 2012, some of the best and most talented artists in the world of country came together to once again celebrate the 46th Annual 2012 Country Music Awards. It all took place at the ...
TEEN VOGUE UNIVERSITY 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan October has been the month when dreams came true for many a young girl looking to enter the world of fashion. October 20,2012 was more than just another day at The New York Millennium Hotel. Teen Vogue University got underway for the ...
COUNTDOWN CONTINUES TO GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As the excitement begins leading up to the big evening, " THE GRAMMY NOMINATIONS CONCERT LIVE! - COUNTDOWN TO MUSIC'S BIGGEST NIGHT!" there are more talented artists signing on to take part in this enthralling evening for the ...
PetitePARADE RULES THE FASHION RUNWAY By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan These days Fashion Weeks take place around the world and the fashions previewed are not just about the adults anymore but also about adorable kids with sparkling eyes and modeling cutting-edge fashions. It was a big weekend in New York ...
DEBATES DONE - OFF TO THE POLLS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The debates are behind us now and it isn't long before voters will be off to the polls. Leading up to the final debate at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, South Florida was abuzz with political frenzy ...
NEW YORK FILM FESTIVAL TURNS 50 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It has become more than just an annual tradition, it has become a highly anticipated event of culturally rich New York City. The New York Film Festival has been a major event since its inception in 1963. The films are ...
November 3, 2012 NAZARETH High School , Brooklyn NY will come alive with the 8th staging of Reggae Culture Salute, Featuring Reggae Artist LUCIANO with Special Gust MR. VEGAS. Reggae Culture Salute is more than an event, it is a campaign to increase understanding of the development and significance of reggae music ...
"TOAST TO SURVIVORS" WITH KRISTIN CHENOWETH By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan October is the month when we all unite to make a difference in the fight against Breast Cancer because it touches all of our lives at some point in some unforgiving way. Shopping events across the country rally ...
MOET & CHANDON CELEBRATE KYLIE MINOGUE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan On Thursday evening, October 11, 2012, the popular restaurant Bagatelle located in the meatpacking district of New York City, was the center of celebration and the place to be. Moët & Chandon hosted a spectacular dinner to commend Kylie Minogue ...
THE BARCLAYS CENTER WELCOMES CARIBBEAN AND REGGAE MUSIC By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine NolanSharron Smith: Reporter The Barclays Center is the newest addition to the Brooklyn skyline and it is kicking into high gear as it begins to host the National Basketball Association's Brooklyn Nets. However, the new indoor arena is ...
HALLOWEEN HORRORS FOR OCTOBER By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan A werewolf howls and the cackle of the witch and the goblins is in the air. It is that time of year again. Halloween is approaching and with it comes a celebration of the spirits of the night. We have some ...
HIFF LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Yesterday was a very important day for a man who has always been on my 'Top Ten' list of favorite actors for years. Distinguished actor, Richard Gere, was honored as the recipient of the Golden Starfish Award for Lifetime Achievement ...
THE FIRST 2012 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As we look forward to a new week and a Vice-Presidential debate to be held at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, we certainly have to look back on the talk of this departing week, the first Presidential debate held ...
MILAN SPRING/SUMMER 2013 FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As soon as London Fashion Week came to a close, media and fashion professionals rushed off to attend Milan Fashion Week. Such influential design names as Emporio Armani, MaxMara, Prada, Moschino, Salvatore Ferragamo, Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana introduced ...
CENTRAL PARK CHARITY CONCERT DRAWS THOUSANDS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan What to do on a brisk Saturday evening with the stars twinkling in the night sky above? This past Saturday, September 29, 2012, Central Park came alive with the sounds of musical artists K'naan, the legendary Neil Young, Black ...
SIMON 'FASHION NOW' - A FUN WAY TO ENJOY FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It is a huge fashion event that has become an annual tradition in the Boca Town Center Mall in Boca Raton, Florida. Simon Mall and Braman Motorcars of Palm Beach join together in luxury to ...
WIN A RED CARPET EXPERIENCE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Attending the 85th Annual Academy Awards no longer has to be just a dream or a wish. Now it just might become a reality. Movie fans can vie for seats on The Oscar Red Carpet this coming February 24, 2013. This week ...
THE EMMY AWARDS 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the biggest nights of the year is when all the stars come together to celebrate The Emmy Awards. Television is still the most popular type of entertainment and these awards recognize hard work and daily dedication. Categories include ...
FOLLOWING THE GRAMMY AWARDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Many exciting events are going on in the world of THE GRAMMY AWARDS. On September 25, 2012, at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, California, the XIII Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards Nominations will be announced. Key members of the music industry ...
THE SPRING 2013 COLLECTION OF RALPH RUCCI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As I walked down 7th Avenue near 34th Street in the heart of the Fashion District of New York City during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, I came upon a gold star plaque on the 'Fashion Walk of Fame' ...
TAKE A TOUR OF THE WHITE HOUSE GARDENS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Fall is in the air and outdoor lovers are eager to get their fill of the great outdoors before the cold weather makes its way to our backyards. This fall the White House is announcing its 2012 ...
FALGUNI & SHANE PEACOCK TAKE US ON A FUTURISTIC FASHION RIDE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan When it comes to the world of magical madness, Falguni & Shane Peacock stand out as the masters of ultimate creativity. If there was any show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2013 that we eagerly ...
COUNTDOWN TO iHEART RADIO MUSIC FESTIVAL By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The biggest invention to hit the airwaves these days is iHeart Radio. Everybody is talking about it, we are all listening to it and the largest music festival in the world comes to MGM Grand Garden Arena in ...
DORE' DESIGNS DELIGHTS AT FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan September 12, 2012 marked a fashion first as Dore' Designs, the top design line for the ballroom dance industry, debuted a new line of glamorous evening wear. The gleaming event took place in The Arena on West 41st Street ...
MOMS STRUT THEIR STUFF IN THE FASHIONABLE MOM SHOW By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2013 brought us so many memorable designer shows this season but one in particular stands out in my mind as being fun and fantastic! 'Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show' was a fun-filled ...
CHRIS BENZ BIG BIRTHDAY BASH By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Fashion Week wasn't the only event making the news this past week. American hot fashion designer, Chris Benz, also known as Prince of Color, celebrated his 30th birthday in style with a Birthday Bash on Sunday, September 10, 2012. Earlier in ...
SUPERMODELS WALK THE RUNWAY FOR NORISOL FERRARI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week continues to move us into the future with style, class and originality but there is nothing more refreshing than going back to the fashion era of the 70's. On Monday, September 10, 2012, fashion took ...
DL1961 - DENIM SHOW OF THE SPRING SEASON 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the must see shows of this latest Spring 2013 Fashion Season was DL1961 Premium Denim Runway Show held on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. High-profile assistance came from Nylon's Style Editor-At-Large, Dani Stahl and ...
THE 2012 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS ROCK STAPLES CENTER By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine NolanThe beat went on and on as the MTV Video Music Awards were celebrated and televised on Fashion's Night Out this year on September 6, 2012. All the music superstars came out in numbers to ...
THE 9TH ANNUAL STYLE AWARDS BEGIN A WEEK OF FASHION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine NolanWhat better way to begin Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2013 than with the coveted 9th Annual Style Awards. Three global leaders in the fashion industry, Penske Media Corporation and Style Media and IMG Fashion made ...
NEW YORK LABOR DAY PARADE DRAWS ENTHUSIASTIC CROWDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It was another year of jubilant festivities as thousands of New Yorkers came together to celebrate Labor Day with the 45th Annual West Indian-American Day Parade. Crowds flocked to Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn to watch the ...
GO FOR THE GOLD AT THE 2012 PARALYMPIC GAMES By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The London Summer Olympics 2012 came to a glorious end but now another competition is currently taking place known as the Paralympic Games being held in London from August 29 through September 9, 2012. President Obama sent ...
FROM RNC TO DNC By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As Tampa begins getting back to it normal routine, Charlotte is preparing for the Democratic National Convention set to begin on Tuesday, September 4th through September 6th. The city is ready to take on the crowds of delegates, media and ...
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK SPRING 2013 DESCENDS UPON US By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2013 is upon us as the fashion frenzy descends upon Lincoln Center in New York City along with a variety of other venues. Designers travel across the world to become a part of this ...
CELEBRITIES CELEBRATE THE U.S. OPEN By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The world-famous U.S. Open is well underway in New York through September 9, 2012 with the excitement of professional tennis, powerful celebrities and the most superlative tennis players in the industry going head to head for the glory of winning. On ...
GET READY TO BE PAMPERED WITH GBK LOUNGE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan New York Fashion Week is just around the corner and within a few days, New York City will be bustling with the arrival of a multitude of fashion experts, media and models. This Fashion Week held ...
LOOKING BACK AT MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK SWIM 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan A gorgeous swimsuit makes the woman whether she's on the beach, on the boat, in the pool or wherever she may choose to go. It's all about accentuating the figure and appearing as if she is ...
MIAMI ROCKS OUR TROOPS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Each and every day our troops put their lives in danger to protect our country and make our nation a much safer place to live. We owe our veterans so much for their unselfish and committed sense of duty and now ...
OLYMPIC CLOSING CEREMONIES LIGHT UP THE NIGHT By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan For just over two weeks, nations let down their guard and came together to build lasting friendships, to make memories and to compete for the gold medal, an honor that surpasses the wildest of dreams. Sadly, the London ...
WHO IS JEAN PAUL GAULTIER? By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It's difficult to imagine what goes into a Jean Paul Gaultier collection. Imagination abounds and is expressed through a captivating runway performance. Beginning on October 6, 2012 and stretching through January 6, 2013, loyal followers of the titillating designer will ...
MUSIC IS ON OUR MINDS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Music and celebration are in the air this weekend bringing a multitude of choices for fans and enthusiasts alike. Jamaica revels in its 50th Anniversary of Independence. We look back in time as Jamaica raised their black green and gold ...
THE DISCO DIVA RETURNS IN BRIGHT LIGHTS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photographer: George Whylie Videographer: Maxine Nolan The Dancing Dame of Disco, Donna Summer, is gone but never ever forgotten. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Monday Nights with Oscar screening series brings us back to the disco era with the presentation of "Thank ...
A MID SUMMER AFFAIR WITH LILIANA MONTOYA By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Although Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2013 came to a close last week, the fashion events continue on endlessly in the city of Miami. On Thursday, July 26, 2012, Vizcayne hosted a poolside soiree. It was a private event ...
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL REGGAE SUMFEST By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It was the sound heard round the islands as energy-packed Reggae Sumfest touched down in Montego Bay, Jamaica for 'The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth' from July 15-July 21, 2012. The top names in Reggae once again amazed and astounded for ...
THE REVIVAL OF 'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan For the young at heart and the old of soul, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will delight audiences with the presentation of "The Sound of Music" as the fourth film in the series "The ...
AN OLYMPIC MILESTONE By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan It is hard to believe that the London Summer Olympics are just one week away. The competition and festivities are about to get underway with the Opening Night Ceremonies taking place on July 27th ushering in this global event. Nations around ...
HAVING A 'MARVEL'OUS TIME AT COMIC-CON 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan San Diego Convention Center was abuzz last weekend with fans of Comic-Con International, an event that draws in millions annually not just for its seminars, workshops and film previews but for the delight of playing the part. Attendees ...
FASHION WEEK SWIM 2013 OPENS WITH STYLE SAVES By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Fashion Week Swim 2013 is about ready to touch down on the sunny shores of South Beach. Beginning on Thursday, July 19th, you will never be at a loss for events to attend for the next ...
HOLMES & YANG DEBUT AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan For the past seven years, Katie Holmes has undergone a miraculous transformation. Meeting and becoming Mrs. Tom Cruise took Katie from a wide-eyed vivacious teen actress of Dawson's Creek fame to an experienced and mature ...
A CELEBRATION OF 'GRAMMY CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan This coming Friday, July 20th, there will be a very special and exclusive musical performance at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles. Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry, the GRAMMY Foundation, The Recording Academy and China Soong Ling Foundation (C.S.C.L.F.), ...
PARIS FASHION WEEK COUTURE FALL 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Elegance abounds......Ooh La La! That was definitely the theme as Paris Fashion Week Couture Fall 2012 slipped out from behind the veiled curtain to reveal decadent, sophisticated and rich looking collections from some of the most famous talked ...
MAGGIE MAY HEATS UP THE BEACH By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Temperatures are rising across the nation but it is sizzling hot down in South Beach as designers are gearing up for Fashion Week Swim 2013 beginning on July 19th and running through July 24th. Salon Allure will be featuring ...
HEAD TO BERLIN FOR MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK S/S 2013 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Fashion is at its finest in Berlin, Germany as Mercedes-Benz Berlin Spring/Summer 2013 gets underway from July 4 - July 7, 2012. The experts in the fashion and media world come together to preview four full ...
THE GOVERNORS BALL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Musical madness rolled into Randall's Island, situated in the East River in New York City, this past weekend on June 23rd and 24th. This festival of merriment was none other than The Governors Ball Music Festival 2012. It ...
'ONE IN A MILLION' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan The Latin Recording Academy is proud to announce that they have reached a major milestone in their history. On Monday, June 25, 2012, the Latin Recording Academy surpassed one million followers on Twitter. In honor of this monumental feat, the 'One In A Million' ...
FASHION LOVES FOOTBALL By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Earlier this month on June 12, the world of football joined hands with the world of fashion for a magnificent gala, "Fashion Loves Football", which was held at the imperial and regal National Opera House in Warsaw, Poland. This interesting combination was a ...
MAKING WAVES WITH LISA BLUE AT MBFW 2013 SWIM By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine NolanAs the sun shines brightly and bathing beauties bask at the beach, we are eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the 2013 swim trends and most popular swimwear styles in Miami Beach. There is just under ...
GEAR UP FOR 'REGGAE SUMFEST' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan July is almost here and we know what that means. It is time to pack your bags and jet off to the tropical paradise of Jamaica to enjoy some of the biggest names in Reggae music. Each year as the ...
MISHA NONOO 2013 RESORT COLLECTION By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photographer: George Whylie Videographer: Maxine Nolan Award-winning designer, Misha Nonoo, whisks us away to a captivating world of beauty with each and every collection that she creates. Her inspirations come from far-away lands such as England of past decades, the luscious Italian Riviera and romantic ...
TIME FOR THE TONY'S 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the fabulous things about New York City are the lights on Broadway. There are a variety of plays to fit everyone's pleasure and draw in millions of fans and visitors all year long. Sunday, June 10th, marked the ...
'CINEMA AGAINST AIDS CANNES 2012' By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan As celebrities, filmmakers, media and critics gathered recently in France to celebrate the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, a charitable cause took the spotlight in the 'Cinema Against AIDS Cannes 2012'. This marked the 19th year for this black-tie event ...
Let's Salute The CFDA Fashion Awards 2012 By: Â Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: Â George WhylieVideographer: Â Maxine NolanAlthough we are no strangers to the Council of Fashion Designers Awards held each year in exciting New York City, this year marked the first time that the awards were digitally broadcast on Style.com for the world ...
CANNES FILM FESTIVAL 2012 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan To attend the Cannes Film Festival is almost like a dream come true for film enthusiasts. It is in a beautiful land although a bit of rain and dismal weather conditions could not damper the spirits of filmgoers on the ...
GRAMMY MusiCares MAKES ITS MARK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan All throughout the year, GRAMMY makes their presence felt in more than just the world of music awards. In fact, this coming Thursday, May 31st, the organization known as MusiCares Foundation will host the eighth Annual MAP Fund Benefit ...
VICTORIA'S SECRET COMING TO THE UK By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Every 'Angel' has their favorite store and Victoria's Secret is on the top of that list for many a woman. Summer brings sexy hot swimsuits like the ruffle lace bandeau top and lace double-string bottom as well as the ...
adidas GRAND PRIX HEADS TO NEW YORK By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Countdown begins to June 9th, 2012 as this becomes one of the biggest days on Randall's Island; one of Manhattan's main recreation hubs.  Icahn Stadium has served as one of the monumental training grounds for many a ...
2012 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Just a couple of weeks ago, the 2012 Annual New York International Auto Show took place at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. This is the largest auto show of its kind with over 1,000 ...
TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL 2012 By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan Each April, New Yorkers proudly welcome the entertaining Tribeca Film Festival.  Creativity is at its peak drawing crowds that top over 3 million people and bringing in revenue of $600 million annually.  Talented individuals from the world of art, film ...
VOLVO OCEAN RACE SAILS INTO MIAMI By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan One of the most highly anticipated global sailing events of the season is just days away from hitting the blue waters of Miami, Florida. The Volvo Ocean Race has gone through some of the most treacherous waters in the ...
 ROAD TO THE LONDON SUMMER OLYMPICS By:  Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer:  George WhylieVideographer:  Maxine Nolan In a world of constant turmoil, it's refreshing to know that we can set aside our differences and even the smallest of countries will come together, sending their brightest and best athletes as representatives at the London Summer ...
WEEK OF FEB 12th - NEWS By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan This week in the news has been clouded with a few major stories that have been taking the forefront. First as good news, this past Friday the Senate and House of Representatives signed an agreement to extend the ...
South Florida Heats Up with MBFW Swim By Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photos: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Website South Beach is definitely going to be the 'hot spot' as Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2012 descends upon South Florida on July 14th running through July 18th. This is the seventh year ...
BACK ON THE FIELD - PENN RELAYS 2011 By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/BloggerPhotographer: George WhylieVideographer: Maxine Nolan Track and field fans flock to Philadelphia to Franklin Field in order to watch one of the oldest and largest track and field competitions in the United States. Over a five day period, more than 425 ...
MONTEGO BAY , Jamaica April 15, 2011 - It will be an evening of absolute nostalgia, accentuated by good music and good friends when the legendary Soul/R&B performing artistes, the incomparable Chi-Lites travel to the City of Montego Bay, for an exclusive post Mother’s Day performance on Saturday May 14. ...
Dream Castle Makes Dreams Come True By Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Are you ready to make all your dreams come true? Dream Castle Villa and Dream Castle Entertainment are captivating us in a large way! The next couple of months have exciting events in store ranging from a beauty pageant ...
THIRD WORLD LIVE IN NEW YORK CITY ON APRIL 5, 2011 New York, NY (March 22, 2011): With the launch of their 23rd album Patriots, the Reggae Ambassadors - Third World Band - will premiere the album and perform live on Tuesday, April 5, 2011. The band will be joined ...
Jr Gong Shaggy Sean Paul Beenie Man Bounty Killer Lady Saw EME ARTISTE OF THE DECADE WILL IT BE SHAGGY, BEENIE MAN, JR. GONG, WAYNE WONDER, SEAN PAUL, LADY SAW OR BOUNTY KILLER? Kingston, JA: FOURTEEN of the most sought after reggae acts of the past decade, including current frontrunners Shaggy, Sean Paul, Damian Marley, Beenieman, Marcia Griffiths, ...
TOOTS AND THE MAYTAL’S, BERES HAMMOND AND MAVADO FOR PEPSI REBEL SALUTE 2011 PORT KAISER JAMAICA – Flames Production ongoing partnership with Pepsi has inspired a twist to the 2011 staging of the Pepsi Rebel Salute. It brings with it the eyes, ears and sips of a new generation towards the ...
BUJU BANTON LIVE BEFORE THE DAWN CONCERT Sunday, January 16 Buju Banton & Friends PERFORMING LIVE Martin Luther King Weekend Sunday, January 16, 2011 Buju Banton Performing Live w. Friends Stephen Marley Wayne Wonder Gramps Morgan Shaggy Sly N Robbie Freddie McGregor DJ Khaled & Many More Doors Open @ 4pm Showtime ...
The O'Jays and Friends: R&B Legends Headline Concert in Brooklyn The O'JAYS & FRIEND live in Concert “SOUL LEGENDS CONCERT SERIES” A PRE – THANKSGIVING SHOWCASE FEATRURING THE O’JAYS Soul Rican, Jammins and Tavon Entertainment presents a pre – thanksgiving Soul Legends Concert showcase featuring the legendary R&B Soul ...
July 7, 2010 THE SHOWS WILL GO ON! BROOKLYN’S SEASIDE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AND MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CONCERT SERIES SET TO ONCE AGAIN THRILL MUSIC FANS! New York’s largest free outdoor music series will feature Aretha Franklin, George Clinton, John Legend, the B-52s, Toni Braxton, Sean Paul, Salt-N-Pepa, Beach Boys Beginning July 12 ...
To watch video of Jimmy Cliff's interview, just click on Pic on left. The king of Jamaican reggae plays alongside roots newcomers from South Carolina and Burkina Faso. Jimmy Cliff is the world’s the best-known living Jamaican reggae musician and songwriter. He is generally credited for helping popularize the genre internationally with his ...
Jamaica’s premier summer music event Reggae Sumfest, is again living up to its reputation of delivering only the finest acts, by bringing one of the music industry’s most celebrated pop stars, Usher, to this year’s 18th staging. The International R&B star has been confirmed as a performer to take the stage ...
For Immediate Release USAIN BOLT WITHDRAWS FROM ADIDAS GRAND PRIX Boltâs management team cites recent injury NEW YORK (May 31, 2010) â Double Olympic and World champion Usain Bolt has withdrawn from the adidas Grand Prix due to injury, organizers announced Monday. Â Organizers were notified on Monday afternoon by Boltâs management team that Bolt ...
Miss Sixty Rocking The Tent at IMG/Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2009 Collections at Bryant Park NY Febrauary 15, 2009. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week FALL 2010 COLLECTIONS is set for FEBRUARY 11-18 an IMG event. For more info visit: www.mbfashionweek.com/newyork/ or click IMG/Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on Links
JAMMINS ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS LEGENDS WEEKEND , REGGAE LEGENDS NOVEMBER 27TH FEATURING THIRD WORLD, GREGORY ISAACS, INNER CIRCLE, MARCIA GRIFFITHS and SOUL LEGENDS NOVEMBER 28TH FEATURING TEMPTATION REVIEW with DENNIS EDWARDS, THE ORIGINAL MANHATTANS with GERALD ALSTON & BLUE LOVETT and ROSE ROYCE at BAM, BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC, 30 LAFAYETTE ...