Seth Wellington Spring 2010.

Seth Wellington, a casual sophisticated menswear line, had an uber sexy preview of its spring 2010 collection presented by the Dolce Group at their newest location -- Wonderland!

Ray J attends Seth Wellington Menswear Preview Launch Party

Jay Canady on the red carpet at the Seth Wellington Menswear Preview Launch Party

Seth Wellington and models wearing Seth Wellington Menswear

Jackie Christie Unveils Spring/Summer 2010 Collection to Standing O at FASHION MINGA.

Jackie Christie returns to her high fashion roots with the debut of her spring/summer 2010 collection, bringing the audience to a standing ovation during Los Angeles Fashion Week at Fashion Minga.

Included in her collection are soft, flowing gowns, perfectly tailored jackets and skirts, with a broad range of casual to classic and super sexy pieces, Jackie Christie's line won the hearts of the Los Angeles audience, fashion photographers and retail buyers alike.

Vintage Couture Celebrates Valentino: The Last Emperor presented by Elizabeth Mason, The Paper Bag Princess

The Fashion Glitterati shined as The Paper Bag Princess celebrated the classic couture of Valentino in gala benefit at MOCA.


Elizabeth Mason took center stage during LA Fashion Week with a line inspired by the movie Valentino: The Last Emperor. Mason, owner of vintage couture shop The Paperbag Princess, paid homage to the Italian fashion icon with vintage Valentino designs and models adorned with Valentino's signature red lipstick.

There were great vintage dresses and gowns--mostly in black --spanning the 1930s, 40s and 80s, featuring the creations of Christian Dior, Richard Tyler, Givenchy, Nolan Miller, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, and James Galanos. The runway show also featured some of Mason’s own designs.

Here’s a 1960s chic one shoulder black silk chiffon caftan gown with feathers

Fits like a glove: Later that evening, The Los Angeles Spirit Award For Style and Substance was awarded to Maria Bello for her philanthropic work and the support of Los Angeles designers.

FASHION ROCKS: Jerell Scott presents “Electric Circus” with Korto Momolu.

The official afterparty for LA Fashion Week was Jerell Scott: FASHION ROCKS. This was a fashion show like never experienced. Project Runway alums Jerell Scott and Korto Momolu under one roof was simply amazing.  Scott and Momolu presented their collections at Los Angeles-based style house Chic Little Devil. Scott's edgy, indigenous-inspired collection incorporated lots of black, gold and metallic embellishments. While Momolu channeled her West African heritage with bold and vibrant colors and her very own accessory designs.

Jerell Scott Collection 2009 Photo Exhibition and Fashion Installation. Spring 2010 Review with musicial performances by Macy Gray and Sy Smith.

Jerell Scott Fall 2009 Collection

Sy Smith and Macy Gray in Jerell Scott's Fall 2009 Collection

with photographer E. Leon Myers and Jerell Scott

Jerell Scott is headed for fashion rock star status, by single handedly taking over LA Fashion Week with his don’t call it a fashion show, fashion and music event. Inspired by the beauty of the world’s many indigenous cultures, Scott simultaneously presented his eclectic and cutting edge Fall 2009 along with his Hollywood glitz and glamour inspired Spring 2010 collections. The photo exhibition of the collection was photographed by E. Leon Myers.

Mike Vensel Spring 2010.

Los Angeles-based designer Mike Vensel debuted his Greek inspired ‘Wild Horses’ collection at Fashion at Broadway at the Los Angeles Theater.

ROCK & REPUBLIC and ESSIE Design Collaboration Launch.

Denim and nail polish collide, as Rock & Republic and Essie join creative forces to bring you the season’s hottest matte trend. This exclusive collaboration contains three limited-edition must-have items that feature the shine-free look of the moment from tip to toe.

Rock the fresh and chic collabo look with Rock & Republic`s All About Matte jean in Spill Black, and add the Top Matte tee in Pretend Black. All About Matte ($248), Rock & Republic`s Signature Skinny Denim Fit, emblazoned with black lacquer spill detailing, pairs with the Top Matte Tee ($48), a slim-fit black jersey v-neck with red foil pocket detail, to complete the limited-edition capsule collection.

Fashionista's Night Out:

Kami Shade Private Runway Fashion Show Featuring Kami Shade & Supastar Clothing Spring 2010.

Forth Worth + Fashion = Nicholas Clements-Lindsey

If you never thought Fort Worth and Fashion belonged in the same sentence, then you must not have heard of Nicholas Clements-Lindsey.

Nicholas Clements-Lindsey presented his Spring/Summer 2010 collection ‘Criminal’ tonight during LA Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios.

The TCU graduate (that’s Texas Christian University) discovered his talent for fashion design while studying Italian literature and voice in Perugia. Inspired by the works of Edith Head and Oscar De La Renta, Nicholas' designs are uniquely his own.

Nicholas is on the fast track for success, making major moves in this business for an emerging designer. His first show was during Dallas Fashion Week only a year ago. Now this year, he presented at LA Fashion Week. Next year, he will be in the tents at Bryant Park for New York Fashion Week. Hint to the fashion world: Don’t Mess With Texas!

LIGHTS! CAMERA! FASHION! LA Defines Fashion Week On New Terms

Those programmed to jet set off to New York, Paris, London and Milan, may not get the free thinking, experimental, and rule breaking designers who showed during LA Fashion Week. With the entertainment industry as the backdrop, LA has the largest fashion district in the country, and the means for an emerging designer to create and market a collection.

eye*like*your*style tips their hat to those designers who create with the cool kids in mind.