LAFW SS14: Project LA

I always look forward to the Saturday Show of LA Fashion Weekend because I know I’m going to see my dear friend, Actress Kate Linder (The Young and the Restless). Kate looked amazing in cream colored lace dress by Nathanaelle Couture.  She happened to arrive the same time as designer Nathanaelle Hottois along with another lovely lady who was wearing a red lace creation by Nathanaelle.

Fashion Splash 2013

Mikey Koffman and The Gallery L.A. hosted the 2^nd Annual Fashion Splash at the swanky Drai’s nightclub located in the W Hotel Hollywood. Last year’s event was so much fun, so I was excited to see what this year’s would bring.

LA Fashion Weekend FW13 Presentations

The Fall/Winter LA Fashion Week events always occur during my birthday week. This year I was incredibly happy to have the opportunity to spend my actual birthday at my overall favorite event - LA Fashion Weekend. There is always such a great energy and vibe at The Gallery LA shows and even though no one knew it was my birthday I could still feel the love – from my two favorite security guards, to the staff, to all my LA Fashion Weekend friends that I re-connect with each season and, of course, from Ms. Mikey Koffman herself.

LA Fashion Weekend FW13 Kickoff Party

Celebrating its ninth consecutive season The Gallery LA held its traditional LA Fashion Weekend kickoff party at Sunset Gower Studios. Not only was Mikey Koffman celebrating the start of another fashion season, she was also celebrating The Gallery LA’s success as a major player in L.A. Fashion Week. In fact, The L.A. Fashion Weekend showcase, which started in a 5,000 square space, now takes place in a 15,000 square foot sound stage.  

There were a number of reasons to celebrate tonight but the arrival of Richie Ramone made the party that much more spectacular. You know you’re cool when Richie Ramone shows up to your party. For those that don’t know, Richie was the drummer for the iconic punk band the Ramones. He was also the only drummer for the band who solely composed, wrote, and sang on select songs.

LAFW SS2013 Wrap Party

The delightful Mikey Koffman and her wonderful crew at The Gallery LA were kind enough to host a wrap party as a “Thank you” to all the sponsors, designers, and fashionable guests who attended LA Fashion Weekend’s SS2013 showcase.

The event was held in the patio area at the Xen Lounge in Studio City. Between the tarp and the killer tunes you wouldn’t have known it was raining outside. The lovely make-up artists from Napoleon Perdis were on site to apply touch-ups for anyone that wanted to enhance their look for the evening. I was happy to see that one of the gals was also a part of the Beats For Boobs make-up team. We discussed how a make-up artist is an artist. Your face is their canvas, and they can transform you into something beautiful or hideous - in the case of special effects make-up, which my sister, Rose Lopez, specializes in.

Fourth Annual Fashion’s Night Out

It’s been four years and Fashion’s Night Out is still going strong with retailers all over the world participating in the annual event. However, Rodeo Drive didn’t go all out this time. A few stores partook (Guess being one) and the food trucks moved on over to Melrose. However, Neiman Marcus (Beverly Hills) was hopping.

Fashion Splash 2012

The Gallery LA and Wella Professionals hosted a fashion show/pool party at The Standard Hotel in West Hollywood. Upon arrival guests were greeted with complimentary drinks courtesy of Little Black Dress Vodka and received a littler pampering from Wella and Napoleon Perdis.  

LA Fashion Weekend Wrap Party

A few nights ago I attended LA Fashion Weekend’s Wrap Party held at Rubix Hollywood. Yes, I know it’s been a few months since the FW12 shows but Mikey Koffman is a busy gal and she and her crew at The Gallery LA have a lot going on. And, to be honest, it’s never too late to show your appreciation.

The Gallery LA Presents LAFW Fall/Winter 2012

The Gallery LA held an open house to discuss the upcoming events for the Fall/Winter 2012 LA Fashion Weekend shows to be held at Sunset Gower Studios March 16^th – 18^th. Coverage of the star-studded event will also be broadcasted live by KTLA 5.

LA Fashion Weekend: Fall 2011 – Friday, March 18th

Mikey Koffman and The Gallery L.A. hosted another Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower Studios. The event was broadcasted by KTLA, which is also home to "Fashion Fridays" featuring Mikey Koffman. In the past, LA Fashion Weekend was a three day event. This season it was scaled down to two days. Perhaps the L.A. Marathon had something to do with it in addition to White Trash Beautiful leaving L.A. for NY Fashion Week.

Mikey Koffman – Queen of L.A. Fashion Week

Full of life and brimming with excitement Mikey Koffman is an amazing individual. This extremely successful businesswoman is incredibly well grounded. After attending my first L.A. Fashion Weekend I was so impressed I knew I had to interview her. The more research I did the more intrigued I became. There are no limits to what Mikey can accomplish. She started out as an apprentice at West Coast Choppers and then opened her own custom motorcycle shop. From there she launched her own clothing line, which led to a career in fashion (she was the in house Director of Marketing and Public Relations for Da Nang Clothing and Stitch’s Jeans). The ambitious Mikey produced fashion shows in Los Angeles, New York, and Paris and helped establish the official Los Angeles Fashion Week/Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios. Now she owns a successful event production and marketing company, The Gallery Los Angeles, which was responsible for L.A. Fashion Weekend and will now be the new face of Los Angeles Fashion Week. There are no limits to what Mikey can accomplish. What’s more impressive then her drive to succeed is her radiant personality. Despite her hardcore appearance she is very sweet and her energy and enthusiasm are contagious. Mikey is one of those people you’d be blessed to have as your friend and lucky to have as a boss.

You started out with your own motorcycle shop (Sin Cycles) and now you’re running a fashion business. How did that transition come about?

MK: It’s a pretty interesting transition – isn’t it?

Green Initiative Humanitarian Fashion Show

L.A. Fashion Weekend founder Mikey Koffman is a firm believer in giving back to the community and one of her pet projects is the Green Youth Movement. Every season The Gallery L.A. hosts the Green Initiative Fashion Show. This highly anticipated event celebrates sustainability and is sold out each year.

L.A. Fashion Weekend: Sunset Gower, March 19 -21, 2010

The Gallery LA put together a string of events in honor of Fashion Weekend at Sunset Gower studios. The festivities kicked off on Friday night with the debut of White Trash Beautiful a new women's line by Nikki Lund and Richie Sambora (Bon Jovi). This rocker-chic collection centered upon leather and animal prints.

Saturday afternoon featured The Green Initiative Humanitarian Fashion Show. (Check our site for a full review). Saturday night's events included presentations by A.B.S., ANI, RAW-7, Urban Republic Clothing, LaCoste, and shoes by Dolce Vita.

Sunday's finale featured 100 different looks for men and women from Civil Society, Division E, Zanerobe, and Buffalo by David Bitton. Shoes were provided by Report Signature and the central theme of the show focused on LA street-chic.