TV Host Cognac Wellerlane takes a break from the Tents during Fashion Week to attend JarLuxe Foundation Luxe Scholarship & Charity Event Hosted by Supermodel/Actress Debbie Dickinson
llo Darlings, Welcome back to cognac’s Corner Magazine.
Fashion Designer Maggie Norris and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose for a photo-op at the Jarluxe Foundation Luxe Scholarship & Charity Event during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Spring 2010- photo by Lorenzo Esquivel
TV Host Cognac Wellerlane chats with Supermodel/Actress Debbie Dickinson and famous makeup artist Jerry Lopez- Video by Lorenzo Esquivel
On Tuesday, September 15th, 2009, $16,000 in academic scholarships were awarded to two minority students attending LIM College in Fall 2009.
The Award was presented in front of an audience of some 600 Luxury Fashion industry executives in NYC. The JarLuxe Fashionlanthropic Award, as the pioneer of its kind-is the most highly distinct accolade in luxury fashion. This annual award is presented to a highly distinguished Fashion Designer who immeasurably gives in the arena of charity.
Cognac chats with Fashion Designer Maggie Norris and Entertainer Josh Charles – Video by Lorenzo Esquivel
The Honoree: Maggie Norris CFDA Member Maggie Norris Couture designs elegantly drape the socialite, including Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn, Kiera Chaplin, & First Lady Michelle Obama. Maggie Norris Couture has graced the Elite Fashion Magazines of the world, including Vogue and Vanity Fair. Maggie, a former Senior Director of Women’s Collection for Ralph Lauren, went on as Creative Director for Mondi in Europe. Thereafter, Maggie took her knowledge of fashion, fine-tuned wit with her incomparable taste and expertise in creating Maggie Norris Couture. Her collection brings a sense of luxury and style to the American marketplace. Her collecton is currently carried in Bergdorf Goodman. Maggie Norris Couture embodies the true qualities of couture. www.maggienorriscouture.com
Giving is Luxurious: Visit www.jarluxe.org
Supermodel/Actress Debbie Dickinson. Makeup Artist Jerry Lopez and Cognac pose for a photo-op at the LarLuxe Foundation Luxe Scholarship & Charity Event – Photo by Lorenzo Esquivel
Recording Artist Josh Charles and Cognac pose for a photo-op at the JarLuxe Foundation Luxe Scholarship & Charity Event – Photo by Lorenzo Esquivel
The event was hosted by Supermodel/Actress Debbie Dickinson. Debbie Dickinson is an American actress and former fashion model. Debbie began modelling in 1975 with the Elite Model Management in Paris, France. She is the sister of supermodel Janice Dickinson. Guest were also entertained by Recording Artist Josh Charles.
Gorgeous Debbie invited me to the event after meeting backstage at the Loris Diran Spring 2010 Show and introducing me to two beautiful Designers, Liz and Laura Rymar.
Cognac interviews Designers Liz and Laurie Rymar, Elizabeth S. Marcuse President of LIM College and Princess Keisha Omilana from Nigeria – Video by Lorenzo Esquivel
Cognac chats with Liz and Laurie Rymar at Loris Diran Spring 2010 Show – Video by Lorenzo Esquivel
Liz and Laura Rymar spoke to me about the launch of their summer collection for ellelauri. This new collection focuses on clean, simple lines, elegant silhouettes and sophisticated colors. The line is chic, stylish, and glamorous, perfect for any occasion. Each timeless piece has a superior fit and is made from the most comfortable fabrics. This versatile collection is perfect for all women who effortlessly want to look stunning with a fun and flirty edge.
ellelauri was created by sisters Elizabeth and Laura Rymar, inspired by their love for fashion and styling. Even as children they loved playing dress up and gained an early appreciation of sewing from their grandmother who worked as a seamstress. After receiving a bachelors degree in fashion from the University of Delaware, Liz then went on to complete post graduate work at two of the most prestigious fashion schools worldwide, the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and the London College of Fashion in the UK. Liz has worked in the fashion industry for years in both New York City and Philadelphia. Laura graduated from Manhattan College with a degree in finance, in addition to studying at Richmond University in London. Most of the first collection was inspired by their time spent between London, Paris and New York, the leading fashion capitals of the world.
ellelauri is based and run out of New York City, where both girls currently reside. ellelauri is coming soon to San Diego, CA!
For more info please visit www.ellelauri.com
Elizabeth S. Marcuse, President of LiM College chatted with me about how important Lim College is in the development of today’s young career fashion woman.
LIM College’s MBA program offers a one-of-a-kind business degree with a strong fashion management focus and provides you with the critical-thinking skills and professional expertise required to become a leader in today’s dynamic, increasingly complex fashion industry.
Please visit www.limcollege.edu to learn more.
Princess Keisha Omilana from Nigeria and Cognac Wellerlane pose for a photo-op at the JarLuxe Foundation Luxe Scholarship & Charity Event- Photo by Lorenzo Esquivel
I also had the chance to chat with the Princess of Nigeria, Keisha Omilana. We had briefly met at the Evidence event in the Hamptons during the summer and I was happy to see her again looking fabulous as always. Princess Omilana is not only the Princess of Nigeria, but a model, actress and TV host. She resides in New York City with her huband the Prince of Nigeria.
To learn more please visit www.keishaomilana.com
Until my next Celebrity Fashion Event Darlings,
Pink Champagne Kisses
Cognac Wellerlane