One thing Vanessa Cheatham can do (besides being an amazing performer, actress, and a multi-published professional model) is produce a well balanced and beautifully done fashion show that has the media talking! (By the way she had this show a day before her birthday and made this a legendary one!)
Bling Boss Organization, created and founded by Vanessa Cheatham in November 2019, focuses on bringing all different kinds of creatives together to form a movement of success. Cheatham produced her very first fashion show event “Bling Boss 2022 Fashion Show” on July 30, 2022 at the Kol Yisrael church in Newburgh, NY and let’s just say it was a show like no other! Cheatham wanted to bring positive attention to the 845 regions and emphasized on utilizing local talents for something you would usually find in a larger area such as NYC. Sponsored by HomeCave Records, Mid-Hudson Alphas of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, and Hudson Valley Riverbank Historic Sites and Museum by Archie Elam and Susan Eichelberg Giendening. Hosted by America’s Next Top Model (cycle 9 finalist) Bianca Golden and Reporting Live 845 Moochie Merchant, Cheatham introduced 8 designers within the northeastern region of the U.S who had their own stories to tell and how they started.
The first designer that was featured in the fashion show was Mackie Rondon and her designs are called “Mackie Rondon Shoes”. Although she was unable to physically attend the event, she made a massive entrance with a group of models that slayed in her designs. Mackie Rondon Shoes is a high-end fashion footwear and accessories label, made in the USA, and was founded and designed in 2019. She studied in the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan and enrolled as a Fashion Design major and minor in Millenary before switching to footwear and accessories. She later obtained a B.S degree in Production Management. The brand is made in Newburgh with locally source leathers and some European accessories. The pursuit of creating newness within fashion in an authentic manner is what defines and drives the brand. This first Capsule collection is inspired and influenced by men’s dress shoes, fashion sneakers and her versatile knowledge in the footwear and fashion industry. The brand’s aesthetic combines sexy silhouette mixed with a blend of feminine and masculine elements to create pieces that leaves a lasting impression and desire for self expression and freedom.
The second designer was Tea Montgomery and his designs are called “Threads by Tea”. Born and raised in New Haven, CT, Montgomery is an owner/style architect of Threads by Tea. Through his wearable art, in the form of clothing and accessories, his mission is to inspire and empower others to realize their own potential while giving a comfortable vibe while doing so.
The third designer, Glenny Medina, featured some of her designs called “Estilo Muñeca Boutique”. Medina specializes in making her ladies feel sexy no matter what size they are. Clothing starts from small to 3XL and has anything from dresses to 2-piece sets to heels. Whether you want to find a birthday outfit or to go on a date or an everyday outfit, she has it. One thing she stands for is having amazing customer service. If she doesn’t have it in stores, she will make sure to bring it. Her customers are the most important to her.
The fourth designer, Shawn Jackson, featured his line called “Upstyllishllc207”. Originally from Florida and now residing in Bowdoin, Maine, this designer adds style to his street wear fashions and knows how to keep the movement going. Besides a fashion designer, Jackson is an advertisement manager of “Bully of Magazine” and uses his platform to bring light to other creative such as himself with motivational speaking.
The fifth designer, Shelli Scott, featured her line under her name “Shelli Scott”. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology New York. Scott has made costumes for Broadway shows, was the seamstress to the US Open tennis players for 3 years, has also dressed celebrities such as Tyler Perry, actress Ciara Payton, and The Real Housewives of Potomac star Gisselle Bryant. She makes absolutely everything from scratch and her shop is located at 603 Broadway in Newburgh!
The sixth designer, Ty’leia Howard, specializes in Self Love when it comes to her designs called “Kinky Little Treasures”. Howard sells affordable Luxury Lingerie in sizes XS to 4x and has something for every woman in all shapes and sizes. Her motto is to set up a ladies night of fun and you can schedule a private fitting with her. She quotes, “SELF LOVE is the BEST LOVE. SPOIL YOURSELF!”
The seventh designer, James Patterson, featured his line “Full Gauge by James Patterson”. Patterson is an Indigenous American menswear designer working out of New York and originally from North Carolina. He works to curate true American luxury. His esthetic is shaped by Royal history with streetwear essence. He expanded his self-taught abilities and has been able to apprentice under names like Dexter Cheston, Calvin Klein, and Alexander Nash NYC. This is his official debut as an independent designer.
The last designer, Karlene Lindsay Worrell, featured her designs called “Karlene Lindsay Designs”. She specializes in a diverse array of luxurious, high-quality, and one-of-a kind designs of wedding, prom, and party dresses that are suited to their clients’ budget, tastes, and exact measurements. A CEO and Designer, her love of clothing and design first blossomed when she was a child in Jamaica. She came to America in 2004 to attend Gibbs College and attended Fashion Institute of Technology. Her clothing has been featured in numerous fashion shows, including NYFW, Diamond Fashion Week, Jersey City Fashion Week, and more. Her stylish apparel has also been featured in numerous media outlets including Fox 8 News, NJ.com, Fashion Avenue Magazine, Bristol Observer, the New Haven Register, and more! Her bridal shop is located in the Connecticut Post Mall of Milford, CT.
With her amazing background and her passion for clothing design, she treats every client as if they are her only client, with in-depth one-on-one consultations and VIP treatment.
DJ of the night was legendary DJ Shawn (Shawn Cheatham Sr.). Photographers were Jorge Ramirez and Tylon Ross. There were also a set of performers who rocked the mic including Yen Ureo X A Money with model Abraham in green and Soléya. Hair stylists were Leondra Murry and Sophia Pritchett. Makeup artists were Latraice Venair, Ella Lopez, Asha Iqbal-Patterson, and Vanessa Cheatham. Stage Manager was Denesha Thompson. Wardrobe Assistants were Trishanna Cohen and Jared Lewis-Holliday. Admissions were Jakaira Baves and model Avantae Stewart. Other volunteers came to help out with the event as well. Looking forward to see what else Cheatham has at stake when it comes to her “many hats” that she wears!
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