Rakia's Style Nation:

The Philadelphia Collection Gets All the Attention!

 

Most of you fashionistas know that The Philadelphia Collection, Philadelphia’s 10 days of Fashion event, has officially begun. Since we are in the last four days of the event celebrating style and versatility, I’ll give you some fashionologie - Philly 360° style.

  

 

Wednesday, September 29

 

Anthropologie Open House

5-8pm  

1801 Walnut Street

This is for all of you Anthro lovers, and I know there are many. Be sure to stop into the Rittenhouse Square staple for a chance to meet accessories buyers and preview new must-haves for the fall. Models will be throughout the store wearing the new collection which is sure to be yumalicious!

And for all of you divas out there, take advantage of the personal shoppers who will be on-hand to help accessorize outfits.

 

Rittenhouse Row Fall Gathering

7-9pm

The Comcast Center (18th and JFK Boulevard)

You may even have to do double duty and strut on over to the Rittenhouse Row Fall Gathering. One of our favorite DJs, Schoolly D, will be there spinning his flavor for the fashion fanatics.

Tickets: $20 in advance ($25 at door) - to purchase email events@rittenhouserow.org

 

 

Thursday, September 30

 

Talk with Patrick Robinson and Nole Marin

12-2pm

Drexel’s Mitchel Auditorium (3128 Market Street)

If you're looking to get an inside look into the world of fashion, make sure you check on famed designer Patrick Robinson (I heart his afro!) and Nole Marin, you know him best from America’s Next Top Model.  They’ll be giving us an Insider’s perspective on the road to success, unique strategies, professional hardships, and all that other good stuff.

Oh, and it's FREE!

 

 

Friday, October 1

 

A Night of Trunk Shows

For all of you First Friday fans, you definitely won’t want to miss this. Check out what’s happening at our favorite trend-setting boutiques:

 

Smak Parlour

6-9pm

219 Market Street

New holiday collection featuring: Hand-crafted jewelry by Sultana (made with antiques!), new dresses from Ark & Co., new clothing from store line, simply called Smak Parlour, Weyerbacher Imperial Pumpkin Ale, and music from DJ the Most!

 

Carmelita Couture

5:30-9pm

 

17 North Third Street

New fall collection, “The Modern Warrior.”  Plus, cocktails and cupcakes!

 

Three Sirens Boutique

6-9pm

 

134 North Third Street

Enjoy a fabulous gift with purchase at Three Sirens Boutique.

 

 

 

Saturday, October 2

 

FBH Agency Fashion Show Mixer

7-10pm

1401 Walnut Street

End your celebration on a high note at Banana Republic at the 1401 Walnut Street locay.  DJ Hollywood will be spinning as you enjoy a fabulous fashion show!

RSVP required at info@fbhtheagency.com

 

 

 

Don't forget to check out Rakia's Creative Ambassador page and her favorite Philly Boutiques!

 

Rakia's Style Nation:

Falling Over Fall Fashion!

 

In Philadelphia, fall is marked by the changing color of the leaves, the influx of college students filling up the hip coffee shops, and the fashionistas moving from the bare leg to the ever-loving combination of tights and boots.

I'm always so excited to see what new trends will be walking down our sidewalks. This season I plan on buying staple must haves that can be worn a ton of different ways.

 

The Leather Jacket

It's a trends that keeps coming back better and better. This season pair your leather jacket with a flirty dress or jeans for your after work sip with friends.  Go to to Franklin Square Boutique to find this must have staple for your closet.

 

Denim

I can't get enough of that skinny jean, which keeps getting skinnier and skinnier. Check out Franklin Square Boutique's skinny pant, which feels like a yoga pant instead of the classic denim feel.

 

Chunky Scarves

They can dress up any outfit and keep you cozy while walking from Rittenhouse Square to Old City.  Find some cute chunky scarves at Knit Wit in Rittenhouse Square.

 

Cable Knit Sweaters 

This season's hot item can be used to cover up everything you didn't lose this summer or to  transform your look when paired with the right belt. To get Jakai's look, stop in Franklin Square Boutique in Old City and ask for Liz.

You can also head over to Knit Wit to satisfy all over your knit wear needs.

 

Flip through the photo slideshow to see all of my favorite fall trends!  

 

See Rakia's Philly 360 creative ambassador page here.