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We actually made it through this season’s NYFW! It’s hard to believe that six months have passed since NYC's  lockdown to control the spread of the coronavirus. As the economy has slowly started to reopen, imposed social distancing…

As we're all dealing with our own individual challenges through the pandemic, fashion may not seem like a necessity but it still has an important place for us mentally and emotionally. For some of us fashion runs deep and not just because…

Now that you are ready to get rid of your sweatpants, what are you going to wear and how are you going to shop? Personal Stylist, YouTube Influencer and QVC Fashion Presenter, Tracy Gold, predicts the five top post-COVID trends. We have…

We know you’ve been cooped up! Join us! We know you’ve been cooped up and would usually be sent to the spa by your family (or yourself) to celebrate Mother’s Day but since you can’t escape for a bit of pampering, we're teaming up the…

Small Business Spotlight on Moda by Pasarela Company: Moda By Pasarela Executive:  Viviana Valdes, Owner Business Address: 6833 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014 Website: www.shopmodagirl.com Email: info@shopmodagirl.com…

Enjoy the fashion workshop including some quick tip make-overs. Join Tina Trevino, CEO of ladies lifestyle fashion brand, Tocaya & Tracy Gold, Youtube stylist and influencer on November 13th from 6-8 PM for a networking and…

Cenia Paredes on building her successful business and what it takes. It’s a Friday afternoon and I’m headed right around the corner from my showroom to the FITDE space at 520 8thAve in the heart of  NYC’s garment center to…

Tocaya will be hosting its premiere fashion show. Launched this Spring 2019, ladies casual yet elegant fashion brand, Tocaya will be hosting its premiere fashion show at DVine Bar in Sparkill, NJ on August 8that 6PM to showcase…

With "inclusively" at the forefront of design, the 2019 Femmy Awards celebrates emerging design talent.    When deciding what to wear to an industry awards show that is all about lingerie, it’s a serious dilemma pondering if wearing…

At the same time making powerful positive statements.

Come by Thursday, October 18thfrom 5-9PM, KBL Group Intl., 1441 Broadway; 17thFloor, NY, NY 10018

In my artistic endeavors as a jeweler, I pursue balance through asymmetry and contrast. It's crucial to indulge your artistic side to create a healthy work-life balance.

Latino small business fashion designer, Willfredo Gerardo shares his inspiration on becoming a designer. It’s a bustling January market week in our showroom and talented Latino designer, Willfredo Gerardo is popping in to…

Legendary, Spanish fashion designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada discussing her approach to eco-sustainable fashion. The word that is becoming more prevalent and relevant in our conversations these days is…

The Excitement of the Fashion Designers of Latin America Showcase During NYFW—Press Conference and Day 1 Shows I absolutely love September not only because of the change in the weather, but because it’s the month of the…

Ahhh…the scent of fashion is once again in the crisp fall air! The excitement of yet another NYFW is beginning! Attending the evening’s kick-off for NYFW at the Intrepid Air & Space Museum for the Gregorio…

I'm giving you fashion lovers the inside scoop---and it's looking a bit like a bubble gum ice cream sundae scoop!! Tina polishing up her draping skills on a new rainbow plaid dress design in the KBL Group Intl.…

Hurray...It's Textile & Yarn Expo Week in NYC!!! This last week was a super busy week for fashion in the city. I know we tend to hyper focus on the excitement that goes hand in hand with the glamour of New York Fashion…

Bring your A-Game to the table with some great summer tee ideas!! We are full swing into the heat of the summer season when the temps are seriously rising and one of the most classic, easy, comfy, least expensive…

Meet Karina Gomez-Herrera the 2017 Hispanic Woman of Distinction, CEO Karnna Fashion & Company, Inc. “Domestic violence is an epidemic that has spread too fast in our community. It does not distinguish ethnicity,…

What you need to know about getting it right. (And how corporations can support it) There is no controversy around the importance of getting executive appearance right to advance your career goals and fulfill your…

Business changes on the fly created new challenges and experiences. Editor's note: This is part…

With globalization, Latina executive Tina Trevino believes “The only thing constant in life is change”. Editor's note: this is part one of a two part series. “The only thing constant in life is change”---a very well used…

A Ph.D turned style entrepreneur's journey from honing expertise from Argentina to California. Mara Kolesas, Ph.D. a successful fashion professional was born and raised in Argentina, She is a “style…

Entrepreneurs should consider businesses which will have strong market demand. If you are considering a new entrepreneurial venture in the near future you should consider which businesses will have strong…

Tina Trevino fashion exec and Latin Business Today community relations director hits the runway. It’s that most wonderful time of the year again fashionistas….It’s NY Fashion Week!!! That means we spend some quality time…

Two truths you should know and 2 items you should consider. If you subscribe to fashion listings or read fashion magazines or follow fashion on twitter, you may feel saturated by claims of “X essential pieces for women,” “the…

5 easy and long-lasting style and wardrobe tips to project the best you the whole year. The changing of the year sometimes translates into renewed energies to do things, that freshness and novelty to our daily life. Formal…

Holiday style checklist for success and style this holiday season. A few weeks ago, this column featured strategies and style suggestions for holiday dressing styles for women. As promised, now it is your turn,…

Checklist, success strategy and style suggestions to make you look fabulous Dressing for the Holidays – Life goes on Regardless of your perspective it's difficult to take our minds away from the election’s result and what…

Buenos Aires – The constants of style for business and more... Buenos Aires’ signature styles are and how you can wear them I came back from Buenos Aires, my native city, over a month ago, and I still feel inspired…

What you need to know about my heritage and upcoming trends for this season! You may or may not have been to Buenos Aires, but you have likely heard that it is a major fashion destination. Wherever you go, you see people well…

Fall it up: transitioning to autumn office wear Wardrobe savvy tips for a smooth and versatile transition to Fall professional wear Not that you need reminding, but September is around the corner, and with it the dreaded…

Meet Sheila Walden a 2016 Hispanic Woman of Distinction, Director of Fashion, The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale “The Hispanic woman plays a major role in society, one that is breaking down walls and permits…

My first experience mentoring a very young aspiring small business fashion designer. This summer I had the fun experience of giving a talented 8 year old girl named Grace the experience of “a day in the life of…

4 tips for an easy transition from work wear to happy hour wear! In our virtual/technological/fast-moving age, meeting face to face has become all the more important as a chance to make that personal difference which opens…

3 golden rules (in order of relevance!) to help you rock your summer office look. Summer is here. You have been waiting to put away your dark and heavy suits in favor of lighter, more relaxed attire. Fortunately, even…

If you don’t have your outfit already planned for the big event, you still have a little time to pull it off! Hello Fashionistas, It’s finally May and you know what that means….it’s time to bring your A-game to the Met…

KBL Group Intl. was awarded “Operational Excellence 2016” for the Home Shopping Network. It’s also March Madness and with that, it was excitingly announced that my company, KBL Group Intl. was awarded “Operational…

Second hand and faux fashion Hello Fashionistas, Brrrr….it is cold single digits this long holiday weekend here in the NY metro area which is pretty much keeping us home-bound and stocked up on food, Netflix, a good…

Have you lost your Business Office Fashion Groove? When you work in business suites too long it's easy to find yourself feeling like a fish out of water when you finally do wear something without sleeves or a collar. The…

It’s time for a round 2 of last weekend’s shows and share what some of the great new Spring 2016 concepts! I hope you have been enjoying New York’s fashion week as much as I have in part 1 The Inside Scoop on a…

The first few days we're pure enjoyment seeing the amazing Spring 2016 designs of New York’s Fashion Week Hello Fashionistas, Getting to mix and mingle with some of my favorite designers and fellow fashionistas. And…

Breathing Life into a Struggling Fashion Brand part 2. Editors note this is part two of a two part article, part one Join Me on a Contemporary Fashion Shoot Yesterday was one of my most fun days this summer,…

Great fashion shoot on a beautiful summer's day! Hello Fashionistas, This Friday was a day I had been expectantly looking forward to. It was the last day of an extremely hot and sunny July and I was slated for a late…

This look is so easy to pull together as it relies on classic shapes and colors Hello Fashionistas, With digital devices and technology keeping us on the go 24/7-- our weekend and workday lives seem to get a bit…

Hello Fashionistas, The weather is finally starting to turn, the daffodils and hyacinths are popping up and creating some splash in our yards, and hopefully you’ve all taken care of the annual chore of filing your taxes. That…

A real life brand experience with Wendy Williams for HSN I was thrilled last week on February 11th, when Women’s Wear Daily published a major article officially announcing Wendy Williams’ new clothing line for HSN. I had been…

Walking into the unknown doesn't have to be scary if you find a way to prepare for the big meeting In part one Stepping Out of my Comfort Zone I covered step 1 Get Past Your Fears and Think Thru Things…

New digital retail business formats have generated limitless experimental business opportunities Translating Creative Concept to Mass Market Appeal: As the Design Director for my company, one of my most insightful…

New workplace challenges crop up on a near daily basis, although they may not mesh with your core background, you can stretch yourself to learn new skills Seemingly every day, we’re asked to take on new projects that fall outside…

Celebrity Latina fashion brand holders have the opportunity to tap into both Latina and crossover consumer markets With so many Latina celebrities now working with major fashion retailers, it seems somewhat surprising that they haven't…