Fashion’s Night Out

Be prepared for a busy evening on Above’s Roof Top. Browse Rafael’s bespoke exotic leather belts and shoes, take a glamour shot with 20/20 Photography, dress up your phone and more with Frances Moncho SLG & Accessories, receive a mini coaching session with Risa Olinsky,  meet with Allison from the Bridal Nook, dress to impress at Robin Ross, and decorate your home with candles and more from the Candle Shop. Dine, Drink & Shop while you enjoy some added entertainment from Artie Miller as he wows you with his magic.  Our night will conclude with a special appearance from Chris Akinyemi. Come and experience something fabulous!

* This event will be moved to the 3rd floor in event of rain.

Rafael’s bespoke exotic leather belts, shoes

Rafael is the best kept secret in town, disguised as the local shoe repair shop ‘Leather Shop’, this master craftsman knows everything about exotic skins. Rafael has been making handbags, shoes and belts for over 30 years and is the house atelier (shoes/belts) for the Metropolitan Opera house in New York and notable other fashion brands. At SO Fashion Night Out Rafael’s signature python, ostrich men’s and women belts, bespoke shoes and handbags will be for sale. With snake the biggest trend for Fall/Winter 2011 this is the collection is elegant versatile and offers great value for latest design.

 20/20 Photography

A family based business of photographer’s that include a sister and two brothers. The 20/20 Photography, is new to South Orange but there’s a great chance you’ve seen their work featured in publications such as The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Hip Hop Weekly and featured online at ESPN.com, GETTY.com, BET, MTV, VH1 and E.com Industry events…… you name it, they’ve covered it.  This creative family of native New Yorkers have brought their talents to South Orange, their state of the art studio is located at 8 West South Orange Av, South Orange 07079. Specializing  in weddings, communions, bar mitzvah, family portraiture, fashion, glamour, beauty and  prom coverage, they provide solutions for all photographic needs.

For Fashion Night Out, they will be on hand offering glamour shots to the fashionista’s of South Orange. For the  unreal and incredible  price of  $10.00 this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get a professional glamour shot taken by truly talented and experienced photographers.

Frances Moncho SLG & Accessories

While the handbag will always be our BFF, well selected accessories as belts, wallets and personalised phone cases really make a difference this Fall and Winter. Frances Moncho is a new luxury small leather goods collection which takes it cue’s from English Smythson and Italian Valdextra.  An elegant designer python iPhone case which double as a mini clutch come is 10 colors,  Blackberry cases in sumptuous ostrich for women and sturdy buffalo for men. The collection also encompassed elegant ladies belts, wallets and cardholders, all in fashion latest trend exotics skins and hand made in the South Orange New Jersey.

The mini iPhone, IPad cases and ladies wallet will be offered  in deep fall glazed  hued python and as well as a wide variety of colors in solid python.  Fall brights must haves Cobalt, deep purple and bright orange  are selected for  contemporary  ostrich for the blackberry gals. Classic Russian red, hunter green and black & white lizard for understate elegance are available for bespoke products..

The collection stands out for combining  style and functionality but doesn’t shy away from color either.

All products will be on pre-order for wholesale prices for the local community only. The collection will be available for the Holiday season at major department stores and leading online retailers with its debut scheduled at Gilt.com October 2011.

 Risa Olinsky

“What is beauty when it doesn’t start from within?” Let’s talk about feeling and looking great from the inside out.  Maplewood/South Orange powerhouse, Risa Olinsky is the poster child for vitality. That’s why the New York Times titled her column just that “Vitality”. Nationally recognized coach and speaker, Olinsky will join us for SO Fashion Night Out offering mini-coaching sessions. Schedule your appointment ahead or sign up when you arrive. http://www.risaolinsky.com/

The Bridal Nook

Indulge yourself in the many services and unparalleled designs which can only be provided by Allison Teixeira, a wedding and event designer of The Bridal Nook (formerly Maplewood Bridal Image). The Bridal Nook is a full service bridal & special occasion business specializing in custom designs and complete wedding planning & coordination – the affordable necessity!. In the business for about 12 years and sewing for over 20 years, Allison offers expert bridal alterations and custom designs. Special projects include bridal gown build up for Jewish ceremonies; custom veils, hand beading and other embellishments; complete bridal party alterations; Wardrobe analysis & design; custom prom dresses…!  Allison combines her skills in image, etiquette, design and event planning to offer a unique service to her clients. This results in her ability to accurately identify her clients’ needs and design the whole look and feel of the event, garment, or fashion personality . With today’s budgets and high demand to create the “WOW” event, she not only knows how to get things done, but can visualize the event, party or wedding before it happens, ensuring that her clients’ events unfold effortlessly.

 The Little Candle Shop

Relax. . . Light a Candle!  Established in March 2000, The Little Candle Shop is an eclectic candle boutique boasting an impressive collection of over 100 aromatic escapes from the Votivo and Trapp collections. Their unique fragrances are meticulously formulated and layered to reflect depth, richness, and complexity. The collections are comprised of hand-poured aromatic candles in heavy glass; travel tins, burning sticks, fragrance mists, reed diffusers, rustic tapers and votives – the perfect gift for all occasions!

Robyn Ross Clothing

Robyn Ross was voted best Women’s Clothing boutique in New Jersey for 2010 and 2011.  She has also been featured in such publications as Park Place Magazine, InStore Magazine, the New Jersey Jewish News and Suburban Essex/Vicinity Magazine.  Robyn Ross offers and unparalled selection of contemporary women’s clothing and fine jewelry.  She can outfit you for a season or simply for a Saturday night out.  Her jewelry is stunning!!  The diamonds and gemstones are like candy just waiting to be bought.  Not only can you walk out with an eyepopping bauble, but Robyn custom designs jewelry too!