On December 20, 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach made history when she became the 64th Miss Universe and third woman from the Philippines to hold the title. For the women who compete at Miss Universe, the opportunity to represent their countries at the prestigious pageant is an honor. This is especially true for the Philippines where the competition is watched in nearly every household when it airs. Though Pia was initially announced as first runner-up, Filipino fans still went wild with cheers of congratulations and she felt satisfied knowing that she made her countrymen proud. Several moments later, host Steve Harvey corrected a mistake which will become known as one of the most talked about moments in live television history – the winner of Miss Universe 2015 was actually the Philippines.
Becoming Miss Universe has been a lifelong dream of Pia’s that took several attempts to make a reality – and her road to the crown was not always easy.
Pia was born in Stuttgart, Germany where she spent the early years of her life with both her father, who is German, and mother, who is Filipina. When she was just 4 years old, Pia’s mother moved her and her younger sister to Manila. Life in the Philippines for an unemployed single mother of two young children was simply not easy. As luck would have it, Pia was quickly scouted by a modeling agency and her career in front of the camera took off. At 11 years old, Pia established herself as the breadwinner of her family – a big responsibility for a child to have while attending school on the weekdays and castings on the weekends. Major television credits in the Philippines of Pia’s include “K2BU,” “It Might Be You,” and “Bora,” among others. Pia is proud to say that her career as a child star paid the rent, provided groceries for the household, and supported her and her sister’s educations.
Shortly after Pia graduated from high school, her mother remarried and moved to London which left Pia feeling uncertain of what she wanted to pursue next in life personally and professionally. As someone who was passionate about cooking, she took her talents in the kitchen to the classroom at the Center for Asian Culinary Studies where she earned a degree in Culinary Arts. However, something was still missing for Pia. Work became slow for her and she missed being on stage and in front of the camera.
Pia became determined to win the title of Miss Universe Philippines and trained for three years before she finally won, which allowed her to travel to Las Vegas this past December. “There are the three B’s in the Philippines; basketball, boxing, and beauty pageants,” explains Pia after she won Miss Universe. Upon arrival to the Miss Universe show, event organizers placed the competition sash on Pia which simply said “Philippines.” She remembers it as being the most proud moment in her entire life.
Pia has previously worked with organizations that are champions in the fight against HIV/AIDS in the Philippines, an issue that is a growing problem in the country and one that is just now beginning to receive national recognition for the severity of the disease. As Miss Universe, Pia would like to work with the LGBT community specifically to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS education and prevention and will work with groups such as Gay Men’s Health Crisis and Apicha.
Pia loves fashion and all things to do with the beauty industry. Prior to winning the crown, Pia was a stylist and writer for the lifestyle section of Philippine Daily Inquirer, a leading newspaper in her country. The 26-year-old has many thoughts for her future but isn’t set on just one plan. She has expressed interest in becoming an author as well as creating her own perfume or clothing line in the future.
When she is not traveling around the globe fulfilling her duties as Miss Universe, Pia will reside in New York City throughout her reign. Pia’s win has already received an enormous amount attention and she has already provided an incredible sense of pride and hope to the Philippines and beyond.
World Liberty TV ,was on hand at The Latino Commission on Aids, Annual Gala, Where Miss Universe 2015 , Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was honored as an Madrina, See this interview and more right here in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel.
International Vision Expo & Conference East closed on Sunday, April 17 to increased attendance, as more than 16,000 attendees gathered in New York to celebrate the conference’s 30 years of empowering the optical community through dynamic education, exclusive buying opportunities and meaningful partnerships.
Early reports show that attendance for 2016 matched Vision Expo’s record-breaking levels from 2012 and 2014. More than 5,000 global brands were represented, with attendees traveling to the conference from all 50 United States and 94 countries. Education registration broke records for overall attendance as well as unprecedented participation by students and special events held in conjunction with the show maxed out venue capacities.
“The strong attendance this year, coupled with the feedback we’ve had from exhibitors that business was strong, demonstrates the continued growth and relevance of Vision Expo,” said Tom Loughran, industry vice president, Reed Exhibitions. “In addition to attendees and exhibitors, Vision Expo attracted media and influencers who regard Vision Expo as a leading resource for making the connection to global eyewear brands and thought-leaders in eyecare.”
Hundreds of exhibitors leveraged the exposure opportunities at Vision Expo to launch new products, technology and showcase the latest fashion trends to a heavy media presence, including strong representation from fashion bloggers and popular consumer outlets such as People Magazine, Promenade, and Yahoo Style & Travel.
The success of Vision Expo East was furthered by the conference’s strong affiliate partner network that championed the value and impact of International Vision Expo through hosting more than 50 meetings and events, including the co-location of the annual meeting of the New York State Optometric Association. The conference also enhanced its OPTimum program and introduced new partnerships with buying groups, providing members with improved access to
Vision Expo exhibitors and products.
These partnerships and other key strategic efforts for 2016 focused on enhancing the attendee experience, attracting new buyers, improving exhibitor satisfaction and ensuring a strong and relevant conference program. Highlights included:
• A new attendee Buying Program developed to maximize the Vision Expo shopping experience, making it easier to find, sort and benefit from hundreds of exclusive show specials;
• The introduction of its Take 30 Lounges and the availability of free Wi-Fi, provided by Think About Your Eyes, providing attendees new customized and engaging gathering spaces on the show floor;
• Its New Designer Gallery showcasing emerging and fashion-forward designers;
• 350 hours of education, including 143 hours of newly developed content addressing top-of-mind issues in clinical, optical technology and business solutions education.
Co-owned by The Vision Council and Reed Exhibitions, International Vision Expo has been a critical supporter of Vision Council programs that have generated over 16 billion consumer media impressions with messages about digital eye strain, UV protection, eyewear fashion, vision health and the importance of annual comprehensive eye exams.
One campaign in particular, The Vision Council’s Think About Your Eyes campaign of which Vision Expo is a proud supporter, has contributed to more than 1.5 million new eye exams. Recognizing the impact the initiative has had on patient awareness as well as business for the ECP community.
“The success of Vision Expo is what makes programs like Think About Your Eyes and others possible,” said Ashley Mills, Vice President of Trade Shows and Meetings, The Vision Council. “International Vision Expo brings together the entire industry to support, strengthen and grow the optical community. Think About Your Eyes allows the entire industry to have collective impact, reaching consumers and affecting their behavior. Ultimately, together, we are connecting consumers with optometrists to improve their vision health.”
About the International Vision Expo & Conference
International Vision Expos, the worldwide conference and exhibition for eyecare and eyewear, are trade-only events that draw more than 30,000 eyecare professionals each year. Co-owned by Reed Exhibitions and The Vision Council, International Vision Expo gives back to the entire ophthalmic community. Vision Expo East Ranks 74th on the 2014 Trade Show Executive magazine’s list of the Gold 100 Largest Trade Show List. Proceeds from International Vision Expo are used by The Vision Council to educate consumers about the importance of vision care and the options in eyewear and other related products. Each year, The Vision Council reaches millions of consumers with its messages through marketing materials, public relations outreach and strategic partnerships. International Vision Expo & Conference is a proud supporter of Think About Your Eyes, a national public awareness campaign, presented by The Vision Council and the American Optometric Association, designed to educate the public on the benefits of vision health and promote the importance of getting an annual comprehensive eye exam. Keep this vital campaign going!
World Liberty TV, Team was on hand at the Vision Expo and interviewed the movers and shakers of these industries ,see what they had to say right here in our World Liberty TV, Health & Beauty Channels.
Martino Cartier’s award winning salons reached the height of popularity after being featured on Bravo TV, where they gathered millions of fans. Since this exposure, Martino and his salons have been featured in Modern Salon, American Salon, Beauty Launchpad, BE, Seventeen, Salon Today, W and The Golden Globes.
Martino and his styling team have been featured at all of the major industry events in North America including Waldorf Astoria Intercoiffure New York, as well as Fontainebleau Intercoiffure, Miami Beach, FL. This year Martino was featured along with Tabatha Coffey, Kim Vo, Ken Paves, John Frieda and many other Elite Professionals at Behind the Chair’s Stylist Choice Awards in Chicago and has been nominated for Platform Artist of The Year 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 and HSN Best Entertainer 2014.
PHILOSOPHY
Martino by Martino Cartier believes that every woman should not only look amazing, but they should feel amazing too. Our products are made with the finest in all professional hair styling, from the rare ingredients to the luxury packaging. In order to achieve this, Martino met with the best chemists and package designers in the nation to personally ensure that each product was hand crafted with love. The line was created to plump, restore and repair hairs natural cuticle with the use of UVB filters and Omegas 3, 6 & 9.
The concept for the brand began with his passion Friends Are By Your Side. His charity provides Wigs & Wishes® to women and children battling cancer. With the purchase of any Martino by Martino Cartier product, 10% of net profits go directly to funding the charity, making these wishes, wigs and his annual event A Night of Wigs & Wishes possible.
Every day, thousands of women and children are diagnosed with cancer. Wigs & Wishes® Powered by Friends Are By Your Side® is a non-profit organization founded by Martino Cartier, that is dedicated to providing wigs & granting wishes to these courageous individuals. Supporting such a large initiative is made possible by a network of participating salons, stylists and global corporate sponsorships. Salons and stylists throughout the world empower women by providing them with complimentary services that allow them for a brief moment to forget about their fight.
Recent wishes and events include: Taylor Swift Meet & Greet for Alex, Justin Bieber Meet & Greet front row for Kiki, A day on the set with Adam Sandler for Angela, a family honeymoon for Jim Zetz, an Annual Night of Wigs & Wishes and plenty more!
With every purchase of my product, 10% of net profits will be donated directly to Friends Are By Your Side. Your support allows me to continue to provide wigs & wishes to women and children battling cancer.
World Liberty TV’S Executive Producer did an Exclusive Interview with Martino Cartier Global Artistic Director , Platform Artist and Humanitarian , see what he had to say to us at the International Beauty Show 2016 ,right here in our World Liberty TV, Health & Beauty Channels.
TechStyle NYC l opened its doors at noon to an all-day, influencer-only event, sure to surprise and spoil simultaneously. A brand showcase come beauty bonanza, the experiential endeavor encourages attendees to peruse and play dress-up; vacation into the virtual and dive in glam first to all the experience has to offer. From 3D designed nail jewelry to 3D printed sunglasses, on-demand coiffing services, cocktails and more, there will be plenty of activities to Instagram about!
In its 5th incarnation, TechStyle NYC will emerge in a 3,900 square foot, fashion-week friendly venue atset suitably between Skylight Clarkson Square and Milk Studios. Brought to us by Fashion-Tech Fusionist, Janine Just, the three-year-old initiative has ever served as a meet and greet for media and those brands reflecting the New, Now and Next in the fashion, beauty, tech and lifestyle genres. With May’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala theme revealed “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology”, the TechStyle NYC event series has experienced a plethora of new interest.
“We as people are innately empowered by the ideas of ‘accessibility’ and ‘possibility’,” explains Just. These new technologies are not about what we will be doing in 20 years, but what is going to enhance our everyday lives today and tomorrow. TechStyle NYC creates this platform highlighting the elegant and extraordinary -inspiring awe and excitement!”
See some of the following People we covered during New York Fashion Week-2015:
1.GBK Pilot Pens Gifting Suite and Lounge NYFW-2015
2. Allison Mitchell handbags-2015
3. Carlend Copenhagen Luxury Bags and Accessories By Gitte Carlend
4. Latin Expo and Fashion Shows
5. Mandy Black with Caj Beauty Dryer Brush interview at Stylex Showcase 2015
My work is about the importance of simple things; elements of nature that we usually
take for granted, and whose beauty we don’t take time to observe, like a fragment of
a leave, a flower, or the way light is reflected as it strikes a drop of dew.
These elements are recreated with emphasis in the geometry of nature’s designs. It
is the complexity within the simplicity.
The work constitutes an alarm to remind us all to preserve the environment that we
are part of and that we are relentlessly destroying.
Destroying “Nature” is destroying ourselves!
Graduated as an architect from Universidad Javeriana, Bogota, Colombia.
Over 50 group exhibitions and 25 solo shows in NY, Washington DC, Miami, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador,
Spain, France, Japan, China, among others.
PAINTINGS IN COLLECTIONS.
-MAC. Museo de Arte Contemporaneo, Bogota, Colombia
-Museo de Arte Bolivariano, Santa Marta, Colombia
-Latin American Art Museum, Miami, Florida
-Museo Colsubsidio, Bogota, Colombia
-The Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington DC
-The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington DC
-Georgetown University, Washington DC
-The National Museum of American History, Washington DC
-Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC
-The Library of Congress, Washington DC
-Portland Museum of Fine Art, Oregon
-AAAS-American Association for the Advancement of Science, Washington DC
-The New Convention Center, Washington DC
-Washington National Cathedral, Washington DC
-Center for Contemporary Printmaking. Norwalk CT
-Inter-American Development Bank, Washington DC
-The Washington Post, Washington DC.
-Cesar Gaviria, private collection, Colombia and NY.
AWARDS.
-The P O L L O C K-K R A S N E R Foundation AWARD, Grant, 2009
-Second Price, Photography:, Moore at the Garden”.The New York Botanical Garden, 2007
-Grant, “Art Walk”. D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Washington DC. 2006
-Equal Award, The Art league, Alexandria VA.
-Purchase Award, Center for Contemporary Printmaking, Norwalk, CT
-Award and Grant “Our Voices Our Images” The Inter-American Development Bank, and the
D.C. Commission for the Arts and Humanities, Washington, DC.
-Award of Merit, the Neptune festival, Virginia Beach, VA.
-Honorable Mention, the Art League, Alexandria, VA.
-Medal of Merit Award, Ministry of Development, Bogota, Colombia.
– Best in Show, First Stained Glass international Salon, Bogota, Colombia.
-Honorable Mention, Salon del Fuego, Bogota, Colombia.
-First Prize Architectural design for the Music Conservatory, Ibague Colombia.
World Liberty TV, Team interviewed Mr Bernal at The Giving Back Foundation Annual Gala 2015, where Mr Bernal is a huge supporter of the Cause ,as well as donating his art for the cause.
FTL MODA has joined forces with the Christopher & Dana Reeve as a nonprofit partner for NYFW Spring/Summer 2016 (SS2016) for its presentation on September 13, 2015 at the historic Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central Station. With a shared mission to push boundaries and challenge disability stereotypes on runways and beyond, the upcoming chapter of FTL MODA at NYFW promises to impact the global fashion scene.
In a groundbreaking event last February, FTL MODA’s finale show featured models from around the world living with disabilities, setting a critical precedent about inclusion and the importance of redefining fashion industry standards. By partnering with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and Global Disability Inclusion, FTL MODA will once again cast a diverse range of models, including models living with disabilities, as part of the lineup for the upcoming SS2016 catwalk.
“We are extremely proud and very excited about this alliance with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, an esteemed nonprofit recognized for driving innovative research and improving the quality of life for those living with paralysis. We share their steadfast commitment to raising awareness for the paralysis community and together, we will break down barriers to achieve total inclusion for models living with disabilities across the most prestigious runways of the world. By challenging the stereotypes surrounding disability, we will truly create fashion free from confines,” said FTL MODA Producer Ilaria Niccolini. “We are also thrilled to confirm our partnership with Global Disability Inclusion, LLC. After our synergy for the February show in NY and fashion week in Milan, Italy we are pleased to have their participation in the September 2015 show,” concluded Niccolini.
At the core of the fashion industry is a forward-thinking and ever-changing notion of beauty: a concept that should not only apply to the clothes, but to those who wear them.
For this SS 2016 presentation, FTL MODA will also proudly collaborate with renowned advocate, Madeline Stuart, the Australian teen model with Down Syndrome.
FTL MODA continues its tradition of showcasing outstanding and prestigious designers. The selection of designers for FTL MODA SS2016 includes Carmen Steffens (Brazil), Anna’s Loud (Italy), Wild (Germany), Archana Korchhar (India), Alexandra Frida (the Netherlands), and Hendrik Vermeulen (South Africa). The opening show will feature acclaimed South American brand Carmen Steffens, debuting at NYFW with world-class top models and special VIPs in attendance. The shows promise to be innovative and cutting-edge under the dramatic make-up direction of top international MUA Einat Dan and Valeria Orlando.
A two-day showroom activation will follow the FTL MODA runway presentation at the Fitzpatrick Manhattan, on September 16th and 17th, with highly renowned fashion blogger and ASVOFF Film Festival President Diane Pernet as the keynote speaker.
About FTL MODA
Founded in 2006 by Ilaria Niccolini Production, FTL Moda has been presenting runway shows internationally and has established itself within the Italian fashion community as a bridge for Proudly Made in Italy to showcase at an International level. FTL MODA has been recognized by the Italian government of the Region of Lombardy as the official platform to support Made in Italy in the world. After the third season with Mercedes Benz Fashion Week New York, the FTL MODA platform makes a step further as an official platform under the umbrella of the Council of Fashion Designers of America in one of the most prestigious venues in NYC.
About the Reeve Foundation
The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy. We meet all 20 of the Better Business Bureau’s standards for charity accountability and hold the BBB’s Charity Seal.
About Global Disability Inclusion
Global Disability Inclusion, LLC is a boutique consulting firm providing disability inclusion strategies for global companies and U.S. Federal Contractors. Our work helps companies realize the business benefits of including people with disabilities in the workplace, the workforce and the marketplace.
NYFW Malan Breton Presents
Spring Summer Collection 2016: Reflections of Sun Moon Lake
NEW YORK, NY -During the inaugural New York Fashion Week, internationally acclaimed fashion designer Malan Breton presents a collection for man, and woman inspired by his recent travels to Taiwan’s, Sun Moon Lake.
As a partner to the country of Taiwan, Malan Breton’s collections have received critical acclaim in the mainstream fashion media. This season Malan Breton continues his Journey to Taiwan series with a collection called “Reflections”.
This fashion week with Taiwan Tourism Bureau, Breton will incorporate visual elements drawing from his rich background in the arts. The collection will incorporate traditional Taiwanese dying techniques, embroideries, silks, and fibers that will bring this eastern inspired collection into a modern western silhouette.
The show will also incorporate live music, and the use of modern technology to build upon this already stunning story of one of the most inspiring places in the world Sun Moon Lake. Presented at Style Fashion Week, the collections final touches will be added by Malan Breton’s hair partner Ecru New York, with tattoos by Black Lace Skin Jewelry.
The show will be a multimedia spectacular set to the pace of New York Fashion weeks Spring Summer 2016 collections. This season reflect with us on the beauty of this beautiful collaboration.
Malan has teamed up with cancer research charity, Sound Affects. In support of Sound Affects, he has donated a finale gown that will be auctioned off during his NYFW Wrap Party on the 15th.
World Liberty TV ,Fashion Team was on hand at NYFW Styling Event where Malan Breton, did his Runway show, see it right here in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel.
The following books were reviewed by World Liberty TV, Book Review Team at the Book Reviews at Book Expo of America ( BEA)-2015:
The Fashion Book,The New Edition of The Fashion Book :Takes a fresh look at the fashion world and the people who created and inspired it.The Following authors contributed to the book: Carmel Allen , Tim Cooke,Laura Gardner, Beth Hancock and many more,The Book is Published by Phaidon Press Limited.
Alejandro Toledo The Shared Society, A vision for the Global future of Latin America. Author is Former President of Peru Alejandro Toledo, and is published by Redwood Press.
XI Jinping The Governance of China : Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, the President of the People’s Republic of China, and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission. The Book is Published by Foreign Languages Press Co.Ltd Bejing China.
Lincoln’s Funeral Train: The Epic Journey From Washington to Springfield ,Author is Robert M.Reed and is published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
The SEP LookBook NYC Fashion Week Spring 2015 Collections, from Atelier to Runway:
The 4th Edition of Schiffer Fashion Pressa’s (SEP) runway compendium tells the story of the spring 2015 New York Fashion Week collections from “Atelier to Runway”. The Authors of the book are Andrea Kiliany Thatcher and Morgan Beye and is published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
Andy Warhol Portraits: The most Comprehensive collection of Warhol’s Portraits featuring the Hollywood icons, socialites and art world darlings of Warhol’s world. Book is Published by Phaidon Press Limited.
The Classic Beauty ,The History of Makeup: the author of the book is Gabriela Hernandez and is published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
The envisage Facial Exerciser is Revolutionizing Facial Care. envisage prompts a more youthful complexion to return naturally with no need for costly or invasive techniques. envisage is a unique approach to optimizing facial tone and tightening skin. The envisage facial exerciser is an attractive hand-held device which is designed to specifically target six areas of the face–deep cheek lines, double chin, saggy jowls, loose neck skin, forehead lines and saggy eyelids. The hand held device allows you to apply precise pressure to create resistance as you exercise each of these areas.
The resistance the pads applies is key to achieving excellent facial tone. You intensify the workout with the vibration feature. By targeting an area with resistance and vibration you are strengthening the small facial muscles and in doing so, achieve better facial tone and tighter skin. As you do the exercises, you are replacing the fat lost with aging and atrophied muscle with real muscle. You are also increasing the blood flow to the face which activates skin collagen.
This is how you improve skin tone and reduce facial wrinkles and folds. The envisage is ergonomically-designed; it fits comfortably in your hand and the vibration button is easy to access. A charger is included. Envisage is made of high-quality, non-toxic, materials, and has been carefully designed to be gentle on your skin.
World Liberty TV,Health & Beauty Team was on hand at the US Product Debut of Envisage Renew , and had the pleasure of interviewing its founder and President Anita Lorelli, See what she had to say about this wonderful product.
