Wee're Baaaack...

Hi everyone! Missed you guys lots! as Maury mentioned before, I have been under the weather but I'm getting better by the minute. I was feeling so guilty for neglecting the blog, I literally could not get up from my bed but now that I have some energy, I really wanted to post something cool for you guys while Maury works on her pictures from her recent trip to beautiful Costa Rica.  Unfortunately, I haven't been able to do any shoots lately so I figure why not post some pre-baby pics. I think you will see how badly I may have been in need of a meal or two, LOOL!  But seriously I still need to lose the last 15 pregnancy pounds..I've been saying that for months, lool. Anyway, hope you enjoy the pics and I promise soon Maury and I will have some wicked stuff up! PS: do I look different in these pics to you??

In my favorite Costume National top (which you will see alot of!), Moschino skirt, Louboutins

 

Valentino top,H&M jeans, Miu Miu boots

 

In Balenciaga top and Brave corset belt

 

In Costume National top, Azzedine Alaia skirt and Givenchy shoes

 

With my Marc Jacobs Amy Hobo and mom's old boots :-)

 

In Rachel Roy top, H&M skirt and Givenchy shoes (the gentleman is Peter Koval, the photographer I work with for Harper's Bazaar Espanol.)

 

In AA top, Sweetface skirt and YSL Tribute shoes

 

In Costume National top, Herve Leger skirt and handmade belt from Buenos Aires

Sorry for the lack of postings

Gisela and I apologize for the lack of postings this past week. I was in Costa Rica for Memorial Weekend and Gisela was not only moving to her new apartment but she was also under the weather. She is now recuperating and will get back to our blog soon. In the meantime, I will be taking care of the postings till she feels better. For now, I will leave you with a pic of me in Costa Rica. I will post more pics of my trip this weekend after I go over the thousand of pics my sisters and I took. I will introduce you to them as well. Gisela and I both have big families and we are all very close despite the sibling rivalry, LOL.

 

I was appreciating the view of the Arenal in Costa Rica. It was such a soothing place. I will post pics soon!

 

I am wearing Paper Denim shorts, Flower Print top purchased in the Heights, and Old Navy Chancletas, like us Dominicans call it.

"IN THE HEIGHTS"

A couple weeks ago I went to see "In the Heights" a Broadway Musical depicting the lives of a vibrant knit community at the top of the island of Manhattan known as "Washington Heights." Washington Heights its where Gisela and I grew up at and still live at. Well, Gisela recently just moved to Jersey City, NJ but her family still remains in the Heights. The name of our blog derived for our love for our neighborhood and our innate love and passion for fashion, all combined "Heights of Fashion" was born.   

Let me briefly state that I am not a bonafide theater critic but what I experienced while watching this Musical was breathtaking, and overall an enjoyable lifetime experience. Not only because I identified with a lot of the characters, but because it just took me back to my roots and my beloved neighborhood, and the dreams that our parents instill in us as kids. According to the "In the Heights" website this musical It's a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Find out what it takes to make a living, what it costs to have a dream, and what it means to be home.

My friends have been harassing me to go see this Musical for a couple years now. I finally went to see it and felt ashamed I didn't go sooner. When I arrived at the theater I was in shock of how good they replicated the stage as if was really in the heights. The music was amazing, like seriously! It was a combination of the best Caribbean Music all in one from Salsa and Merengue with a strong hip hop street vibe that brings this story of a working class neighborhood to life. It was explosive to my ears! One of the things I enjoyed the most was that the music carried you through the reflections of dreams as seen by latinos that immigrated to the US in pursuit of a better life and their children who struggle with how to make that dream their reality. Throughout the two hours that I remained seated, I just wanted to stand up and jump on stage and sing and dance to the rhythm of the music. It was so energetic!

I was a very proud Latina watching this musical and was really amazed by the way we Latinos in the heights were portrayed. I know it touched many hearts even those people that were not Latinos. There were characters like Abuela, Benny and Sonny that at one point in our lives we have met and identified with. For anyone that is not familiar with the Latino experience as portrayed in this musical, it gives a great glimpse into the strong sense of Familia that is present in many Barrios. There is so much to say about this show, I do not want to delve any deeper for fear of saying too much and spoiling what promises to be a carnival of music and visual imagery that only a play set in Latino NYC can bring you.

"In The Heights" was overall an authentic story about Latinos that did not have to weave tales of drugs and gang life into the narrative in order to make for an interesting "peek" into nuestras vidas.I am happy to have discovered this show and the experience makes me feel as if there will be many more of our stories told on Broadway in the near future! I truly recommend all of you to go see if if you live in NYC or come to visit! I am so happy that it won the 2008 Tony for Best Musical! Congrats "In the Heights"!!!

 

I was wearing Barbara Bui Grey Silk Blazer, AA tee, Derek Lam Ram bag, Dolce Gabbana Bling Bling watch, Guess Fringe Boots, and Superfine Skinny Jeans. I actually wanted to pull off an outfit with different Hues of grey but couldn't find my grey boots. They must be in storage!

 

Maury with one of the dancers.

 

Maury with cast member Christopher Jackson as(Benny). While watching this musical I was falling in love with him! OMG, his voice is just beautiful.

Obsessed with Black...

My co-workers have been getting annoyed lately by my obsession with black. I have been wearing black nonstop for the past months. I think it all started in January and I can't really point down the reason for wearing too much black. My co-workers keep asking me if I am mourning or I am just depressed or whatever the reason is, but I just feel very comfortable in black. Nonetheless, a couple weeks ago Gisela and I went to the Cavalli and Gianfranco Ferre sample sale where I got some amazing pieces that I have yet to wear and post. One of the pieces I got was this beautiful Black Wool/Silk Blend Jacket from Cavalli with a a Silk Shantung watermark print. I am in love with it and can't wait to wear it out this upcoming fall. This Cavalli jacket has an Edwardian style and fits really nicely. I love the fit, the tailoring, the shape and the texture of the lapel.

FIY- NO THIS IS NOT HOW I DRESS TO WORK. THIS WAS MY OUTFIT FOR A NIGHT OUT WITH FRIENDS.

 

 

I am wearing Just Cavalli Jacket, F21 Slashed Leggings, Tanks by F21, Nicholas Kirkwood Knockoff Shoes by gojane.com

 

 

I am not too crazy about the knockoffs and might just give them to my sister and save for my Kirkwoods. Gisela has an amazing pair that I are absolutely gorgeous, I can't wait till she shows you guys.

 

 

You can see the beautiful textured Lapel here.

 

 

I  Got too close to the door...please don't mind the white chalk on the bottom jacket

 

 

Various jewelry from Kenneth Jay Lane, F21, nOir, Aldo, and some purchased in the Heights.

Parsons Night out!

Maury and I were invited to attend Parsons' 10th annual Fashion Studies line debut this past Thursday.  This exciting yearly event features the designs of graduating students of Parson's AAS (Associate in Applied Science) program. These lucky and, of course, talented students will have their designs make their way into the floors of Bloomingdale's this fall. Fern Mallis, the Senior VP of IMG Fashion and founder of Fashion Week, was in attendance along with Betsey Johnson who presented Mallis the first-ever AAS Icon Award. Also honored at the event was Jenny Kao, an AAS alum who has successfully launched her own ready-to-wear womens' line since graduating.  Needless to say, Maury and I felt this class of 2009 was super innovative and you couldn't deny the Japanese influence all around. We definitely had a blast!

Let's first start off with what we wore: Gisela wore her amazing Martin Margiela Coat, Boots by Zigi Soho,t-shirt by AA, F21 Ripped Jeans, Louis Vuitton Clutch, Frederick's of Hollywood gloves. Maury wore and incredible wool/silk Louis Feraud Blazer, F21 Tank Tops, AA Zippered leggings, Guess Fringe Boots and Jimmy Choo "Ramona" bag.


 

Here we both are pictured (individually) with the looking-younger-than-ever" Mizz Betsey Johnson:

 

And with fashion industry trailblazer Ms. Fern Mallis:

 

Here Maury chats with one of her favorite designers of the night, Tina So. The look she designed was probably the most popular of the night what with its Balmain/Balenciaga influence and all:

And here I am pictured with one of my faves, Calvin Bryant. Why do I think of Daphne Guiness when I see this?

Below we featured a few of the amazing designs displayed:

There were so many fashion-forward attendees, we just had to feature some!







 

 

And finally. some outtakes, LOL!








 

Here's another of Maury's favorites, model Simon of Major, LOL!

PS: Maury just purchased her first Canon SLR and although she's still learning how to use it, she still managed to take some amazing pics! I was lucky enough to shoot a few myself :-) Stay tuned for some kick-ass pics from now on!!