Tag: Borris Powell

Designer Borris Powell kicked-off Fulton Market Expo with a kick-ass fashion show

Adiat Baker, her sister Iya Bakare and Chef Markus Ford all wearing Borris Powell Designs with the designer.
Award-winning fashion designer Borris Powell showcased his 2018 fall/winter collection to kick-off Fulton Market Expo on Saturday, March 7. Before a spillover crowd of nearly 200 friends and supporters, Borris opened his show, themed “Sides of Me,” with a love song, “Make You Feel My Love” by Bob Dylan. (See him sing here). It was... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 8, 2018 at 5:55 pm • 

Putting the Chic in Chicago: Fashion Focus Spotlights Local Designers

Agnes Hamerlik
Chicago is pulling ahead of the competition for the most fashionable city! One of the hottest events in town, Fashion Focus: Chicago’s Fashion Week was a citywide celebration of Chicago’s fashion industry presented in conjunction with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and the Mayor’s office. Highlights during the week included a... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
November 5, 2013 at 5:21 pm • 

Jennifer Hudson and the Voice's Jamar Rogers Perform at House of Blues for Michigan Avenue Magazine Party

Interviewing Jennifer for "Candid Candace Chicago" on Watch312.com
Sometimes it can be hell on the Red Carpet, especially when you’re waiting for a star as big as Jennifer Hudson but, on this night at the House of Blues, everyone behaved for Michigan Aveneue Magazine’s second cover party, “A Hudson Holiday”,  for this beloved Chicago icon. Michigan Avenue Magazine, President/publisher Dan Uslan and Editor-in-Chief... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
December 5, 2012 at 10:06 am • 
Advertisement:

MACY'S GLAMORAMA 2012 Features Robin Thicke and Karmin at the Harris Theatre on August 10th!

MACY'S GLAMORAMA 2012 Features Robin Thicke and Karmin at the Harris Theatre on August 10th!
In its 15th year, Macy’s Glamorama 2012 welcomes Robin Thicke, one of the most respected singer-songwriters in soul and R&B music today. Thicke has written and produced songs on over 20 gold and platinum albums and is currently featured on the ABC reality singing series “Duets” where he serves as a show “Superstar” alongside Kelly... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
June 7, 2012 at 9:57 am • 

Macy's Glamorama 2012 "British Invasion: The Music Then. The Fashion Now!" Coming to Chicago Theatre on August 10th, Plus Glam Launch Party News!

Macy's Glamorama 2012 "British Invasion: The Music Then. The Fashion Now!" Coming to Chicago Theatre on August 10th, Plus Glam Launch Party News!
Mark your calendars now for one of THE most anticipated fashion events of the year, Glamorama!  Coming on Friday, August 10th to the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., this year’s theme is “British Invasion: The Music Then. The Fashion Now!.” From the Beatles to the Rolling Stones, Macy’s Glamorama 2012 pays homage to some... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
May 20, 2012 at 7:11 pm • 

Comedian Jeff Garlin Hosts Allium's Opening Night Party at Four Seasons

Host Vincent Anzalone with Erica Bethe Levin, Jessica Zweig and friend.
The recent Grand Opening party for the new Allium restaurant attracted an overflow crowd of Chicago’s top 600 foodies and fashionistas to the 7th floor of the Four Seasons recently.  Host for the night was funnyman Jeff Garlin (see our interview coming soon on Watch312!).  This American restaurant with a farm-to-table menu is by Chef... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 2, 2012 at 8:43 am • 
Advertisement:

Fashion Meets Flowers at Fleurotica 2012

Spring was literally in the air at the recent Fleurotica Fashion Show where all of the breathtaking designs were constructed of flowers, leaves and other plant materials!   More than 300 people enjoyed this runway competition benefitting Garfield Park Conservatory presented by leading floral designers and one real life fashion designer, Peach Carr. The evening... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
April 1, 2012 at 1:34 pm • 

SEE the Latest Watch312.com Video of Borris Powell's Fashion Show and Party! (Part One)

SEE the Latest Watch312.com Video of Borris Powell's Fashion Show and Party! (Part One)
Check out the latest Watch312.com’s “Candid Candace Chicago” video here!!  Designer Borris Powell’s fashion show and party was a magical night in Chicago!  See for yourself!  (There was so much fun we couldn’t do it all in one segment!  Part Two coming soon!  🙂
By Candace Jordan,
March 23, 2012 at 4:25 pm • 

"Without a Shadow of a Doubt" Designer Borris Powell Puts Chicago on the Fashion Map, and the Ferrari Wasn't Bad Either!

The one and only, Borris Powell!
“Without a Shadow of a Doubt” Fashion Show, presented by local designer Borris Powell,  set a very high standard for Chicago fashion shows at the River East Art Center recently.  Opening with chic fashions from Lincoln Park’s newest boutique, STRUT, owner Niala Conte sent models down the runway in wearable and accessible outfits that made... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
March 22, 2012 at 9:05 am • 
Advertisement:

The Photographer's Party is Loco at Tocco!

Well, it’s about time a party idea like this came along!  No one does more for our town’s vibrant social life than the photographers so it was very fitting that they should have their very own party, “Photographer’s in Chicago”,  to celebrate!  Tocco, the dapper Bruno Abate’s hot Italian restaurant at 1266 N. Milwaukee, was... Read more »
By Candace Jordan,
December 2, 2011 at 7:29 pm •