PHILADELPHIA FASHION WEEK

Lights, Camera, Fashion! Day two of Philadelphia Fashion Week brought in even more recognition, more people, more cameras and most importantly more fun! Today’s festivities kicked off with a show by Philadelphia University which blew the whole armory away. These students certainly gave the other universities participating in fashion week [and competing to win a showcase in Macy's department store] a run for their money.  Philadelphia University students showed glamorous dresses of both long and short lengths, fur vests & shaws, swimwear, contemporary/everday looks, and wedding wear.  There were certainly some stunning, unforgettable pieces in this show including a dress that floated in the air, held up by what seemed to be hanger wire or corset inserts, this dress was impeccably made.  It was both tasteful and risqué all at once and certainly one of my favorites.  ThePoshReview applauds Philadelphia University for their incredible work.

Dress: Julia Walner, Philadelphia U., Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

Friday, October 9, 2009

Andrea C. Philadelphia U., Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

Thomas DeJesus Philadelphia U., Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

Kelly Davis Philadelphia U., Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

All of the Dj’s kept the crowds entertained playing great music all night long, shout out to DJ Phsh who I bumped into later in the evening on his way up to the DJ booth for his set.  Nine Days showed off some sexy jeans, but heres a fact most people don’t know about the brand; In 1730 George Scott in the sloop, Little George, sailed from the Guinea Coast with a cargo of 96 captives, 35 of whom were men. Days later the captives slipped out of their shackles and chaines, and at 4:30 in the morning, attacked the ship and crew, successfully overpowering and imprisoning them in the cabins below deck. The men took control of the ship and guided it back to Sierra Leone coast in NINE DAYS. Where, after exchanging the freedom of the 96 slaves for the freedom of the captain and crew, they abandoned the ship. Those nine days were about successfully rebelling against a system intent on keeping others in a box… Nine Days brand was created to never allow people to be slaves; Slaves to stereotypes, labels, and limitations.

Nine Days, Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

The biggest and most awaited shows of the night were the last two, S.Love & Triple Five Soul.  The S.Love show had a really deep, grungy theme- all of the models wore covers on their high platform shoes, leaving mystery and covering their feet.  They all stopped in creepy, slow motioned poses which engaged the audience making them curious as to what exactly was going on.  S.Love had phenomenal dresses in subtle black and white colorings, with some hints of purples.  All of the pieces had painted black lines on them adding a very contemporary and unconventional appeal.  This line stood out from the rest because of its ultra differentiated patterns and inventive notes. 

S.Love, Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

 During the S.Love show models walked the runway to a variety of beats but one that stood out and I felt fit this line very well was Jay-Z’s: Brooklyn go hard. 

S.Love, Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

Through the night Lucky Strike slider burgers were in full effect as they were on Thursday, but tonight there was something a bit more sophisticated, a cheese and crackers table and the V.I.P hosted yummy h’ors d’oeuvres courtesy of Catering by Miles.  Tu Phace was the headlining act and performed their signature Fashion Week song, Smile for the flash.  Their performance lasted throughout the Triple 5 Soul show which many Fashion Week visitors were highly anticipating.  The show was a great success and the crowd went wild for Tu Phace; after the show ended guests were dancing on the runway stage, showing their love and support for him. 

Guests of PFW, Photo Credit: Luba Patlakh

It was a very exciting second day of PFW and Saturday is expected to bring in a major crowd.  There will be a performance by The Hustle and the winning school of the Student Design Award will be announced.