I realised I never shared these images with you.
As you can see, it was one of the most stylish parties I ever attended.
It was held in honour of Ari Seth Cohen, founder of the fabulous site Advanced Style, who was back for a short visit in New York.
Our hosts were the amazing Debra Rapoport and star of the Advanced Style Movie (whom I featured and interviewed here) and her partner Stan in their beautiful West Village apartment.
Enjoy some of the impressions of the party with images taken by Denton Taylor and his wife Teresa. There was a great mix of both young and older people. Unfortunately, I did not get to speak to everyone on the party so I don’t have all the names but I think you will enjoy all the style that was on show!
Ari Seth Cohen and Teresa Taylor.
A lady in conversation with Leslie Gelber (right).
Debra Rapoport from the back in one of her unique outfits.
Diana Gabriel (find her style interview here) in conversation with Lyn Slater (find her interview here).
Advanced Style star Joyce Carpati (stay tuned for her style interview on 40+Style soon!)
Jean (left), Lyn, Valerie and myself. Find my interview with the Idiosyncratic Fashionistas here)
The party brings back fond memories of my time in New York and of all the fabulous people I met there. Thank you so much for inviting me Debra and Stan. Can’t wait to go back soon!
Photography by Denton and Teresa Taylor
Sylvia is 40+style’s editor-in-chief and has been helping women find their unique style since 2011. An alumni of the School of Color and Design, she is devoted to empowering women of any age to look and feel their best. Read more about Sylvia and 40+style on this page.
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This was a feast for the eyes. Would have loved to be there too. Indeed fantastic outfits. Everybody really did their utmost. To me Valerie’s outfit speaks the most. I love the red/fuchsia constructions, they are fantastic.
Wonderful photos of a grand event. Love the intergenerational energy and the diversity of style. Great post Sylvia!
What a bunch of beautiful people. In the Netherlands we could take a look at how dresseup should look like! Great post, thank you.
Thank you for sharing these photos Sylvia! I’m glad I met at least a few of these beautiful people during my visit to New York last september.
What a great variety of party clothes! Thank you for showing these photos.
If I may comment on your hair, Sylvia, you have mentioned the hair problems that come with a humid location. I live in coastal Virginia, U.S., and the humidity is very high here, too. I have fine hair and try to get more volume when I can. However, looking at these pictures, I see how pretty your hair is, so silky and shiny. The style is very flattering to your face, as well. I plan to appreciate what I can about my hair in the future, combing it smooth and letting the natural shine come through. There are different types of “pretty.” Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you for your kind words Evie. I found this longer hair hard to manage though so I have just cut it 🙂 It’s now more shoulder length and I have found it easier to manage. Yes, it is a good thing to accept your hair for what it is and find a hairstyle that suits it. Good luck!
What a great party!