BELLA Magazine is proud to celebrate a powerful moment of leadership and representation as our Editor-in-Chief, Vanessa Coppes, has been named the emcee of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey’s (SHCCNJ) 2025 Annual Awards Gala.

If the Super Bowl of Fashion is the MET Gala, then Fashion Group International’s 41st Annual Night of Stars Red Carpet Gala is the last game of the season. On October 20, 2025, fashion’s best gathered at the legendary Rainbow Room, where glittering chandeliers cast a golden glow amongst Manhattan’s skyline. The evening honored the fusion of innovation, artistry, and leadership shaping fashion, beauty, and culture today.

With the spectacular backdrop of Cipriani Wall Street, the evening was dedicated to the memory of Cristian Rivera, a little boy whose life and spirit continue to inspire through the Cristian Rivera Foundation. “About a year ago, I attended a gala in this very room that changed me,” shared Dr. Lori Tarke, Executive Director of Seton Hall University’s Joseph A. and Carmen Ana Unanue Latino Institute. “Cristian was my inspiration and John, his father, my muse.”

On Sunday, October 12th, the second annual Gurus Awards brought Gatsby-era glamour to the historic Cicada Restaurant and Lounge in Downtown Los Angeles. Presented by Gurus Magazine, the evening honored trailblazers in beauty, wellness, and community impact through an unforgettable celebration of style, innovation, and inspiration.

The Miami Design District continues to redefine the intersection of fashion, art, and architecture, where luxury retail and fine dining blend seamlessly into a cultural experience. Every boutique, restaurant, and salon contributes to the neighborhood’s magnetic allure, offering more than just shopping or dining, but an immersion in craftsmanship and creativity.

The energy at Baruch College in New York City on September 30, 2025, was electric. Students, artists, and community members gathered for Háblame Dulce, a night where music, poetry, and art collided in a dazzling showcase of Latinx heritage. It was a celebration filled with rhythm, laughter, and soul, but it was also a statement of resistance and pride.

BELLA Magazine’s CEO and EIC, Vanessa Coppes, joined a dynamic group of Latina leaders for the “Her Money, Her Power: Advancing Latina Financial Futures” panel during the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Leadership Conference in Washington, DC. Hosted at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, the event brought together changemakers across finance, media, and business to discuss empowering Latinas in building wealth, leadership, and financial confidence.

The 2025 Hamptons International Film Festival returned to East Hampton with a star-studded lineup of premieres, Q&A sessions, and industry spotlights celebrating creativity, storytelling, and the evolving landscape of film.

BELLA Magazine is proud to serve as a media partner for the Generaciones Gala, hosted by the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute at Seton Hall University. This extraordinary evening will take place on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Cipriani Wall Street, celebrating the Latino community’s legacy, leadership, and future trailblazers.

New York Fashion Week S/S 2026, powered by Art Hearts Fashion, captivated audiences from September 11 to 14 with runway moments that celebrated global beauty, culture, and philanthropy and returned to the iconic Angel Orensanz Foundation as its venue. Historic showcases from Ecuador, Guatemala, and Cambodia brought fresh voices to the stage, including Almee Couture, marking the first-ever Cambodian designer to present at New York Fashion Week. This was a milestone moment for representation in the fashion industry.

This October, the Miami Design District (MDD) will once again shine a spotlight on community, fashion, and philanthropy with a series of inspiring events in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. From a moving lighting ceremony to a signature yoga gathering and a luxury fashion fundraiser, each event brings together creativity and compassion to support vital research and awareness initiatives.

Just days after the close of New York Fashion Week, Fashinnovation set a new stage for the global fashion conversation with the kickoff of its 2025 Global Talks Tour. Held at the storied Helen Mills space, the event gathered a cross-section of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to discuss the future of fashion beyond the runway.

Model Cindy Kimberly—known to her 7M+ followers as Wolfie Cindy—made her mark on New York Fashion Week with the exclusive debut of her Vita Velata collection in collaboration with Oh Polly.

Designer Sergio Hudson took New York Fashion Week on a vibrant trip back to the 1980s with his Spring/Summer 2026 collection, presented in a runway show that radiated unapologetic glam.

Designer Malan Breton unveiled his Spring/Summer 2026 womenswear and menswear collections at the Léman Ballroom during New York Fashion Week with an immersive show titled “The Age of the Machine, The Heart of Humanity.”

It was one of the most talked-about parties of New York Fashion Week as PAPER Magazine teamed up with global superstar Demi Lovato to celebrate their cover story with a dazzling night at Boom, perched atop The Standard, High Line.

This season, nails took center stage at New York Fashion Week thanks to Glitterbels, the innovative U.K.-based nail brand quickly becoming the name to know. With trend-driven shades, creative artistry, and at-home accessibility, Glitterbels proved it’s the next brand everyone will be talking about.

Christian Siriano set the tone for Spring/Summer 2026 at New York Fashion Week with a show that married couture precision with luminous beauty, thanks to his partnership with Borghese, and a glamorous after party at the newly relaunched W New York – Union Square. The result was a full-circle fashion moment—where design, beauty, and celebration came together at the heart of NYFW.

Swim and resortwear claimed the spotlight at New York Fashion Week, where two standout presentations celebrated the fusion of luxury, empowerment, and jet set glamour.

At New York Fashion Week, Kate Hundley unveiled a Spring/Summer 2026 collection that explored the tension between utilitarian structure and modern femininity. Drawing inspiration from designer Charlotte Perriand, the collection translated rigid forms into fluid silhouettes, balancing strength and sensuality.