Hollywood was buzzing with excitement on the evening of November 13, 2024, as The Blue Jacket Fashion Show made its highly anticipated Los Angeles debut, kicking off LA Fashion Week in the heart of Tinseltown. The W Hotel transformed into a chic haven for celebrities, influencers, and icons, each adorned in blue—a symbol of unity in the fight against prostate cancer. It was a night where glamour met purpose, proving that style can be a powerful voice for change. Founded in New York, this sixth edition of The Blue Jacket Fashion Show brought its signature blend of sophistication and purpose to the West Coast, uniting the worlds of fashion and health awareness in a way only Hollywood could.
Not too long after 6 p.m., the lights dimmed, and all eyes turned to Frederick Anderson, the designer and visionary behind the show, who took to the runway with a poignant introduction. Anderson shared the history and mission of The Blue Jacket Fashion Show, his words echoing through the room. Speaking passionately about the risks of prostate cancer, especially for men of African American, Asian, and Hispanic descent, Anderson’s message was simple yet powerful: early detection saves lives. For many in the room, his words resonated beyond fashion, underscoring the purpose of the evening—to raise awareness and inspire action.
Jason ALA, Oncology Nation Sales Director at Johnson & Johnson, followed Anderson’s remarks with sobering statistics, emphasizing that routine prostate exams could mean the difference between life and death. Sheri Barros, Chief Marketing Director at Zero Prostate Cancer, brought the message home with her practical advice, offering insight into the strides being made in prostate cancer awareness. She then introduced actress Holly Robinson Peete, who opened the runway show as the first model—and the only female—to grace the catwalk that evening.
A Runway to Remember
The night’s lineup read like a who’s who of Hollywood. Holly Robinson Peete, resplendent in Frederick Anderson Collection, led the charge, her presence radiating elegance and purpose, embodying the evening’s seamless blend of glamour and advocacy.
The runway was a parade of personalities, each donning designs that ranged from edgy to classic. Influencer Joey Zuzig brought modern flair in Arjona Collection. Young actor Tay Atkins, making his Blue Jacket debut, turned heads in an Epperson creation, signaling the entrance of a fresh talent in the fashion world.
Then came Ty-Ron Mayes—Agenda magazine’s “Fashion Whisperer”—whose style choices are as much a statement as his title suggests. Mayes, a celebrity stylist with an unmistakable eye for detail, owned the runway in a trio of designs: Barabas, Thierry Mugler, and Patricia Field. Known for transforming high fashion into art, he left an lasting mark on the show, mixing daring cuts with bold textures, and creating an image of style that lingered in the audience’s minds long after he exited.
“It was a night where glamour met purpose, proving that style can be a powerful voice for change.”
Other standouts included actor and singer Eric West in Terry Singh, Paul Telfer from Days of Our Lives in Donna Karan’s Urban Zen line, and reality star Marshall Glaze of Love Is Blind fame, in a stylish combination from SpaceOne Industries and Levi’s.
Notably, actor Carl Clemons-Hopkins from Hacks exuded sophistication in Kyle’Lyk, while prostate cancer survivor Randy Kam proudly took to the runway in Callaway Apparel, his appearance a testament to the evening’s mission. Variety’s Marc Malkin in Robert Talbott, and LGBT advocate Omar Sharif Jr. in Bugatchi brought their own style and purpose to the event, while the final act of the evening saw actor Harold Perrineau of Lost fame in The Salting, accentuated with pins by Megan Guip/Wilhelm.
The crescendo came as Michael Richards—Kramer from Seinfeld—closed the show, striding down the runway in a piece from Stephen-F. Richards’s appearance was a fitting finale, the audience erupting in applause for a night that had been as entertaining as it was enlightening.
An Evening of Icons and Influence
The glamour didn’t stop at the runway. Among the star-studded audience was supermodel Janice Dickinson, sitting front row with her signature poise, Ciarra Pardo (Chief Creative Officer, Fenty Corp., and President and Founder, Mi Ojo), Chaz Dean (Founder of Wen), jazz-fusion legend Bunny Brunel, and an array of social media influencers, each dressed to impress. The collective energy in the room was unmistakable, a rare blend of Hollywood glam and social consciousness that made the event feel like more than just a fashion show—it was a movement.
The evening owed much of its polish to key sponsors and collaborators, including LAFW: A N4XT Experience, Slate PR, CCPR by Chris Constable, Deborah Hughes PR, W Hotels, Nailing Hollywood, and NY Makeup Academy, each lending their support to elevate the event’s impact. Their efforts, combined with Anderson’s vision, transformed The Blue Jacket Fashion Show into more than a debut—it was an unforgettable opening night for LA Fashion Week, and a call to action that went beyond the glitz and glam of the catwalk.
By the time the last model left the stage, it was clear that the night was a triumph. The Blue Jacket Fashion Show had not only dazzled its Los Angeles audience but had fulfilled its mission: to inspire, to educate, and to remind men everywhere of the importance of prostate health. This was more than fashion—it was a testament to the power of awareness and early detection, wrapped in a night of elegance, influence, and undeniable Hollywood style.
Images Courtesy of The Blue Jacket Fashion Show
