Above the Fray

Ralph Rucci, though not well known among mainstream fashionistas, is a bit of a legend among established designers. Born and raised in Philly, Ralph Rucci was, in 2001, the first American in 50 years to be invited to show in the Paris Haute Couture collec...

For the first time that I can remember (and please keep in mind this is my third time at New York Fashion Week), Monarchy Collection showed in the big tent at Bryant Park, a coveted venue that almost guarantees the attendance of celebs and the gaggle of p...