When I worked as a fashion designer in NYC, I never got to attend any of the fashion shows. That statement may seem odd to some people and it feels awfully strange to write that. But the reality of the fashion industry is deadlines, deadlines and more deadlines. When I worked at Ralph Lauren, the possibility of even going to the fashion show to help dress a model was between slim and none. Dressing models doesn’t sound glamorous but it’s better than sitting at my desk browsing through the runway photos on style.com. Now I’m back in my native Los Angeles, eagerly waiting to see the Spring 2016 season by my favorite designers at New York Fashion Week (known as NYFW for those in the industry). And once again, I’ll be viewing the shows from my laptop. Woe is me.
That is until my friend introduced me to TRINE, an experience boutique agency. They curate memorable experiences around the world in the areas of art, fashion, sports and entertainment for special events and all one has to do is just show up for their luxury package. Sounds like a lustworthy experience to me! Once I was introduced to Abigail, TRINE’s Director of Marketing, I knew I could totally trust her for all fashion insider needs. Abigail and her team of experts would ensure the best possible schedule in NYC. From backstage access complete with designer meet & greets, to private shopping experiences at top designers showrooms and private homes. TRINE’s NYFW itinerary for their clients is more than lustworthy, its on my bucket list now!
After Abigail and I discussed the access TRINE would be providing for their clients, I knew I had to capture this NYC experience in an illustration complete with NYC landmarks and icons. I’ve handpicked illustworthy goodies from the various designers they are working with and captured it all on the runway. My favorite part of this illustration was being inspired by Lie Sang Bong’s butterfly runway background. With his Spring 15 collection, he wanted to “share the positivity that is brought on by the beginning of spring and the promise of a new day.” I was definitely feeling the energy and the promise of a new day in NYC as I painted circles with colors inspired by his background. I can’t wait to see his Spring 2016 collection along with what he has in store for the walls of his runway. In the illustration, Abigail is NYFW’s social butterfly and Tommy Ton, the iconic street style photographer is ready to take a picture of her!
