Spring always brings with it lighter and brighter colors. Well, this Spring 2012 is no different when it comes to Diane Von Fustenberg’s new line; except that she presented a taste of old Hollywood, reminiscent of Grace Kelly’s style and hints of Givenchy 40 years ago with a bold set of prints, and I simply loved every piece!

Like elegant swans, the models practically floated above the runway to the ever-so-fitting music, Ravel’s Bolero. Chado Ralph Rucci’s Spring 2012 runway show can be described only as visually breathtaking.

Held at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher’s Hall, Made in Africa: Arise showcased Africa’s most talented designers. The show was spectacularly large, milking every bit of production value the venue had to offer.

During Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, Agenda Magazine made its way backstage before the show. I was able to interview the key hair and makeup people, plus I got a bonus when top model Cecily Lopez spoke with me candidly about her career.

Designer Coco Johnsen showcased her Spring 2012 collection at Vibiana during Style Fashion Week LA. As expected, her clothes consisted of beautifully constructed designs and a breathtaking array of rich colors with high-end fabrics poised for the red carpet.

Coming back from a hiatus, Gen Art is better than ever with their Fresh New Faces competition. From the attention to details backstage, with dressing, styling, and presenting the models and clothes on the runway to really putting on an exciting and well produced series of runway shows, Gen Art did it well at Vibiana during Style Fashion Week LA. Avatar star Zoe Saldana opened the show and the talented young designers showcased their new designs.

Flash of Flare is a fashion editorial with three models, Kira Dikhtyar, Lili, and Chihiro Niuya shot with a single flare behind each model.

For those of you who have seen The Book of Mormon you’ll understand when I say “WOW!” For those of you who have not seen it, GO NOW! A caveat for some to the latter statement might be that you do your research on the show first. Then go and see for yourself. Whatever one’s reaction to seeing The Book of Mormon might be, it is safe to say that there has never been anything like it on Broadway.

Independent filmmakers have so much to juggle. First they have to coordinate the shoot, and this is after a script is selected, cast, and the crew is in place.

Model, television personality, and comedienne Claudia Jordan has a busy schedule and unlike your average person, Claudia jet sets, and is in and out of production makeup on a regular basis.