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Mae McKagan x I NEED MORE Fashion Debut

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 05: Atmosphere during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch At I NEED MORE the Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

Eighteen-year-old designer Mae McKagan debuted her new Capsule Collection last night at an exclusive event hosted by Downtown and I NEED MORE, Jimmy Webb’s punk rock boutique in the Lower East Side.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Atmosphere during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch At I NEED MORE the Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

Downtown’s editor-in-chief Deb Martin said of the event, “Downtown Magazine is so proud to support young talent like Mae, who has designed a capsule collection that is cool, elegant, and edgy all at the same time.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Deb Martin, Mae McKagan during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)
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In attendance at the boutique party were many big names in music and fashion, including McKagan’s parents, Duff McKagan of Guns N’ Roses, and Susan Holmes-McKagan, the American model and now author, as well as her sister Grace McKagan, the frontwoman and lead singer of The Pink Slips. Debbie Harry and Ewan McGregor also attended, among many others who came to show their support of her collection.

The event was lively and packed with guests, with rosé provided by Bosman Family Vineyards and Wines for the World, and hors d’euvres provided by Emmy-winning chef Erwin Schröttner and his Lower East Side mainstay, Cafe Katja.

Duff McKagan expressed awe for his daughter’s talent, and her passion for her creations, sharing that she’d had a passion for fashion from a very young age.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Susan Holmes – McKagan, Mae McKagan, Grace McKagan and Duff McKagan during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch At I NEED MORE the Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

Jimmy Webb, owner of I NEED MORE, also spent the evening gushing about McKagan’s talent. Webb helped to make McKagan’s dream of being a fashion designer into a reality by partnering with her for this collection. “I love the whole McKagan family, they are in my heart forever, and I’m so proud that Mae chose my baby, I NEED MORE, to launch her line,” Webb said.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Mae McKagan and Jimmy Webb during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

Despite the excitement of her debut in the fashion world, McKagan was the picture of focus and humility as she received a stream of well-deserved praise throughout the evening, on top of looking effortlessly elegant in a pale pink corset top of her own creation in collaboration with designer Veritée Hill.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Susan Holmes – McKagan, Deborah Harry and Mae McKagan during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch At I NEED MORE the Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

“Pouring my heart and soul into this line has changed my mindset and life!” She wrote in an Instagram caption today, between sentiments of gratitude towards her family and supporters.

The line itself is sophisticated, and perfect for ambitious young women of her generation, featuring pieces like a powder blue power suit, a modern-punk plaid pencil skirt, and several other items, including the corset she wore to the event.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 05: Atmosphere during the Mae McKagan Capsule Collection Launch At I NEED MORE the Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection Launch at I NEED MORE on June 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Mae McKagan Fall/Winter 2019 Capsule Collection)

The capsule collection is available exclusively in-store at I NEED MORE, 75A Orchard Street in the Lower East Side.

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TOUS New Summer 2014 ORIGINS Collection Launch

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TOUS  recently celebrated the debut of its new ORIGINS collection in style. The spring and summer collection rediscovers the brand’s roots and timeless nature in an exciting way (emojis included). It beckons the journey of TOUS using past motifs and classic collections that have been innovated to pure, fresh and authentic assemblages.

The launch of this unique collection was nothing short of a hit. The New York City venue was filled with guests enjoying boho-chic music, cocktails, and of course, the fabulous jewelry on display. The space was infused with TOUS’ signature pink color scheme. Attendees could also be seen sharing their experience on social media networks, using the hashtag for the evening: #happinessbytous.

But of course, the highlight of the evening was the flawless jewelry on display. The collection sports florals and bright, vibrant colors, perfect for the spring and summer seasons. As beautiful as the pieces were, the designs are unique for their simple and almost traditional feel. The collection features a diverse assortment of pink gold, 18 carat gold, and sterling silver adornments.The Paraiso collection garnered notable attention; which includes a necklace, bracelet and ring, made from sterling silver vermeil, gold plated three times, and hydro-thermal gems. The flowery designs flaunt a familiar spring feel, featuring the brand’s most characteristic components.

TOUS is wholly committed  to preserving the luxury and splendor quality of its jewelry, and its new collection gracefully embodies those ideals. TOUS is a family-owned brand from Barcelona, delivering affordable luxury.

TOUS has two locations in New York City, one located in SoHo and in Rockefeller Center.

 – Mariah Brown 

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Food Editor’s Spotlight: Chicane

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The Cote d’Azur, or the French Riviera, spans along the southeast coastline of France, which includes parts of Italy and the sovereign state of Monaco. Since the 1800’s, European royalty has found solace in these turquoise seas, palm trees and 300 days of sunlight a year, enjoying opulent activities like gambling, sailing and racing cars. The cuisine found along the Mediterranean is just as sumptuous of an affair, dubbed ‘cuisine du soleil’ or ‘food of the sun,’ with the region’s rich soil bearing fresh produce and herbs for luxurious and healthy fare.

Few places in the world resemble the Riviera for the modern-day New York City dweller, seeking an homage to this fabulous lifestyle…that is, not until Chicane opened its doors in February.

Situated in the heart of Soho at 430 Broome St, Chicane is a gem among the many French and Mediterranean restaurants throughout the city. Monaco-native and owner Jerome Solamito, in partnership with Clovis Lambardan, named the venture after the Monte Carlo Grand Prix, a different and exciting concept for a restaurant.

Inside Chicane’s chic black exterior is a wonderful palette of pinks, tans, whites, greens and turquoise which delight the senses (conceptualized by Christopher Tierney and his creative agency, TIER, responsible for other hospitality brands such as Apotheke and Pulqueria). Quilted leather curved booths and bucket chairs in pink and tan provide seating for seventy-five. The furniture all playfully resembles the graphic elements and curves of a race course, as Solamito envisioned. The restaurant beams an aura of summertime; muted, pastel painted walls with added ‘vintage’ distressing, live plants, and fantastic daylight. Overall, the design is a trendy and successful fusion of New York’s club scene with the sophistication of Southern France.

The menu at Chicane is decidedly French with Mediterranean influences, created by Executive Chef Andres Grundy (previously at Daniel, Le Cirque, and L’Arpege). A range of dishes (priced from $7-$32) include raw bar items of Tuna and Steak Tartare and Local Oysters on the Half Shell to classic entrees like Bouillabaisse (branzino and snapper braised in garlic broth, mussels, clams, rouille) and Tuna a La Plancha (crispy panisse, dried black olives and ratatouille jus). Some unique Riviera specialties offered insight into Solamito’s heritage, such as Barbajuans (crepe made of chickpeas and olive oil filled with swiss chard and ricotta) and Pissaladiere (caramalized onions, nicoise olives and anchovies).

I experienced the making of two of Chicane’s signature cocktails, “Le Provencal” (Hendricks Gin, fresh lemon juice, strawberry puree, basil and egg white) and the “Grace D’Hiver” (Beluga vodka, muddled cherries, St Germain, fresh lime juice, and soda)- each created masterfully with distinct flavor profiles. In addition to these two, Chicane offers four other handcrafted cocktails.

Chicane is currently open Tuesday-Saturdays and is closed on Sundays and Mondays. The bar opens at 5pm and dinner is served from 6pm-12AM. There is room for private events and a lively late night scene.

For more information, please visit chicanenyc.com

–Joseph Amella, Jr.