QUEEN OF CROWNS

In honor of our recent anthem 'FORMATION' (watch it here!) I was inspired to launch 'fashion files' reflecting back on NYFW highlights with none other than artist/designer, Laurel Dewitt Autumn/Winter 2015 Presentation! (Feb 2015). Fast-forward to only a YEAR later, the Queen B herself actually wore one of the designers crowns! But before I indulge you with those deets, I want to share the amazing experience I had attending her show!

Consecutively, the location has been held at the Church of the Holy Apostles!⛪️ The set up was all things ethereal, with golden marshmallows pops and cupcakes for the guest💛

The looks! Oh my gosh, never before had I seen anything created with such elegance. The collection consisted of hand-crocheted metal apparel. Each piece designed ever so intricately. Mini's, Mesh & Metallic were cohesive components styled so impeccably. You could very much tell when looking at each piece up-close that a lot of time & hard work was put in. Even the accessories alone, fishnet masks, veils & gloves left me speechless. The ...CHECK OUT THE GALLERY BELOW!
 

One of my fave looks was this silver chain fishnet & fringe long sleeve crop top paired with a hot short with ombre detail. A chain & rhinestone headpiece completed the look. Can we get into these details please!?

YES, that is Amber Rose! She modeled for the designer and was a great model. She worked a sexy black & gold chain poncho with HIGH SLITS, paired with a leather fishnet mask and gloves. HOTNESS!

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AND now why I have deemed Laurel Dewitt the
'QUEEN OF CROWNS...! 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑

There were 2 'crowns' showcased this show, both were GOLD. The first gave me an illusion of the sun for some strange reason hence named the 'Sun Ray' crown🌞. The latter was the final look which was a masterpiece! Modeled by Project Runway Season 12 winner, Rayunaa Aleyce (@RayuanaAleyce). She wore a gold chain bodysuit with a sculpted hoop skirt. A metal flower shoulder piece, chain veil, jeweled gloves & metal cuffs were the perfect accessories for this elaborate look.

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Apparently these extravagant crowns are in high demand as Beyoncé donned one in the Coldplay music video, 'Hymm For The Weekend'. When your work is profound, it will appeal to the masses including Mrs. Carter, a MAJOR acknowledgment. Impressive!🏆

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I must admit it was the ultimate treat witnessing Laurel Dewitt creations grace the runway. One of my most memorable fashion week presentations!

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Laurel Dewitt is a hand-crafted all metal & accessory brand based out of NYC/Brooklyn.  For more greatness from this visionary, visit her site http://www.laureldewitt.com/ or on Instagram @LaurelDewitt.

presentation images captured by yours truly