Buffalo. Fashion. Weekend.

I know.

You're probably thinking 2 things. 1) where the hell you been JeJa?! 2) How was Buffalo Fashion Weekend?

Well to say the least it was a great first attempt. Mercedes Benz had everything from cash bar, vip seating, goodie bags, sponsors stations & appetizers. The turnout was surprising with almost every single seat filled. I will say that I was not very impressed with the selection of designs chosen for the show. Among the participants were Banana Republic, Cache', White House | Black Market, Ann Taylor and Lu Modern Classics, to name a few. The Banana Republic mens wear collection is something fierce with sharp slacks, varied textures including stain and velvet, subtle prints and various pieces you can mix and match for business or casual wear. Most of the women's collections had signature styles for the office. Ann Taylor by far stole the show with amazing cardigans, daring skirts and knock out blouses.

Suggestions for next year: GIVE ME A SHORTER SHOW! The first half of the show was 2 hours long and the intermission was at 1/2 an hour long. Not true to NYC Fashion week at all.

I look forward to seeing more of Mercedes Benz sponsorship in Buffalo for other Fashion weekends. Don't sleep on Buffalo people. Its slowly but surely on the rise.

JeJa