The stunningly beautiful Dita Von Teese never ceases to amaze us.
Her residency at the Horseshoe Las Vegas iconic Jubilee Theater is a striptease spectacle, making Ditta Las Vegas/A Jubilant Revue a must see.
With costumes designed by Catherine D’Lish, Jenny Packham, Bob Mackie, Pete Manafee and footwear designed by Christian Louboutin there is a “showgirl, haute couture” aura of exuberance; as if the legendary Broadway producer Florence Ziegfeld had commissioned a star vehicle for Ms. von Tease.

At 51, the star of DITTA LAS VEGAS/ A Jubilant Revue hypnotizes, dressed in shiny jeweled bikinis, made up of dozens of crystals and an array of one-of-a-kind costumes that command the stage.

The showgirl of showgirls goes on and enraptures the audience taking us on a tour of high-end entertainment.

The show runs till Spring 2024.

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However, he dreamed of creating his own magazine, which he intended to call Stag Party. Such a party is catered specifically toward men. For example, bachelor parties… During this period he discovered a calendar of naked women in a workshop. One of the ladies looked very much like Marilyn Monroe. He hesitated for a moment, but her features were unmistakable. Her body, on a red cloth background, could not go unnoticed, although nobody realized who it was.

We must bear in mind that by the time Hugh discovered this image, Monroe was the most famous woman in the world. The actress had conquered Hollywood and was already regarded as the sex symbol of the second half of the 20th century.

The calendar images had been taken when she was still an aspiring unknown model who had no way to pay the rent. When the photo shoot took place, Marilyn was just around 20 years old and never imagined that she would someday become the most desired woman in the nation. Before Playboy, nudes on print practically did not exist.

It was the 1950s, and this kind of work was considered a taboo associated with pornography. Therefore, the revelation that the world’s most famous woman had posed nude would have been considered a scandal.
Hefner, aware of the treasure he had found, located the photographer and bought the rights.
In December of 1953, when he was only 27 years old, the first edition of Playboy magazine went on sale. Marilyn Monroe graced the cover.

In the issue, he included an editorial written by himself in which he expressed the Philosophy of Playboy. That is the philosophy of sexual and expressive freedom. Against the odds, that first number was literally devoured. Seeing the most famous Hollywood actress au naturel shocked the American public and the
54,000 magazines that were printed sold out. Today, one of those original copies is worth about a million dollars.

That success made Hefner the pioneer of graphic eroticism and the creator of a product that would make sex no longer taboo.

Playboy became one of the most widely circulated magazines in the world and came to be accepted in the homes of American families (usually under a mattress). The famous Playboy logo of a rabbit with an elegant tie was designed by Art Paul for the second edition of the magazine. Today, the rabbit is considered one of the most valuable logos in the world. Playboy became a forum not only for lifestyle but also for excellent journalistic work.

We propose the most desirable pieces for the season: with lightweight, waterproof, travel-inspired straps or equipped with the latest technology. We know, time is money, we are going to make it easy for you. -PL

It is important to mention that Chopard: L.U.C XP Il Sarto Kiton, Chopard is introducing its first partnership with the Kiton Ateliers, masters of Italian tailoring. This strictly limited edition of 100 ultra-thin watches in beadblasted DLC-coated steel is superbly fitted with a houndstooth-patterned dial and a slate-coloured cashmere strap lined with red alligator leather.

In this London street, dozens of artisans perpetuating in time the tradition of manual making the most exquisite suits, shirts, ties and male accessories have elevated to the category of pure craftsmanship. Gieves & Hawkes is one of most reputable English tailors.

Tailors here possess two common denominators: make perfect custom suits and have dressed during these two centuries transcendental characters in history, such as Winston Churchill or Admiral Nelson, or members of the British royal family since queen Victoria’s time. Also, Charles Chaplin, Ian Fleming, Fred Astaire and Michael Jackson. More current celebrities like David Beckham, Tom Cruise or Elton John are all in customers.

The process of creating a suit can sometimes take up to three months from when the customer first enters the store until he leaves with his suit.

The British call it BESPOKE, a term used like haute couture in high fashion. In Saville Row however it’s definitely bespoke…

Its history dates back to the 18th century, and they’ve been tailors to the British monarchy.

It was in 1809 that King George III made his first commission, enjoying the mythical tailoring of the distinctions or royal appointments of the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh and the Prince of Wales.

The final product is elegant and glove-tight fit, with a classic character that never goes out of style.

In half an hour the measurements of the client are taken, the different fabrics are shown and the details of the suit are finalized.

The emblematic emporium for tailor made suits has several stores in London.

A few weeks before the start of the pandemic the fashion industry at large was getting ready to receive hundreds of clients, buyers, and fashionistas to their SS 2021 collections.

September and October are the months that kick off the runways in New York and Europe, preparations for this date start as early as a year before.

Puerto Rico is no exception, although fashion events are celebrated in October there is a tendency to show year-round through social, and philanthropic events.

However, for many all of that planning, booking, casting, designing, producing, came to a sudden halt.

Puerto Rico has been overwhelmed by a series of devastating events such as hurricane Maria, the resignation of its governor in 2019, a scandal that rocked the ground, which ironically has kept on shaking thanks to a series a tremor’s and powerful earthquakes which devastated the south-west portion of the island.

Then, like millions around the globe Puerto Ricans found themselves fighting against an invisible and deadly foe, Covid-19.

The local fashion industry reacted immediately to these dire events in a very proactive style.

The creation of face masks, uniforms, and special protection gear were being produced by independent fashion designers and local brands.

In order to grasp different scenarios from the source itself, I was fortunate to interview prominent fashion designers Lisa Thon, Herman Nadal, and Reynaldo Jose Flores.

They too were getting ready their collections and curriculum. Miss Thon is the director and professor of the Digital Fashion Design department at EDP University. Mr. Flores and Mr. Nadal are also successful designers and professors at the EDP campus in San Juan. https://edpuniversity.edu/

Something else that these three creatives have in common? Nor the past situations, nor the present pandemic have deterred their individual plans.

Quite the contrary, I believe they’ve redirected their effort by producing emblematic pieces that adapt to this new reality, inspiring others to follow suit.

-LISA THON

“The pandemic has altered our collection date presentation, postponing it for months. It also impacted the usual way we use to introduce our work to clients and the press”.

“Social media and E-commerce have become the most relevant tools for keeping communication and selling our products since social distancing is still recommended in our new reality”.

“Being a small island, the production of special occasion designer gowns has been impacted. The switch to the creation of mask and ready to wear collections is what’s keeping many afloat. Even the anticipated prom season was obliterated by the pandemic”.

Ms. Thon recently launched the Quarantine Icons, Quarantine Fashionistas, and Pillow Divas T-Shirts Collections with beautiful illustrations done by the designer.

“Also, I started a series of weekly lives in social media that has kept me connected, in both my design and education realms”.

The also professor considers the importance of moving forward in a more conscious way, learning to reinvent oneself towards the client’s demands and needs.

The fashion designer suggests that this situation can represent an opportunity to expand designers and creatives awareness in terms of how to create new products. How to approach the whole business process, from designing, publicity, communication to generating sales.

“The Government could help by funding a special program where fashion designers can present their work virtually through all their platforms. These funds could also address the creation of designer websites or through the Puerto Rico official web page. As an effort to introduce our countries Fashion Industry in a more organized way to the rest of the world. Virtual events could also be part of that initiative”.

Lisa Thon has presented her collections at New York Fashion Week, the MBFWNY, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Colombia among many other important venues. You can see and shop Thons amazing T shirts and fashions at https://lisathon.com/

-Reynaldo José Flores

“The fashion industry in Puerto Rico has had to drastically adjust to the momentous changes that as a society we have suffered both locally and internationally.

Indeed, the designer’s work has already had the need to reinvent itself. We have witnessed and participated in how fashion workshops have changed the production of exclusive dresses for protective masks and protective equipment.

Obviously, the way it has been able to recover as an industry is that these changes have boosted online or Internet sales that have increased.

Social networks have become an ally with more accessible fashion.

The fashion designer and professor reveal that fashion has become more democratic and affordable, and everyone can access and have it.

“That is why designers can help in this process designing and creating pieces in standard sizes that do not require the customer to have to measure themselves to purchase the product.

Also, there is an opportunity to cover the current need and use of raw materials that help and allow the creation of sustainable fashion with a high level of awareness. This, in turn, will allow the local economy to be incentivized.

The multi-talented designer has presented his collections at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week El Salvador, and Costa Rica Fashion Week.

About the impact of COVID-19 in fashion:

“This is an international matter. Consequently, we have all been affected, some on a larger scale and others on a smaller scale.

Certainly, the pandemic has transformed us, fashion shows will not be in person for the moment. It is for this reason, that international fashion houses have resorted to presenting them through digital platforms”.

-HERMAN NADAL

How has the pandemic altered your agenda or work load?

“Believe it or not, it’s when I’ve had the most work, when the pandemic started all the malls and stores closed, so the public was forced to shop local. It all started with the production of masks that brought many customers.

Once the client buys something there is an opportunity to create a bond of trust and as a brand one can continue to offer other products. Currently even with the pandemic my workshop is still active as there is a movement to support local talent, plus the process is easier than going to a mall or waiting long weeks for the arrival of the merchandise from an online store.

How do you think the fashion industry has been impacted in Puerto Rico?

It was a hard blow, but not only for the fashion industry but for all the creative industries. Whoever stood by waiting for this to pass basically got stuck. This is the perfect time to reinvent yourself and create products and designs that the consumer needs right now.

How have you’ve been able to overcome this situation?

“I have overcome this situation creating designs for a new lifestyle we are living”.

“I create unisex pieces; I create oversized pieces. Besides, I’m launching accessories like wallets, hats, and illustrations. Products that are not sized, but still have the aesthetics of the brand and are relevant. Right now, the gala and cocktail dresses are not in demand, as designers and creative individuals you have to think about what the current need is. My point is to create clothes for our reality and our tropical climate.

How can the industry get back on its feet?

“Social media has incredible power, if they are handled the right way one as a brand, doesn’t even need to participate in events, it’s all about quality content, digital strategies and creating a link with your customer, creating trust”.

What can the government do to help the fashion industry?

“For designers and creatives in trouble, it would be a very good idea for the industries to be exempt from the IVU for a few months. I have received aid and was exempt from two months’ rent.

It would be great to re-produce textiles and important materials from the designer’s raw material.

I have received help, I am an artist resident of the urban area of Bayamon, it means that I have a workshop and housing in the town as part of a special program from the mayor’s office. The program’s goal is to repopulate the urban area”.

Should we aspire to overcome and find some kind of normalcy I suggest we take into consideration how these artists have found ways of creating normalcy in this new world.-PL

Sacha unveils a series of superheroes with a little twist. 20 prints, and a selection of costumes made for the collection were exhibited at the ”School Gallery Olivier Castaing” 322 Rue Saint Martin in Paris. What if Superman was born in the sixteenth century? And what if the Hulk was a Duke? How might Van Eyck have portrayed Snow White? Sacha’s discovery of these characters, which goes back to childhood, gave birth to a desire to re-appropriate them, to take them back to a time forming the cornerstone of modern western art. Sacha wants to confront these icons of American culture with contemporary painters of the Flemish school.

The collection demonstrates the use of 17th century techniques counterpointing light and shadow to illustrate nobility and fragility of the super powerful of all times. It also invites you to celebrate the heroes of your childhood. These characters have become icons to reveal their humanity: tired of having to save the world without respite, promised to a destiny of endless immortality, forever trapped in their character. The superheroes often live their lives cloaked in anonymity. These portraits give them a chance to “fix” their narcissism denied. By the temporal disturbance they produce, these images allow us to discover, under the patina of time, an unexpected melancholy of those who are to be invincible.

As science fiction meets history of art, time meets an inexhaustible desire for mythology which is within each of us. Sacha Goldberger recently presented his amazing Super Flemish collection in the Grand Palais in Paris marking his body of work as high art. Iconic Science Fiction Characters and ruffled Cosplayers wearing Renaissance garb were displayed in an area were Velazquez painting and an exhibit of Jean Paul Gaultier will soon be shown.

Goldberger is not only a superlative artist he also rocks the advertising world. Discover Goldberger’s artistry in books like: Mamika: My Mighty Little Grandmother and The Little Book Of I Love You.

In an uncertain, masked era, fashion has become an escape, a dream, a breath of fresh air.
The Paris and Milan men’s collections for 2020-21 delivered a diverse array of styles, with relaxed structured tailoring, muted and vibrant colors and enough elegant whimsy to persuade us to be part of this new direction in menswear.

PRADA

Miuccia Prada created her last collection in men’s wear before passing the torch to Raf Simmons. Prada delivered a minimalist silhouette that also is practical, timeless and efficient. Prada said. “The clothes are simple — but with the concept of simplicity as an antidote to useless complication. This is a moment that requires some seriousness, a moment to think and to reflect on things. What do we do, what is fashion for, what are we here for? What can fashion contribute, to a community?”

DOLCE & GABBANA

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana presented their latest Alta Moda and Alta Sartoria collections recently in Milan.

The fashion show was filmed around the spectacular frescoes and elegant details rendered in the Palazzo Dolce & Gabbana where this male haute couture revue filled with bespoke and Alta Moda broke the rules and took men’s fashion in a daring and adventurous dreamlike tour of suits, robes, caftans, shirts and slacks in luxurious fabrics.

An exclusive collection of men’s jewelry was also showcased. The Alta Gioielleria creations included a pink gold “DG7 Gems full pavé” watch and a detachable yellow and white gold brooch-pendant embellished with rhodolite garnets, rubies and diamonds. The look is enriched with rings in yellow and white gold that boast various precious stones.

DIOR

The Spring 2020 Collection by Kim Jones reveals a new type of masculinity: relaxed, sensual and powerful. Inspired by Christian Dior’s passion for his garden, this season Kim Jones collaborates with British artist Alex Foxton to revamp floral prints from the archives. The Dior Oblique jacquard canvas and the Saddle bag elegantly reinterpret the heritage of the House.