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August 26, 2019
FIDM MUSEUM.....Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition: Costume & Party Photos!
Presenting Emmys Costumes!--Nick Verreos at the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum, Los Angeles
Last weekend was the Opening Night Party for the 13th Annual Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition , held at FIDM Museum , the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Downtown Los Angeles. As the Official Spokesperson for the College and FIDM Museum--as well as the Co-Chair of the FIDM Fashion Design Department, I was honored to be there.
Nick and Emmy--Nick Verreos with the Emmy statuette--FIDM Los Angeles
ATCD--Nick Verreos at the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum, Los Angeles
The new exhibition features over 100 costumes from 23 featured shows, including ten of which are nominated for an Emmy's Best Costume. The exhibition spans the highlights of the 2018-2019 season in TV, including web TV naturally, since shows on Amazon, Netflix, etc. have become such an important part of the industry. Costumes featured from various genres including Fantasy/Sci-Fi, Period, Contemporary and Variety/Reality Programming...
The Exhibition--Costumes from the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Here are PHOTOS from the Exhibition and following these, are photos from the OPENING NIGHT PARTY...To begin, here are some of the Costumes and Shows Nominated for an Emmy on Display:
"Game of Thrones", Costume Designer Michele Clapton, Nominated for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum, Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Detail Shots...from "Game of Thones" costumes of the characters (Clockwise from top left) Daenerys Targaryen, Sansa Stark and Cersei Lannister-- 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"A Series of Unfortunate Events", Costume Designer Cynthia Summers, Nominated for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"Good Omens", Costume Designer Claire Anderson, Nominated for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"Pose", Costume Designers Lou Eurich, Analucia McGorty, Nominated for Outstanding Period Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Top photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel", Costume Designer Donna Zakowska, Nominated for Outstanding Period Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"Fosse/Verdon", Costume Designer Melissa Toth, Nominated for Outstanding Period Costumes--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Nominated for Outstanding Contemporary Costumes (Clockwise, from the top) "Russian Doll", Costume Designer Jennifer Rogien; "Sharp Objects", Costume Designer Alix Friedberg (an FIDM Alumna); "Black-ish", Costume Designer Michelle R. Cole-- 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"The Masked Singer", Costume Designer Marina Toybina (an FIDM Alumna), Nominated for Outstanding Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Programming--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Detail Shots...from "The Masked Singer" "Lion" and "Unicorn" costumes, Costume Designer Marina Toybina--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Other costumes on display include...
(Clockwise, from the top left) Costumes from "Gotham", "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend", "The Man in the High Castle", "Outlander" and "Vanity Fair"--13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner except for top right "The Man in the High Castle"
Opening Night Party Pics:
Illustrious Guest--David Paul and I with Emmy Winning Costume Designer Lou Eyrich who is also nominated for "Pose" this year--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Dapper Co-Chairs--David Paul and I at the Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Un-Masked Costume Designer--Nick Verreos with "The Masked Singer" Costume Designer (and FIDM Alumna) Marina Toybina--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
In the presence of Emmy's Fabulousness--(L to R) David Paul, Emmy-nominated Costume Designer and Stylist Art Conn (for "RuPaul's Drag Race"), Emmy winning Costume Designer Perry Meek, Steve Kerem and Nick Verreos--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner
Emmy-nominated Costume Designers (L to R) Alix Friedberg ("Sharp Objects"), and Cynthia Summers ("A Series of Unfortunate Events"--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photos courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
All Smiles--(L to R) Emmy-nominated Costume Designers Jennifer Rogien ("Russian Doll") and Michelle R. Cole ("Black-ish") along with Barbara Bundy, FIDM Museum Director--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
"Pretty Little Lies" and the upcoming "BH90210" Costume Designer Mandi Line (and FIDM Alumna)--Opening Night Party for the 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition, FIDM Museum
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Photo courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
WHAT: 13th Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition
The exhibition celebrates the artistry of costume design, designers and their teams, showcasing 100+ costumes from 23 featured shows, including 10 of which are Emmy Nominated for their Costumes
WHERE: FIDM Museum
919 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Street Level, Entrance on Grand Hope Park side
WHEN: Opened August 20th, runs through October 26, 2019
Tuesday-Saturday; 10am-5pm
ADMISSION: FREE!
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Go here: http://fidmmuseum.org/exhibitions/current/
August 4, 2019
FIDM.....FIDM Los Angeles "3 Days of Fashion" Appearance, NIKOLAKI Fashion Presentation and Meet and Greet: RECAP!
Designer and Muses--Nick Verrreos with models Amanda Fields Bennett and Lauren Gish ion his NIKOLAKI silk gowns--FIDM LA "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
In my last post HERE , I blogged about my Appearance at FIDM San Francisco's 2019 "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program...now it is time to recap my Special Appearance at the Los Angeles campus and their "3 Days of Fashion" .
Nick Verreos on stage with models Amanda Fields Bennett (L) and Lauren Gish (R) in his NIKOLAKI silk gowns--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Besides my introduction to all the students and parents attending the final day of FIDM LA campus' "3 Days of Fashion" Program, I had the special privilege of bringing tow of my favorite models-- Amanda Fields Bennett and Lauren Gish--and several of my NIKOLAKI red carpet gowns to showcase ion a very special fashion presentation. Here are photos from the day plus the post-show Meet & Greet with all of the attendees:
NIKOLAKI Gown Fashion Show:
Nick Verreos with model Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI printed silk chiffon halter-neck draped gown with jeweled trim--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos with model Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI one shoulder canary yellow silk crepe back satin gown with silk organza cascade ruffle drape--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos with model Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI lavender silk chiffon and silk zibeline sequined draped one shoulder cocktail dress--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos on stage with model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI black silk taffeta gown with feathered sequin trim detail--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos on stage with model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI printed silk chiffon gown with side front slit--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos with model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI "watercolor" print silk chiffon strapless gown--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Meet & Greet Photos:
Nick Verreos with model Amanda Fields Bennett and her family--FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion"
Nick Verreos and attendees of FIDM LA 2019 "3 Days of Fashion" during the final day "Meet & Greet"
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who stayed afterward for the Meet & Greet and who attended the fab FIDM 2019 "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program! See you NEXT YEAR!
August 2, 2019
FIDM.....FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" Appearance and Meet and Greet: RECAP!
3 Days of Fashion Welcome!--Nick Verreos at FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019 Summer Program
This last month, I have been back in the East Coast in Brooklyn, NY doing my Consulting Producer duties for the next season of Bravo TV's "Project Runway" but I did get away for a few days to go back to the West Coast to attend to one of my other jobs--being the Spokesperson and Co-Chair of Fashion Design for FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising . First off, I flew to San Francisco for an Appearance at this year's FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program.
Almost There--Golden Gate Bridge and Transamerica Pyramid, San Francisco
I always love visiting San Francisco, especially since I spent some of my childhood and high-school years in the Bay Area. And now, as the Fashion Design Co-Chair, I have an added responsibility to represent the College and all our campuses in a more, academic manner.
Welcome!--Nick Verreos, FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
The FIDM "3 Days of Fashion" is a unique 3-day Summer Program that high school students attend to learn how it is to be a FIDM student: Learning from FIDM instructors, collaborating on hands-on workshops, meeting fashion industry professionals and taking part in workshops on fashion sketching, draping, trend spotting, interior design, social media and much more.
On Stage--Nick Verreos at FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
This year I got the chance to make a "Special Appearance" on the first day of FIDM San Francisco's "3 Days of Fashion", doing a lecture, presentation on "How I Got to Where I Got" as a fashion designer, telling my story from childhood to...attending FIDM, starting my own company, designing dresses that were worn by Katy Perry, Heidi Klum and Beyonce...as well as "Project Runway" and now, my job as the Co-Chair of FIDM Fashion Design.
Lecture Time--Nick Verreos at FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
This year, I also got the chance to interview an illustrious FIDM San Francisco Alumna, fashion designer Colleen Quen, who also talked about her story and time at FIDM and even brought one of her designs to show the students:
Moderating a special interview with FIDM Alumna, San Francisco-based fashion designer Colleen Quen--FIDM San Francisco |3 Days of Fashion" 2019
San Francisco-based fashion designer Colleen Quen (with Nick Verreos) showing her "Butterfly" dress--FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
Afterward, I also brought some of my own NIKOLAKI gowns and dresses to show the students attending...
Designs from NIKOLAKI/Nick Verrreos & David Paul--(L to R) Black silk organza hi-lo gown with jeweled sequin trim, gold-and-copper silk chiffon column gown with capelet sleeves, and gold sequined silk chiffon bias-cut plunging cowl back dress--FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
"3 Days of Fashion" Group Shots--Nick Verreos with students attending FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
Matchy-Matchy--Nick Verreos and FIDM College Rep Michelle Prior-Alameda--FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
Nick Verreos with FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" Special Events Manager and College Reps Nancy McDonald (L) and Megan Sterling (R)
FIDM SF "3 Days of Fashion" College Rep and Special Events Manager Nancy McDonald
Nick Verreos with FIDM students (and my steaming-the-gowns helpers)--FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
Meet and Greet: Following my special appearance, it was time for a fun Meet & Greet...
Nick Time--Nick Verreos, FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
Nick Verreos with attendees of the FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019 Summer Program during the Meet & Greet portion of the day's program
A Signed Bag--As a special treat, I signed--and did a fashion croquis--on FIDM tote bags, that were to be given to attendees as special prizes--FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion" 2019
After finishing my day at FIDM San Francisco, I went to the Oakland International Airport to catch my flight back home to Los Angeles...and well, I got there and found out that my flight had been cancelled and I had been re-scheduled for a much later flight...As I was about to get a little annoyed at the situation, I noticed that my lovely Oakland Airport Southwest Airlines Ticket Counter employee was wearing THE SAME readers I had! #Seriously...take a look:
Fab Readers Style--Nick Verreos and Southwest Ticket Counter Employee, Oakland International Airport (In case you are wondering, mine are $1 from Dollar Tree!)
See you next time San Francisco!
June 11, 2019
FIDM.....FIDM Bachelor of Arts in Design Opening Night Student Exhibition: PHOTOS!
Vinyl Creations--Vinyl designs from Valerie Chiu, FIDM BA Design student--FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the Opening Night Student Exhibition of our Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design graduates. The exhibition--at FIDM Museum space--showcases the super-creative design work from students in the FIDM Bachelor of Arts in Design program. I was overwhelmed by all the work on display from our students, ready to take on the fashion industry!
Check out my photos...and keep reading to see who was a "special guest" ;)
Nick Verreos at the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
FIDM BA in Design graduates attending the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Multicolored vinyl design from Valerie Chiu, BA in Design graduate--FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs on display at the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from the FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Designs from BA, Design graduate Illene Martoseno--FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Illene Martoseno also happens to be the FIDM Supima Finalist, and she will showing her Supima collection at NY Fashion Week later this year...
FIDM Fashion Design Co-Chairs David Paul and Nick Verreos--and FIDM Supima Finalist 2019 Illene Martoseno--FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
Did you notice the "special attendee"???
Hi Benny!!! Our little pupster, Benny (lower left) didn't want to miss the BA, Design Opening Night Party!--FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
FIDM Bachelor of Arts, Design Opening Night Student Exhibition FIDM Los Angeles
June 9, 2019
PROJECT RUNWAY.....Behind The Scenes BLOG on Episode 12: The Art of Fashion--PHOTOS!
Art of Fashion--Models (L to R) Thijin Bol, Sarah Victoria, Mimi Tao, Nora Sommerkamp and Aviana, backstage in designs from Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway" designers (L to R) Hester Sunshine, Garo Sparo, Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey, Tessa Clark and Bishme Cromartie--Brooklyn NY
In Episode 12 of this season's "Project Runway" on Bravo ....the Top Five designers were challenged to create designs--as well as "Fashion Installation" room (a la "29 Rooms" ) for the "Art of Fashion" Episode/Challenge. As a Consulting producer on the season, I got the chance to take behind the scenes photos of the models in the designer's creations as well as the display I helped put together showing the work of the Top Five designers of the season for the judges to deliberate over...
Check out my EXCLUSIVE Behind-The-Scenes Photos:
Selfie Time--(L to R) David Paul, Mimi Tao, Thijin Bol, and Nick Verreos--Episode 12, Season 17 "project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Triple (Fashion) Threat--(L to R) Models Sarah Victoria in designer Garo Sparo, Mimi Tao in Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey and Nora Sommerkamp n Tessa Clark--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Portrait Time--Nick Verreos with model Thijin Bol in the "Fashion Installation" from "Project Runway" designer Hester Sunshine--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Model Thijin Bol wearing design from Hester Sunshine--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Model Aviana McClish in design from Bishme Cromartie--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Model Mimi Tao in design from Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Model Sarah Victoria in design from Garo Sparo--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Model Nora Sommerkamp in design from Tessa Clark--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Here are Photos from the "Rack Display" of the Top Five Designer's creations that we helped arrange for the Judges when they had to deliberate which designer to send home:
Best of...Hester Sunshine--Designs from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Hester Sunshine--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Best of...Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey--Designs from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Best of...Bishme Cromartie--Designs from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Bishme Cromartie--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Best of...Garo Sparo--Designs from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Garo Sparo--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Best of...Tessa Clark--Designs from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Tessa Clark--Episode 12, Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY....Tessa was eliminated as a result of this Challenge/Episode
THE TOP FOUR!!!
CONGRATULATIONS to the TOP FOUR Finalists of Season 17 "Project Runway"!! Enjoying a celebratory moment with the designers and a couple of our models-- (L to R) David Paul, designer Hester Sunshine, designer Garo Sparo, Nick Verreos, model Thijin Bol, designer Bishme Cromartie, designer Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey and model Mimi Tao--Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
June 2, 2019
MUSEUM BLOG.....Metropolitan Museum of Art "Camp: Notes On Fashion": BLOG with ALL THE PHOTOS!
Category Is...CAMP!--Designs from Metropolitan Museum of Art's "Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition--Designs from (L to R) Bob Mackie, Marjan Pejoski, Moschino by Jeremy Scott, Jean Paul Gaultier, Burberry by Christopher Bailey
Recently, I had the visited New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art's "Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition with y better half, David Paul. The fabulous exhibition just opened--precluded by the fabulous "Met Gala" , which featured many A-listers try (and, really, I mean try) to give their best CAMP...some succeeded and some, not so muchey!
Met Boy--Nick Verreos at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
David Paul and Nick Verreos--The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
This was especially obvious after we attended the exhibition. Both David and I LOVED the exhibit and the COUTURE on display. Yet at the same time, we couldn't help but think "Did some of those "Met Gala" guests actually get the memo!!??". The exhibition featured 250+ objects dating from the 17th century to the present, exploring the origins of camp's exuberant aesthetic. Susan Sontag's 1964 essay "Notes on 'Camp'" provides the framework for the exhibition, which examines how the elements of irony, humor, parody, pastiche, artifice, theatricality, and exaggeration are expressed in fashion.
Here are my photos from this must-see exhibit:
View of the "Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art NYC
Entrance of "Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Purple Camp--Designs from Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture A/W 1961 (Lower Photo, Left) and Moschino by Jeremy Scott S/S 2018 (Top Photo and Lower Photo, Right)--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Feathered Ballgown--Design from Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture A/W 1965--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Taffeta Couture--Dior "Tourterelle" Dress, Christian Dior Haute Couture A/W 1948--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Looking Under--I was able to capture a photo showing what is UNDER this Christian Dior Haute Couture gown...notice the lace trimmed tulle petticoat and mint colored skirt lining. And in case you are wondering, yes, I literally got on my knees in front of the display and crouched myself almost parallel to the floor to get this photo---Dior "Tourterelle" Dress, Christian Dior Haute Couture A/W 1948--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Schiaparelli Cocteau Fashion Art--Elsa Schiaparelli and Jean Cocteau A/W 1937 linen and sequins jacket and skirt (notice no armhole seam!)--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Tulle Gorgeous--Two gowns from Giambattista Valli Haute Couture--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Rainbow Tulle--Multicolored tulle gown from Tomo Koizumi A/W 2019--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Swan Ballet--(L to R) The (in)famous "Bjork Swan Dress" from Marjan Pejoski A/W 2001 and Moschino by Jeremy Scott S/S 2017--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Logo-a-Gogo--Gucci and Louis Vuitton logo designs--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Hi Sailor--Design from Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1997 and art from Tom of Finland circa 1947--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
The Souper Dress--Andy Warhol Campbell's Soup-inspired paper dress, 1966-1967--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Sequined Vogue--Sequined "Vogue Magazine" Jumpsuit from Gianni Versace S/S 1991--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Print Fab--Printed ensembles from the "Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Print Mix--Design from British designer Richard Quinn Fall 2018--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Diva Coat--Maria Callas-printed coat coat by Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2016--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Gendermix Tuxedo--Thom Browne Spring/Summer 2018 Wedding Ensemble (far left)--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Pride Cape--Burberry Fall 2018 by Christopher Bailey multicolored rainbow faux fur coat--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
TV Dinner Couture--"TV Dinner Cape" and sequined dress, from Moschino by Jeremy Scott Fall 2019--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
McDonald's and Budweiser--"Budweiser"-inspired coat and McDonald's-inspired ensemble, from Moschino by Jeremy Scott Fall 2014--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Birth of Venus--"Venus" Ensemble, Thierry Mugler Haute Couture A/W 1995-1996--
"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Liberace Crystals--Sequined ensemble for Liberace by designer Michael Travis, 1982--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Bob Mackie Nude--Nude netting/illusions-and-sequins gown from Bob Mackie, 2008--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Louis XVI Chanel--Louis XVI-inspired Chanel Haute Couture A/W 1987 by Karl Lagerfeld--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
YSL vs. MOSCHINO--(Top photo, L to R) Moschino by Jeremy Scott S/S 2017 and Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture A/W 1983 "Autumn Rose" Gown (also in Lower photo)--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Money Fashion--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Shoe Pride--Gucci Rainbow and gold platform sneaker (R) and Salvatore Ferragamo Platform Shoe--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Elsa Schiaparelli "Shocking" Perfume Bottle, 1937, from FIDM Museum at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, Gift of Annette Green Fragrance Museum at the Fragrance Foundation--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Happy Museum Goers--Nick Verreos and David Paul--"Camp: Notes On Fashion" Exhibition, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
May 26, 2019
MUSEUM BLOG.....So Much Art: A day at "The Art Institute of Chicago" Museum: BLOG!
Art Fantastic--Gustave Caillebotte "Paris Street;Rainy Day" (1877); Andy Warhol "Mao" (1972); Grant Wood "American Gothic" (1930)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Recently I had the opportunity to travel to Chicago for the Castings of Season 18 of "Project Runway". I had one day off in between travels and decided to make good use of it by visiting one of the best museums in the U.S.: The Art Institute of Chicago ...
Art Boy--Nick Verreos (top photo) at The Art Institute of Chicago
I had a wonderful time getting inspired by all the Art and Masterpieces on display from the likes of Rembrandt, Degas, Caillebotte, Renoir, Warhol and many others. As a Fashion Designer, I always get inspiration from Art and I make sure to try and get students of FASHION to also do the same.
Take a look:
Wood, Caillebotte, Rembrandt--Works of Art on display at The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Degas, Moreelse, Warhol--Works of Art on display at The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Draped Beauties--(L to R) ter borch, Codde, Reni--Works of Art on display at The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Fashionable Ladies--Works of Art at The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Rembrandt "Self-Portrait" (1636-1638)-- The Art Institute of Chicago
Rembrandt "Old Man With A Gold Chain" (1630)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Rembrandt "Young Woman At An Open Half Door" (1645)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Ballerina Couture--Edgar Degas "Little Dancer Aged Fourteen" (1879-1881)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Gustave Caillebotte "Paris Street; Rainy Day" (1877)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Pierre-Auguste Renoir "Chrysanthemums" (1881-1882)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Pierre-Auguste Renoir "Two Sisters (On the Terrace)" (1881)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Drape Perfection--Gerard ter borch "The Music Lesson" (1670)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Watteau Back--Jean-Antoine Watteau (with the assistance of Jean-Baptiste Pater) "Pastoral Gathering" (1718-1721)
Magnificent Sleeve--Anthonis Mor "Portrait of a Seated Woman" (1560-1570)--The Art Institute of Chicago
Mink and Satin Lining--The Art Institute of Chicago
Empire Gathering--The Art Institute of Chicago
Iconic--"American Gothic" by Grant Wood, 1930
Mao by Andy Warhol, 1973
Native North American Art including a Turquoise, Shell, Sandstone Mosaic Disk with a Mythological and Historical Scene from Northern Oaxaca Mexico (1400/1500) (Top left); Deer Hide and Horse Hair Comanche Leggings from the Southern Plains, US (1895) (Lower left), and Feathered Headdress (Right)--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
African Art including a Helmet from Mali (Mid 19th-Mid 20th Century) (Top left); Jewelry (Lower Left); and Kuba Helmet Mask "Mukenga" from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Late 19th Century-Mid 20th Century)--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Abstract Color Blocking--"Ready-To-Wear"by Stuart Davis, 1955--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Style Maven--Gertrude Abrecrombie "Self-Portrait of My Sister", 1941--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Dancin' and Drinkin'--Archibald J. Motley Jr. "Nightlife", 1943--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
Finally...
Typewriters as Art--Vintage typewriters--The Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago
May 25, 2019
PROJECT RUNWAY.....Behind The Scenes of "Rocketman" Elton John Movie Challenge: BLOG!
Sequin Boys--Dazzling creations from Season 17 Bravo's "Project Runway" designers (L to R) Venny Etienne, Jamall Osterholm, Garo Sparo, Bishme Cromartie, Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey
Recently on the new-and-improved "Project Runway" on Bravo , the Challenge was to design and create looks inspired by the new movie "Rocketman" based on Elton John's life. The designers had to create a fashionable stage-worthy costume that would fit in perfectly with the movie and vibe THE MAN...THE LEGEND....Sir Elton John, and all his fabulousness. Being that it was a MENSWEAR challenge, male models were brought in to model the creations...
Follow The Yellow Brick Road--Costumes from "Rocketman" movie, by Costume Designer Julian Day--On the set of Season 17 "Project Runway" "Rocketman" Challenge, Brooklyn NY
The designers did a FANTASTIC job coming up with dazzling looks ranging from an "Intergalactic Sequined Rocketman", "Denim and Crystals Cowboy", "Avant-garde Zebra-printed High Fashion", to an angel-winged "Elvis"-like Stud...
Nick Verreos with Julian Day's Devil costume for "Rocketman" (lower photo of actor Taran Egerton in the costume)--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
As a Consulting Producer on the show, I had the privilege of taking care of the amazing costumes from Costume Designer
First, here is Mr. Julian Day and his actual Costumes for the movie "Rocketman":
Day Dodgers--"Rocketman" Costume Designer Julian Day showing off his diamante-studded "Elton John Dodgers" onesie costume (it was SOOOOO HEAVY!!!) from the movie "Rokcetman"-- Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Devil Elvis-Elton--Devil Costume designed by Costume Designer Julian Day for "Rocketman" movie--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Pimp Elton--Fur Coat and Silk Shantung-and-Red Crystals Suit, by Julian Day, Costume Designer of "Rocketman" movie--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Piano Man--Piano-like fur coat and gold-and-black outfit, by Julian Day, Costume Designer of "Rocketman" movie--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Peacock Couture--Details of a sequin-and-leather trimmed bomber jacket--by "Rocketman" movie Costume Designer Julian Day--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Dandy Jackets--Jackets designed by Julian Day, Costume Designer of "Rocketman" movie-- Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Fab Shoes--Shoes designed by Julian Day, Costume Designer of "Rocketman" movie--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
And now, my EXCLUSIVE Behind-The-Scenes Photos of the creations from the "Project Runway" designers:
Hot Boys--Models in designs by Season 17 "Project Runway" designers (L to R) Hester Sunshine, Bishme Cromartie and Tessa Clark--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Rocketman Winner--The winning design, worn by model and on the dress form, from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Garo Sparo--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Helping Hands--Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Garo Sparo gets some glue gun assistance form fellow "Project Runway" designer Sonia Kasparian, backstage during the "Last Looks" pre-runway portion--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Denin, Fur and Sequins--"Pimp Cowboy" design from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Bishme Cromartie (in lower photo, working on his design)--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Angel Elvis/Elton--Angel-and-Elvis-inspired design by Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Jhoan "Sebastian" Grey, worn by model--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Le Coq Chic--Avant-garde coat-dress design featuring sequined zebra "print" and coral colored feathers from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Jamall Osterholm--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Turkey Boy--Turkey/Chicken-inspired design from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Hester Sunshine--"Rocketman" Challenge Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Blue Boys--Models backstage in creations from Season 17 "Project Runway" designers (L to R) Venny Etienne and Lela Orr--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Hi Sailor--Design from Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Venny Etienne--"Rocketman" Challenge, Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
Feathers and Fringe--Model in creation by Season 17 "Project Runway" designer Lea Orr--"Rocketman" Challenge (she was OUT as a result--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
"Rocketman" Costume Designer Julian Day and the "Project Runway" judges Brandon Maxwell, Nina Garcia, Elaine Welteroth and Karlie Kloss--Bravo's Season 17 "Project Runway", Brooklyn NY
NICK APPEARANCES.....Hosting Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date" Event: RECAP!
MC Makeup Date--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Recently, I had the opportunity to HOST another great "The Makeup Date" event at Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria! "The Makeup Date" is a very special event devoted to showcasing the latest and greatest in makeup, beauty and fragrance to VIP Bloomingdale's customers...
Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
It's always a BLAST to MC these events. Not only do the guests get to see special demos from top beauty/makeup/fragrance professionals--from Clinique to Estee Lauder, Kiehl's, Hermetica, MAC + many more...they also get a chance to win SUPER DUPER very pricey gift packages! This one was particularly special since it was the day before Mother's Day so...lots of WONDERFUL Mommies got some AMAZING gifts!
Here is my BLOG RECAP and all the photos from the event:
Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Nick Verreos and model at Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date" Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Atmosphere: Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Makeup/Beauty/Fragrance Presentations Pics:
CLINIQUE: Clinique Presentation featuring Julie Warnock, Clinique Lead Makeup Artist--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
HERMETICA--Hermetica Fragrance Presentation featuring Jeffrey Strobel, West Coast Sales Executive--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
KIEHL'S--Kiehl's Presentation, featuring Nicole Levesque, Kiehl's Skincare Expert--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
KILIAN--Kilian Fragrance Presentation, featuring Sara Pinson, Field Executive and Trainer--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
MAC--MAC Makeup Presentation, featuring Robert Marrast, MAC Cosmetics Regional Trainer--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Raffle Boy--Nick Verreos raffling fabulous gifts for Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date" guests--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
Post-Event Meet & Greet Pics:
Makeup Date Meet & Greet--Nick Verreos with guests of Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
That's a Wrap!--Nick Verreos Hosts the Bloomingdale's Spring 2019 "The Makeup Date"--Bloomingdale's Glendale Galleria
May 11, 2019
FIDM.....Red Carpet Designers Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM: BLOG RECAP!
Designer at FIDM--Mark Badgley (far left) and James Mischka (far right) of Badgley Mischka with FIDM Fashion Design Co-Chairs Nick Verreos, David Paul--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM, FIDM
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Last week we had a VERY VIP DESIGNER VISIT at The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising : Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka made a very special visit to FIDM and my better half--and fellow FIDM Fashion Design Program Co-Chair, David Paul--we were there to be part of...
Badgley Mischka Event and Reception at FIDM, Los Angeles
Badgley Mischka were so WONDERFUL doing a special speaking engagement in front of a packed audience of our FIDM students (from many majors!), MC'ed by Stylist and FIDM Instructor Tod Hallman .
Designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM--FIDM Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka with Barbara Bundy, FIDM Vice President of Education--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM, FIDM Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Afterward, we had a lovely lunch plus a VIP Tour of the campus by Barbara Bundy, FIDM Vice President of Education. James and Mark were so wonderful with the students, giving outstanding support, information and invaluable advice on the fashion industry. I also especially loved the "Fashion Gossip" they had from their 30+ years of experience in this crazy industry.
Here are photos from the visit:
Stylist and FIDM Instructor Tod Hallman (far left) with Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM, FIDM Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Designer Lecture--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM, FIDM Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Captive Audience--Nick Verreos and audience at the Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event, FIDM Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
FIDM Students--FIDM students during the Q & A--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event, FIDM Los Angeles
Photos courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Mark Badgley and James Mischka of Badgley Mischka with Tod Hallman--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event, FIDM Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Badgley Mischka Gowns at the Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event, FIDM Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
Badgley Mischka Gowns--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event--FIDM Los Angeles
Badgley Mischka Gowns--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event--FIDM Los Angeles
Scene at the FIDM Student Lounge--Badgley Mischka Visit FIDM Event, FIDM Los Angeles
Photo courtesy of Sean Twomey/ABImages
#Throwback--It had been almost 15 YEARS since I first met Badgley Mischka, when I had been a constant/designer on Season 2 of "Project Runway" back in 2005, and Mark Badgley and James Mischka were the judges of the "Flower Power" Challenge, when we had to create designs using materials from a Flower/Plant Shop (lower photos)
