SNEAK PEEK: JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018 RUNWAY

JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018

Photos by Tomas Espinoza

JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018

JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018

JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018

JEFFREY FASHION CARES 2018

My eyes were blinded by the shimmer and sparkle of head-to-toe sequins shining bright in all their brilliance as the model walked the walk for Jeffrey Kalinsky. I entered into the fittings as a runway look by designer [Michael] Halpern was being styled for the show. Jeffrey and JFC Co-chair Lila Hertz were focused, possibly mesmerized, by the model who wore a green, blue and purple sequin jumpsuit with matching knee-high sequin boot - a Halpern/Louboutin collab. The glamazons continued to march out of the Jeffrey Atlanta dressing room in showstoppers by Balenciaga, Givenchy, Dries Van Noten and Saint Laurent. If this preview was any indication of what's to come Monday, August 27 to the Jeffrey Fashion Cares runway, then hold on because JFC is planning to blow you away with a fashion tornado of the latest and hottest Fall looks of the season!

The  26th anniversary of Jeffrey Fashion Cares will benefit Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta, the Atlanta AIDS Fund (AAF), and the Medical University of South Carolina.  Last year’s sold-out event raised nearly $860,000 for the organizations, and in its history, Fashion Cares has grown into one of the largest combined AIDS and breast cancer benefits in the country.  For the 2018 philanthropic affair, guests are invited to mix, mingle and enjoy an unforgettably stylish evening in a completely transformed and private environment in the Monarch Court at the recently renovated Phipps Plaza.

For more information and tickets, visit  jeffreyfashioncares.com.    

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80's GLAM at Saint Laurent Fall 2016

The 80's ruled the runway at Saint Laurent. The collection was elegant and chic, I would expect no less from Saint Laurent. Some say it was a nod to Yves Saint Laurent, the man. I see it. But I also see other 80's references like an army of Robert Palmer women. The loudest reference I see, especially with the exaggerated ruffled looks and short-short skirts that border on tacky, come from one of the biggest TV dramas in the 80's. Remember Sammy Jo Dean Carrington? Cattiness aside, it is rumored that Hedi Slimane is leaving YSL as its creative director. Could this collection serve as clue? Vogue Runway suggested Slimane might assume the YSL couture helm. I guess we'll just have to brace ourselves with those larger-than-life shoulder pads and wait.

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Saint Laurent Fall 2016 Menswear Womenswear

Step aside NYFW, Saint Laurent is showing in Los Angeles. Hedi Slimane presented his men and womenswear collection at the famed Palladium in LA. 70s & 80s glam-rock, disco, Michael Jackson, David Bowie, a little Courtney Love, vampires, AHS Hotel, coke and herion is what I get from this show. Slime gave us beautiful furs - for him too- rich velvets, glitzy lames, lots of pattern and rock & roll styling and of course, Saint Laurent's signature tux. Hamish Bowles recapped the collection and the celebrity scene best, here.

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Givenchy, Haider Ackerman, Thom Browne: JEFFREY MEN

A couple days ago I "popped" over to the Jeffrey Atlanta Men's Pop Up Shop and walked away with everything... well, in my dreams! Jeffrey, Don Purcell and team did an excellent job of curating a menswear collection that is fitting to the stylish, fashion-forward Atlanta man. There is something for every guy, taste and budget - from Acne Studio sweaters to Givenchy wool coat with leather sleeves. The pop up shop ends on  Sunday, Oct. 11 but I strongly suggest you get there sooner or there may be nothing left. (Not that I was eavesdropping) but I may have "overheard" conversation about something big tomorrow night, Wednesday. Celebrities?? Maybe... may be worth popping over then!

If Jeffrey does well with menswear in Atlanta, and from the looks of it, he is, carrying mens labels may become a regular thing. BTW, you need to check out the Saint Laurent motorcycle jacket! It's difficult to choose a favorite Pop Up piece, but that jacket (look for it in the photos below) is badass!

Haider Ackerman

These Neil Barrett neoprene are everything! Dress them up or down...

This is the Givenchy wool coat with the leather sleeves. You'll turn heads with this one. 

Wallets wallets wallets!!!

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VIDEO: Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2015

"We try to bring Paris, Milan, New York..." Jeffrey Kalinsky.

The only thing more epic than celebrating 25 amazing years of Jeffrey Atlanta at Phipps Plaza was the incredible runway fashion at the 23rd Annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares on Monday August 31st. "We try to bring Paris, Milan, New York..." [to Atlanta] said Jeffrey Kalinsky and from the caliber of labels and looks I'd say he did just that! Jeffrey carefully curates the collection to achieve a perfect balance of classic, chic, modern and edgier looks for the runway. There are always plenty of show-stoppers as you'll see in the video.

Relive the fashion and hear what Jeffrey has to say in my video coverage from Monday night's event.

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Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2015 - TICKETS ALMOST SOLD OUT!

This photo, by Ben Rose, pretty much sums it up. Jeffrey Kalinsky, focused and committed, in a moment of silence, Jeffrey watches his models during one final run through before showtime. What is going through his mind, only he can answer that question, but the outcome is nothing short of perfection.

The 23rd annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares Atlanta is a little over a week away and 2015 co-chairs, Lila Hertz, Jeffrey McQuithy and Louise Sams, have revealed the latest round of exciting details including a glimpse at this year’s silent and live auction, the after-party location and more. The 2015 affair on Monday, August 31, 2015 will also toast the 25th anniversary of Jeffrey Atlanta | New York in Phipps Plaza, where the event will be held in honor of this exciting milestone for acclaimed retailer Jeffrey Kalinsky. 

Below is a glimpse of some of the remarkable auction items just waiting for your bid!

VOGUE Fantasy Trip

Valentino Rockstud Tote

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Watch

Alexander McQueen De Manta Clutch

Aurelie Bidermann Necklace

Chanel Large Flat Pouch Black

Tom Ford

Shiny Black Acetate Sunglasses with Gradient Blues Lenses

You and 4 guests are invited for Breakfast at Tiffany in the jeweler's famous Fifth Avenue store.  Following this gracious start to the day, you will tour Tiffany's jewelry workshop, where master designers hand craft the world's most exquisite diamond and gemstone jewels.  It's a unique experience, designed with the allure of glamour that inspired Holly Golightly to famously say of Tiffany & Co., "Nothing bad can ever happen here."  Breakfast to be scheduled prior to November 26, 2015 and blackout dates include Mother's Day Weekend.

After taking in the live auction and runway show featuring Kalinsky’s style selections from high-end designers such as Balenciaga, Manolo Blahnik, Celine, Christian Dior, Givenchy, Lanvin, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent Paris, Valentino and Dries van Noten guests are invited to continue the celebration at the official after-party at Yebo Restaurant & Bar, conveniently located in Phipps Plaza.  An upscale dining and imbibing destination, partygoers can enjoy creative South African small plates, cocktails South African wines and more.

$500 Reserved Seating / Subject to Availability at www.jeffreyfashioncares.com

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Saint Laurent Dance

Saint Laurent Dance Pt. 1

He's already a photographer so why not try out video too? That's exactly what

Hedi Slimane

did to introduce the

Saint Laurent

"Ballerina" shoe. Model Gracie Van Gastel shows off her dance and hula-hoop skills in the short film with music by Clementine Creevy of Cherry Glazerr. Oh, and there is a Dance Part 2, btw...

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