What's New: Simon Duncan Collection S/S2010

You know I like to keep you in the loop, but I confess, I have never heard of the Simon Duncan collection prior to receiving this image in my inbox!

But from their PR info, it seems like the line's founder is Trinidadian by birth! In fact, just go ahead, read for yourself, and find out some more about Simon Duncan:

October 7th, New York, NY: Brooklyn’s own Mel Simon will be presenting his latest and most vibrant collection entitled “Born in Brooklyn,” for his 'Simon Duncan' fashion label’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection.

The showing will take place on Saturday October 31^st 2009 at Kai Studios, 1011 Dean Street Brooklyn, NY 11238. This show promises to be a festive and memorable event!

Fashion designer, entrepreneur and former Wall Street veteran, Mel Simon was born on the beautiful island of Trinidad and Tobago.

With a passion for fashion, Mel went onto attending the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Mel pursued his fashion career as a pattern maker for Christian Francis Roth, and has spent several years at Carmen Marc Valvo.

Some of his designs have been featured on the red carpet, being worn by celebrities such as Hollywood Actress Lucy Liu, 'Sex In the City’s' Kim Cattrall, Singer/Actress Vanessa Williams, Chandra Wilson of ''Grey’s Anatomy, Joan Rivers and Queen Latifah, just to name a few.

The Simon Duncan Collection, has participated in numerous fashion events including the New York Fashion Week in Bryant Park. However, “Born in Brooklyn” will bring fashion back to its birthplace, across the bridge!

Sooo, I'm due to check this out, and see if the pieces are all they've been pumped up to be. I'll walk with my cammie, snap some shots, talk to the designers, and report back in due course. I hope I'm pleasantly surprised!

LMN Harris

NB Image courtesy Simon Duncan

Jamrock with Squeeze - Where Music, Fashion & Food Connects...

Giving you the word, as I got it from the 'horse's mouth', so to say....

David "Squeeze" Annakie, publisher of JAMROCK Magazine and radio broadcaster, will start a weekly event in New York City, showcasing refreshing music and haute, new fashion beginning November 17th and every Monday thereafter, at the trendy Caribbean cuisine restaurant and lounge Negril Village, 70 W 3rd St New York, NY.

A tastemaker of all things Caribbean, Annakie is the Founder/Publisher of one of the fastest growing upscale magazines, JAMROCK, which currently sports a double cover and exclusive interviews with Usain Bolt and Tyson Beckford.

"It's time to showcase young, vibrant and untapped talent in the music and fashion industries." stated Anakie. Profiling up and coming artists is important for nurturing the brewing pot of new talent the entertainment and fashion worlds.

Combining fashion and entertainment at this exclusive weekly event will provide exposure for the young gifted artists and designers on the rise. Negril Village's ultra chic crowd and Caribbean cuisine specialty makes this a perfect place music, fashion and food.

With an exclusive live broadcast from 6pm - 8pm on LinkUp 93.5FM and extensive coverage on Jamrockmagazine.com, the weekly event is guaranteed to be a must-stop for industry insiders and today's brightest young talent. Dresscode is business casual and admission is free, but you must RSVP to rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com

My verdict? Check it out - Negril is 'THE' Manhattan spot for good vibes, and the folks at Jamrock sure know how to throw a slamming party!

L.M.N. Harris