TIMES SQUARE
The looks at Carmen Marc Valvo’s fall 2012 fashion show were nothing short of glamourous, sleek, and chic. Held at Nasdaq, Times Square over the weekend, his collection heated up an otherwise very cold day. As he had stated before his show, his inspiration was pythons. His inspiration came alive through sleek hair, fitted pieces and dark, mysterious eye makeup. To add an extra kick of sultry, some models walked in dark oversized sunglasses, adding a flair of film noir.
Most of the collection contained a neutral pallet filled with gold, black, white, and nude. However, there were a few pieces that held a fantastic shade of lime green and the texture combinations used were impeccable. Mixing snakeskin inspired material with fur stoles, dresses with a scaly affect, and light whimsical tool mixed with thicker materials like sateen and poly-combos really brought the pieces together beautifully. All of the combinations were ultra fem as most had belts at the waistline, and were form-fitting. The few suits that landed on the runway were also a great addition as they were not as form-fitted but still maintained the look of a classy, successful woman.
It's upon us. The brutal,infamous NYC winter. We already got a little taste of it with the recent (way too early!) snow storm. While we're enjoying a streak of beautiful fall days as of late, the pleasure won't last as the frigid winter sneaks upon us. It's inevitable, so we might as well make the best of all NYC has to offer during the winter months. As it is quite beautiful in its own right. While there’s something to make each season your favorite, we can’t help but love both summer concerts and winter galas. We have to admit that the allure of getting high off of crisp air and shopping on 5th just before Christmas, is insurmountable. It might be the fact that everything glistens, and glimmers, from the diamond shine of falling snow to the crackling warmth of your portable Manhattan fireplace. So in celebration of the coziest time of the year, here or our top things to do in and around NYC this winter.
Most people are probably (and hopefully) aware that sex trafficking happens abroad. But, the US? Our cities and suburbs? Our streets?
The documentary "Sex and Money" addresses three main problems that envelop human trafficking in America. The film also offer solutions to these problems, and only with our collaboration can this awful crime be stopped.
What are the current problems?
Awareness: Most do not believe that the sexual exploitation of children occurs on American soil, and even if they do, they do not know how to spot it.
This week, the Times Square Alliance announced the details of their summer kickoff event, the 18th annual Taste of Times Square. This outdoor food and music festival will feature international cuisine from a variety of New York’s top restaurants, which will be accompanied by multiple acclaimed street-performing acts.
The Paramount Hotel has had over 80 years to build its reputation, but despite hosting the prestigious memorial luncheon for Andy Warhol in 1987 (with Yoko Ono and Liza Minelli), its best years may be yet to come. Closed for renovations in 1988 (and again in 2009 after switching ownership in 2007), Paramount has been revamped and has just been completed with the recent reopening of Paramount Bar. Times Square may be considered the "land of the tourists" (and thus, forbidden territory) by most New Yorkers, but the stunning interior of this hotel bar was designed to give locals a tasteful hideout from the masses picture-taking in the middle of the sidewalk.
Talk about a crowded restaurant with a view!
Sidewalk cafes, complete with waitstaffs, tents, and delivery may premiere in New York's bustling epicenter this summer.
The Times Square Alliance has issued two requests for food service proposals in the public plazas, currently filled with red chairs and tables. Responses are due on April 15. Up to five vendors are expected to take orders and serve food to Times Square's hungry visitors. Restaurants in Times Square may even deliver straight to your table.
Imagine: eating unlimited Olive Garden breadsticks without even leaving the Square.
What are your thoughts?
Most of us don't have the luxury of taking a week long holiday around New Year's Eve. With the Christmas holiday having just ended, our vacation time at work has been all dried up and New Year's may even seem like a luxury to some people. So for those of you who want to get the most out of your New York City New Year's Eve experience, here is our Top 10 places to see, in travel order, before you hop the plane back home and back to reality.
1. Central Park: Start your tour through the park at 72nd Street and Central Park West, heading east toward 5th Avenue. You will pass Strawberry Fields where John Lennon played and through the meadow and past The Pond. You will get picturesque views of the Midtown skyline from all angles as you cut across the park.
If you have never been to New York City before, or are unfamiliar with our eclectic neighborhoods, take some time now to get familiar with what's where and who's going to be there. New Year's Eve is a great time to take in some culture and the party spans out well beyond the confines of Times Square.
Manhattan island is split up into three major sections: Uptown, Midtown, and Downtown. Doesn't give you much to go on does it? Let this be your whirlwind tour of the three major geographic locations in NYC.
Uptown:
New Year's Eve in New York City. It's 2011. Where do you go? What do you wear? Who are the celebs that are going to be rubbing elbows with you at the open bar? Every day until New Year's Eve, we are going to give you the best of the best on where to be and how to have a night to remember to kick off the New Year. Today we continue with the letter ‘F.’
F is for Family Friendly
This New Year's Eve, many of the hottest destinations in New York City nightlife will be hosting parties opened to kids under the age of 21. Take your younger siblings or your kids out for a New Year's celebration where everyone can really have fun.
Whether you're a New Yorker or visiting from out of town, we all know that one person in every group who is embarrassing to be around on a night on the town. So, if you know who this person is already or, better yet, if you have an idea that YOU might be this person, you should take note of our Top 10 ways to avoid being the New Year's Idiot.
1. Don't be the one managing everyone else's time for them. No one likes an OCD trip planner on New Year's Eve. Roll with the flow and don't make your friends mad at you.
2. That velvet suit you bought looks horrible on you. There's no need to wear it and we don't even know why you bought it. Either take it back and get your money back or leave it at home. Your friends will leave you.
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