On September 8, 2011, Richard Chai’s Love + Men’s Spring 2012 collection was filled with layered separates and odd pairings. For her, short pleated skirt fronts worn apron-style over long pants.

I always enjoy attending Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York and have consistently for the past several seasons, but never before have I been so moved as I was on September 8, 2011 at the South Courtyard at Lincoln Center. As I was in between shows (I just saw Richard Chai’s Spring 2012 collection) I discovered there was a presentation by the nonprofit Fatigues to Fabulous.

(Written by Megan McMurtrey) Remember the old days in film when every relationship seemed perfect? When all a woman had to do was smile and it was love at first sight and “happily ever after?” Movies like An Affair to Remember and Breakfast at Tiffany’s set a standard for romance that the modern relationship can’t seem to fulfill any longer. And so, with the advent of new technology, the modern romance story was born with a little less “happily ever after” and a little more […]

Amy Winehouse is best known for the single “Rehab.” Winehouse’s distinctive, yet retro style is mimicked by young female soul singers today; and her short-lived career has made a huge impact deeming her another young legend.

“The Godfrogger” is a hilarious webisode about the good girl and the bad boy. This is not a good dating scenario and should be avoided at all costs! Produced by Agenda Pictures and Never Kiss a Frog Productions, and directed by Kaylene Peoples. Screenplay written by Marilyn Anderson.

Distribution shouldn’t be hard, but it is a confusing process for most independent filmmakers. For the part 1 of our distribution series, I interviewed Jerome Coushon creator of THE SECRETS TO DISTRIBUTION. This interview focuses on distributing your independent film via DVD sales and rentals and Netflix. Watch the interview.

In a world where money and profit seem to rule, Red Agency LA has a refreshing concept and has become a whole new breed of agencies representing only the socially conscious. What does that mean? Companies that have a mindset to help the environment, promote healthy habits, and/or deliver a positive message. Founder Natalie Chase has made it her mission to help change the world one client at a time.

January 19, 2011, Kevan Hall showcased highlights from his Spring 2011 Collection at Agenda Loft. The event was produced by Agenda Loft’s team Arun Nevader, Kaylene Peoples, and Anna Ferguson. It was styled by Kendrick Osorio, and photographed by Ash Gupta, who shot the event live that evening.

During LA Fashion Week, Houstina (Tina) of CGH Couture showcased her Fall 2011 collection alongside talented independent designer Holly Waas on March 19, 2011, at Agenda Loft. It was a packed house with a bevy of child stars, including Madison Leisle, Brandon Tyler Russell, Camryn Molnar, Taylor Beckett, Sam Lant, and Camryn Molnar. Emma Zehrner hosted the event. The two designers showed their latest collections, which consisted of couture and ready-to-wear.

March 14, 2011, at the “Unmasked” was a spectacular Masquerade Ball and runway presentation for the Fall Winter 2011 Black Label collection, at the private venue of Castle Antiques Warehouse and Showroom. LA’s hippest were in attendance, including the bevy of bloggers, publishers, and local celebrities.