Love, Loss & What I Wore During NY Fashion Week

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Well, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Spring 2010 has faded from memory...almost. How to describe the freezing outer tent, the steamingly hot runway tents, the many fashionistas sneezing, coughing and wheezing as we all caught the flu? After it was over, your faithful correspondent took to her bed. And it means something when I take to my bed alone.

Even though my reportage was cut down in its prime, nevertheless I feel it my duty, mes amis, to share with you some belated reports. This first post is devoted to the fabulous fashion that adorned my equally fabulous body.

On Day 5, I was photographed for a Japanese newspaper in a stunning ensemble by Mad Couture, made in green with zipper trim, and a fabulous custom-made hat from Ellen Christine! Note that the photographer made certain to have me stand next to a woman of average height.

On Day 7, I again wore a phenomenal Ellen Christine creation...there are no photographs that do it or moi justice! It was a tower of peacock plumes and blue glitter, which I wore to the Milliners Guild show. "Hothouse Flowers Of The Runway," about which more in a future entry. Suffice to say both my assistant Lola and I agreed it was the single most enjoyable show of the entire Spring Fashion Week!

At Ms. Christine's request, I wore my own 1950s cocktail dress and backward-fastening jacket. I only wish that in many of these photographs I had remembered to put my press pass behind my shapely back!

On Day 8, although running a temperature, I managed to look splendid in a 1980s Watters & Watters gown and a top hat custom-made for me by Ellen Christine Millinery. This odd pose is because I was sniffing the sad smell of failure at the Trias show. Pity.

I shall be writing up more Fashion Week memories (it's the most dignified thing to call them) tres soon. But it is this writer's duty to have you admire me first.

Ciao,

Elisa & Bucky the Wonderdog

SAVE THE DATE! April 6, join NYC Women UNITE

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When I received this from that formidable, wonderful organization, The Three Tomatoes (link on the right sidebar), I knew that I had to publish it. Violence against women is a worldwide problem, and anything that can be done about it is to be encouraged.

Ciao,

Elisa & Bucky The Wonderdog

Calling all New York Metro Women:

Please join us on April 6, 2010 and Say Yes to “Say NO”

Did you know that violence against women is a worldwide pandemic?
Approximately 1 out of every 3 women worldwide has been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise abused in her lifetime. It happens everywhere – at home and at work, on the streets and in schools, during peacetime and in conflict. Violence against women and girls has far- reaching consequences, harming families and communities, stunting human development, and undermining economic growth. Everyone has a role to play in combating this global pandemic.

The time to act together is NOW.

Please join the Metro New York Chapter of the US National Committee for UNIFEM, The Three Tomatoes and several other leading women’s organizations on April 6, 2010 to show your support for the United Nations/UNIFEM campaign “Say NO – UNiTE to End Violence against Women” .This is a global call for action on ending violence against women and girls through social mobilization.

The Highlights:

Date: April 6, 2010

Time: 6 to 9 PM

What: A wine and hors d’eouvres reception followed by an esteemed panel discussion on women and violence, and a call to action via the “Say No- Unite” initiative.

Place: Taipei Cultural Center 1 E. 42nd Street, New York City

Tickets: $25.00
The ticket cost is a donation to The US National Committee for UNIFEM a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by U.S. law and the IRS Code.

For information and to purchase tickets visit: http://www.thethreetomatoes.com/SayNoUnite.html

By Check: Please make checks payable to UNIFEM USNC NY and mail with your name and contact information to Cheryl Benton, 330 E. 38 St., #49P, New York, NY 10016.

We Interrupt This Blog...

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Once again, the demands of LIFE, such as it is, has interfered with my ability to bring you my discerning take on all things important.

However, I promise, within the week:

1) An essay on Season Seven of Project Runway (it is Seven, isn't it??)

2) Two entries wrapping up Fashion Week from last month, with pictures.

Until then, I'm off to yet another fashion event...no rest for the weary...or is it wicked? Doesn't matter.

Ciao,
Elisa & Bucky the Wonderdog