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.