On March 10th, Neiman Marcus celebrated The Art of Fashion and hosted their annual “The Belle of the Ball” fashion event at Garden State Plaza in Paramus. The event showcased designs by Herve Leger, Joanna Mastroianni, Helen Morley, Roland Nivelais, and Barbara Tfank. Looks from the show ranged from Hitchcock inspired gowns, mother of the bride dresses, to art deco drama. Aside from the fashion, Trish McEvoy makeup artists were there to aid in the glam and Frederic Sage were the jewels of choice. VUE was there to cover the event, an occasion which displayed the high fashion at Neiman Marcus.
Responsible for introducing Prada to the red carpet, and the reason why we see a fusion between fashion and film, former costume designer Barbara Tfank has designed for some of Hollywood’s greatest, creating looks for celebrities such as Adele, first lady Michelle Obama, Kate Winslet, and Uma Thurman. As far as her latest collection goes, beauty was the source of her inspiration. Tfank said, “There’s so much ugliness in the world. I just wanted to make beautiful clothes that make people happy, and give a sense of well-being.” Tfank is most commonly known for her choice of fabric, many of which she actually designs herself (including the florals featured at the show). All of her textiles are imported from France and her garments feature details such as embroidered tulle, velvet, and beading, an embodiment of refined glamour.
Fellow New Jerseyan Helen Morley is famous for her couture evening gowns which featured intricate lace details. Her spring/summer looks were, “an evolution of past collections,” Morley said. “The idea is that simple is beautiful, and also sophisticated.” In Morley’s designs, the fabric spoke first while her silhouettes remained classic and timeless. Her gowns are most commonly seen on mothers of the bride and groom, and successfully walk a fine line between modern and age appropriate. “Women just want to look like the most fabulous versions of themselves,” Morley added.
Makeup for the models was provided by Trish McEvoy, and each look was consistent with the “less is more” spring/summer trend, featuring dewy skin and defined lash lines. And in order to achieve that signature glow, resident Trish McEvoy artist for Neiman Marcus at Garden State Plaza, Dana Romano, used the Trish McEvoy Beauty Booster Serum. Models also wore Frederic Sage jewelry, full of colorful and diverse gems that co-president Brian Sage proudly admitted are one of a kind. “What makes us different from most designers is that we try to the capture beauty and essence of every stone.” It was with those additions and final touches that each look felt complete, and more importantly, highlighted the designs.
MORE Fashion STORIES
Get an inside vue on the latest in luxury. You heard it here first.