Fashion Stylist Engie Hassan dresses some of the most glamorous women and men in the world. Engie has styled and personally shopped for royalty such as Princess Ameerah Al Taweel, celebrities such as Miranda Kerr, Lady Gaga and Kelly Choi, as well as a bevy of editors and models during Fashion’s key happenings including Mercedes Benz fashion week and The Met Gala. An alum Vogue, Paris Vogue, Teen Vogue and Numero, Engie is no stranger to glamorous clientele and the challenging work that comes with it.

As it is Engie’s work with Royalty that always inspires the most fascination and questions, Engie is generously sharing her sartorial insights on dressing Royalty and how all women can apply this wisdom in building their own closets.

What is the best part of dressing a client like Princess Ameerah?

We grow up believing that we are princesses and dress up like them. I grew up watching my mother dress like princess Diana; she was my style icon.  So now being able to dress a real life princess is a surreal experience.  It is an amazing feeling; I feel privileged and simply honored. She is part of so many different important projects and touches so many lives. She is the face of a country. I get to put my concept and theory of fashion on an amazingly influential person. But most of all, the princess is a sweet person and I’m thankful to work with people like her.

Who would you say are the best-dressed royals of recent times?

1. Princess Diana
2. Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco
3. Princess Ameerah Al Taweel of Saudi Arabia
4. Princess Charlotte of Monaco
5. Queen Rania of Jordan

Princess Ameerah styled by Engie Hassan

Queen Rania of Jordan

What current trends can be incorporated into elegant Royal Style?

Wearing sheer tops can be given a royal touch by adding a brooch, pearls, or the proper accessories. Most looks for royalty only need one, or at max two, bold statement pieces, such as a precious stone bracelet. Of course, always wear proper undergarments.

Instead of wearing a jacquard blazer with jeans, for Royal styling I would switch out the jeans for very well-tailored pants or a skirt for the princess.

Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco

Evening wear should be updated with more glamour by making it more conservative. If the dress were to be strapless then it should be a sheer blush pink or a royal purple, and definitely no brights. It should also be covered up with a silk scarf around the neck.

How can women without royal titles emulate our favorite Royal styles?

You can add elegance to our everyday looks with accessories such as shawls or short gloves. A lot of styles are moving toward femme chic, which is very royal. These styles include feminine prints and fabrics. Also softer palettes and more conservative silhouettes embody the timeless style that Royals need to showcase.

What are the most challenging aspects of dressing royalty?

The time constraints always offer a good challenge My Royal clients are only in the United States for a limited amount of time each visit, so things have to be done efficiently and without mistakes.

Fashion-wise, it is making sure that she is always a trendsetter, but that the trends are making her more of an icon and are appropriate for all of the different roles she plays, such as being a part of an important event such as the Clinton Global Initiative. We have to make sure that the style, cut and even the color are always proper and relevant for each event.

Princess Amira Al-Taweel of Saudi Arabia arrives at the Clinton Global Initiative Reception at the Museum of Modern Art in New York September 21, 2011. REUTERS/Allison Joyce (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS ROYALS)

In January 2010, Engie Hassan made her official entrance into styling professionally with the launch of her company EngieStyle. Through referrals from contacts made by networking in the fashion world, Engie quickly gained an elite clientele for styling projects. Her impeccable work can be seen on the red carpet and runways, as well as in magazines, print media and commercials. With a degree from FIT and an MA from NYU, as well as work experience at Vogue, Paris Vogue, Teen Vogue and Numero, Engie had the opportunity to work with some of the most sought after fashion stylists, editors, and photographers, providing her with a rare glimpse into the industry.

Engie pairs her vast experience with her innate and remarkable ability to style her clients in any way they would like to be perceived, while always maintaining their elegance. An avid traveler, Engie understands and draws from the fashions of different cultures, which has garnered her clients the world over. With modern energy and great flair, EngieStyle continues to offer exceptional style and service to clients by providing them with a highly personalized and unique experience. As of April 2011, Engie Hassan is the official Fashion Stylist for www.MyModel.com which is part of the Bauer Teen Network.

For more details on Engie Hassan and EngieStyle’s broad array of expert services, visit www.engiestyle.com or call her agents Marcy Clark and Alex Beitler at Yellow Sky Agency, 212.729.9619.

Women’s Mafia fashion darlings Ken Chen of KENCHEN SF and ASTONISH Fashion and Art Magazine are teaming up for the San Francisco event of the season! Will you be there?

Astonish Magazine is pleased to SHOWCASE

The 3^rd Annual BLACK V Fashion Event

What: The BLACK V Fashion Event presents collections endorsing the chic and beautiful mystique of black to San Francisco’s fashion scene. Owen Buenaventura, one of the most reputable fashion producers in the Bay Area, will direct the show, his third year in a row. ASTONISH Magazine, an avant-garde fashion magazine focusing on the repertoire of emerging international fashion designers, returns as the media sponsor for this highly esteemed event.

This is a major opportunity for fashion industry professionals in San Francisco to connect with each other and keep the fashion zeitgeist alive through the cross-pollination of traditional runway, multi-media platform and technology.

Integral members of the fashion industry participate every year, including various designers, stylists, models, fashion and style bloggers, photographers, and editors. In previous years, more than 300 fashion enthusiasts have pledged their support.

The 3^rd annual BLACK V Designers Lineup will include: Ken Chen San Francisco, Acta Non Verba, Cari Borja, Daniel Sudar, d’Homme by Dahae Kim, Gail B Shrive, Kate Knuvelder, and Zoë Hong.

Proceeds from the BLACK V Fashion Event will benefit the Fashion Show Production Class at City College of San Francisco. The Foundation of City College is a non-profit organization.

Sponsors for this year include (as of April 24^th; more to be added):

Venue/Makeup: PIGMENT COSMETICS, San Francisco
Models: SF Model Agencies
Media & Marketing: ASTONISH MAGAZINE, San Francisco
In Support by: Thre.ad
Hair and Makeup: San Francisco Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology- A Paul Mitchell Partner School
Video: Saazmantra Productions | Shane Stinar | Astonish Magazine
Photography: Clay Kerri
For Press/Media: keancole@gmail.com

When: Saturday, May 12, 2012 6:30 PM

Where: The Landmark
1 Market Street (Mission Street Entrance)
San Francisco, CA 94105

Price: Invitation only; limited VIP packages available at $50 per person (tax deductable).

Tickets: http://www.wantickets.com/blackv

Information: For information on ASTONISH Magazine, please visit http://www.astonishworld.com/.

Press Requests: For Sponsorship opportunities and partnerships, please contact Brandon@astonishmagazine.com and/or BlackVFashion@gmail.com.

We will be celebrating artisanal crafts and global goods from The Traveler’s Collection. From signature pieces for your home to striking jewelry, clothing and accessories, each individually-curated piece reflects the distinctive style of its origin.

I am thrilled to MC this chic charity event, for women only, which will support Islamic Relief USA’s programs benefitting women all over the world. Their top-rated programs include clean water initiatives in Mali, Yemen and China, Vocational training for orphans in Afghanistan, Emergency Livestock intervention in Ethiopia, Educational programs in Africa and across the middle east, Food Aid programs in Egypt, Lebanon, China, the United States and many other countries, as well as dozens of other life-saving, inspirational programs in the areas women need them most. Tickets are selling out fast as they are extremely reasonable at only $40 for a luxe evening.

Islamic Relief USA Charity Event to Feature Women’s Fashion Show:

(New York, N.Y., 4/12/2012) Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA), a relief and development organization based in the D.C. metro area, will feature a women’s fashion show at an April 28 charity event in New York. Relief on the Runway will feature designs by Deepak Perwani, Nayna, Cosry, Guzel, Modern Mary, Razan Daker, Nzinga Knight, Nahda Designs, and Sahaili Styles. The event is for women only.  Musical performance by Omnia Hegazy and Spoken Word artist Tahani Salah.  Casting and Production by Aushim Raswant of 3V.

Styling and Production by Engie Hassan of EngieStyle. Hair and Makeup by Rare NYC.  Proceeds will go toward Islamic Relief’s programs benefiting women.

What: Islamic Relief’s Relief on the Runway Charity Fashion Show

When: April 28th, 2012

Where: Broad Street Ballroom
41 Broad St.,
New York, NY 10004
Tickets: 800.617.7238, irshow.eventbrite.com

Islamic Relief USA’s projects for women seek to improve maternal health, promote gender equality and empower women through education and income-generating opportunities.

Islamic Relief USA, based in Alexandria, Va., is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) humanitarian organization with eight consecutive 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator. Its mission is to alleviate suffering, hunger, illiteracy and disease regardless of color, race, gender or creed, and to provide aid in a compassionate and dignified manner. In 2011, Islamic Relief USA benefited more than 6 million people in 34 countries, including the United States.  In addition to its 4-star rating on Charity Navigator, Islamic Relief USA meets all of the Standards for Charity Accountability of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance, a national charity monitoring group affiliated with the Better Business Bureau system. Islamic Relief USA is listed on the U.S. government’s Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) charity list, and it is also a signatory to the code of conduct of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.

http://www.islamicreliefusa.org

A Worldwide Leader in Alleviating Poverty |

Islamic Relief USA Awarded 4 Stars by Charity Navigator

This award-winning spa, which recently expended into Manhattan as well as Westfield, will be offering 24 hour concierge appointments as well as including wellness consultations in a relaxed, nourishing Spa setting.

Grand Opening of Magic Hands Skin & Body
Monday May 7^th – 6-9pm
New Westfield Location at Salon 1100
1100 South Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090
Now Introducing 24 Hour Concierge Appointments!     973.715.3826

Hosted by Lora Condon, Award Winning Celebrity Esthetician and Author of “SPA WARS The Ugly Truth About the Beauty Industry”

• Live Performance by Tap Dancer and R&B Artist AC Lincoln
• Summer Trends Fashion Presentation by Engie Hassan of EngieStyle
• Healthy Indulgences From Herbalife
• Italian Savories from Cioffi’s
• Chair Massages
• Free Wellness Profiles and Entry Into Our Weight Loss Kick Off
• Charity Raffle Prizes All Evening
• Deluxe Gift Bags With Discounts of Future Services

RSVP to Marcy Clark at: rsvp@yellowskyagency.com or call 212.729.9619

Dress Code: Jersey Chic

VIP Guests including celebrity stylists “The Salon Guy” Stephen Marinaro, Jason Hayes (Carrie Diaries, SNL, Gossip Girl), Ianthe Foushee, Eric Alt and many more!

For The Trade: Discount membership for the New Jersey Beauty and Wellness Professionals Association

AC LINCOLN RELEASES “CRAZY” [A LOVE DETECTIVE STORY]
New Single from his upcoming EP “Mr. International”

What the press are saying about AC Lincoln: Your Local Gentleman
“Multi-talented” – New York Times
“Explosive… crooning… furious bursts of tap dancing” – Notes from the Underground

AC Lincoln’s sexy new single “Crazy” [A Love Detective Story] is now available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and all major music outlets. In anticipation of the full EP “Mr. International”, “Crazy” invites listeners into the soulful, haunting, and torrid romance of Mr. Lincoln’s brand new creation.

Written, produced, arranged and performed by AC Lincoln, he joins forces with leading contemporary musicians: Jeremy Most (Guitar, Bass, Keys), Takuya Kuroda (Trumpet) and Cory King (Trombone) to orchestrate a compelling experience. Soon to follow will be a full-length music video for “Crazy” and the summer release of AC Lincoln’s EP “Mr. International”.

Born on the Island of St. Croix, in the middle of his parents’ tour of the US Virgin Islands, this multi dimensional R&B singer, Composer, Producer and Tap Dancer began his career at an early age. Known for sultry and smooth vocals, groove-driven rhythms and an electric, dynamic stage presence, AC Lincoln has been traveling and performing with his family of acclaimed Jazz and R&B singers his whole life.

Raised in New York City, Alex or “AC” discovered at the age of 5 an affinity for moving his feet to the beat of a drum. After receiving a special gift of tap shoes from his family, this young impresario quickly became popular on the NYC tap scene sharing the stage with the original “hoofers” of the time and Tap legends such as Peg Leg Bates, Jimmy Slide, Savion Glover, Buster Brown and Henry Latang. With his definitive style and refined stage presence, AC was soon traveling the world playing festivals and concert halls all throughout his youth. Growing with such a rich musical environment Mr. Lincoln’s passion for music evolved to form an innovative and fresh body of work, song writing, producing and singing. Mr. Lincoln has Headlined at A Gala for the NAACP, The Caramoor Jazz Festival, The Cotton Club and Lincoln Center to name a few and most recently at top NY Venues such as The Jazz Standard, Smalls, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, Ella Lounge and  The Canal Room.

www.aclincoln.com

Jazz aficionados everywhere will have the opportunity to warm their hearts this spring with the smooth baritone voice of jazz legend Marion Cowings. Well known as the lyricist on the standards “For Ceora” and Miles Davis’ solo in “Freddie Freeloader,” listeners will experience Cowings’ rhythm and sounds that go beyond age, trends or style. Accompanied in his latest album release with pianist Kenny Barron, these jazz masters express impeccable collaborative musicianship. With these classic songs played faithfully to the composer’s intent, they will satisfy the hearts of audiences.

Barron is widely recognized as a world-class virtuoso, and band leader. Cowings is known for his work with singer Kim Kalesti and his collaboration with many jazz artists including Hank Jones on their compilations; this album will be Cowings’ debut as a solo artist.

Jazz singer Marion Cowings is a native New Yorker. His smooth baritone voice and considerable range have been delighting audiences around the world for decades. Mentored by the legendary Jon Hendricks, Cowings is a master of vocalese and singing technique. He has appeared at the Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Blue Note, Village Vanguard, as well as many prestigious jazz festivals and venues abroad. Currently Cowings headlines regularly at Smalls Jazz Club in the West Village and his sets are broadcast live to a faithful global audience.

Upcoming NY Concert Dates:

Zeb’s
March 21, 2012 8pm
New York City, NY

Smalls Jazz Club
April 27th, 2012
7:30

www.marioncowings.com

With Pianist John DiMartino and Bassist Marcos Varela
The Zinc Bar
Wednesday, March 21st at 7pm for one set
82 West 3rd Street (btw Thompson & Sullivan) Greenwich Village, NYC
212-477-ZINC

Singer, composer and jazz legend Kim Kalesti has a long-standing reputation for her beautiful vocal tone, fine phrasing and intelligent storytelling. A young Kim Kalesti captured the attention of New York City’s jazz scene in the early 1980’s. Her list of accomplishments would blossom even more from recording and performing in clubs and Jazz festivals with jazz greats including Kenny Barron, Eddie Gomez, Joe Williams, Dave Leibman and Clark Terry, to name a few. Now in the prime of her memorable career she has been invited to perform for and with Dizzy Gillespie, Tony Bennett, Billy Eckstine, Carmen McCrae, Jack Jones and George Clinton. There is something magical about listening to a seasoned performer such as Kim Kalesti, who has dedicated her life to her artistry.

Kim Kalesti, accompanied by Pianist John DiMartino and Bassist Marcos Varela will work her musical magic at the famous New York Jazz Club, The Zinc Bar, on Wednesday March 21^st at 7pm.

On the New York scene Grammy Nominated pianist and arranger John Di Martino has established a reputation as an adaptable, respected straight-ahead jazz player, a sensitive and sought-after accompanist of singers, and a brilliant Latin jazz keyboard artist.

Bassist Marcos Varela at 18 was recognized by the Houston jazz scene as one of the top honorees of the NFAA International Jazz award, IAJE Clifford Brown / Stan Getz All- Star and later a member of the Prestigious Kennedy Centers Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program. A graduate of New School University on scholarship, Varela quickly established himself as an important part of the New York and World music scene.

“Kimistry and The Living Museum”

http://twitter.com/#!/kimkalesti

http://www.facebook.com/KimistryAndTheLivingMuseum.KimKalesti

www.reverbnation.com/KimistryandTheLivingMuseum

Women’s Mafia members can take advantage of exclusive new “A La Carte” PR rates with Women’s Mafia sister company Yellow Sky Agency. What better way to Spring into action than with a new bio, press release or media alert?

Press Release – We will interview you one-one-one to create a custom press release to draw attention to your most news-worthy products and services. $450 (Normally $650)

Media Alert – Alert the press about your timely announcements with a custom media alert and email distribution to your top 200 outlets. $850 (Normally $1,500)

Press Kit Mailing – Two custom press releases and a print mailing with follow-up for the top 50 press in your industry. $1,850 (Normally $3,000)

Also ask us about newsletters, bio’s for your website, Desk-side editor appointments, fashion shows, blogger events and our strategic full-service PR campaigns. Call 212.729.9619 for details. Available through March 30^th only for new clients.  www.yellowskyagency.com

This March 14th is a special edition of Champagning because our coveted guests will get to meet designer Ken Chen of KEN CHEN San Francisco, and preview pieces from his acclaimed new FW collection. We will be there from 6:30 til 9:30 or later. Will we see you there?

RSVP today to me and to RSVP@statusvipservices.com to enjoy a complimentary Happy Hour from 8:30-9:30 with us. Exclusive for Press and registered Women’s Mafia members. Dream Hotel Midtown on 55th and 7th.