15May

David Tlale Celebrates 10th Anniversary by Launching Handbag Collection

In celebration of  his 10 years within the fashion industry, world renowned  South African designer,  David Tlale has finally launched a handbag collection!

 
Photo Credit: www.Hautefashionafrica.com
“With its colorful and geometric shapes, the art symbolizes a beautiful aspect of our culture as South Africa. We are a diverse nation (rainbow nation) and we come in all shapes, forms and sizes. As David Tlale celebrates 10 years in the fashion design industry this year, he also wants to pay tribute and homage to Mother Africa. He celebrates the country and continent that have nurtured him throughout his journey as a designer. The women of this country have been so supportive and this bag collection is a little token of appreciation to say “punctuate your gorgeous DT number with a killer DT bag.”

Yes, that’s right ladies. Now you can step out looking  FABULOUS in your favorite David Tlale outfit along with your new David Tlale handbag !

For a sneak peek at the collection , pricing and locations click here .

 

 


13May

Korto Momolu Featured on the Season Finale of the Lisa Robertson QVC Show

This past Friday, Korto Momulu was featured on the season finale of the Lisa Robertson show on QVC along with Creative Director of Elle Magazine, Joe Zee. In this series Korto tells Lisa about her background , her reasoning for moving from  Liberia  to America, how her grade school art teacher influenced her to move forward with fashion design  and how she would describe her line.

 

Check out Korto’s feature below.



16Nov

Designers Choice Fashion Preview: Dallas Edition 2012

 

On November 17th 2012, Liberian designer, Korto Momolu will be hosting Designers Choice Fashion Preview presented by Team Summit. This preview will be featuring designs from Korto’s Spring 2013 collection as well as her kid’s line “One Fish Two Fish” which was co-designed by Erica Warren. For more information please review the above flyer.


14Nov

Inspirations: Incorporate African Fashion to Your Style.

Adding a trend, making a fashion statement and switching up your style is as simple as 1,2,3. The above photo shows a simple top, dressed up by some African inspired print pants and a wedge. Let us know how you incorporate African inspired pieces into your style or any fashion inspirations you have.  You make you own style and fashion.

 

Photo Courtesy: 2020ave.com and naturalbelle.tumblr.com



05Nov

Elections 2012: November 6th — Fashion for Change.

If you ever thought voting was crucial, it has never been more crucial now. Vote tomorrow,   November 6th to determine the rest of your life. Everyone’s future is impacted by how the nation decides tomorrow. The polls are close and tomorrow is the last day to finalize it all. Do not forget, get to the polls early and VOTE! You cannot change something, if you do not lend a hand.

Photo Courtesy: Urban Outfitters


02Nov

Korto Momolu teaming up with CARTI To Build Awareness

On November 9th 2012, Korto Momolu will be teaming up with CARTI tto show a sneak peek of her latest Spring line. CARTI is an organization created to fight cancer in the United States. For more information on the event, please see visit Carti.com or Click Here. Korto supports the fight against cancer, do you?


29Oct

Style and Safety: Korto Edition

Hurricane Sandy is coming! But fashion never sleeps. If you must go out, or if you just want to be stylish at home, pants, dark colors and rain boots are the way to go for today. Stay safe in NYC and the Northeast!

 

Photo: Taken at Korto Momolu NYFW show on Sept 7, 2012


22Oct

Our Black is SO Beautiful: Stella Vaudran

 

 

BE Magazine Paris - November 2012

Model, Stella Vaudran looks STELLAR in the BE Magazine 2012 photo shoot. Notice the small things too. The hint of color? The pin on her chest? All enough to bring this photo to life, and pleasing our eyes.

 

Photo: BE Magazine Paris


19Oct

Gorgeous in… Patterned Green.

 

Green: the color of envy yet hope, life and emeralds. Well, envy this masterpiece that gives life off and on the runway and can be accessorized with emeralds. Perfect description, isn’t it?

 


15Oct

Korto Flashback: Fashion Magicians.

 

The above design is a piece from Korto Momolu’s Spring 2011 Collection. It’s proof of how much Korto stays true to herself and her style. Can you pinpoint the similarities in Korto’s past and present collections? A great collection keeps the classics yet continues to grow; like magic on the runway.  Korto is magic on the runway.


12Oct

Highlight: Miss USA, What Are You Wearing?

In the most recent NYFW showcase, guess who showed up to support Korto Momolu? Miss USA Olivia Culpo, herself; accompanied by Miss Universe Leila Lopes and Miss Teen USA Logan West. She was wearing a Korto Momolu original and looked absolutely stunning.  Leave your comments on her dress. We think she couldn’t have worn it any better.

 



10Oct

Runway Exclusive: Outrageous Orange

Orange: The BOLDEST color on the color wheel, a color for excitement, beauty and outrageous characteristics.

This piece says it all in one solid color. Orange matches any skin tone, and any figure. The not too long,  not too short hemline fits any height woman and of course, can be worn at any occasion.

 

How do you wear your orange?

 


05Oct

Dangerous in a White Dress?

White is supposed to symbolize purity but getting a little dirty was never wrong, especially in a white dress. This dress shows and hides just enough, leaving your spectators to want more. With a high neck line and above the knee hemline, who wouldn’t want to sin with you?

 


03Oct

Work or Play: How do you pattern?

 

Solid blacks can always be tuned up with a patterned black and white. To work or for a little after work fun, this sophisticated outfit can be worn anywhere and worn with class.  Who said class can’t be bought?

 








31Aug

Shop Korto Momolu | Project Runway Alumni Design Dresses for Lord & Taylor

Wheeeww (throws confetti)  Project Runway’s 10th anniversary – party time- and to celebrate, Lord & Taylor has one designer from each season creating a look (under $350).

The collective includes looks from Project Runway  designers like Jay McCarroll , Nick Verreos, Chris March and yes, our very own Korto Momolu. Team Korto is definitely crashing the party during Lord & Taylor’s Fashions Night Out event, at their flagship store on 39th and 5th which will be featuring all the designers. lordandtaylor.com.

Link : NYMAG