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Designers David Paul and Nick Verreos in their Finale Bow, NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 runway show, Style Week OC Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward This past weekend--alongside my partner David Paul--I had the honor of debuting our NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Collection on Finale Night of Style Week Orange County 2014 at Irvine Spectrum Center in Irvine California. Our runway show began the night's festivities, which was then followed by the Celebrity Cruises Design Competition and the Spectrum Collection. I'll have a BLOG RECAP of those events in an upcoming post. But for now...it's all about our NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 fashion show... Check out some photos from the show last Saturday night: The Giant Ferris Wheel--and runway stage--Irvine Spectrum Center, Style Week OC 2014 Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward The Stage Is Ready: NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Collection, Style Week OC Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward Backstage: NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Gowns on a rack--Style Week OC 2014, Irvine Spectrum Center Sketch Fab: NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Collection sketch board Designers David Paul and Nick Verreos of NIKOLAKI, backstage, Style Week OC 2014, Irvine Spectrum Center Backstage with the Models: Designers David Paul and Nick Verreos of NIKOLAKI with models (L to R) Bianca, Katrina, Lauren and Beth from L.A. Models Runway--NIKOLAKI Spring 2-15 fashion show Style Week OC, Irvine Spectrum Center Model Couple: Models Katrina and Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI Collection designs, backstage before the NIKOLAKI Spring 2-15 fashion show, Style Week OC, Irvine Spectrum Center Back Gorgeous: Model Marketa Kazdova in NIKOLAKI cocktail dress with NIKOLAKI co-designer Nick Verreos, backstage Style Week OC, Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of shifteh_shabazian Runway Show Pics: NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Runway Show--Style Week OC 2014 Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Beth in lemon yellow mini-striped silk organza bateau-neck ball gown Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Katrina in gold/copper sequins and ivory silk ziberline cocktail dress featuring plunging neckline, structured drop-shoulders and attached pencil skirt Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Rina in gold/copper sequined column gown with flutter/capelet Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Marketa in bias-cut gold sequin cocktail dress with three-quarter sleeves and back draped cowl Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Juliet in fuchsia silk duchesses satin gown with "Toreador" cascade front drape; model Marketa in NIKOLAKI black and white strapless silk gazar gown in the background Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Kamerra Simpson in green printed silk mousseline one shoulder gown with high side slit and exaggerated batwing sleeve Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Michelle in ivory silk ziberline high-neck gown with drop-shoulders and hand-sewn crystal neck embellishment Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI Spring 2015: model Amanda Fields Bennett in raspberry-colored silk gazar one shoulder gown with draped top and fitted waist Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward Models Amanda Fields Bennett and Bianca Palmerin in NIKOLAKI gowns--NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 fashion show Style Week OC, Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of feastfashionfaves NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Finale Style Week OC Irvine Spectrum Center Finale: Models in NIKOLAKI Spring 2015, Style Week OC Irvine Spectrum Center Photo Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward NIKOLAKI designers Nick Verreos and David Paul take their Final Bow--Style Week OC Irvine Spectrum Center **For images of the ENTIRE NIKOLAKI Spring 2015 Collection, Click HERE !
Wedding Couture: Nick Verreos and his sister Rita Verreos--Rita weraing a NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul custom NIKOLAKI silk crepe and paillette sequined gown This past Saturday was a very special occasion: my sister Rita, got married. She married actor/writer/producer Carl Mergenthaler. Carl is originally from Mexico City, Mexico and knows how to cook REALLY well (LOVE his Scallop Salad!) and also knows how to make a DELICIOUS Dirty Martini (Hello!)... Hola Carl: The newlyweds Carl Megenthaler and Rita Verreos-- Topanga Canyon, CA Carl also is like a "Horse-and-Dog Whisperer"...in other words, he's amazing with all animals. Brother-Sister Selfie: (L to R) Nick Verreos, Rita Verreos and David Paul--Rita and Carl's Wedding, Topanga Canyon CA Wedding Location, Topanga Canyon, CA My partner David and I headed to a beautiful Ranch in Topanga Canyon--about an hour away from where we live in LA--the site of their wedding. Hair Do: Rita Verreos and her "Wedding Day" hairstyle--plus close-up's of the NIKOLAKI sequin and silk crepe gown top section My Sister's Wedding NIKOLAKI Gown: Wedding Fab: David and I decided to make my sister Rita a very special gown for her second wedding--one that wouldn't be too "Wedding Gown"-like and at the same time, still have that "Wedding Gown" effect. I asked my sister for her measurements and without a single fitting, we made her this gown above. The gown features a hand-sewn sequin paillette over silk chiffon top section, hand-molded--attached to an off-white silk crepe column floor-length skirt with side slit and train. The style also featured an open back--something my sister asked for. It was based on a combination of these two NIKOLAKI Collection dresses: NIKOLAKI: Sequined mini cocktail dress (left) and silk crepe-back satin gown with cowl drape back The dress took about 100 hours of labor (sewing, pattern, draping) to make and it looked AMAZING on her! Flower Girls: My beautiful niece Casia--and Gwen--Wendie's niece--were the flower girls. Oh, and I was a "Bridesmaid". But back to my niece: she wore my NV Nick Verreos "Bianca" printed tie-neck shirt dress with in-seam pockets: "Bianca" Dress NV Nick Verreos Walking Down The Aisle: My sister Rita and her son--my nephew, Alain--Topanga Canyon, CA Back View: My sister and nephew--and my NIKOLAKI gown-- Topanga Canyon, CA Altar Couture: Bride and groom--Rita and Carl-- Topanga Canyon CA Familia: My dad--Jim Verreos--and mom Raquel (wearing an NV Nick Verreos canary yellow chiffon dress) with the Bride and Groom--Rita and Carl-- Topanga Canyon CA Cake and Table Setting--Rita and Carl's Wedding, Topanga Canyon CA Cheers: Nick Verreos and David Paul, Topanga Canyon CA Congratulations and Felicitaciones Rita and Carl! XOXO, Nick
Nick Verreos hosts "FIDM Red Carpet Trends Nikolaki Fashion Show" at FIDM Museum Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages Last week, I had the honor of hosting a fabulous FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM Museum showcasing the newest "Red Carpet Collection" gowns from the NIKOLAKI line designed by myself and David Paul. Barbara Bundy, FIDM Museum Director and FIDM Vice President of Education Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages The evening was a celebration of all things Hollywood and Red Carpet. In the lead-up to the Academy Awards, FIDM Museum asked me to host this fabulous event in the "foyer"/lobby of the new 22nd Annual Art of Motion Picture Costume Design Exhibition. As an alumni of FIDM and the College's Official Spokesperson, of course, I jumped at the chance. I was also honored once I found out that the ever-so-chic Barbara Bundy--FIDM Museum Director and Vice President of Education at FIDM--would be introducing me! Red Carpet Invite: FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Victor Hugo Padilla Instagram, victorhugodelrey Not only would I show what trends one might see on the 2014 Oscars Red Carpet with our NIKOLAKI gowns but there would also be Champagne, "savories" (a mashed potato bar!), plus every guest had a chance to check out the fabulous exhibition which includes over 100 costumes, including the five Academy Award nominees for Best Costume Design. Outdoors Fab--the scene outside, prior to the beginning of the FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Victor Hugo Padilla Instagram, victorhugodelrey Mashed Potato "Bar": FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Victor Hugo Padilla Instagram, victorhugodelrey Gilded Chairs: FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Gowns Ready: FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of FIDM Instagram fidmcollege Nikolaki Duo: Designers David Paul and Nick Verreos--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Pics of the NIKOLAKI Fall 2014 "Red Carpet Hollywood" collection: Model Tylynn in a NIKOLAKI creme silk chiffon hand-gathered "Goddess" gown with "Watteau" back and golden sequined accents--Backstage, pre-show, FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Model Amanda in terracotta red one shoulder matte jersey darped gown with gathered torso and side front slit--Backstage, pre-show, FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Model Janica in lemon yellow striped silk organza ball gown with high front neck, open back, pleated full back gown-skirt and hand-sewn Swarovski crystal straps--Backstage pre-show, FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Chatting Couture: Models pre-show backstage--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Gown Trends: Full Gowns: (Left to right) lemon yellow striped silk organza ball gown with high front neck, open back, pleated full back gown-skirt and hand-sewn Swarovski crystal straps, and Op-Art "confetti" printed silk gazar hi-lo gown with plum caviar beaded front neckline detail--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photos Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages Metallic Shimmer: NIKOLAKI Fall 2014 gowns (Left to right) silver and black silk chiffon paillete gown with capelet, cowl-front and side-front slit; gold pailllette-over-silk chiffon column gown with draped detail and side slit--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photos Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward Teal and Structured Draped: Teal-colored silk duchesse satin gown with draped front, fuller bottom skirt and jeweled neckline detail--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photos Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages (left), Evans Vestal Ward (right) Column Silhouette: Plum-colored "caviar" beaded column gown with front side pleats, open back and back bias-cut cowl drape--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photos Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward Dramatic Drape and Caped Chic: (Left to right) Bubblegum pink silk duchesse satin gown with dramatic front cascade folds and draped top and side-front slit; black silk crepe-back satin gown with silk chiffon cape, structured shoulders and jeweled waist-- FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photos Courtesy of Evans Vestal Ward Draped Terracotta Red: Model Amanda Fields models NIKOLAKI matte jersey one shoulder draped gown with gathered front torso and skirt detail--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages Bubblegum Fab: Model Tylyyn Nguyen models bubblegum pink silk duchesse satin NIKOLAKI Fall 2014 gown--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages NIKOLAKI designers David Paul (left) and Nick Verreos (right) during the Finale of the FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages NIKOLAKI designers Nick Verreos and David Paul--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Photo Courtesy of Alex J. Berliner/ABImages Designers and Models: NIKOLAKI designers Nick Verreos and David Paul with models in NIKOLAKI Fall 2014 gowns--FIDM Red Carpet Trends Fashion Show at FIDM Museum Featuring NIKOLAKI gown collection Check out some of the coverage of this great event: California Apparel News TheMint.LA VeryVeryChic TheGraciousLady SoWhatToTwenty ...And Click HERE to view the full NIKOLAKI "Red Carpet Collection"
Fashion Designer Nick Verreos with model Amanda Fields in his NIKOLAKI gown, inspired by Leonore Annenberg--Sunnylands Chic: the Fashions of Leonore Annenberg fashion event Sunnylands Rancho Mirage On Wednesday, I went to the Desert--specifically, Rancho Mirage California. I was invited by Sunnylands and sponsored by the fabulous Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM to create a gown inspired by Leonore Annenberg, wife of former Ambassador to the United Kingdom and publishing magnate and philanthropist, Walter Annenberg. I was honored to be amongst five other designers, Michael Costello, Anthony Franco, Paul Hernandez, Lloyd Klein and Fe Zandi, who also designed creations inspired by Mr. and/or Mrs. Annenberg. My Inspiration: Nick Verreos with Leonore Annenberg's Oscar de la Renta apple green silk faille a-line batteau-neck gown I was asked to pick a garment from Mrs. Annenberg's "closet" and create a contemporary design. Well, naturally, after seeing an apple green silk faille Oscar de la Renta gown, it was "done and done", as I say. Now, before I get to all the photos of the fabulous fashion event and my Leonore Annenberg-inspired NIKOLAKI gown, it's time to take in the AMAZING Sunnylands gardens--Take a look at these GLORIOUS pics taken by my NIKOLAKI design and life partner David Paul. We were UTTERLY jealous of how beautiful this California succulent garden was...breathtaking indeed: Succulent Garden Envy--The gardens at Sunnylands, Rancho Mirage Prior to the Fashion Show and Presentation: TV Fab: Nick Verreos doing on-camera interviews for "Sunnylands Chic: the Fashions of Leonore Annenberg" fashion presentation Sunnylands Rancho Mirage Paul Hernandez, FIDM alumn fashion designer: Inspiration: Balmain Couture black "flamenco-sleeved" dress, from Mrs. Annenberg Paul Hernandez design--worn by model Amanda Fields My NIKOLAKI deisgn: NIKOLAKI Gown Inspired by Leonore Annenberg--modeled by Amanda Fields--I was inspired by the color first and foremost--of the original Oscar de la Renta gown. Then, I referenced the a-line silhouette as well as the batteau (boat) neckline. Model Amanda Fields in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul silk duchesse gown I also wanted to pay homage to the fabulous midcentury architecture of Sunnylands as well as the Hollywood Regency decors of the home--in terms of the structured shape, pleated front and arched back. David Paul and Nick Verreos of NIKOLAKI--with model Amanda Fields--"Sunnylands Chic: the Fashions of Leonore Annenberg" fashion event, Rancho Mirage
Nick Verreos On The Big Screen--FIDM Debut 2014 Fashion Show, Barker Hangar Santa Monica CA Last week was the fabulous FIDM DEBUT 2014. As the Official Spokesperson for FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, I had the honor of hosting and opening the FIDM DEBUT Fashion Show this past Thursday and Friday at the Santa Monica Barker Hangar--in front of THOUSANDS of attendees! Step and Repeat Outfit Change: I hosted both Thursday and Friday and naturally, I had different ensembles...On Thursday I wore my red H & M jacket and striped bow tie and on Friday, I wore my apple green/golden jacket from Topman and striped bow tie. Both of these pics were from my "Nick VIP Tent" that was adjacent to the Barker Hangar tent site of the FIDM DEBUT 2014 show. I had such a BLAST MC'ing both FIDM DEBUT 2014 shows--here are some pics... WURK that Stage: Nick Verreos onstage hosting FIDM DEBUT 2014--Barker Hangar Santa Monica CA I brought some of my NIKOLAKI gowns onstage as part of my entrance (naturally!): Nikolaki Couture: Models Asha and Marketa in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul gowns--red silk/wool ziberline strapless gown (left) and yellow striped silk organza high-neck ball gown (right)--FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Nick and NIKOLAKI: Nick Verreos with models Asha and Marketa in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul gowns--backstage FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Yellow Queen: Model Marketa wearing NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul yellow silk organza ball gown--FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Nick Verreos with models in NIKOLAKI gowns--Marketa in yellow silk organza ball gown (left) and Asha in silk chiffon copper-and-gold paillette column gown (right)--FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Runway Nick: Nick Verreos onstage at FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar Santa Monica CA MC Nick: Nick Verreos onstage at FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar 2014 Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Following the FIDM DEBUT 2014 shows, I had a very special "Nick VIP" tent set up for attendees/guests to come by and get photos/autographs...SO MUCH FUN! Here are some pics from that: Lining Up: The line outside my "Nick VIP Tent"--FIDM DEBUT 2014, Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA DEBUT VIP: Nick Verreos and FIDM DEBUT 2014 attendees at the "Nick VIP Tent"--Barker Hangar Santa Monica CA Selfie Fab: Nick Verreos and FIDM DEBUT 2014 attendee doing a selfie at the "Nick VIP Tent"--FIDM DEBUT 2014 Barker Hangar, Santa Monica CA Thank You to EVERYONE who attended this year's FIDM DEBUT show and especially, to everyone who came by to my "Nick VIP Tent" afterward! I LOVED meeting everyone, taking pics and sighing autographs--as well as DISHING on "Project Runway: Under The Gunn" with you! Hope to see you next year! xoxo
Red Carpet Sketching... Since the 84th Annual Academy Awards are coming up--THIS SUNDAY NIGHT!!!---I was asked about my predictions of what the stars might be wearing. So, I thought, well, why not take it a step further and actually draw MY visions of what the Academy Award-nominated Best Actresses would be wearing if I was asked (a little boy can DREAM n'est pas?) to design and create their Oscars Red Carpet Gowns. So, without further ado, here are my designs for actresses Rooney Mara, Meryl Streep, Michelle Williams, Glenn Close, and Viola Davis. All of these "Dream Illustrations" are based on some of my NIKOLAKI dresses and gowns from my collection. Let's begin with: Rooney Mara: Rooney is the 2012 Fashion "It" Girl--the Cate Blanchett of this year. I see Rooney in something that is NOT black! She LOVES the color black and so therefore I want to take her out of her "comfort zone" and have her wear RED! I also envision her in a directional statement-making dress. This gown is based on one of my NIKOLAKI cocktail dresses from my Spring 2011 Collection (above photo) and it features an asymmetrical neckline/top section and a very architectural cascade drape in the front of the structured silk ziberline gown. Meryl Streep: For Meryl, I wanted to see her in something softer--more "Grecian Goddess". So I sketched this gown above. She's been wearing lots of black for recent award shows and so therefore I wanted to go in the opposite direction. The color would be a vanilla creme and it would be in silk jersey. The gown would feature a high cowl neckline and asymmetrical open back detail with side-draped cowl, just like the original gown from my collection which I based it on (above photo). There would be figure-hugging and complimentary side pleating that would fall into a dramatic side back. It would be DRAMATIC, SEXY and oh-so fab for that three-quarter I-am-holding-my-Oscar-statuesque shot! It would also be such a departure from those too-stiff 80's suits a la Margaret Thatcher. Michelle Williams: Gorgeous Michelle. She wore a beautiful silver-blue Chanel Haute Couture sequined gown for last year's Academy Awards and I'd love to see her in head-to-toe sequins once again. But my NIKOLAKI design would be in a lilac/lavender color --very similar to this gown of mine: However, the sequin and color detail would Ombre from light to dark/light to heavy at the hem. My design features a plunging neckline but it is delicately hidden by an attached silk chiffon capelet. The shape would be fit-to-flare and feature a sexy side slit (she was TOO covered up at the 2012 Golden Globes). Glenn Close: For Glenn, I wanted to also take her out of her black color fashion comfort zone and create a gown in a midnight blue. I also know she loves that Mermaid Shape so I did a variation on this, based on one of my NIKOLAKI Mermaid-shaped gowns. The gown would be in a stiffer silk ziberline or taffeta and have hand-applied Swarovski crystal embellishment at the waist and neckline--again, for that ever-so-important three quarter shot! Finally, I would semi-cover her shoulders and biceps with horizontal pleated drape accents. Viola Davis: Finally, for Viola, I sketched this Fashion Goddess illustration. First off, I would LOVE to see Viola in a gown of this color: apple green. This is THE color for Spring/Summer 2012 and we saw it on a lot of the Paris, Milan, NY runways. If anyone can WORK this color, it's Miss Viola. The silk chiffon gown would be gathered at the bust as well as the center front, like this gown below from my NIKOLAKI Collection: There would be a high side slit for dramatic red carpet posing and yes, her torso--and "Sistahs" (she's been displaying them a lot lately)--would be elegantly positioned, with this gown. Finally, I added a very DIVA-like 20+ yards of silk chiffon cape attached to the gown at the back. This would flow as she walked like a Spartan Empress waiting to greet her 10,000 warriors--or her Oscar statue! I can't wait to see on Sunday night what these actresses decide to wear to the 84th Annual Academy Awards--and if my original sketches/designs were actually better...or not-so-much! Click Below for my "Oscar Fashion" What I Would Design For The Nominees Segment with NBC-LA's Cary Berglund from the fabulous FIDM Museum "Oscars Costumes" Exhibition:
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FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016--Nick Verreos Special Appearance The annual FIDM "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program began last week and as the Official Spokesperson for the college, I was honored to be a "Special Guest". The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM's "3 Days of Fashion" is an incredible summer program that occurs in all four FIDM campuses including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and San Francisco. During the three days of the program, high school students take draping, sketching and how-to-create-a-promotional campaign workshops, do trend research shopping, be inspired by FIDM graduates, experience the incredible resources and instructors the college has to offer and... Selfie Time: Nick Verreos takes selfie with FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 attendees As a bonus, the FIDM "3 Days of Fashion" attendees get to be guests at my Special Appearance and enjoy a special runway presentation of my high-end designs! The first stop on the FIDM 3 Days of Fashion was the FIDM San Diego campus. I love visiting this campus for many reasons including the fact that A) It's San Diego, one of the cities with the most perfect weather in the US, thank you very much; B) The FIDM San Diego campus is fabulous, intimate and OMG-Have-You-seen-the-View!? And... C) I also love visiting because my NIKOLAKI design partner-for-life David Paul is originally from there and so it's a chance for him to visit his family! (and for Uncles Nick and David to use David's niece Emilie as our "assistant"!). Here is a Blog Photo Recap of my Special Appearance, special "Fashion School with Nick" Lecture + Much More: Special Guest Nick Verreos: Nick Verreos onstage at FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Lecture with a View: Nick Verres at FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Signed FIDM Tote Bags and NIKOLAKI gowns waiting for their runway--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Alizee Gaillard wearing NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos & David Paul strapless evening gown in black silk zibeline and silk damask--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 What's In a Gown?: Nick Verreos with model Alizee Gaillard describing his NIKOLAKI fuchsia pink duchesse satin cascade drape gown--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Alizee Gaillard in NIKOLAKI fuchsia pink duchesse satin cascade drape gown--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Nick Verreos with model Alizee Gaillard in NIKOLAKI chartreuse colored silk chiffon cocktail dress with jeweled crystal waist--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Nick Verreos with model Alizee Gaillard wearing NV Nick Verreos QVC UK printed jersey snap-front jumpsuit--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Fashion School With Nick Verreos: Attendees at FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 getting a lesson in High Fashion SMILE & POSE: Post-Appearance Meet & Greet Pics---------------------------------------------------- Nick Verreos Post-Appearance Meet & Greet Photo Collages at FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Signing Time: Nick Verreos signs autographs at FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Uncles and Niece Selfie Time: Nick Verreos and David Paul with David's niece Emilie Coon (our official FIDM San Diego "Assistant")--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 San Diego Familia: (L to R) David Paul, Conchita Encinas-Hansen, Emilie Coon, Nick Verreos--FIDM San Diego 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Petco Park View: View of Petco Park from the campus of FIDM San Diego **UP NEXT: FIDM Los Angeles 3 Days of Fashion 2016 BLOG RECAP!!!
FIDM Orange County Fashion & Fun: Nick Verreos, model Amanda Fields Bennett and attendees at FIDM Orange County 3 days of Fashion 2016 If you've been keeping up with my BLOG here, you may know it is FIDM 3 Days of Fashion Summer Program time and I have had the honor as the college's Official Spokesperson, to make "Special Appearances" at all the four Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising/FIDM campuses, giving my "How I got to where I got" lecture, showing some of my designs and having fun meet & greets! I have already been to FIDM San Diego's 3 Days of Fashion (click HERE) as well as FIDM LA (HERE), so now it was time for FIDM Orange County. Hand on the Hips: Nick Verreos with model in NIKOLAKI silk gown at FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 FIDM Orange County is located in Irvine and at the heart of Southern California's fab Activewear and "Sun, Skate & Surf" fashion markets. During my visit to the campus for their "3 Days of Fashion", I brought one of my favorite models--Amanda Fields Bennett--as well as some of our NIKOLAKI and NV Nick Verreos designs for the students attending to enjoy, and had a great Meet & Greet session afterward. Here are some fun photos of the day: Very Special FIDM tote Bags: Signed FIDM tote bags--FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 OC Stage: Nick Verreos onstage at FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 "Special Appearance" Fashion School with Nick Verreos: Nick Verreos--with model in NV Nick Verreos (top photo) and NIKOLAKI (lower photos) designs--showing details up close-and-personal to the students--FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 A Winning Portfolio: Congratulations to newly-accepted FIDM Orange County Fashion Design student Kristine FIDM OC 3 Days of Fashion Post-Appearance Meet & Greet Photo Collages: Smile and Pose: Nick Verreos with attendees at FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 FIDM OC Photoshoot--All photos by NIKOLAKI co-designer David Paul: Model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI/Nick Verreos & David Paul lemon yellow striped organza ball gown with open back and Swarovski jeweled crystal straps Model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI/Nick Verreos & David Paul Resort 2017 fuchsia pink Crepe-back Silk Satin Side Draped "Sari" Column Gown Model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI/Nick Verreos & David Paul Resort 2017 Vintage Polka Dot Silk Satin Plunging Neckline Column Gown Model in NV Nick Verreos for EVINE Live Printed Jersey "Kaftan" Top and Studded Leggings Model in NIKOLAKI/Nick Verreos & David Paul yellow striped organza ballgown with open back and Swarovski jeweled crystal straps--FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Fashion Presentation Group Selfie!! Nick Verreos with attendees "hamming it up" for my phone camera at FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016 THANK YOU FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion students for such an INCREDIBLE time!!! ***UP NEXT: FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 BLOG RECAP!
San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion Fun: Nick Verreos "Special Appearance" at FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Rounding out my "Special Guest" appearances these past two weeks for the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM's fabulous "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program, the FIDM San Francisco campus was the last stop--and a SUPER WONDERFUL one to boot! Previously, I had the honor of making special visits at the FIDM San Diego, FIDM Los Angeles and FIDM Orange County campuses and so San Francisco was the last one to get to. Many of you may know that I spent my teenage years in the Bay Area, after my family moved to San Bruno and subsequently, nearby Millbrae. To make a long story short, I always have a special affinity for San Francisco since, well, I kinda grew up there (or at least nearby!). So...back to my visit to FIDM San Francisco... Uh OH!--I was flying out of LAX to SFO via Virgin America. My flight was scheduled to depart at around 10 am. We boarded but 15 minutes later, we were all deplaned. Yep, we were asked to leave the aircraft! Then, it was announced our gate was changed and then, our departure time was changed from that 10 am time to...2:30 PM. It would have been fine but, that was EXACTLY the time I was supposed to be at the FIDM San Francisco campus--with my NIKOLAKI and NV Nick Verreos dresses--ready to speak to about 100 students! So, needless to say, this was NOT AN OPTION. Luckily the airline found a space for me--and my gowns--on the 11am flight and... I Made It!--Nick Verreos in Union Square San Francisco So, thank goodness, I made it to FIDM San Francisco just in time and everything worked out FABULOUSLY! Here are all the photos to prove it: Fashion Audience: Nick Verreos speaking at the FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Special Guest: Nick Verreos at FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Group Selfies!!!--Nick Verreos takes selfies with attendees at FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 My NIKOLAKI and NV Nick Verreos Fashion Presentation: Kaftan Maxi Fab: Nick Verreos and model Rachael Sitz in NV Nick Verreos for EVINE Live printed jersey knit "kaftan" maxi dress--FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Angel Wing Sexy: Model Rachael Sitz in NIKOLAKI printed silk charmeuse "angel wing" backed gown--FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Paillette Couture: Model in NIKOLAKI ivory colored silk sequined encrusted bias-cut draped cocktail dress--FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Draped Goddess: Nick Verreos with model Rachael Sitz wearing NIKOLAKI grape colored silk jersey draped gown--FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Draped Princess: Model in NIKOLAKI grape colored silk jersey draped gown Sequined Fab: Model in NIKOLAKI ivory silk sequin encrusted bias-cut draped cocktail dress A Passion for Fashion!! Time to sign photos announcing the release of my NEW BOOK "A Passion for Fashion"--Available for Pre-Order NOW on Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble Post-Appearance Meet & Greet Photos: Smile and Pose: Nick Verreos with attendees at FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Love You Cecile! Posing for a selfie with Cecile Fayen--my "unofficial" SF Social Media Director and FIDM San Francisco Photographer NV Gals: I just about LOST IT upon seeing the wonderful Trudy Noren and Suzi Wehner, college reps and educators for FIDM San Francisco, wearing my NV Nick Verreos for EVINE Live color-blocked Moto Jacklets #LoveThem My SF Fairy Godmother: After 17 years working as a College Rep and Fabulous 3 Days of Fashion EMPRESS for FIDM, the amazing Trudy Noren has decided to move on...I will miss her soooo much! I respect, admire and love her. This is not the end but just the beginning! After the FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion 2016--I joined my FAVE SF Project Runway designer, Candice Cuoco as well as the rest of the FIDM SF 3 Days of Fashion team at MKT Restaurant and Bar, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco... Runway Divas: Nick Verreos and Candice Cuoco--MKT Restaurant and Bar, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco A Toast to FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion!--MKT Restaurant & Bar, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco **A Special "Thank You" to Cecile Fayen for taking A LOT of these photos! I "Heart" you Cecile! And Michelle Prior-Alameda for, just being you...and for helping with getting the model out perfectly! XOXO, Nick
Nick Verreos--holds up a FIDM t-shirt to be won at the FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Continuing with my FIDM 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" (a FIDM "Summer Fashion Camp" where High School students get to enjoy draping, sketching, shopping + much, much more!) blogs--last Wednesday I began my appearances at FIDM Orange County and now, I was off to San Francisco!!! Last Thursday, I flew to one of my favorite cities in the USA (and the world!), to make a "Special Appearance" at the FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising San Francisco campus. Nick Verreos--FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" It's always a treat to fly up North from LA to SF since A) I grew up in the Bay Area and, B) I just LOVE the FIDM San Francisco campus and everyone who works there. Chic Mobile: On my departing Virgin America flight off to SF, I took a photo of my airplane (I'm an airplane aficionado, don't judge!), and didn't realize until I focused on my photo, that the aircraft I was flying on was named "Chic Mobile". Seems very appropriate for me to be flying on this airplane :) I love a "Chic Mobile"! Arriving into SF: Here's the token San Francisco Cable Car pic (of course!). The weather in San Francisco was wonderful, clear and had that "natural air-conditioning" --not too warm and not too cool. Monaco Classy: As always when I am in San Francisco, I stayed at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco on Geary Street. My room was colorfully appointed as always, and the staff had a surprise once I returned to my room after my event: a bottle of red wine and chocolate bonbon's and a "Thank You for staying with us" card from the manager. Hashtag Classy. Did I mention I LOVE Hotel Monaco?? If not, I just did. My Event: Arriving: Nick Verreos arriving at the FIDM San Francisco campus for the 2014 Summer Program "3 Days of Fashion" Special Appearance--the FIDM SF campus is located right in the heart of SF's Union Square--a shopping, fashion and style mecca. Say FIDM! There were 150+ attendees at this final day of FIDM San Fracsico's 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" and I was happy to take photos with them--FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Show Time: As part of my appearance, host/emcee/FIDM 3 Days of Fashion Hottie McHottie Nate Duncan moderated the day, asking me questions about my "Road to Fashion", why I attended FIDM, how I got the most out of FIDM, as well as helped me introduce my NIKOLAKI Collection designs that I brought with me as part of a special "FIDM San Francisco 3 Days of Fashion" runway show... San Francisco-based Model Rachael Sitz wearing NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Spring 2015 grape-colored sequined cocktail dress with one-shoulder strap and "sarong"-draped and asymmetrical style--FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" NIKOLAKI Fab--Model Rachael Sitz in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul dresses--the sequined grape-colored cocktail dress and one-shouldered silk jersey-and-leather draped gown--FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Post-Appearance & Fashion Show Meet-and-Greet: Waiting For Nick: Meet-and-Greet line at FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Nick Verreos Special Appearance FIDM Tote Bag Winners: Nick Verreos with the FIDM Autographed Tote Bag Winners from FIDM San Francisco 2013 "3 Days of Fashion" Meet-and-Greet Pics: Photo compilation from my post-Appearance Meet-and-Greet--FIDM San Francisco 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Afterward... "FIDM SF 3 Days of Fashion Team" Xmas Card: (L to R): Blaney Barr. Suzi Wehner, Nick Verreos, Julie Ann Otteson and Trudy Noren--MKT Restaurant and Bar, Four Seasons San Francisco Cocktail Hour: After the fabulous FIDM San Francisco "3 Days of Fashion", Trudy Noren (far right, photo above)--the "FIDM 3 Days of Fashion" Momma Bear (she's hardly a bear, at size ZERO!)--organized a wonderful End-of-3 Days-of-Fashion "Cocktail Hour" at the Four Seasons' MKT Bar & Restaurant. MKT's manager--who just happened from Venezuela (where I was raised), recognized me and is a big "Project Runway/Under The Gunn" fan...and she was kind enough to send Champagne to our "FIDM 3 Days of Fashion table". Muchisimas Gracias MKT! SF Pride: I was sad to leave San Francisco to go back home to Los Angeles after such a wonderful time. The San Francisco Pride Weekend was just beginning coincidentally so I was especially sad that I could not partake in any of those celebrations...maybe next time! I had a BLAST with EVERYONE at FIDM San Francisco and especially my "3 Days of Fashion" gals! See ya next time!!! XOXO
Nick Verreos-- FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" This past week was the annual "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program organized by FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. As you all know, I graduated from FIDM, taught at FIDM, and I am also the Official Spokesperson for the College... "3 Days of Fashion" is an annual "Summer Fashion Camp" for high school students--mostly Juniors and Seniors--where they get to spend three days doing various seminars and workshops including Draping, Styling, Visual Communications, Sketching, highlighting all the wonderful majors FIDM has to offer and getting students interested in possibly attending the College. I am honored to always make a "Special Appearance" on the final "Graduation" day of the "3 Days of Fashion" at all the four FIDM campuses. Hello FIDM OC: Nick Verreos and "3 Days of Fashion" emcee/host Andre Barnwell--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" At these appearances, I talk about how I chose FIDM to pursue my fashion career, and give advice on how to get the most that the college has to offer, as well as dish on all the celebs who have worn my designs, my experience on "Project Runway" and recently winning the "Top Mentor" prize on "Project Runway: Under The Gunn". I even bring one of my favorite models to show some of my NIKOLAKI dresses and gowns. This year my first visit was to FIDM Orange County. Located in Irvine California, FIDM Orange County is right in the heart of the Activewear fashion industry and home to the iconic St. John fashion brand. Here's my BLOG RECAP PHOTO GALLERY of the wonderful day I had at FIDM Orange County's 2014 "3 Days of Fashion": All Smiles: Attendees at my "Special Appearance", FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" (notice my partner David Paul of NIKOLAKI, in the bottom right pic smiling near the door!) FIDM OC "3 Days of Fashion" Fashion Presentation: One-Shoulder Goddess: Model Amanda Fields wearing one of my latest NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Spring 2015 gowns--a one-shoulder printed chiffon gown with exaggerated batwing sleeve and side-front slit. During my presentation I described the dresses, spoke about how long each take to make and stand in awe at how AMAZING Amanda looks :)--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Asymmetrical Cocktail: Model Amanda Fields in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Spring 2015 one shoulder magenta-colored silk jersey gathered dress with side fishtail hem and leather midriff inset--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Terracotta Couture Warrioress: Model Amanda Fields in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Spring 2015 matte jersey boatneck gown with gathered front detail, 3/4 sleeves and beige leather waistband--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Ohhh Stop!!!--(L to R) Nick Verreos, Andre Barnwell and model Amanda Fields in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul Spring 2015 gown--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Post-Appearance Meet-and-Greet: Model Amanda Fields in NV Nick Verreos "Davida" dress at --FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" The lovely Amanda is getting married soon and so David and I decided to give her a present at FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion": a "NV Nick Verreos" dress--the printed "Davida" dress which features a halter spaghetti-strapped neckline with drawstring waist and hi-lo top detail. Signed Bag Winners--Nick Verreos with the winners of the FIDM OC tote bag winners--the top winner also got a Forever 21 Gift Card along with their FIDM tote bag (top photo compilation)--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Lining Up: the waiting line at my Post-Appearance Meet-and-Greet--FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Meet-and-Greet Photos--Photos with Nick Verreos and model Amanda Fields at FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" FIDM OC Runway Boys--As part of my FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Appearance, I gathered all the boys attending the FIDM Orange County 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" and made them do a Runway Walk-Off--above are the participants--they were ALL great! Thanks to EVERYONE who attended the FIDM Orange County 20-14 "3 Days of Fashion"!!!
San Diego Style: Nick Verreos "Special Guest Appearance" at FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days pf Fashion" Hope everyone had a wonderful--and very safe--July 4th Weekend. As you may know (if you have been keeping up with my blog here), for the last two weeks I have been traveling to all the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM campuses for this year's "3 Days of Fashion" Summer Program. Finishing my Blog Recaps of the FIDM "3 Days of Fashion", it's time for FIDM San Diego! 3 Days Nick: Nick Verreos at FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" It's always nice to visit the FIDM San Diego campus: my partner--David Paul's--family lives in San Diego so he gets some "family time", and that's always wonderful. In terms of the event, this year's "3 Days of Fashion" was extra special because it was held in the penthouse (15th floor) of the building where the FIDM San Diego campus is at. A DELISH Welcome to San Diego: Wine, cheese, pita bread and berries--My Welcome at Solamar Hotel Kimpton Hotels Petco Park, San Diego In case you don't know, the San Diego campus is right NEXT TO Petco Park (Hello!), and in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in San Diego--the Downtown Gaslamp District. Lots of students attended this year's "3 Days" Summer program and for my appearance, I also brought some of my NIKOLAKI gowns and NV Nick Verreos EVINE LIVE designs.... Here is my Photo Gallery Blog Post of FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion": Autographed FIDM Bags--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Selfies and Audience Pics--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Boy Catwalk: Nick Verreos MC'ed a "Boy Catwalk Contest" at FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" with male students attending "3 Days" Fashion Presentation----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I was very excited to bring my new NV NICK VERREOS designs which you can buy EXCLUSIVELY on the TV Shopping Network EVINE Live, as well as my high-end NIKOLAKI gowns... Model Amanda Fields Bennett in NV Nick Verreos EVINE Live designs: blue/black color blocked "Moto" Jacket and blue knit jersey cowl "tunic" dress--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Model Amanda in NV Nick Verreos EVINE Live black and white knit jumpsuit with draped surplice top--FIDM San Diego 2015 3 Days of Fashion" Model Amanda in NIKOLAKI Nick Verreos/David Paul ivory satin back silk crepe draped gown with sequined shoulder applique--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Model Amanda in NIKOLAKI printed silk gazar hi-lo gown with grape colored sequined front yoke--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Couture Lesson 101: Nick Verreos with model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI raspberry colored silk satin organza one shoulder ball gown, showing the inner crinoline/petticoat--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Prom Style: Nick Verreos and model Amanda doing fun "Prom" poses--FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Post Appearance and Fashion Presentation Meet & Greet------------------------------------------ Meet & Greet Posing--Nick Verreos with students attending FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" Prom Date--Nick Verreos posing "Prom Date"-style with students attending FIDM San Diego 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" San Diego Familia: (L to R) David Paul, Benny, Conchita Encinas Hansen (David's mom, wearing an NV Nick Verreos EVINE Live top!), Nick Verreos and Emilie Coon (David's niece)--FIDM San Deigo 2015 "3 Days of Fashion" **In case you attended any of this year's FIDM "3 Days of Fashion" and missed any of my other BLOG RECAPS, click HERE for Orange County, HERE for San Francisco, and HERE for Los Angeles.
Model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI terracotta colored matte jersey gathered front gown with nude-colored leather waistband
Hello FIDM! Nick Verreos gets ready for FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Grand Hope Park, FIDM LA Campus This past Saturday, I had the honor to be the "Special Guest" at FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising's 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" final day. In case you missed my BLOGS on my appearances at FIDM Orange County, you can read that HERE or my visit to FIDM San Francisco HERE, but now it's time for Los Angeles: Security Detail: Nick Verreos, flanked by his "FIDM Security Detail" :) --FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" The Audience Shots: Excited "3 Days of Fashion" Fashionistas--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Above Bottom photo courtesy of ©FIDM Hello FIDM! Nick Verreos--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Work The Runway: Nick Verreos works the runway at FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" I always try and do something unexpected and/or special for FIDM "3 Days of Fashion" and Los Angeles was no exception so...I asked the 300+ audience if there were any dad's in the audience, and naturally there were, so...I had a Dad Runway "Walk-Off"--I asked the seven Dad volunteers to do a little runway walk and the audience (including their own children who were attending the FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion") voted on the best one... The FIDM L.A. 2014 "3 Days of Fashion Dad Runway Walk-Off": Dad's...Are You Ready? It's a Walk-Off!! Nick Verreos hosts the FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Dad Runway Walk-Off Some of the Dad Runway Highlights: Leg up, Hands on the hips--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Muscle Pose and Side Glance--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" The Winner: These pics do not do him justice...this dad WORKED IT OVERTIME!--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Time for a special NIKOLAKI "FIDM L.A. 3 Days of Fashion Runway Show": I brought along two of LA's top models--Lauren Gish and Amanda Fields and they both modeled several of my NIKOLAKI Collection gowns and cocktail dresses for the "3 days of Fashion" audience... Designer and Model-Muses: Nick Verreos with model-muses Lauren Gish (left) and Amanda Fields (right)--both wearing NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul gowns--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Photo Courtesy of ©FIDM Photos Courtesy of ©FIDM Amanda in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul silk chiffon gold and copper paillette sequined gown with "capelet" sleeve detail and exposed back-- FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Above Photo Courtesy of ©FIDM Lauren in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul black jersey one-shoulder draped gown with leather midriff inset, gathered detail and side slit--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Amanda in NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul ivory sequined paillettes on silk chiffon knee-length strapless cocktail dress--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Lauren in grape-colored NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos/David Paul sequined one-shoulder strapped asymmetrical "sarong" cocktail dress--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Bottom Photo Courtesy of ©FIDM Post Appearance and Runway Show--Photos & Autographs Meet-and-Greet: Meet-and-Greet Line--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Photo Highlights from my Post-Appearance Meet-and-Greet at FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion": Posin' Fab: Nick Verreos with attendees from FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Selfie Time: Nick Verreos with FIDM Los Anhgeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" attendee--and Selfie enthusiast FIDM Signing: Nick Verreos signs an FIDM t-shirt--FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion" Thank You for EVERYONE who attended the FIDM Los Angeles 2014 "3 Days of Fashion"!!! I hope you had a BLAST!! As always, remember some of my "Nick Tips": Be Super-Fabulous, No Should've, Would've, Could've, Live Your Dream and...Don't Forget to "Get The Coffee" :)-- Hope to see you at next year's "3 Days of Fashion" XOXO
FIDM Los Angeles "3 Days of Fashion" Fab: Nick Verreos Special Appearance at FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Continuing with my FIDM 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Summer Program blogs...following my FIDM San Diego "3 Days of Fashion" appearance, I got the chance to visit the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising/FIDM's main campus in Downtown Los Angeles... Hellooooooo FIDM!!!--Nick Verreos onstage at FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 This visit was--as always--A LOT of fun!--and here are the photos to prove it. Beginning with me trying to take a "group selfie" with everyone attending and then, hosting the "FIDM 3 Days of Fashion Dad Runway Walk-off Runway Contest"... Check out all the Photo Fun! Selfie Time!--Nick Verreos takes a group selfie with FIDM Los Angeles "3 Days of Fashion 2016" attendees--FIDM LA campus Designer and Muse: Nick Verreos and model Amanda Fields Bennett in NIKOLAKI one shoulder gown--FIDM Los Angeles 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Oh Dads!--Nick Verreos hosts the "FIDM LA Dad Runway Walk-Off"--FIDM Los Angeles 3 Days of Fashion 2016 NV NICK VERREOS Fab: Nick Verreos and model Lauren Gish in NV Nick Verreos for QVC UK printed jersey knit angel-wing sleeve top and matching jogger pants--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Tropical Printed Chic: Model Amanda Fields-Bennett in NV Nick Verreos for EVINE Live printed scuba knit dress--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Amanda Field-Bennett in NIKOLAKI striped stretch silk charmeuse one shoulder cut-out column gown--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI ivory colored silk jersey draped mini-dress--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI printed silk chiffon draped and gathered halter-style gown with gold jeweled trim--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Amanda Fields-Bennett in NIKOLAKI printed georgette one shoulder batwing sleeve gown--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Model Gorgeous: (L to R) Models Lauren Gish in NIKOLAKI printed silk chiffon gathered gown and Amanda Foelds-Bennett in printed georgette one shoulder gown--FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 Meet & Greet Pics: Smile and Pose: Nick Verreos with attendees of FIDM LA 3 Days of Fashion 2016 ***UP NEXT: BLOG RECAP of FIDM Orange County 3 Days of Fashion 2016!!!
