Author: Fitsonme

Hello All,

New York Fashion Week has been interesting. This season, I wasn’t able to get into a lot of the shows. I spent weeks sending out pitch letters to ending up not getting into any of the shows. Which was so frustrating as I put a lot time and effort. Regardless, I still made the best of it. I went to a few shows Flying solo, KGL, and Dell Scott.

Fashion week was not as packed as it usually is from past seasons. It seemed because the designers are charging a fee to get into their fashion shows. It seems a lot of attendees are boycotting fashion week all together. It is frustrating as I have built a brand and I can’t even get one invite to a show. Guess what I still look fashionable and ready for a fashion show. I wore a H&M blazer, mesh top, bathing suit top paired with cream pants from Amazon and green heels from jwpei. So comfy and cute!

They say fashion is about individualism, but I’m starting to feel they want a certain look within their shows. I feel I don’t have the look that they want. Should I just leave fashion week because I don’t fit the mold.

We will see next season.

Fashion Love,

Akinyi

Day 3 of NYFW, my last two days I had a few more shows. I was able reconnect with other fashion-minded individuals. I took some street-style shots outside of Spring Studios. The attendees were dressed to the top notch and were bringing it this season. I like being in this scene seeing how individuals put their outfits together.

Day 4 of NYFW

My last day went to Indonesia Now Fashion Show. There collection was collaborative of designers’ focusing on modest wear. Seven up and coming modest designers took to the runway at Springs Studios. The collection displayed what Indonesia Fashion is all about. The pieces were elegant, breathtaking, and on the rise. You can find innovative and trendy pieces that are part of their heritage.

This what I wore to the Indoesnia now fashion show. Keeping my look like street-style with cameo touches within my look.

Fashion Love,

Akinyi

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 I was able to attend the Son Jung Wan that showcased their line New York Fashion Week Fall Winter collection. The Runway show was selection arraying of looks with textures, patterns, and fresh aesthetics.

The collection consisted of fun and edgy pieces. You’ll see glittery & satin blouses, gold jackets, metallic, faux fur details, jackets, flowy skirts and side slits, and sophisticated evening gowns.

The line is undeniably full of elegant pieces that you can mix and match. It emphasizes looks that you can incorporate within the everyday women and men’s wardrobe.

I continue to get excited about the Son Jung Wans clothing line. I can’t wait for next show in September 2023.

Hello All,

I’m here again giving you the latest on fashion week. You know I love New York Fashion Week. This February was no exception not as cold like most past February’s. The weather was giving us Spring vibes. I had to switch up my looks on the warmer days. Luckily, I brought light jackets and spring clothing.

This year I was more organized and I knew what I wanted to wear. I brought fashionable street-style looks that would catch the eye of streetstyle photographers.

I tend to wear comfortable shoes as you will be standing in long lines. You don’t want your feet to be hurting you. I found these cool flat boots from ego shoes. They are still stylish and super comfy.

Day 3 of NYFW

I went to the Son Jung Wan show. Before the show, I went to take street-style looks.

I got chance to be featured in Ebony magazine my look was the best street-style for NYFW fall 2023. I always dress for fashion week accordingly and still looking fashionable.

Photos from the Son Jung Wan show. I never get tired of this collection: it’s sophisticated styles are new fresh and edgy. There is many styles for men and women that you can incorporate within your wardrobe.

See you next time!

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During Paris Fashion Week, I went to the Barbara Bui presentation each piece gives the women that silhouette thats effortless & chic.

The collection is a dresser ready-to-wear that has a range of pieces for a women’s fashion needs. You will find different textures and textiles; statement tailored jackets, buttoned-up tops, and slacks constructed to day-to-night looks. Cozy casual wear that could be styled up or down. Retro bell bottoms that could be paired with any top to give you that sleekness look.

This what I wore at the presentation. I got this blazer, cream buttoned up, and jeans all from H&M. I like that the look has a pop of color. It is fun neutral retro look. My sister and I found these pink pieces in H&M and decided to match together. Who doesn’t love pink!

Fashion Love,

Akinyi

Hello All,

Day 1 of Paris Fashion Week, I was invited to the HFKG presentation. In Paris, it was my first time attending this presentation. I enjoyed that you could be up close and personal to all designers showcasing their collection. The event was intimate small gathering, but you could interview each designer in their selected stations.

HFKG a Fashion Farm Foundation (FFF) is an international fashion project since 2013. It is collective young professionals in Hong Kong that are on the rise within fashion industry. They had a series of presentations showing at Paris Fashion Week. Which showcased talented local fashion designers. The HKFG was listed as one of the designers showcasing at Paris Fashion Week. They all bring a Asian inspired collection.

This what I wore. I found this ruched dress similar from pretty little things. Shoes are from Sam Edelman and jacket from boohoo. I wanted a romantic and perfect for the evening.

Fashion Love,

Akinyi

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Before my show, I had a photo shoot with my photographer Johnathan Paul. My fashion friends were able to join me Bessem Ebott and Blandine Mua. Such a fun shoot that was colorful and we tried color coordinate to make our looks stand out!

After the photo shoot we had a fashion show New Leaper. New Leaper a US and China based company that focuses on product development, merchandising, and public relations. The Spring/Summer 2023 show consisted of designers such as Saint Fleur, SISIO, r.le., and WOOD HOUSE. Each collection had Chinese influence that was truly authentic.

My second Fashion show I attended was Son Jung Wan a Korean Designer that has been showing at New York Fashion for several years now. Her fashion show was Sophisticated and breathtaking collection. This runway show was inspired by a 70’s vibe with neon, pinks,  red & black stripes, feathers, and mini skirts. Some of the pieces were an ultimate party collection for either men and women.

WHAT I WORE: 

Jacket, Top & Pants: H&M

Shoes & Purse: JW PEI

Hat: Fitsonme

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Day 3 NYFW. I was able to relax and venture from the show. I was able to go to Williamsburg, NY. A more hip crowd for shopping at edgy vintage stores, you want to have a drink, or chill for an afternoon. Williamsburg is the place for some fun times.

This year was a bit different, I didn’t get into as many shows as I wanted to. I was a little bummed. I think that due to the covid many designers were limiting the capacity of attendees. I am hoping next season will be a little better. I attended the flying solo fashion show. Flying solo is collective brand of independent emerging designers that are upcoming in the fashion industry. The flying solo had five different shows with all different designers. During the shows, it was short collections that gave you a taste of what is to come for that particular designers. It kept you guessing what is next?!?!

The venue fell short in comparison of the collective designers. It was snowing that day for some models were carefully trying to get off the runway. As the runway was slippery and hazardous for the models that walk on the runway. I was pleasantly surprised that no models fell on the runway. As you know, the show must go on whether the weather permits snow or rain. I could say that my photos came out really cool with the snow effect. I was so cold and made sure I wore layers and thermal underneath my clothes. I refuse to be shriving at the fashion show.

Here are my photos from the fashion show:

my outfit for the show:

What I wore:

H&M: Beanie

Maniere De Voir: Jacket, Leather Pants, and Bag 

Ego Shoes: Boots 

Amazon: Sunglasses

Hello All,

Day 2 of NYFW. I had a blast. the weather was warm for the first few days. It definitely felt like spring but it went back to winter on Sunday and Monday. Back to the fashion shows, I went to the Tiffany Brown show a luxury clothing brand. Her collection was reinvented with items that were more edgy and sexier. Which you can appreciate for the more edgy women. It definitely was a signature brown collection that had all the brown hues you need in your wardrobe. On the runway, you can find chocolate brown, mustard, burnt orange, gold, rust, fur sash, and elegant gowns. Overall, the collection was simple and elegant pieces from leather, matte fabric to the perfect styling pieces. Honestly, I think I could been one of models as my outfit complimented her collection! lol

Credit: TopFash

Credit: theimpression.com

Me at the fashion show:

WHAT I WORE: 

Missguided: Jacket

Pretty Little Things: Leather Blazer and Pants

Ego: Boots 

Amazon: Hat

JW Lei: Bag 

Hello All,

Last day of NYFW, I got in a few more photos and video content. I love creating new content for my blog. New York Fashion Week was bigger than ever this year. There were about 13 emerging black designers which was a first for New York Fashion Week. The Fashions shows were all through out the city. It was stricter rules with mandatory vaccination required to attend any of show venues.

Runway shows were not about the details. Mostly about elegance and the everyday ready to wear right on the runway. You will find collections that we’re romantic, athleisure, pant suits, and elegant gowns.

I was amazed about the attendees outfits some attendees were in gowns like they are going to a Gala. Other attendees opting for comfort by wearing skirts with converse boots. I wore pieces that were dressy and still being fashionable. Every time, I will wear shoes that hurt my feet not realizing I will be walking a few blocks everywhere. Next year, I will definitely copy that lady who wore the skirt with converse boots for a more of a comfy look.

If you want to go new york fashion week get your schedule ready, and prepare looks by trying on your looks, and plan to go with a group or one friend who loves fashion. I planned and worked with one of my fashion friends to partner with to keep myself accountable in this fashion industry. Next year, I will come with the Fashion and team up with a few other fashion friends and collaborating with other fashion photographers!

See you next year NYFW!

Photos by Denton Taylor and Mauricio Jorquera 

WHAT I WORE:

Dress: Shein

Jacket: H&M

Shoes: Shein

Bag: Amazon