Month: September 2024

Atlanta /

Atlanta Fashion Week Returns October 2-7, 2024

Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is back from October 2-7, 2024, with a highly anticipated lineup of cutting-edge fashion, art, and culture. Over the course of five days, attendees will be treated to an exciting blend of runway shows, interactive pop-ups, insightful panel discussions, captivating art installations, and exclusive after-parties.

This year’s edition promises to showcase the innovation and creativity that ATLFW is known for, featuring global designers from Houston and Dallas, TX, New York, Senegal, the United Kingdom, Ghana, Nigeria, Atlanta, and beyond.

One of the most talked-about moments of the event will be the highly anticipated return of iconic brands FUBU and Coogi, each returning to the runway after 15+ years.

 

Event Highlights:

Opening Night Party (October 2): Kicking off with an invite-only party, ATLFW and Gentleman Jack will honor the founders of FUBU at this exclusive event.

Runway Shows (October 3-4): Showcasing designers from around the world, including Houston and Dallas, TX, New York, Senegal, the UK, Ghana, Nigeria, Atlanta, and more. This year will highlight a powerful fusion of cultures and fashion perspectives, all capped by the return of FUBU and COOGI.

October 4: ATLFW x Sneaker Ball Afterparty – 8pm to 1am – Stave Room

Bloomingdale’s x ATLFW will return for the 2nd Annual Pop-Up Experience (October 5-6) featuring 16 fashion and beauty brands. Attendees will also enjoy panel discussions, moderated by Dennis Murphy of The Conference Room Podcast, with guest speakers such as Edwina Kulego, VP of International & Men’s at Informa, Monica Awe-Etuk, popular content creator, and Keinon Johnson, music executive.

FUBU Archive: An Art Installation (October 7-20): FUBU’s rich legacy will be honored with an exclusive FUBU Archive installation, curated by famed artist Jiggy Korean, running from October 7-20 at Buckhead Art & Co., in partnership with Patrón. The installation will provide a unique look at FUBU’s groundbreaking journey through fashion, blending art and culture to celebrate its lasting impact.

 

Sponsors and Partners

ATLFW 2024 is proudly supported by a lineup of premier partners, including returning official automotive sponsor BMW, Fulton County Arts & Culture, FACE (Fashion Art Culture), Bloomingdale’s, Jack Daniel’s Gentleman Jack, SJC Ventures, Edition Magazine, The Look by Joi, Sneaker Ball ATL, Patrón, Buckhead Art & Co, and many more.

 

For the full event schedule and ticket information, visit www.atlantafashionweek.co.

About Atlanta Fashion Week

Atlanta Fashion Week serves as a vital incubator for fashion talent and visual artists, nurturing the development of future iconic brands. As a leading discovery platform, we support disruptors who are transforming the fashion industry with fresh perspectives and bold ideas.

Bringing together international and U.S.-based brands, Atlanta Fashion Week emphasizes strategic retail partnerships, experiential marketing, and pipeline programs to promote growth. Our platform goes beyond showcasing trendsetting designs; we create innovative programs that pave the way for brands to excel in the global market. Positioned at the intersection of fashion, art, music, and culture, we highlight a diverse array of designers, styles, and visual artists, solidifying our role in shaping the future of fashion and providing both established and emerging brands with the opportunity to scale, whether direct to consumer or through wholesale channels.

Accessories /

Malan Breton SS 2025 Collection: New York Fashion Week

Malan Breton presented his SS 2025 collection, based on the themes of Betrayal,  Revenge, and Hope during New York Fashion Week.

 

The collection, inspired by fairy tales of the 19th and 20th century, consists of strong, sinuous looks designed in leather, silk, summer weight wools, silk brocades, and the fine tailoring Breton has become internationally known for. Models were accessorized with Ladies Coutura Collection watches by Seiko Watch of America.

 

Breton composed the soundtrack for the show that was DJ’ed by Zeke Thomas (Son of Isiah Thomas) at the show which took place in New York City and was presented by EPNFW.  The hair team was led by stylist to the stars Marco Maranghello, and beauty team led by the Emmy Nominated Vincenza Carovillano. The Fashion Show was closed by star model, Elton Ilirjani.

 

An exclusive afterparty that night at DOM featured performances by Quincy, Ben Hazelwood, and the sounds of Grippa who has recently collaborated with critically acclaimed songwriter Wendy Starland, with a Deejay set by Zeke Thomas.

 

Notable Attendees included: Malan Breton, Princess Jazmin Grimaldi, Ian Mellankamp, Crystal Waters, Quincy, Jean Shafiroff, Consuelo Vanderbilt, Michael Musto, Carmen D’Alessio, SAG Award Winner Jessica Pimentel, Tony Award Winner Baayork Lee, Tony Award winner Danny Burstein, Pierre Crespeau, and Ben Hazlewood.

 

 

ABC /

Two-Time Emmy-Winning Host Tamron Hall Returns As Host and Executive Producer of the Second Longest-Running Syndicated Talk Show Produced by Disney #tamronhallshow

On the heels of celebrating its season five milestone, the nationally syndicated daytime show “Tamron Hall” will make its triumphant return for a highly anticipated sixth season on Tuesday, Sept. 3 (check local listings). Hosted and executive produced by Emmy®-winning Tamron Hall, the daily talk show’s forthcoming season kicks off with a September to remember! Can’t-miss, exclusive interviews and star-studded performances from Miranda Lambert, Quincy Brown, Chloe Bailey, Method Man, Dolly Parton, Sanaa Lathan, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Eve, Lil Rel Howery, Ina Garten, Jay Pharoah, Yara Shahidi, as well as a special live set from “The Reunion Tour” with Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Marvin Sapp and Fred Hammond. Stay tuned for more incredible guests throughout the season!

Season six will also focus on the theme of “nurture” as well as bring viewers more inspirational, entertaining and topical conversations. The season will also feature a new theme song by the seven-time GRAMMY®-nominated and NAACP Image Award-winning duo The Baylor Project.

“Tamron Hall” was recently honored with three nominations for the 2024 Daytime Emmy Awards, including Best Daytime Talk Series Host, an award Hall has won twice. The daytime talk show was also nominated for an NAACP Image Award and GLAAD Media Award in 2024. “Tamron Hall” has already become the second longest-running syndicated talk show produced by ABC News’ parent company, Disney.

Since its debut in September 2019, “Tamron Hall” continues to be one of television’s highest-rated daytime shows, consistently delivering standout moments that become central to the cultural conversation. Season five highlights included exclusive daytime interviews with Mary J. Blige, Kenan Thompson, Angela Bassett, Elizabeth Hurley, Jerrod Carmichael, Christie Brinkley, Teyana Taylor, Ronda Rousey, Druski, GloRilla, Luenell, DC Young Fly and others.

Tamron said: “I’m so grateful to the Tam Fam for all their support over the past five seasons. Season six is our love letter to the Tam Fam. It’s going to be bigger, brighter and full of surprises!”

“After celebrating our season five milestone, we couldn’t be more excited to be back in the studio with the Tam Fam for season six,” said Quiana Burns, executive producer. “We’re bringing you big exclusives, tackling topics everyone is talking about, and discovering new talent. Let’s go, Tam Fam!”

“Tamron Hall” is produced by ABC News and is distributed in national syndication by Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution. The show is executive produced by Tamron Hall and Quiana Burns. The show broadcasts from New York City and features a dynamic mix of live and taped shows.

“Tamron Hall” airs on ABC Owned Television Stations and leading broadcast groups, including Hearst, Scripps, Sinclair, CMG, Nexstar, Tegna, Gray and AMG. The ABC Owned Stations carrying “Tamron Hall” are WABC-TV New York, KABC-TV Los Angeles, WLS-TV Chicago, WPVI-TV Philadelphia, KGO-TV San Francisco, KTRK-TV Houston, WTVD-TV Raleigh-Durham and KFSN-TV Fresno.

For times and channels, go to www.TamronHallShow.com and follow the show on social media @TamronHallShow.