The Haute Roster for the 5th Annual Hamptons Fashion Week, Presented by DCG Media Group
BELLA Magazine was a proud media partner for this year’s 5th Annual Hamptons Fashion Week, presented by DCG Media Group! Illuminated the catwalks, spanning from August 25th - August 27th, Hamptons Fashion Week always exudes an aura of allure and extravagance. Attendees reveled in a presentation of designer compilations ranging from the latest Miami Swim Week- inspired swimwear to opulent couture ensembles, alongside resort collection selections and innovative sustainable designs poised to propel the fashion industry into an extraordinary future.
Vanessa Coppes (BELLA CEO) and Dee Rivera (Creator and Founder of Hamptons Fashion Week
Friday, 8/25, Day One:
While the weather in the Hamptons was a little dreary, Hamptons Fashion Week brought the light with a launch party at the Southampton Cultural Center in collaboration with ARTACOM Southampton. Guests got to enjoy champagne and drinks by Smartwater, Gorgie, and bites by Scott’s Protein Balls. The evening of art, music, iconic outfits and socialites featured an array of guests including Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff, Designer and Bravo personality Lynne Curtin, in addition to BELLA Media + Co. Founder Vanessa Coppes.
L-R: Elton Ilirjani, Norah Lawlor, Vanessa Coppes (BELLA CEO), NYC Socialite Eric ANdrew
Saturday, 8/26, Day Two:
Saturday ramped up show day with a mix-and-mingle event featuring Marc Harvey Beauty, Smartwater, The Pale Rosé, GORGIE, Metaburnett, Mindset Wellness and DRC Ventures as our exhibitors. Lite bites were also served from Ruta Oaxaca, Scott’s Protein Balls, and Liege & Co. Waffle. Additionally, our nonprofit partner Dress for Success Brookhaven helped greet guests at check-in as 10% of Hamptons Fashion Week proceeds went towards their mission to empower women across Long Island through clothing.
Designer showcases began with collections by Anincy Manuguian, Cesar Galindo, Tashii Couture, Regina Kravitz, and Megan Mae Miami.
The afternoon continued with a brief intermission for the iconic Hamptons Fashion Week Fashion Icon Awards presented by Founder of Hamptons Fashion Week and CEO of DCG Media Group, Dee Rivera.
This year it was important for the show to represent the fashion innovators that are driving the industry forward in every sense of the word. Dr. Christina Rahm received the Sustainable Fashion Award for her immense scientific contributions to the manufacturing and production practices of her signature line Merci Dupre Clothiers Enviroware. As a scientific researcher, humanitarian, entrepreneur, and author, Dr. Christina Rahm wears many hats but with the foundation of fashion for a better future. Enviroware brings new layers of meaning to eco-fashion luxury with environmentally friendly technology that repels hazardous toxins. The line will host patented nano-biotech technology embedded into textiles that offer optimal protection against toxins, EMF radiation, heavy metals, and viruses — all of this accomplished without sacrificing an ounce of style. Hamptons Fashion Week is excited to showcase Dr. Christina Rahm’s work and honor her as one of its 2023 Fashion Icons.
In addition, Edvin Thompson has been making waves in the New York fashion scene and is bringing his Theophilio collection to the Hamptons Fashion Week catwalk. Theophilo is representative of the entanglement of Thompson’s nostalgic years of adolescence in Jamaica, identity as an immigrant in the United States and his interaction with New York City’s progressive culture. His recent accolades include creating a “new-age Cher” inspired look for Ice Spice on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and the Theophilo designer won CFDA Fashion Awards honor of American Emerging Designer of the Year 2021. For his persistence in breaking down fashion norms, Hamptons Fashion Week honored Edvin Thompson with the Trendsetter of the Year Award.
The Fashion Icon Awards concluded with honoring Creative Director Michelle Ochs as the Fashion Icon for Hervé Léger. Hervé Léger is known for its iconic bandage dresses that celebrate and mold to its wearer's figures. The brand presents collections that bring audiences back in time to its Parisian roots with a through-line of modern design. The latest collections of the brand showcase the evolution of Hervé Léger with signature dresses balanced with new products including bodysuits, skirts, tops, sweaters, and more. Michelle Ochs embarks on a new journey in her fashion career as she takes her expertise on accentuating the female form to advance Hervé Léger creative direction for NYFW. Hamptons Fashion Week® was thrilled to honor her with the Hamptons Fashion Week Fashion Icon Award 2023.
The final shows concluded with presentations by Christina Rahm, Edvin Thompson, and Michelle Och’s latest collection for Hervé Léger.
Attendees made their way to a chic afterparty at Main Prospect Southampton for celebration cocktails after a successful afternoon of full-frontal shows.
Sunday, 8/27, Day 3:
Coming off of show day success, our fabulous designers and sponsors enjoyed a fabulous VIP Brunch at the Hampton Classic Horse Show with an exclusive invite-only to special Press representatives and Hamptons Fashion Week guests. The gorgeous tablescapes were curated by Picnic and Peonies, featuring a bagel breakfast catered by Goldberg’s Famous Bagels.
Guests enjoyed a special book signing by Fashion Icon Award Winner and designer, Dr. Christina Rahm, for her latest cookbook “Cure the Causes.” As an international scientific leader, formulator, inventor and patent writer, “Cure the Causes” sparked from Dr. Christina Rahm’s knowledge of medical and clinical research. With a Masters in Science as well as doctorate in counseling psychology, a PhD in strategic sciences and post-doctorate in nano-bio technology, Rahm is about detoxing the environment and helping people detox their bodies from harmful pollutants.
Other exhibitors featured in the Hamptons Fashion Week Tent at the Hampton Classic include NANDANIE, Copper Art, Heritage Brazil Designs, Plain - T, Dress for Success Brookhaven, Merci Dupre Clothiers, designs by Cesar Galindo, Regina Kravitz, Scraps and Delicacies, and Crescala Showroom.
Experience the Hamptons Fashion Week® pop-up store all week long from August 27th - September 3rd. Guests will sip and shop with sustainable and innovative brands such as Copper Art, Heritage Brazil crafted furniture, Ella Pure luxury skincare brand - with best seller RENO, Bill & Coo pet products, Plain-T artisanal teas, and indulge in the benefits of nutritional mindfulness with Dr. Christina Rahm’s new cookbook “Cure the Causes”.
Brand activations include a meet-and-Greet with NANDANIE neckties, DRC shop + mingle, Artisanal Craftsmanship day with Copper Art & Heritage Brazil Designs, Crescala designers, and so much more.
Photography: Valentina Rivera @vrmphotographyy
