Nardos Spring Summer 2025 Runway Fashion Show

Fashion designer Nardos Imam poses with models at restaurant DANIEL, after her Spring Summer 2025 runway fashion show on September 9, 2024 during New York Fashion Week. Photo: © Shawn Punch

 

September 9, 2024 fashion designer Nardos Imam presents her from the NARDOS Spring Summer 2025 "Garden Symphony" collection fashion show at restaurant DANIEL on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, during New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2025. The Eritrean born and raised master designer unveiled a stunning set of 54 outfits to a posh audience which included among others, the actress Nicole Ari Parker, creator of New York Fashion Week - Fern Mallis, and the cast of Real Housewives of Dallas, where Ms. Imam also has a store.

Looks from the Nardos Spring Summer 2025 runway fashion show on September 9, 2024
during New York Fashion Week. Photo: © Shawn Punch

Looks from the Nardos Spring Summer 2025 runway fashion show on September 9, 2024 
during New York Fashion Week. Photo: © Shawn Punch

The Main Dining Room of the restaurant was transformed into a pink garden where trees were installed and hundreds of pink flowers hung from the ceiling and wrapped around the custom Bernadaud chandeliers. The show producers made smart use of the shallow rectangular, wide space as the venue was not designed for a long narrow runway. Models entered through a floral arch towards the center of the room, turned a sharp left getting close to the audience before turning to the right side of the room and making an exit through a separate door. The choreography was near flawless.

Left actress Nicole Ari Park, (front center) Katherine Gage Boulod, (right) Fern Mallis attend the Nardos Spring Summer 2025 runway fashion show on September 9, 2024 during New York Fashion Week. Photo: © Shawn Punch

One of the exceptional looks was a red corset bodice A-line dress with floral appliqué accents. It’s sexy, intricately designed and bold. Another lovely silhouette is the blush strapless gown with layers of embroidered Italian floral lace paired with ruffle shawl. The transparent shawl provides a touch of modesty. The pale green tulle maxi dress with spring flowers, sheer green shoulder shrug is a mix of eye-catching sensual dress, while covering the arms at the same time.

Pink flowers & Bernadaud chandelier in The Main Dining Room at restaurant DANIEL during the Nardos Spring Summer 2025 runway fashion show Photo: © Shawn Punch

Zang Toi Fall Winter 2024

Model walks runway in a scarlet handloomed cashmere/silk turtleneck
hand-sprinkled w/sequin & crystal with scarlet tulle ballskirt w/attached
silk gazar mini skirt encrusted w/silk flowers, from the Zang Toi Fall Winter
2024 collection, at 1010 Park Avenue on February 13, 2024 during
 New York Fashion Week.

On Tuesday February 12th, couture fashion designer Zang Toi presented his Zang Toi Fall Winter 2024 collection during New York Fashion Week. The runway show was held at the Park Avenue Christian Church located at 1010 Park Avenue. The collection paid tribute to Mr. Toi's late brother Toi See Luon. Mr. Toi was inspired inspired by Parisienne Chic Couture with a touch of rebellion seen in the Saint Germain neighborhood of Paris.

Saint Germain des Prés is a neighborhood in Paris located "Left of the River (Seine)" or as the French say Rive Gauche. The area is part of the 6th arrondissement, which is just south of the Louvre Museum. It has a bohemian vibe and one of it famous cafe's is Les Deux Magots. By design, the backdrop to this fashion show was a black and white photo of an empty table with two chairs, two tea cups, one muffin, a bouquet of flowers and the Eiffel Tower in the background.

The main colors of the collection were red, black, grey and some pops of shocking pink. A scarlet cashmere/silk turtleneck jumpshorts, with a sequin & crystal tulle ballskirt stole the show. The long sleeve top covered the upper body fully providing a conservative touch; while its form fitted cut created a seductive silhouette. The flowers on the skirt added a fairytale-princess like cuteness. 

In keeping with the spirit of stately chic, a charcoal English wool tweed cape made its stealthy yet powerful way down the catwalk. Not too many women can wear a cape and look cool, however Mr. Toi paired it with a black turtleneck jump short that gives it range and wearability  for all age ranges of women. Confidence and separation from the common was the message transmitted as the modeled gleamed down the darkened runway. Zang Toi created another elegant, couture collection. 

The Barbara Tfank Fall Winter 2019 Collection

By Marie-Cecile De Jager

Marianna poses in a cream brocade high low bridal gown with Monvieve veil, from the Barbara Tfank Fall Winter 2019 collection on
February 13, 2019 at The Elizabeth Collective during New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

On February 13^th 2019 established fashion designer Barbara Tfank presented her Barbara Tfank Fall Winter 2019 collection at The Elizabeth Collective on West 56^th street,  Manhattan. The Elizabeth Collective, a former residence of legendary actress and style icon Elizabeth Taylor,  exudes an atmosphere of nostalgia and romance. The perfect décor for showcasing Barbara Tfank latest collection and also her debut in bridal wear.

Barbara Tfank’s designs are in favor by many. Former First Lady Michelle Obama, actress Uma Thurman and singer Adele; all were seen wearing her flawless creations.The invited guests were understandably eagerly awaiting Tfank’s latest designs. Lovely models gracefully descended the winding staircase wearing elegant outfits in blue, cream, silver, bronze and olive green color tones. Brocade, satin, tulle, voile, flower patterns; it was all subtile and distinguished. And the guests were in admiration.

In between the presentations Soprano Sydney Anderson performances contributed to the serene scenery. Highlight of the collection were gorgeous bridal gowns worn along with exquisite, handmade Monvieve Veils. A fairy-like finale! 

Marianna poses in a cream brocade high low bridal gown with Monvieve veil, from
the Barbara Tfank Fall Winter 2019 collection on February 13, 2019 at The Elizabeth
Collective during New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Marie-Cecil De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Soprano singer Sydney Anderson poses in an outfit from the Barbara Tfank
Fall Winter 2019 collection on February 13, 2019 at The Elizabeth Collective
during New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

TK poses in a black satin slim dress with diamonte tulle sleeve, from the Barbara Tfank
 Fall Winter 2019 collection on February 13, 2019 at The Elizabeth Collective
during New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Left Caroline poses in a gold embossed tulle full skirted gown with bordeaux sash
with Monvieve veil; and Carla poses in a cream gold panel back bridal gown with
Monvieve veil, from the Barbara Tfank Fall Winter 2019 collection on February 13, 2019
 at The Elizabeth Collective during New York Fashion Week.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

The Society Fashion Week New York Fall Winter 2019

By Marie-Cecile De Jager

Model walks runway in an outfit from the House of Stans Spring Summer 2019 collection
 by Subi and Nishant, for The Society Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019 at Union West on
 February 9, 2019; during New York Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019.
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Michael Lombard Fall Winter 2019 collection for
 The Society Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019 at Union West on February 9, 2019; during
 New York Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

On Saturday February 9th at The Society Fashion Week, held during Fashion Week New York Fall Winter 2019, designers Michael Lombard, George + Ginger, House of Stans, ShaLaJá Swimwear, Krissy King and Pissy Pussy showcased their latest collections. Models were rocking the runway at a cool industrial looking venue at Union West, in Manhattan. 

Michael Lombard was kicking of the show and presented an amazing and unique collection. The audience was thrilled. Leather outfits in colors as green, black and silver embellished with spikes and zippers. Cool masks and unique headwear completed his futuristic looking and sexy outfits.

House of Stans presented lovely dresses and one piece outfits. Designs in soft color tones and with beautiful embroidery elements. An elegant collection.

Krissy King collection was cheerful. Young models walked the runway wearing cute gowns and designs with flowers, dots and stripes.

ShaLaJá Swimwear showcased a very nice swimwear collection. Exclusive designs that will turn heads. A black & white bathing suit was one of the eye catchers. Get ready, summer is coming!

Model walks runway in an outfit from the George + Ginger Fall Winter 2019 collection
 for The Society Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019 at Union West on February 9, 2019;
 during New York Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019.
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in a swimsuit from the ShaLajá collection by Shaquoya Jackson, for
 The Society Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019 at Union West on February 9, 2019; during
New York Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Fashion designer Michael Lombard poses with models after his, Michael Lombard Fall Winter 2019
 collection for The Society Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019 at Union West on February 9, 2019;
 during New York Fashion Week Fall Winter 2019.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Select Looks From The Society Fashion Week Spring 2019

By Marie-Cecile De Jager

Model walks runway in an outfit from the YikStyles collection by Sharon Yik,  for The Society Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel
 in New York City, during New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2019. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Sunday September 9th it was showtime again at the iconic Roosevelt Hotel, located at 45 East 45th Street, in the heart of midtown Manhattan near landmarks such as The Empire State Building, 5th Avenue and Broadway. Multiple up-and-coming, independent and established designers showcased their Spring 2019 collections for the final day of The Society Fashion Week. The full event took place from September 6th to 9th, and it coincided with the broader New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2019. 

This venue with great ‘grandeur’ and beautiful interiors makes you feel like being right on the set of a classic ‘jazz age’ movie. In the packed Grand Ballroom (with a 27 foot high ceiling, ornaments and candles) the flocking audience eagerly awaited the many designers showcasing their collections. The photographers in the press pit were more than ready to capture it all. Quite a scenery at this boutique spot! Bravo to all designers and models. Herewith highlighting some of them.

Elisabeth Cordelia presented her lovely classic children’s wear. Soft tone colors and lots of lace fabrics. Eye catcher was the blue & silver gown. Every girl would feel a true princess wearing it! Yikstyles presented a collection that can be described as feminine urban chic. One of the highlights was the full length summer dress with black & white flower print. Look at the batwing sleeves, slay it!

Model walks in an outfits from the Camellia Couture collection, at The Society
 Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel in New York City,
during New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2019.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks in an outfits from the Camellia Couture collection, at The Society
Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel in New York City,
 during New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2019.
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Camellia Couture presented a collection with lots of soft tone colors, bows and floral prints. Very beautiful was the pink gown in satin with laces and open back. Destiny Howard showcased contemporary stylish designs. Feeling ‘summer vibes’ with the classy yet simple open shoulder white tunic dress. A collection with the message to embrace yourself! De Lauriane collection; colorful and wearable children’s clothing. Lots of nice and quirky outfits like the black & blue dress. Mixed and matched fabrics and prints; own your style!

Original Crackage presented a cool collection with lines, stripes, contrasting colors and floral prints. Urban trendsetting clothing. George+Ginger presented her everyday-wear collection. Flattering classy designs, smooth fabrics and layered (lace) pieces. The yellow floral dress was one of the many pretty outfits. 

Model walks in an outfits from the Destiny Howard collection, at The Society
 Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel, during
New York Fashion Week Spring Summer 2019. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography 

Model walks in an outfits from the De Lauraine Designs collection, at The Society
Fashion Week on September 9, 2018, during New York Fashion Week Spring
 Summer 2019. Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks in an outfits from the George and Ginger Patterns collection, at
The Society Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel,
during NYFW Spring Summer 2019. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks in an outfits from the Original Crackage collection Wes Woods, at
 The Society Fashion Week on September 9, 2018 at The Roosevelt Hotel,
   Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Noon By Noor Spring Summer 2019

By Marie Cecile De Jager

Model walks runway in a black dress from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Marie Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

On September 6th established designers Noor Rashid Al Khalifa & Haya Mohamed Al Khalifa presented their collection ‘Noon By Noor’  Spring Summer collection 2019 during New York Fashion Week Women’s.  The runway show took place at Spring Studios, located in Manhattan. The light and serene décor, a palm leaf shadow at the wall in the back was all what was needed to showcase this feminine, natural, ready to wear collection. Less is more! 

Inspired by the beauty of Bahrain, the home country of the designers, models graciously walked the runway wearing dresses, skirts, tunics  and trousers mostly in soft tone colors as pink, sand and blue alternated with floral, black and white designs. Fabrics as linen, cotton and silk were used to create this fashionable "something for every day" collection.  The blue & white stripes outfits, the sand color skirts and trousers, the white dresses  are all examples of the elegance and simplicity this collection represents.

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Marie Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Basic and stylish ‘must haves’ for classic & confident women.  The last look, a beautiful black strapless organza gown was the absolute eye-catcher of this collection. Surprising, almost theatrical. Craftsmanship, bravo to this designers duo!

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Noon by Noor Spring Summer
2019 collection, on September 5, 2018; during New York Fashion Week
Photo: Marie-Cecile De Jager/Shawn Punch Photography

Luxury and escape during New York Fashion Week Men's Spring Summer 2018

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Nick Graham Spring Summer 2018 Atlantis
collection, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 11, 2017; during New York Fashion Week:
 Men's Spring Summer 2018. (Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Nick Graham Spring Summer 2018 Atlantis
collection, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 11, 2017; during New York Fashion Week:
 Men's Spring Summer 2018. (Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Muscle, hustle, and escape were three themes that played out during New York Fashion Week: Men's Spring Summer 2018. It was a celebration of flesh to go along with a sense of travel, luxury, and ease. Some examples were the Nick Graham "Atlantis" collection, Parke & Ronen, and the General Idea fashion show. Each label had a menswear runway show that was held at Skylight Clarkson Square, located at 550 Washington Street in mid-July.

Was the city of Atlantis real or just a myth? That question was asked along with the importance of climate change in a video before the Nick Graham Spring Summer 2018 men's fashion show. The collection has 28 looks ranging from deep blue to red. Ropes serve as belts, with life sized lobster, crab and sea horse pins echoing the aquatic message. The clothes are great resort-wear and look perfect for a cruise. The breezy shirts and light suits scream fun and leave the idea of work one million miles away.

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Parke & Ronen Spring 2018 collection
 by Parke Lutter and Ronen Jehezkel, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 12, 2017;
 during New York Fashion Week: Men's Spring Summer 2018.
(Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Model walks runway in an outfit from the Parke & Ronen Spring 2018 collection
 by Parke Lutter and Ronen Jehezkel, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 12, 2017;
 during New York Fashion Week: Men's Spring Summer 2018.
(Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Fashion designers Parke Lutter and Ronen Jehezkel presented 50 outfits for their Parke & Ronen fashion show. The "collection draws inspiration from the lyrics of John Denver's song Rocky Mountain High, with an emphasis on the lyrics "serenity of a clear blue mountain lake". Further "...the Earth, nature and unique beauty of Rocky Mountain summer's led us to a create a collection inspired by the idea of Americana as seen through rose colored lenses."

Models walk runway in outfits from the General Idea Spring Summer 2018 collection
by Bumuk Choi, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 13, 2017; during New York Fashion Week:
 Men's Spring Summer 2018. (Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Model walks runway in an outfit from the General Idea Spring Summer 2018 collection
by Bumuk Choi, at Skylight Clarkson Square on July 13, 2017; during New York Fashion Week:
 Men's Spring Summer 2018. (Photo: Shawn Punch Photography)

Creative director Bumsuk Choi also appears to pay homage to the earth's natural elements with his latest General Idea collection. Fire could be represented with his use of reds, water with blues, grass with greens, land with camel, and the sun with yellows. This 33 look set of men's fashion, like Nick Graham's was sprinkled with a handful a womenswear pieces. Some models walked the runway rolling or holding matching suitcases, which made to feel of travel all the more clear.

The FIT Future of Fashion 2017

Model walks runway in an outfit by Jin Young Kim, during the Future of Fashion
2017 runway show at the Fashion Institute of Technology on May 8, 2017.
Photo: © Shawn Punch 2017

On Monday May 8th, the Fashion Institute of Technology also known as FIT, held Future of Fashion 2017 graduates' collection fashion show at the Feldman Center located on their campus in New York City. The school is on West 27 street and Fashion (Seventh) Avenue. The runway show presented a total of 79 outfits from 67 students ranging from sportswear, special occasion, children's wear, knitwear and intimate apparel. The venue was packed with press and many accomplished members of the fashion industry absorbing the youthful, excited energy.

High fashion designer Dennis Basso, Ralph Lauren CEO Stefan Larsson, New York Fashion Week founder Fern Mallis and Neiman Marcus Fashion Director Ken Downing were just some of the many heavy hitters that came out to support the graduating class. Students were mentored in their design process by FIT faculty and professional designers such as Sophia Theallet, Karen Sabag and Flora Gill. The clothes were modern, elegant, sexy and mature. They could sell easily in any department store.

Model walks runway in an outfit by Carolina Sanz, during the Future of Fashion 2017
 runway show at the Fashion Institute of Technology on May 8, 2017.
Photo: © Shawn Punch 2017

Model walks runway in an outfit by Jongah Lee, during the Future of Fashion 2017
 runway show at the Fashion Institute of Technology on May 8, 2017.
Photo: © Shawn Punch 2017

Judges such as Ken Downing, Vogue Runway Director Nicole Phelps, and stylist Kemal Harris voted for designs they thought stood out. The Critic Winners for 2017 are: children's wear - Jongah Nicole Lee;  intimate apparel - Jin Young Kim; knitwear - Yekaterina Burmatnova & Aleksandra Gosiewski; special occasion - Carolina Sanz; sportswear - Bria Hendrickson, Jinwoo Hong, Samantha Kirshner, Taylor Ormond and Selen Sahin. The event was partially sponsored by Calvin Klein Inc., together with the Calvin Klein Family Foundation. Please click on link to view all looks from the FIT Future of Fashion 2017 runway show.

Designer Dennis Basso and FIT President Dr. Joyce F. Brown arrive at the
Future of Fashion 2017 runway show at the Fashion Institute of Technology on
May 8, 2017. Photo: © Shawn Punch 2017

Ralph Lauren CEO Stefan Larsson arrives at the Future of Fashion 2017 runway show
at the Fashion Institute of Technology on May 8, 2017.
Photo: © Shawn Punch 2017

Graduating students left to right, Jinwoo Hong, Carolina Sanz, Jin Young Kim, Yekaterina Burmatnova, Aleksandra Gosiewski, Taylor Ormond, Bria Hendrickson, Selen Sahin, Jongah Lee and Samantha Kirshner pose with their Critic awards during the Future of Fashion 2017 runway show at the Fashion Institute of Technology on May 8, 2017.

The 2017 Pratt Fashion Show

Model walks runway in an outfit by Ray Liu, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show on
May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

On Thursday May 4, the 2017 Pratt fashion show took place in Spring Studios in New York City. It was Pratt Institute's 118th annual graduating design student fashion show. Fashion designers Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia, who run the fashion brand Monse and are co-creative directors for Oscar De La Renta, received the Pratt Institute 2017 Fashion Visionary Award. They were presented the award by their close friend and stylist Kate Young.

The runway show was comprised of 139 menswear and womenwears pieces from fourteen graduating fashion students. Two students walked away with awards. Lyudmila (Mila) Sullivan was selected to present her work at Graduate Fashion Week London where she will compete with peer institutions in Europe. Jessie Sodetz was selected to show her collection at the Ralph Pucci Showroom during New York Fashion week this September.

Model walks runway in an outfit by Seokwoon Yoon, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show on
 May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit by Sara Teator, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show on
 May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit by Anwar Roberts, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show on
 May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit by Jessie Sodetz, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show on
 May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Model walks runway in an outfit by Lyudmila Sullivan, for the 2017 Pratt fashion show
on May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia receive the 2017 Fashion Visionary Award,
during the 2017 Pratt fashion show on May 4, 2017 at Spring Studios in New York City. Photo: Shawn Punch Photography

Lots of colors and fabrics, best describe the overall look of the show. For example, designers Seokwoon Yoon and Ray Liu; models walked in clothes that resembled soft, protective armor. While Sara Teator used soft pastel colors, and Alex Mangus employed darker earth tones. Both incorporated very shiny material. Anwar Roberts created a very sexy dress that flowed with rich red, purple and orange silk strips. Jessica Li made casual lounge wear look very stylish and appealing. The students were taught under the leadership of Fashion, Chair Jennifer Minniti. Click on link to all of the looks from the 2017 Pratt Fashion Show.