Memoirs of a Fashionista from the RS Pop Up Holiday Bazaar

It was just after the Turkey season and we wanted to out develop a unique way to kick off the shopping spirit. From this desire the Emerging Designers 2009 Holiday Bazaar was conceived!

I looked diligently for an eclectic group of 10 talented designers; a medley of emerging musicians; and a brand new to market spirit to sip on.. all at a location that fosters the creative world, the Roger Smith Hotel.

We assembled a penthouse full of gifted people- mingling, shopping, networking, performing, drinking…
Designer dresses by Dolita Paris
Architectural and versatile knitwear from Gail Travis
Transformational forms by Nicole Arama
Delicately crafted silver by Alex Pimienta
Hand manufactured silk and velvet scarfs by Peter Charles
Exuberant and funky designs from MacKenzie-Childs
Little treasures of art to wear by Geri Roucaute
Sensuality enhancing lingerie from Claudia Ochoa
Environmentally conscious tote bags by Shira Entis and Alexandra Bell
And an argan miracle bottled by Jebel

But it didn’t stop at the clothes. Actually here, this is the replay:
You come off the elevator to the Roger Smith penthouse and are offered a refreshing glass of Voli, a new low calorie vodka (finally!) enhanced with electrolytes, and it was smooth! You enter a room filled with acoustic performances by independent local artists singing everything from rock to folk to reggae and wander throughout to a collection of designers displaying their creations.

In one night our guests were able to unwind from their day with Voli, listen and take in some cultural music performances and find unique treasures from friends and family for the holidays- and a few grabbed a treasure or two for themselves. I know I did

Can’t wait for the next shopping event with RS POP! www.rspopshop.com

- Melissa Gonzalez, host of Homemade BFF’s: Beauty, Fashion & Fitness.

From the Invite:
On December 7th and 8th, we will be showcasing some of our favorite emerging designers from Homemade BFF’s and Roger Smith Life.
The event will take place each night from 6-10pm at The Roger Smith Hotel- 501 Lexington Avenue, NYC.
Designers scheduled to participate at our shopping party:
NFP Studio by Gail Travis
DOLITA by Dolita Paris
Lejkarama by Lejka Sievert and Nicole Arama
Poupette by Geri Roucaute
CLO Intimo by Claudia Ochoa
Fleabags by Shira Entis and Alexandra Bell
Peter Charles Scarfs
Alex Pimienta Jewelry
Victoria &; Richard MacKenzie-Childs
Argan Oil Beauty by Jebel

You can learn more at www.rspopshop.com

John Knowles and Melissa Gonzalez

MORE EVENT PICS AT: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=358729&id=678890432&l=66bfb51625

On Thursday Sept 17th, Dolita Paris debuted her Spring 2010 line at the Empire Hotel in NYC. Dolita is no stranger to the fashion industry.