THE FASHION SHOW....RETURNS!

Last night I attended such a wonderful event…Bravo hosted their annual upfront celebration to announce new and returning shows. I am so excited to let you all know that “The Fashion Show” will be returning for a fun and fabulous second season! Stay tuned for more details….and thanks to Bravo for a great party…the Housewives, food from “Top Chefs,” and my friend Sarah Jessica…what could be better! xxx, Isaac

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Last night I attended such a wonderful event.

THE FASHION SHOW....RETURNS!

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On Thursday February 18th I had the pleasure of showing my Fall 2010 collection “Central Park Story Book” at the Tent at Bryant Park…We had so much excitement leading up to the show, and I even <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/watch_isaac/isaacs_video_blog"target="_blank">video-blogged</a> my through all the chaos. Before the show, I got the chance to do a little interview in the studio with my good friend Veronica Webb: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1377/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_1.jpg"> Fittingly, since we had some fake flurries on the runway, we got some major snow in NYC right before the show. I think this put everybody in the winter wonderland mood that worked well with my Fall 2010 collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1378/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_2.jpg"> Finally, the big day of show arrived, here is the backstage scene early on the morning of the show, things are looking pretty calm still at this point, the clothes haven’t even arrived yet: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1379/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_3.jpg"> As the models arrive one by one, hair and makeup gets kicked into gear and things start becoming a little more hectic: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1381/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_4.jpg"> Here you can get a good view of the set, designed by the wonderful Mike Brown, as the seating cards are put down and the final touches are made to the lighting: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1382/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_5.jpg"> The models walked to an original score by The Bad Plus, who have done the music for my past couple of shows, they are so wonderful, and live music definitely adds to the overall atmosphere of the show. Here the guys are warming up: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1383/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_6.jpg"> We then do a rehearsal with the models, to make sure they are all certain where to walk and are familiar with the set. This season, we also had to test out the snow machine: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1430/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_7.jpg"> Before everyone arrives I still have some time do some backstage interviews, those are always very exciting since the show is just minutes away at this point! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1384/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_8.jpg"> And meanwhile, our team of dressers has this helpful board to guide them, with each model and each look outlined clearly: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0003/1386/ISAACBLOG_2010_0218_10.jpg"> The show was definitely worth all the work and craziness of the weeks leading up to it, I hope you all watched it on the live stream and if you missed it, watch again <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/81/womens__fall_2010"target="_blank">here</a>! Stay tuned for what’s next, we’ve already got our sights set on Spring 2011!! xxx, Isaac

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On Thursday February 18th I had the pleasure of showing my Fall 2010 collection “Central Park Story Book” at the Tent at Bryant Park…

Central Park Story Book

2010-03-03T14:34:13-05:00

I spent an afternoon last week taping the Rachael Ray show! I always have so much fun visiting this show and got to cook with Rachael so it was a fabulous use of an afternoon. Cooking segments can always be a little tricky, but now that I am on my 2010 New Year’s <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog/content/1015/isaacs_video_blog_rail_thin"target="_blank">weight loss streak</a>, I was glad that Rachael and I made some South Beach-friendly Caesar salads. We made them four ways, to add a little variety into the mix—one with chicken, one with sliced beef, one with shrimp and one with poached egg which was totally new and exciting to try. I always have such a great time with Rachael, and it was such a great coincidence…the stage manager Vita used to work on my show on Oxygen! My segment will air on Rachael Ray on Wednesday February 3rd, so check your listings for the time and channel and be sure to tune in! xxx, Isaac

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I spent an afternoon last week taping the Rachael Ray show!

My Day at Rachael Ray

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Last week at my Shop, I co-hosted a shopping event with my dear friend Muriel Brandolini…We got together some of our favorite girls for a wintry night of shopping the gorgeous new holiday collection of cocktail dresses. These are a limited edition collection of sparkly, bright, beyond festive little dresses, perfect for any holiday get-together. The party was so much fun because the shop was decorated for the holidays, complete with adorable trees inside. Here you can see the little event invitation along with a pretty fabulous gift under the tree: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9575/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_1.jpg" /> As always, some champagne and hors d’oeuvres: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9578/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_4.jpg" /> And the most delicious petit-fours you will ever taste: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9579/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_5.jpg" /> Here I am with the always gorgeous Fiona Rudin, she looks so fabulous in her Fall 2009 tartan plaid top: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9580/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_6.jpg" /> And here is Jayne, the head of sales, showing some of the dresses off to a customer: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9581/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_7.jpg" /> And some fabulous T-Strap shoes—Who wouldn’t want to open those on Christmas morning? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9582/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_8.jpg" /> Here are just a handful of the holiday cocktail dresses on the rack, they are so stunning, I guarantee one of these will make you best-dressed at any party: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9583/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_9.jpg" /> Here my co-host Muriel (looking chic in Pre-Fall 2009 jewel and fur-trimmed dress) poses with some party-goers: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9584/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_10.jpg" /> And now, with me: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9587/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_13.jpg" /> Here’s a good shot of the whole party: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9588/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_14.jpg" /> And a crowd looking on as one of the girls tries on something fabulous: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9586/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_12.jpg" /> Here are some of my team from 475: Sarah, Marisa, Erika and Meghan: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9589/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_15.jpg" /> And here I am with one of my all-time favorite people, the absolutely flawless Kelly Rutherford: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9591/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_17.jpg" /> Here I think she must have just told me some spoiler from the Gossip Girl plot: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9590/ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1211_16.jpg" /> It was a fabulous and festive night, and it definitely got everyone in the holiday spirit. If you’re in New York be sure to stop by my shop and check out all the gorgeous things you can give as gifts—to someone else or even to yourself….! xxx, Isaac All Photos Courtesy of Carrie Shaltz/Patrick McMullan Co.

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Last week at my Shop, I co-hosted a shopping event with my dear friend Muriel Brandolini…

A Holiday Shopping Event

2010-01-25T23:15:42-05:00

With the holidays upon us, things have been very busy here! Right before Thanksgiving I got the pleasure of doing a segment on <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio"target="_blank">Martha Stewart Radio</a> which is always so much fun. I loved when I did my radio show Tell Me Everything, so it was so fabulous to be back in the studio for a special holiday segment. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9414/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_1.jpg" /> Leave it to the Martha team to have some wonderful, whimsical Thanksgiving craft…here is a turkey made out of a pomegranate: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9415/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_2.jpg" /> After a restful and delicious Thanksgiving, I headed to a trunk show of my Spring 2010 collection on the 4th floor of <a href="www.bergdorfgoodman.com"target="_blank">Bergdorf Goodman</a>. It was set up so beautifully, here are some of the gorgeous little beaded dresses: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9416/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_3.jpg" /> Trunk shows are always a nice time to catch up with clients and here I am with some of the guests at Bergdorf’s: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9417/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_4.jpg" /> One of the many great things about NYC during the holidays is the incredible window displays at all the stores on Fifth Avenue. Bergdorf’s are always beyond spectacular, this window showcases one of the furs from my collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9418/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_5.jpg" /> How great is that? You must stop by and see those windows if you’re in town. And, don’t miss the <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog/content/974/isaacs_video_blog_christmas_spectacular"target="_blank">Radio City Christmas Spectacular</a> either. I spent the rest of the week gearing up for my QVC launch, have you kids been watching? We filmed live in the studio on Saturday night, here you can see some final preparations being made on the set: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9419/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_6.jpg" /> And these gorgeous duffle toggle coats…darlings, <a href="http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.CM_SCID.dril.item.A97588.desc.ISAACMIZRAHILIVE-Wool-Blend-Duffle-Toggle-Coat"target="_blank">order yours now</a>, they’re selling fast! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9420/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_7.jpg" /> Here’s the craft services table…a very important part of taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9422/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_9.jpg" /> And the QVC stylist and styling assistants getting the looks ready to go on-air: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9424/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_11.jpg" /> This guy found some time to put his feet up: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9425/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_12.jpg" /> Here’s a pile of gorgeous metallic gloves and a Blackberry…what more could a girl ask for? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9427/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_14.jpg" /> And here is the absolutely fantastic set stocked with all of the wonderful products: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9421/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_8.jpg" /> Can you even believe that after all that preparation, this is what the set looked like the following Monday morning: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/9426/ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1208_13.jpg" /> I hope you all are catching my various QVC appearances and are as excited about ISAAC MIZRAHI LIVE! as I am. It’s been so much fun so far, so tune in or log on and get some fabulous gifts for your family and friends (or yourself) this holiday season! xxx, Isaac

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With the holidays upon us, things have been very busy here!

Martha Radio, Bergdorf's, and QVC - Oh My!

2009-12-13T15:05:53-05:00

Thanksgiving was a delicious success, my contribution was a couple of loaves of challah bread…I was invited to a friend’s for the actual meal, but I love to bake and wanted to contribute something. Challah bread seemed perfect. I used <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Julia-Child/e/B000AQ0XXS/ref=sr_tc_2_0"target="_blank">Julia Childs’</a> recipe, so you automatically know the recipe is beyond perfect. The loaves turned out looking absolutely gorgeous…the directions tell you to glaze the bread, then sprinkle salt, then glaze again in the creases. I only glazed once, and didn’t realize my mistake until afterward, but the bread was as delicious as ever! Did anyone else try out a new recipe this Thanksgiving? xxx, Isaac

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Thanksgiving was a delicious success, my contribution was a couple f loaves of challah bread…

My First Attempt at Challah Bread

2010-01-25T00:00:15-05:00

Today I hosted a fun little event at my shop to benefit one of my very favorite causes, the <a href="http://www.aspca.org"target="_blank">ASPCA</a>. You can see we had an ASPCA adoption van set up outside the shop on 67th Street, so after doing some shopping everyone could meet some of the adorable cats and dogs, and maybe even take one home. Here are some of the girls inside the shop, browsing around and enjoying the Fall 2009 collection pieces: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8828/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_8.jpg" /> Some loyal ASPCA supporters were there, and here I am with my good friend Kitty Hawks: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8829/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_9.jpg" /> We had some delicious little <a href="http://www.williampoll.com/"target="_blank">William Poll</a> tea sandwiches, they are so elegant and the perfect snack while shopping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8831/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_11.jpg" /> And of course, here are my two favorite things in one picture: dog treats and <a href="http://nymag.com/urban/guides/bestofny/services/03/bloomswithaview.htm"target="_blank">Miho roses</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8830/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_10.jpg" /> The Spring 2010 runway show plays on the shop TV, so everyone gets a preview of what’s to come in the next couple months (along with some chic neon pillows): <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8822/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_2.jpg" /> And here are the wonderful logo petit-fours, they are to die for. Seriously, darlings, if you haven’t tried one yet – get to my shop. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8823/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_3.jpg" /> Outside in the adoption truck was another big group, here are Gerry and Frances with four-legged friends Effie and Stubs: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8824/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_4.jpg" /> And here is Toby, taking a walk around our block: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8825/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_5.jpg" /> And here is Daniela, who you all remember from “The Fashion Show” with her small friend Lilly: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8826/ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1110_6.jpg" /> It was a great day spent with friends, surrounded by gorgeous clothes, fabulous food and adorable animals – what could be better? A portion of proceeds will go directly to the ASPCA, and if you want to learn more or donate, please <a href="http://www.aspca.org"target="_blank">click here</a> to support a very important cause!! xxx, Isaac PS: Can you get over this gorgeous weather?!

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Today I hosted a fun little event at my shop to benefit one of my very favorite causes, the <a href="http://www.aspca.org"target="_blank">ASPCA</a>.

ASPCA @ My Shop

2009-11-28T23:54:55-05:00

Last night we had a fabulous party to kick off my first collection for <a href="http://www.qvc.com"target="_blank">QVC</a>— it was at a new event space on 37th Street, right around the corner from 475. Above is some of the crowd who came out to preview my QVC collection. This is event was particularly fun with the Ben Waltzer Quartet performing and delicious hors d’oeuvres. Not to mention some of my favorite people were there. Here I am catching up with the always-fabulous <a href="http://www.saramoulton.com/"target="_blank">Sara Moulton</a> who came with her daughter: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8707/ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_2.jpg" /> My dear friend and Watch Isaac favorite Lauren Ezersky and I: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8725/ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_6.jpg" /> And here I am catching up with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen – they are so sweet and looked so gorgeous and chic in some pieces from my Spring 2010 collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8708/ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1105_4.jpg" /> The adorable Katrina Bowden of 30 Rock: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8753/ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_1.jpg" /> Here is Kelly Rutherford, of Gossip Girl, looking absolutely stunning: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8754/ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_2.jpg" /> And Mary Louise Parker looks incredible in Look 1 from my Spring 2010 collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8755/ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1106_3.jpg" /> What a treat to see so many fun and gorgeous people in one place—You’ll have to stay tuned for more first looks at my QVC line, it’s going to be so wonderful, darlings! xxx, Isaac

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Last night we had a fabulous party to kick off my first collection for <a href="http://www.qvc.com"target="_blank">QVC</a>...

Hooray for QVC!

2009-12-07T11:30:33-05:00

The annual <a href="http://www.goodshepherds.org/"target="_blank">Good Shepherds</a> benefit is one of my favorite events…The foundation is very important to me, and the benefit is always a fun night especially since it celebrates such a wonderful cause. Here are Erika and Marisa (in Pre-Fall 2009 and Fall 2009, respectively), outside of the office en route to the dinner: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8471/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_1.jpg" /> The dinner was held at <a href="http://www.tavernonthegreen.com/"target="_blank">Tavern on the Green</a>, which was so fabulous and festive, I was eager to take it all in and enjoy it, since the Tavern might be seeing its last days soon. How gorgeous are these light fixtures: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8472/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_2.jpg" /> And the famous hall of mirrors: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8473/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_3.jpg" /> Seriously though, I bought a bunch of mementos at the gift store—any day now Tavern on the Green could be torn down! I needed my little piece of history: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8474/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_4.jpg" /> Here are all the trimmings of the outdoor garden: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8475/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_5.jpg" /> The giant topiary rabbit: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8476/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_6.jpg" /> It was such a gorgeous night last night, I think it was 70 degrees or something, so everyone enjoyed being outside and we hardly needed the heat lamps: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8477/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_7.jpg" /> During dinner I got to talk to some fans who came over to say hello: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8478/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_8.jpg" /> Here are Marisa and my boyfriend Arnold enjoying some dessert: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8479/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_9.jpg" And here is Kiva, the director of color for my collection and Liz Claiborne, with her fiance Matt: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8480/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_10.jpg" /> And here in the left of this picture, looking stunning in red, is Sister Paulette who runs Good Shepherd Services and is one of the most inspirational people I know. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8481/ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1024_11.jpg" /> Truly a wonderful, meaningful event. I hope you’re all relaxing now that it’s Friday – and if you haven’t already, follow my studio team on Twitter, @InsideMizrahi for all the behind-the-scenes action at 475 and beyond. Oh! And set your DVR for Monday morning, I will be on The Martha Show with Harry! xxx, Isaac

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The annual <a href="http://www.goodshepherds.org/"target="_blank">Good Shepherds</a> benefit is one of my favorite events…

Good Shepherd Benefit

2009-10-24T13:10:13-04:00

Last night at the <a href="http://www.92y.org/"target="_blank">92nd Street Y</a> I had a wonderful time discussing the future of women’s fashion…It was so great to talk about all the topics affecting women these days and their fashion choices. We touched on everything from the way Michelle Obama wears clothes, to how to design for the masses, to what we foresee in fashion. Here are some budding fashionistas waiting on line for tickets: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8419/ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_1.jpg" /> <a href="http://www.glamour.com/"target="_blank">Glamour</a> Editor in Chief, Cindi Leive moderated the discussion, her hardest job was definitely keeping us on topic…here she is introducing the panel: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8420/ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_2.jpg" /> I had the best time chatting with Ashley Olsen, I was so amazed that she has done so much and she’s only 23. She is so chic and impressive, and really honestly such a darling. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8422/ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_4.jpg" /> Ashley talked about her line <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/catalog/templates/EntrySC.jhtml?itemId=cat302834&parentId=cat30005&masterId=cat000008&navAction=index"target="_blank">The Row</a>, and it was so interesting to hear a young 20-something’s point of view. Robin is completely brilliant, and made some of the most poignant and precise metaphors for the fashion industry. You can read some her articles and posts <a href="http://blog.washingtonpost.com/fashion/"target="_blank">here</a>. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8423/ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1023_5.jpg" /> It was really a wonderful thing to be a part of, I hope many of you made it! For those of you who didn’t, you can <a href="http://blog.92y.org/index.php/weblog/item/92y_video_the_future_of_women/"target="_blank">watch the video here</a>! xxx, Isaac Top photo courtesy of: Theo Wargo/WireImage, Joyce Culver for the 92nd Street Y.

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Last night at the <a href="http://www.92y.org/"target="_blank">92nd Street Y</a> I had a wonderful time discussing the future of women’s fashion…

Chatting with Ashley, Robin & Cindi

2009-10-24T13:11:17-04:00

I had the most delicious afternoon taping a segment with <a href="http://www.le-bernardin.com/"target="_blank">Eric Ripert</a>...I had the pleasure of taping at Eric’s restaurant <a href="http://www.le-bernardin.com/"target="_blank">Le Bernardin</a> (155 W 51st St NYC, (212) 554-1515), which also happens to be one of my all time favorite restaurants. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8390/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_1.jpg" /> We were taping for <a href="http://www.watchisaac.com"target="_blank">Watch Isaac</a> and Eric whipped up the most gorgeous tuna tartare and some coconut-ginger soup with shrimp, check back soon for recipes. I swear to you, everything is better when Eric cooks it – look at these beautiful fresh ingredients: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8391/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_2.jpg" /> And are these not the most perfect-looking pieces of tuna you have ever seen in your life? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8393/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_4.jpg" /> I am so completely in awe of Eric, he is such an incredible chef. You MUST check out his latest book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Line-Eric-Ripert/dp/1579653693"target="_blank">On The Line</a>, it will change your world. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8392/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_3.jpg" /> It was such a fabulous experience to get to cook in the kitchen of Le Bernardin, and not to mention, the restaurant itself is simply spectacular: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8396/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_7.jpg" /> Here is the finished tuna tartare, let me tell you – this recipe was so easy and simple and so incredibly delicious: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8394/ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1022_5.jpg" /> Keep logging on kids, you’re not going to want to miss this webisode when it airs!! xxx, Isaac

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I had the most delicious afternoon taping a segment with <a href="http://www.le-bernardin.com/"target="_blank">Eric Ripert</a>...

Filming with Eric Ripert

2009-10-22T11:16:11-04:00

Yesterday we braved the cold and spoke to some nice people on the NYC streets about style…We took our WATCH ISAAC crew to the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle…which was great because I could pop into my favorite store Williams-Sonoma after we wrapped filming. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8302/ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_2.jpg" /> I always have the best time talking with real girls about style and fashion, and what they’re loving to wear these days. Luckily it was a gorgeous October day so lots of people were out and about: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8303/ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_3.jpg" /> Here is some of the 475 crew who came along to help out…thanks to Erika, Marisa, Matt, and Meghan: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8305/ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1019_5.jpg" /> It was such a fun segment to film, I’ll have to let you know when it will air. And now you know…if you’re in Columbus Circle keep your eyes peeled for me! xxx, Isaac

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Yesterday we braved the cold and spoke to some nice people on the NYC streets about style…

Man on the Street

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Last night I attended a fabulous event hosted by QVC, called FFANY…The event was a giant shoe sale, both being broadcast on QVC and also a designer shoe sale at the event in the Time Warner Center in NYC. The party was in the Frederic P. Rose Hall at <a href="http://www.jalc.org/"target="_blank">Jazz at Lincoln Center</a>. The venue was absolutely perfect, and there is an enormous window overlooking Columbus Circle: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8222/ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_2.jpg" /> The whole time there was a large screen broadcasting the QVC segment from the studio: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8223/ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_3.jpg" /> Meanwhile, QVC host Lisa Robertson was broadcasting live from the party in an evening gown – completely genius- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8224/ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_4.jpg" /> I got to have a quick talk with Lisa on-air, in front of the fabulous show wall: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8225/ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_5.jpg" /> And here is some of the 475 gang enjoying the FFANY festivities – the event is so great because a huge portion of the proceeds benefit a number of charities – <a href="http://www.qvc.com/cgen/render.aspx?qp=promo|ffany_2009_main&rewrite=no&term=ffany"target="_blank">click here</a> to find out more. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8227/ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1014_7.jpg" /> Go buy some shoes for a great cause, and get excited for more very exciting QVC developments! xxx, Isaac

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Last night I attended a fabulous event hosted by QVC, called FFANY…

My First QVC Party

2009-10-18T11:24:13-04:00

My new, and first-ever, shop is up and running on the Upper East Side of NYC…take a look! The boutique is in a gorgeous townhouse, so it’s very long and narrow – here’s the view out the back couture area which leads to a fabulous courtyard: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8180/ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_8.jpg" /> And I just wanted to make sure the shop is the best it can be, so I took the liberty of burning some sage to ward off any negative energies or unwanted spirits: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8182/ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_10.jpg" /> If you’re in the New York area, you absolutely must stop by, Darlings! The store is at 23 E. 67th Street, right off Madison Avenue. Drop in and pickup something fabulous for fall. The weather has changed here, and I spent the most magnificent weekend at the <a href="http://www.mayflowerinn.com/specials-packages.php?gclid=CKqJ6_Hcup0CFdZM5QodsHlYjA"target="_blank">Mayflower Inn</a> in Washington, CT. The last weekend I spent there <a href="/meet_isaac/isaacs_blog/865/my_relaxing_vacation"target="_blank">I had the most relaxing stay</a>, I just had to go back. The fall foliage was incredible: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8117/ISAACBLOG_2009_1012_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1012_1.jpg" /> But it was still warm enough to sit outside and enjoy the sun: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8120/ISAACBLOG_2009_1012_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1012_4.jpg" /> Now it’s time to start brainstorming for Halloween – what are you being? xxx, Isaac

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My new, and first-ever, shop is up and running on the Upper East Side of NYC…take a look!

A trip to my new shop on 67th Street

2009-10-15T02:01:38-04:00

Today, in another step closer to the launch of my QVC launch, we filmed a commercial at 475! A camera crew came in to tape a couple variations of commercials: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8156/ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_3.jpg" /> The craft services for the crew was particularly healthy: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8155/ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1013_2.jpg" /> Darlings, as it gets nearer and nearer, I’m getting SO excited about this QVC line – I can’t wait!! xxx, Isaac

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Today, in another step closer to the launch of my QVC launch, we filmed a commercial at 475!

My QVC Commercial

2009-10-15T02:02:20-04:00

Last night at Katie’s book launch for her book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Table-Recipes-Everyday-Occasions/dp/1439126747/ref=bxgy_cc_b_img_a"target="_blank">Comfort Table</a> she served the best food…check out her wonderful recipe! Katie Writes: “I love to serve fried food at parties, but when it gets to be a big crowd, I find myself stuck in the kitchen frying while all of my guests are having fun. By coating chicken in cornflakes and baking it, I get the same crunchy affect without all of the labor. I like to serve this with my homemade barbecue sauce, but you could also use honey mustard, ranch dressing, or even duck sauce.” <h2>Oven Fried Chicken Satay </h2> Yield: serves 12 (about 28 skewers) Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1/3 cup Dijon mustard 4 cups cornflakes 2 teaspoons minced fresh sage 2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Barbecue sauce, for serving Special Equipment: skewers Directions: <li>Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.</li> <li>Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, working the skewer in and out of the meat. Using a pastry brush, brush each piece of chicken with Dijon mustard.</li> <li>In a food processor, combine cornflakes, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pulse to a coarse meal and transfer to a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken skewer in cornflake mixture until evenly coated. Place on prepared baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.</li> <li>Serve with Barbeque Sauce.</li> Thank you, Katie and enjoy!! xxx, Isaac

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Katie Lee's Oven Fried Chicken Satay

2009-10-09T16:43:43-04:00

Yesterday was seriously one for the record books. It included everything I love…I spent the day taping an episode of <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/martha?rsc=ts_Homepage_Homepage"target="_blank">The Martha Show</a>, which is absolutely one of my favorite places on earth. The set is gorgeous, and Martha is just the best. And to make things even better, it was a very special episode we taped: employees of Martha held a fashion show for the best pet Halloween costume! In the green room, Martha had prepared Harry’s wardrobe options for the fashion show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8036/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_1.jpg" /> As always, the green room is full of the most delicious snacks and goodies, since it IS Martha Stewart’s green room, here’s the incredible cheese platter (that Harry somehow managed to snack on): <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8037/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_2.jpg" /> There were also homemade Martha Stewart dog treats! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8040/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_5.jpg" /> Costume option #1 was a bat, I think it was a little subtle for Harry’s style: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8039/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_4.jpg" /> Instead we decided on this great dinosaur costume, how chic does Harry look? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8041/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_6.jpg" /> Here is Fran, one of the producers at the Martha Show, she just got married and was looking so thin and beautiful! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8042/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_7.jpg" /> Erika and Meghan both came along to the show, as they love dogs (Starks and Luca, respectively) and here is someone you rarely see – my assistant Sam, he is Harry’s best friend: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8043/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_8.jpg" /> And here is the gorgeous cocker spaniel Bailey, whose owner Dana dressed Bailey up as a pirate: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8044/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_9.jpg" /> And here is a furry friend dressed as Minnie Mouse: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8045/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_10.jpg" /> And another little guy in a very festive costume: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8047/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_12.jpg" /> And Mimi, a rabbit, wins Most Creative, because she was in costume as a baby and even had a little baby carrier to travel in! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8055/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_20.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_20.jpg" /> In addition to all the costumed pets backstage, here are just some of Martha’s Emmy’s on display: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8046/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_11.jpg" /> After getting my makeup done, I taped a quick cooking segment with Harry, who has very ill-behaved and had to be escorted off set: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8049/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_14.jpg" /> Martha’s set was so festive and wonderful, definitely got me so excited that it’s autumn! Here is just a taste of her decor: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8051/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_16.jpg" /> I taped with Martha, and we talked about her new fabulous book, and the best part was that the entire audience was dog-owners! You’ll have to tune in during Halloween week to get the full episode: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8050/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_15.jpg" /> Later that night, I attended a launch party for my good friend Katie Lee. She is such a darling, and we celebrated her new book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Table-Recipes-Everyday-Occasions/dp/1439126747/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1255015903&sr=1-2"target="_blank">The Comfort Table</a>. Doesn’t she look just adorable in this dress from my Fall 2009 collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8053/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_18.jpg" /> As always, Katie’s book serves up the best recipes for casual, everyday eating and these sliders were to die for: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/8054/ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_19.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1008_19.jpg" /> Check back later today for more recipes from Katie’s new book. All in all, a great day with all my favorite things. Stay tuned for my episode of the Martha show, and HOORAY FOR FALL! xxx, Isaac

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Yesterday was seriously one for the record books. It included everything I love…

My Favorite Day of My Life, So Far.

2009-10-15T02:05:40-04:00

Last Thursday, I had the pleasure of speaking at the LGBT for Mike Bloomberg event…it was at the City Winery which was fantastic (155 Varick St, NYC, (212) 608-0555), and there was a huge turnout. Here I am speaking: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7926/ISAACBLOG_2009_1003_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1003_2.jpg" /> I am a huge fan of the Mayor’s and wasn’t quite sure what to call him (Mike? Mr. Bloomberg? Mayor Bloomberg? His Honor?) so I called him “Cutie” and so did every speaker thereafter, which is kind of fabulous. I think he’s probably one of my favorite New Yorkers and supports so many great causes. Here he is addressing the crowd: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7927/ISAACBLOG_2009_1003_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1003_3.jpg" /> You can watch footage of the whole event <a href="http://www.mikebloomberg.com/community/group_details.cfm?groupid=900475"target="_blank">here</a>! xxx, Isaac

2009-10-05T15:34:16-04:00

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Last Thursday, I had the pleasure of speaking at the LGBT for Mike Bloomberg event…

An Evening with Mayor Mike Bloomberg

2009-10-05T15:34:16-04:00

My studio is undergoing kind of a face-lift as we speak…and we’re sorting through tons of stuff to get the space ready for the QVC set to be built. Above is the area where the live audience used to sit for The Isaac Show, since then it has been used to store a very motley variety of things that we’ve acquired over the years. Here is what used to be the hair and makeup room, now is crammed with all kinds of things that are being put in storage: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7841/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_1.jpg" /> And the former green room looks just about the same as hair and makeup: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7843/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_3.jpg" /> George, one of our studio managers, has been up and down, up and down, up and down the ladder all day, so he’s feeling a little beat: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7844/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_4.jpg" /> Also, before things can go into storage we have to catalog and archive it all. Jenny, our archivist, took on the very big task of packing up all the shoes. She has an elaborate system worked out, first she takes a digital picture of each shoe to store on her computer. Jenny is a little camera shy, but here she is photographing: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7849/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_8.jpg" /> Then, she tags each shoe with a sticker to mark it and packs them up in their boxes for storage: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7846/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_6.jpg" /> This is just a sampling of all the shoes we’ve made over the years, how fabulous is that? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7850/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_9.jpg" /> We are even renovating our bathrooms! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7847/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_7.jpg" /> Between the plumbers, contractors, electricians, and all the stuff everywhere it’s a busy and crowded place at 475…and we’re digging up all sorts of things along the way, like all the old lighting from The Isaac Show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7851/ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_1002_10.jpg" /> Now that you’ve all seen the “before” picture, I can’t wait to show you the “after’ result! It’s going to be so great, and definitely worth all the hard work. Check back soon to see the new-and-improved studio and get excited for the QVC launch! xxx, Isaac

2009-10-02T10:59:35-04:00

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My studio is undergoing kind of a face-lift as we speak…

Construction at 475

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My Spring 2010 collection went down the runway last Thursday at the Tent at Bryant Park…The collection was inspired by 1950’s Fred Astaire films, so the runway was set up with klieg lights and a wind machine to look like an old movie lot. Here’s the runway before any of the action: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7666/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_2.jpg" /> The show was set to an original composition written and performed by The Bad Plus. They did the music for my Fall 2009 show as well. Here are the guys warming up: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7665/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_1.jpg" /> While the collection is done at this point, there is still a lot of work to be done right up to the show, the models were set to walk four different paths on the runway so here is one doing a run-through: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7668/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_4.jpg" /> Since the show was called “Astaire Case or Obstacle Course,” another sort of genius element on the runway was a rain curtain. We had a tech-guy actor-type escorting the girls under the “rain” with an umbrella…that definitely required some rehearsal… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7669/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_5.jpg" /> This is a good shot of the calm before the storm—the seating cards are all put out based on the seating chart: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7670/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_6.jpg" /> Meanwhile, backstage the clothes arrive and need to be unpacked according to model and then steamed: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7671/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_7.jpg" /> And right next to that is the hair and makeup area. As the models start to arrive things start getting a little bit more chaotic and things backstage get busy: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7672/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_8.jpg" /> After we do a walk-through with the girls, and hair and makeup is being completed, I give some backstage interviews before everyone starts to arrive in the front of house. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7673/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_9.jpg" /> Here is the PR team and a number of helpers who will be seating and directing guests, awaiting their next move: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7674/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_10.jpg" /> Finally, after much preparation, everyone arrives and we get the girls dressed in the various looks and the lights go down and the music starts. It’s really the best, most exciting feeling! Here’s one of the girls, doesn’t she look chic? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7675/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_11.jpg" /> And here is our rain curtain in full effect during the show! It was so marvelous…and definitely made the show memorable… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7676/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_12.jpg" /> We had the models really facing every kind of obstacle…here comes one down a set of stairs: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7677/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_13.jpg" /> And as if that wasn’t all enough, to make the show really fabulous, the final model was driven out in a golf cart and began the finale with the others trailing behind: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7678/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_14.jpg" /> Here is one last shot of the finale: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7679/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_15.jpg" /> After the show there is another sort of giant mob scene backstage. People come back for photos and interviews, here you can see how packed the whole place gets: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7680/ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0922_16.jpg" /> So that is your backstage glimpse into my show during NY Fashion Week. It is always so much fun, especially this show with all the jazzy extras that set it apart from so many other shows I’ve done. I hope most of you got the chance to watch the show live as we streamed it online…if not, you can <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/80/womens__spring_2010/videos/904/womens_spring_2010_video"target="_blank">watch it here.</a> I hope you are as excited for Spring 2010 as I am…and now stay tuned for the launch of my QVC line!! xxx, Isaac

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My Spring 2010 collection went down the runway last Thursday at the Tent at Bryant Park…

Behind the Scenes at Spring 2010...

2009-09-23T11:35:23-04:00

In case any of you missed it…(judging by the crowds I don’t think any of you did!) I started the night mingling at my brand new Madison Avenue store. Here you can see some of the sales staff awaiting our guests, my Pre-Fall and Fall collections were supplemented by pink champagne and candy—what could be better? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7149/ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_5.jpg" /> Here are some of my sketches on display: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7148/ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_4.jpg" /> It was so fun to get to chat with all of you who came out to support Fashion’s Night out at my new store. Check out this gorgeous safari dress that lives in the 67th St. window, but is the must-have this season for all you stylish girls out there: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7150/ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_6.jpg" /> Here are some of the fabulous and talented jewelry designers who design both Liz Claiborne jewelry and some of the collection jewelry, and Simone who is a handbag designer: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7161/ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_1.jpg" /> My Fall 2009 show played on TV in the background and here I am chatting with our very stylish stylist, Kristen—we are probably discussing the next show which is in TWO days: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7163/ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_3.jpg" /> I then headed over to Bergdorf Goodman, which welcomed throngs of eager fashionistas, it was so crowded I think the door literally got broken down: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7146/ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_2.jpg" /> Here is the 475 crew among the crowd: Meghan, Erika and Korey: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7164/ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0914_4.jpg" /> I performed some tunes from my cabaret act with the Ben Waltzer band, I love singing with them—they are so talented and fun to work with: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/7147/ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0910_3.jpg" /> This was seriously one of the most fun nights the fashion world has seen, definitely so much energy and what a treat it was to be a part of it! If you really did miss this fun night, check out <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/about/yesterday__475_videos/content/898/fashions_night_out"target="_blank">Yesterday @ 475</a> for a clip of my cabaret! I’m doing the last finishing touches on my Spring 2010 collection which debuts on Thursday September 17th and you can watch it live on my website! It’s better than a front-row seat at Bryant Park so stay tuned for more details. xxx, Isaac

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In case any of you missed it…(judging by the crowds I don’t think any of you did!)

Fashion's Fabulous Night Out

2009-11-02T11:14:49-05:00

I spent the most wonderful day at <a href="http://www.qvc.com"target="_blank">QVC</a> headquarters as I was officially welcomed into their fabulous family…The HQ are in West Chester, PA and it was such a gorgeous place for an office, here we are entering the building for a bigger welcome than I ever could have imagined: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6613/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_6.jpg" /> When I got inside, the entire company came out to say hello and celebrate my new QVC line, seriously, kids, how great is this? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6611/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_4.jpg" /> Then, as if this wasn’t the best possible way to join QVC, I got some very special messages from some of my friends who work with QVC as well—here’s one of my favorite people, <a href="http://www.mallybeauty.com/"target="_blank">Mally</a>, sending me a little video message: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6612/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_5.jpg" /> And <a href="http://www.marieosmond.com/"target="_blank">Marie Osmond</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6610/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_3.jpg" /> And finally, the fabulous and hilarious <a href="http://www.joanrivers.com/"target="_blank">Joan Rivers</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6609/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_2.jpg" /> It was so exciting, and then to add to the QVC fan fare, out came one of my personal favorite QVC hosts: <a href="http://www.QuackerFactory.com"target="_blank">Jeanne Bice</a>! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6608/ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0901_1.jpg" /> Now, Jeanne is about as fabulous as they come these days, and she was so kind and gave me a gift basket FULL of <a href="http://www.quackerfactory.com/"target="_blank">Quacker Factory</a> delights—<a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/about/yesterday__475_videos/content/887/quacker_factory"target="_blank">watch the video</a> from 475 to see what Jeanne sent! Things are getting very busy around here, with Fashion Week only two weeks away, so stay tuned for more updates and start your countdown to the launch of my QVC line—if today’s visit was any indication, it’s going to be a lot of fun… xxx, Isaac

2009-09-03T12:09:59-04:00

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I spent the most wonderful day at <a href="http://www.qvc.com"target="_blank">QVC</a> headquarters as I was officially welcomed into their fabulous family…

A Very Warm Welcome to QVC

2009-09-09T12:40:12-04:00

Last week I invited some of my favorite fashion bloggers to the <a href="http://www.liz.com"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> showroom to preview the Fall 2009 collection and check out some fabulous short films…We filled the showroom with some fun treats to enjoy during the films, like this buffet from <a href="http://www.http://www.dylanscandybar.com/.com"target="_blank">Dylan’s Candy Bar</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6278/ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_1.jpg" /> And what would a series of short films be without popcorn? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6279/ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_2.jpg" /> It was so great to meet all the bloggers out there, and to get to talk to them about the wonderful things we can expect this fall in terms of fun, snappy, feel-good clothes. Here are some of the bloggers enjoying their drinks in the showroom: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6281/ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_4.jpg" /> Here I am being interviewed by Sharon Clott of New York magazine, you can <a href="http://www.http://nymag.com/daily/fashion/2009/08/the_fashion_show_has_yet_to_co_1.html.com"target="_blank">read her blog post here!</a> <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6283/ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0819_6.jpg" /> And check out what Tracey Lomrantz wrote for Glamour’s <a href="http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2009/08/my-night-at-the-movies-with-is.html"target="_blank">Slaves To Fashion blog</a>. I was so pleased to get to talk about the new Fall 2009 ad campaign as well. It features the gorgeous Coco Rocha and many fabulous women of all ages showing off the new fall collection. Here’s one shot: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/6284/LizFall09Promo.jpg" alt="LizFall09Promo.jpg" /> Kind of genius, right? Anyway, kids, check back soon as Fashion Week is approaching and we’re finishing up the collection for Spring 2010, and you won’t want to miss all the excitement of <a href="http://www.fashionsnightout.com"target="_blank">Fashion’s Night Out</a>! xxx, Isaac

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My Night in the Blogosphere

2009-09-08T14:53:54-04:00

I just finished taping some great new Watch Isaac webisodes with two of my favorite people! I got to cook up some delicious dishes with <a href="http://www.saramoulton.com/"target="_blank">Sara Moulton</a> and had the best time, she is such a delight to be around. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5972/ISAACBLOG_2009_0728_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0728_2.jpg" /> I did another segment answering all of your style questions, make sure you are emailing those to <a href="mailto:info@isaacmizrahiny.com">info@isaacmizrahiny.com</a> Next, I was joined by Real Housewife <a href="http://www.bethenny.com/"target="_blank">Bethenny Frankel</a>, who taught me all about her new book Naturally Thin and we cooked up some delicious and surprisingly healthy dishes. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5971/ISAACBLOG_2009_0728_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0728_1.jpg" /> Bethenny brought out her famous Skinny Girl sangria too. Unfortunately you’ll have to wait a bit before getting to see these genius new webisodes, so in the meantime, check out this <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/watch-what-happens-live/videos/real-housewives-trivia"target="_blank">amazing video</a> and play some Real Housewives trivia with me! xxx, Isaac

2009-07-28T16:25:18-04:00

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I just finished taping some great new Watch Isaac webisodes with two of my favorite people!

Watch Isaac with Sara & Bethenny

2009-08-13T12:37:57-04:00

Can you believe it, kids? Season One is over! I had the most wonderful time filming this show and it was so exciting to get to announce the winner, the three contestants all presented some truly gorgeous collections, but in the end you all chose Anna and what a smart choice. Here she is right upon finding out she had won: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5902/ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_3.jpg" /> It was fabulous to be able to do a reunion episode as well and we were so inundated with viewers’ questions, that it was the perfect opportunity to address some of them. It was so fun to re-cap the season and some of the highlights with the designers, and if you watched….you saw some of the claws come out. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5907/ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_8.jpg" /> Here I am with Fern, it was such a pleasure to work with Fern and Kelly. They inspired me and I had the most fun time with these girls – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5906/ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_7.jpg" /> This is the sort of genius control room at the studio in LA, the season was filmed entirely in New York until this last episode – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5904/ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_5.jpg" /> I really loved this show and I have learned so much about my own collections from watching these designers compete. Speaking of my own collections, the Costume Institute at the Met <a href="http://www.style.com/vogue/voguedaily/2009/07/fashion-films-at-the-costume-institute/"target="_blank">hosted a screening</a> of Unzipped on Wednesday evening, in conjunction with their “Model As Muse” exhibit - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5900/ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0723_1.jpg" /> Absolutely get to Costume Institute exhibit if you have not already. It is seriously fabulous. Well, that wraps up Season One of The Fashion Show, kids, thanks for coming along for the ride, and stay tuned for what I’m up to next! xxx, Isaac

2009-07-23T14:43:16-04:00

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Can you believe it, kids? Season One is over!

Buh-Bye Darlings: The Fashion Show Finale!

2009-07-26T13:41:46-04:00

So kids, I’ve been keeping busy this summer so far…I spent a couple days last week out in LA filming the finale and reunion episode of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, we announce the winner and it’s so, so exciting! Since I know all of you voted last week, check back on Thursday to see if your favorite contestant won. Above is the view of from my hotel in LA. Here are Fern and I doing a familiar routine – getting our makeup done before the taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5864/ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_5.jpg" /> And in my green room, since I’ve become an expert on green rooms across the country, there was this adorable little sign with the Hershey’s chocolates— <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5865/ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_6.jpg" /> While I was out in California, I also got to appear on the <a href="http://www.cbs.com/late_late_show/"target="_blank">Late Late Show</a> with Craig Ferguson – it was so much fun, catch it online in case you missed it. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5863/ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_4.jpg" /> Unfortunately I can’t show you any more photos from The Fashion Show, or that would ruin the big dramatics of Thursday. Stay tuned for more pictures though, and check out <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog"target="_blank">my video blog</a> for more behind the scenes. Back in New York I did a great project with <a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/"target="_blank">Good Housekeeping</a>. These are the new lab coats I designed for them: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5861/ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_2.jpg" /> And here is the producer Dawn and Good Housekeeping’s Editor in Chief, Rosemary taping a segment in my Liz Claiborne New York showroom: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5862/ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0721_3.jpg" /> I hope are all enjoying summer and relaxing with some homemade ice cream—don’t forget to tune in for the big night on Thursday, and check back for more photos soon! xxx, Isaac

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So kids, I’ve been keeping busy this summer so far…

Good Housekeeping & A Glimpse At LA

2009-07-23T00:31:53-04:00

On Friday we taped the 2nd to last episode of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>...and staged our biggest runway show yet. The taping took place in the beyond gorgeous Cipriani Wall Street ballroom, with all the fanfare of a professional runway show. We had a big audience, including some very special guests, here is all the press preparing to snap all the fabulous looks coming down the runway - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5602/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_3.jpg" /> Kelly and Fern got some makeup touch-ups backstage before the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5601/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_2.jpg" /> Before we began taping I got to give some interviews and catch up with some of the very exciting audience members. Here I am chatting with AJ from <a href="http://extratv.warnerbros.com/about/calloway.php"target="_blank">Extra</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5600/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_1.jpg" /> And here is one of the most fabulous women in New York City, <a href="http://jillzarin.com/"target="_blank">Jill Zarin</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5603/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_4.jpg" /> Here I am with Kevin of <a href="http://www.lifeandstylemag.com/"target="_blank">Life & Style magazine</a>, who I work with on my weekly column – be sure to grab a copy and read up on all the stylish things I have to say: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5604/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_5.jpg" /> And it wouldn’t be <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a> without a guest judge, so <a href="http://www.betseyjohnson.com"target="_blank">Betsey Johnson</a> was kind enough to join us, here I am with Kelly and Betsey: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5605/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_6.jpg" /> And the ladies of the hour were certainly the gorgeous and fabulous Real Housewives of New Jersey. I was so glad they were able to attend, here I am with a big group of them – I think Lexie looks like a young Natalie Portman, right? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5606/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_7.jpg" /> The girls were so great to come, and I hope they enjoyed the runway show! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5607/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_8.jpg" /> While I can’t tell you too much about who showed collections or what we saw, but it was quite a production with a lot of models – this is the models’ area backstage, and this is after the show, so you can imagine the chaos during the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5608/ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0629_9.jpg" /> This is going to be such a great episode, kids, so definitely stay tuned and keep up to date on who goes home so you’re prepared for the finale event. Hope you enjoyed this behind-the-scenes glimpse! Hooray for a holiday weekend coming up! xxx, Isaac

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On Friday we taped the 2nd to last episode of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>...

Taping of The Fashion Show!

2009-07-23T00:33:12-04:00

This past weekend was totally relaxing and fun, and look at the gorgeous pie I made…How pretty is that? I used my favorite recipe for strawberry rhubarb pie, from <a href="http://www.nickmalgieri.com/"target="_blank">Nick Malgieri</a>, and I had fresh summer ingredients so it truly turned out so wonderfully. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/5364/ISAACBLOG_2009_0616_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0616_2.jpg" /> And I topped it off with some homemade vanilla ice cream…what could be better? Check out <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog/content/807/isaacs_video_blog_strawberry_rhubarb_pie"target="_blank">my video blog</a>, I can’t say enough about this pie! xxx, Isaac

2009-06-16T13:24:57-04:00

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This past weekend was totally relaxing and fun, and look at the gorgeous pie I made…

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

2010-03-03T13:02:06-05:00

Darlings! I just finished presenting my collection for Spa 2010, take a look! Even though it doesn’t feel very much like resort weather in New York, I showed my latest collection today in a small presentation in my studio, while editors braved torrential rain to come see it. We had some of my favorite things around the studio to brighten it up in such gloomy weather – my favorite white Miho roses: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4942/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_3.jpg" /> The most delicious little tea sandwiches from <a href="http://www.williampoll.com/"target="_blank">William Poll</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4941/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_2.jpg" /> And, the most fabulous macaroons you can get outside of Paris – an assortment from <a href="http://www.payard.com/"target="_blank">Payard</a>—you can see they were very popular… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4940/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_1.jpg" /> The clothes are so wonderful kids, they are bright and beautiful – I can’t wait until the whole slideshow is up for you to see. I called the collection Candy Store, here are some of the looks – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4945/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_6.jpg" /> And some of the gowns—don’t these colors just make you smile? I swear the prints brightened up this entire day: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4946/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_7.jpg" /> And another look in this gorgeous hand-painted silk: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4947/ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0609_8.jpg" /> I hope you enjoy this quick glimpse, be sure to check back for the full collection and videos of the showroom! Hooray for Spa 2010! xxx, Isaac

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Darlings! I just finished presenting my collection for Spa 2010, take a look!

My Spa 2010 Presentation: Candy Store

2009-08-23T08:53:24-04:00

Today I had a fun little taping with WNBC’s <a href="http://www.catgreenleaf.com/"target="_blank">Cat Greenleaf</a>! I met up with Cat to tape a quick segment, I showed her how to sew on a button – a very important skill to have: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4800/ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_3.jpg" /> We caught up with Fern Mallis, my co-judge on <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, but you all know her already since you’re watching every single week; here we are chatting about the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4798/ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_1.jpg" /> These are some gorgeous, gorgeous flowers someone in my office had on their desk. Spring is finally here! Seriously, don’t these make you so much happier? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4802/ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0602_5.jpg" /> That’s all kids, don’t forget to tune in this Thursday at 10PM for <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, and get excited, I will be showing my Spa 2010 collection in just a few short weeks! xxx, Isaac

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Today I had a fun little taping with WNBC’s <a href="http://www.catgreenleaf.com/"target="_blank">Cat Greenleaf</a>!

An Interview in the Studio

2009-06-02T16:25:09-04:00

I spent some time last week at the most gloriously relaxing inn in Connecticut with Arnold…I was at the very charming <a href="http://www.mayflowerinn.com/"target="_blank">Mayflower Inn</a> in Washington, CT. It was the perfect place to recharge and I just LOVED it. Not only is it absolutely gorgeous there, but they had an incredible spa as well. Here I am en route to the spa: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4664/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_7.jpg" /> How gorgeous is this room in the spa house? It was kind of the most tranquil place ever: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4658/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_1.jpg" /> After the spa treatments, you could recline in these fabulous chaise lounges that overlooked the beautiful gardens: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4659/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_2.jpg" /> Does it really get any better than that? Here is the putting green: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4660/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_3.jpg" /> And the pool house… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4661/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_4.jpg" /> And these gardens! This is the view from our balcony of the Shakespeare Garden: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4662/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_5.jpg" /> And let me tell you, after my time here I can say I have discovered the bounties of Connecticut, I had NO idea! It was so gorgeous and pristine, the perfect vacation. In addition to all the spa treatments and fabulous gardens, the food was incredible. Here I am ordering in the dining room – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4666/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_9.jpg" /> The dining room itself was so charming, with chic painted wall murals and gorgeous antique sconces – here’s the entrance: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4665/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_8.jpg" /> Here is Arnold in this cute elevator, that was wood paneled and a total throwback: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4667/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_10.jpg" /> My other discovery of the week, other than Connecticut, was my very first Manhattan. Seriously, bourbon, sweet vermouth and a cherry? What is better? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4668/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_11.jpg" /> As I said, the food was fantastic, here’s a Grand Marnier souffle and raspberry sorbet I had one night. It was great, but my raspberry sorbet is hands-down better: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4669/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_12.jpg" /> And a chocolate cake I had another night… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4670/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_13.jpg" /> After my wonderful, happy, gorgeous weekend in CT, I made it back to the beach for one more night in Bridgehampton before heading back to the city. While I was there I was looking around at my salad ingrediants and realized if I just had some tuna I could make a beautiful nicoise salad – so I seared some tuna and threw together this: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4671/ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0528_14.jpg" /> It was such a fabulous and relaxing weekend, but now I’m back at the studio, going from meeting to meeting – be sure to check out my <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog"target="_blank">latest video blogs</a>, and I hope you all had fun Memorial Day weekends! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-28T12:59:05-04:00

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I spent some time last week at the most gloriously relaxing inn in Connecticut…

My Relaxing Vacation

2009-07-24T19:44:30-04:00

Darlings, I’m on the most relaxing vacation, but HAD to share this with you…I had the most delicious iced tea at this adorable place called the <a href="http://www.gwtavern.com/"target="_blank">GW Tavern</a> in Washington, CT. It was so good I had to tell you about it, but stay tuned, kids, for even more pictures of my vacation next week…Happy Memorial Day! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-22T09:58:08-04:00

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Darlings, I’m on the most relaxing vacation, but HAD to share this with you…

My Week in Connecticut...

2009-05-26T09:50:08-04:00

Last night I taped my very last installment of Tell Me Everything...For the last show, we had some very special guests and topics lined up, to go out with a bang. I have had such a ball taping this show, and it is always a pleasure to get to talk with so many of you when you call in! I started the show off talking about this past week’s events with Korey and Marisa, we always have such a good time chatting about the latest gossip and headlines: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4309/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_2.jpg" /> This week’s topic, with spring upon us, was weddings. And who better to give advice about the day than <a href="http://www.marcyblum.com/"target="_blank">Marcy Blum</a>, the most incredible wedding planner. Marcy has done some incredible events and has definitely seen it all when it comes to weddings. It was great talking to her and getting some style and decorating advice for all the brides out there. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4311/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_4.jpg" /> We were also joined by THE millionaire matchmaker<a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-millionaire-matchmaker"target="_blank">Patti Stangers</a> on the phone. It was so fun to hear all the stories and advice Patti had for us, and as always, it’s so fabulous to hear from you all out in radio land. The show was such a great success and was so fun, I can’t wait to do it again sometime. Here I am with Katie, who managed all the phones and callers, Serena, the producer, and Korey and Marisa: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4310/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_3.jpg" /> Until then, I know you’re all tuning into my show on Bravo, <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, you don’t want to miss the crazy things those designers are doing each week, not to mention the drama! If you missed this weeks episode, be sure to catch up <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">on bravotv.com</a>. Hooray! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-15T15:31:24-04:00

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Last night I taped my very last installment of Tell Me Everything...

Taping My Final Radio Show

2009-05-15T19:56:28-04:00

Last night I taped my very last installment of Tell Me Everything...For the last show, we had some very special guests and topics lined up, to go out with a bang. I have had such a ball taping this show, and it is always a pleasure to get to talk with so many of you when you call in! I started the show off talking about this past week’s events with Korey and Marisa, we always have such a good time chatting about the latest gossip and headlines: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4309/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_2.jpg" /> This week’s topic, with spring upon us, was weddings. And who better to give advice about the day than <a href="http://www.marcyblum.com/"target="_blank">Marcy Blum</a>, the most incredible wedding planner. Marcy has done some incredible events and has definitely seen it all when it comes to weddings. It was great talking to her and getting some style and decorating advice for all the brides out there. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4311/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_4.jpg" /> We were also joined by THE millionaire matchmaker <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-millionaire-matchmaker"target="_blank">Patti Stangers</a> on the phone. It was so fun to hear all the stories and advice Patti had for us, and as always, it’s so fabulous to hear from you all out in radio land. The show was such a great success and was so fun, I can’t wait to do it again sometime. Here I am with Katie, who managed all the phones and callers, Serena, the producer, and Korey and Marisa: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4310/ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0515_3.jpg" /> Until then, I know you’re all tuning into my show on Bravo, <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, you don’t want to miss the crazy things those designers are doing each week, not to mention the drama! If you missed this weeks episode, be sure to catch up <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">on bravotv.com</a>. Hooray! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-15T15:31:57-04:00

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Last night I taped my very last installment of Tell Me Everything...

Taping My Final Radio Show

2009-05-15T15:31:57-04:00

So last night was full of fun and exciting things, I taped my Sirius/XM radio show in front of a live audience and then <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a> premiered! Taping my call-in radio show <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio"target="_blank">Tell Me Everything</a> in front of a live audience was SO much fun. We had a little cocktail party before the show, here is everyone in the Sirius studio: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4080/ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_3.jpg" /> Look at these gorgeous flowers, arranged by Martha Stewart herself: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4079/ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_2.jpg" /> In honor of the premier of our fabulous new Bravo show, I had Fern Mallis on as a guest, and Kelly Rowland was on the phone from London. It was so great catching up with these girls, and we talked about everything, from how to get out of style ruts to must-have pieces. Here I am with Fern in the studio: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4078/ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_1.jpg" /> Here is a glimpse into the sound studio, there were a number of guests sitting right in there with us, and even more listening outside the studio. This show is so fun to tape, and doing it with a live audience made it that much better – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4082/ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_5.jpg" /> Here we are during one of the short breaks between segments: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/4081/ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0508_4.jpg" /> I really think this was my favorite show we’ve done so far, you’ll have to tune in next week if you missed it. After the Sirius taping I headed out to Bridgehampton to catch the premier of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, since I’m sure you all saw it, how fabulous is it? And that is just the first episode… xxx, Isaac

2009-05-08T14:54:22-04:00

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A Very Busy Evening...

2009-05-08T15:41:52-04:00

This morning I had the pleasure of taping the <a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/"target="_blank">Today Show</a> with Meredith, Al, and Matt while outside in the plaza of Rockefeller Center- I love taping here since it’s so fabulous to be outside among the fans, here we are chatting about <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, you can watch the full clip <a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/"target="_blank">here</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3977/ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_3.jpg" /> I can’t believe the show premiers tomorrow, I’ve been waiting so long and I think you’re all going to really love it, I know I do. It’s going to be some serious high-drama, high-fashion TV. Speaking of fashion, look how chic Meredith’s little toggle coat was this morning: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3975/ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_1.jpg" /> It was so fun spending the morning in Rock Center, and while I was in my green room, I ran into Martha Stewart! Here I am getting a chance to speak with some of the fabulous people who woke up very early to visit the show: <pre><code><img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3978/ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0506_4.jpg" /> </code></pre> I hope all of them, and all of you, have your DVR and Tivo set for tomorrow’s big 10PM premiere on Bravo! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-06T10:09:00-04:00

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This morning I had the pleasure of taping the <a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/"target="_blank">Today Show</a> with Meredith, Al, and Matt while outside in the plaza of Rockefeller Center-

My Morning with Meredith, Matt & Al!

2009-05-13T11:28:15-04:00

Last night I taped the third installment of my call-in Sirius radio show, <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio"target="_blank">“Tell Me Everything”</a>...and had another great time! It’s so fun to get to chat about every thing you can imagine with my fabulous guests. This week I was honored to have Dannielle Kyrillos of <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com"target="_blank">Daily Candy</a> and Countess LuAnn de Lesseps of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-city"target="_blank">The Real Housewives of NYC</a>. Here we are taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3888/ISAACBLOG_2009_0501_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0501_1.jpg" /> We got to touch on so many topics, and it’s always so fun to hear all you get to add your own input, this week we exchanged entertaining tips, as spring and summer are THE best times to entertain—make sure you not only tune in, but give us a call next Thursday! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3890/ISAACBLOG_2009_0501_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0501_3.jpg" /> Enjoy the weekend, darlings, and don’t forget – we’re just 6 short days away from <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>—you will NOT want to miss this drama! xxx, Isaac

2009-05-01T12:23:08-04:00

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Last night I taped the third installment of my call-in Sirius radio show, <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio"target="_blank">“Tell Me Everything”</a>...

Two More Fabulous Guests...

2009-05-01T12:30:20-04:00

This past Thursday I had a terrific evening at one of my all time favorite events, <a href="http://www.aspca.org/"target="_blank">the Bergh Ball</a>, which benefits the ASPCA. It is a charity that is so important, and I love going to support it. Here I am with <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com"target="_blank">Martha Stewart</a> and a friend: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3759/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_1.jpg" /> It was so exciting, Martha was honored with an award, and I am so thrilled to be on Martha’s show tomorrow! Here I am with an adorable new friend: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3760/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_2.jpg" /> And another highlight of my night was meeting <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-city"target="_blank">Bethenny</a>, of the Real Housewives of New York City. She is absolutely stunning in person and so charming! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3761/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_3.jpg" /> Then, the next morning, I was off bright and early to LA. Fern, Kelly and I all met in Pasadena to do the press junket for <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, it was interview after interview, but it was so fabulous to be in LA and we all love talking about our show, here we are doing a panel for press and bloggers: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3765/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_7.jpg" /> While I was there, I ran into another truly fabulous surprise: Miss Tori Spelling! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3763/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_5.jpg" /> Here we are giving an interview to Entertainment Tonight, it was definitely tiring, but I love LA more and more every time I go, you might be seeing more of me there soon… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3762/ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0427_4.jpg" /> It was so great to spend time with the girls, I’ve missed them so much since we wrapped! Stay tuned for more blogs, I hope you’re all <a href="http://twitter.com/IsaacMizrahi"target="_blank">following me on Twitter</a>, and get ready because The Fashion Show is only 10 days away! xxx, Isaac

2009-04-27T13:08:23-04:00

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This past Thursday I had a terrific evening at one of my all time favorite events…

The Bergh Ball & LA

2009-05-04T16:40:10-04:00

a whole bunch of brand new webisodes for WATCH ISAAC that I taped yesterday! Every couple of months I get to block out several days in the studio to shoot our next round of Watch Isaac webisodes, and those are always the most fun days, darlings. I get to meet so many fabulous people, and I always learn so much from my special expert guests. Tuesday morning I had the privilege of taping a cooking segment with <a href="http://www.kqed.org/food/jacquespepin/"target="_blank">Jacques Pepin</a>, one of my longtime idols. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3703/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_1.jpg" /> Jacques cooked a number of things with me, including delicious couscous and a fabulous apple tartin. Here you can see how gorgeous and elegant Jacques’ recipes are: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3705/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_3.jpg" /> Be sure to stay on the look out for those webisodes soon, and the recipes will all be posted so you can try your hand at these dishes at home. Here we are after the taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3706/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_4.jpg" /> Next, I had some of the smartest people in fashion come in and tape a style roundtable with me, we discussed everything from summer trends to nail polish fads. Stylist Rebecca Weinberg, More Magazine’s Regina Haymes, In Style’s Meghan Deem, and TV hostess Lauren Ezersky all joined me to have a great an interesting conversation: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3707/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_5.jpg" /> It was so great to get to chat and share opinions with such stylish girls, how great do they look? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3708/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_6.jpg" /> Next, I was back in the kitchen with <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/chefs/invoke.cfm?chefid=216EE660-4446-4098-B7CA7CBE433204A1"target="_blank">Food+Wine Magazine’s Grace Parisi</a>, what a dream! Grace whipped up some more fabulous summer salads with me: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3709/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_7.jpg" /> We also did kebabs, which are sort of the most brilliant idea for a summer party, everyone can make their own and then just throw them on the grill – so fun! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3710/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_8.jpg" /> How incredible do these look? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3711/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_9.jpg" /> Next, the incredible <a href="http://www.tamargeller.com/"target="_blank">Tamar Geller</a>, renowned dog trainer. We had the best time and worked with my boys Harry and Dean on some tricks: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3712/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_10.jpg" /> We had a blast and it was so great having the dogs in the studio, definitely tune in for these segments, kids, look how much fun we had: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3713/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_11.jpg" /> To round out the day of taping, I did one of my favorite things that I get to do—Sketches + Answers, where I have real women in my studio asking me their style questions, here is my fabulous group this time around: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3714/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_12.jpg" /> Finally, I had another good friend, Sam Spector, of Esquire magazine, come in to show me the hottest items for spring and summer. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3715/ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0423_13.jpg" /> Now, while you wait for the weather to finally turn to spring for good, you’ll have so many wonderful things to look forward to on Watch Isaac! xxx, Isaac

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a whole bunch of brand new webisodes for WATCH ISAAC that I taped yesterday!

You can look forward to...

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I had a great, and busy, weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina showing both my collections for both Liz Claiborne NY and Fall 2009!! It was such a treat to get to talk about both collections while I was in beautiful Charlotte, check out my first stop at <a href="http://www.belk.com/"target="_blank">Belk’s</a>, where I had the pleasure of doing another in-store fashion show. Look at this gorgeous crowd that came to see it: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3676/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_1.jpg" /> I also was so pleased to chat with all of you about these snappy clothes for spring, and sign some copies of How to Have Style: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3679/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_4.jpg" /> Here’s the fabulous finale of the show at Belk’s, HOORAY for those clothes, ladies, get your hands on them and you’ll be so chic and ready for spring: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3678/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_3.jpg" /> Next, I stopped by one of the most gorgeous stores on earth, Capitol, also in Charlotte. Here are some of the lovely ladies who attended, looking absolutely stunning in some of my pieces: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3682/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_7.jpg" /> Here are the beautiful displays of some gowns from Fall 2009 that you might recognize: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3681/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_6.jpg" /> Here is the hilarious and very warm welcome I got: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3683/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_8.jpg" /> And here I am with the gorgeous (and well-dressed) owner of Capitol, Laura Poole: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3684/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_9.jpg" /> Look at this amazing decoration from the event: a dollar bill with my picture – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3685/ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0420_10.jpg" /> I had the best time enjoying some spring weather and meeting everyone down in North Carolina, and thank you to my fabulous hosts. HOORAY for all of you and now you can follow me at all times on <a href="http://twitter.com/IsaacMizrahi"target="_blank">Twitter @IsaacMizrahi</a>! xo, Isaac

2009-04-22T11:43:32-04:00

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I had a great, and busy, weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina showing both my collections for both Liz Claiborne NY and Fall 2009!

My Trip Down South

2009-04-23T11:20:39-04:00

Last night my new talk radio <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio"target="_blank">Tell Me Everything</a> debuted on Martha Stewart Living Radio – kids, it was THE most fun… Before my show (WHICH AIRS THURSDAYS AT 7PM DARLINGS), I got to spend a few minutes chatting with Alexis and Jennifer on their show <a href="http://www.whateverradio.com/website/home.php"target="_blank">Whatever with Alexis and Jennifer</a>, those girls are great, they told me all about Twitter and maybe I will get all wrapped up in that, now that I have blogging down. Alexis told me Twitter is like a mass text, I like-ish that idea- here we are in the studio: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3565/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_1.jpg" /> We celebrated my first show with some <a href="http://www.li-lacchocolates.com/"target="_blank">Li-Lac chocolates</a>—my all time favorite: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3568/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_4.jpg" /> And a little bubbly to celebrate as well – but I just had a sip since I am carb counting these days, and as a new member of the <a href="http://marthastewart.com/"target="_blank">Martha Stewart Living</a>- family HOW I am going to be surrounded by amazing food and incredible chefs and maintain my figure with bathing suit season 2 months away? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3567/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_3.jpg" /> I was so lucky on my first show to have some of my most fabulous friends as guests. We talked about everything, specifically my love of the <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-city"target="_blank">Real Housewives of New York City</a>, I just LOVE those girls. Here I am with <a href="http://www.mallybeauty.com/"target="_blank">Mally Roncal</a>, the most amazing makeup artist who worked with me on How to Have Style, and <a href="http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/"target="_blank">Suze Yalof Schwartz</a> who has the most fabulous blog for Glamour magazine. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3566/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_2.jpg" /> We talked about all the trends we’re going to see this spring. We are thinking a lot of color is going to be happening, and neon is definitely going to be a great, hot option for spring and summer. Patterns re also going to totally take you out of any style rut. Mally gave some makeup tips, and she has finally agreed with what I’ve been saying for 20 years—red lipstick is the best possible makeup choice. Mally is also thinking colored eyeliner – maybe green? Here we are again, after taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3571/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_7.jpg" /> Since we are all relatively new to the fabulous new world of radio, we forgot a little bit that no one would see us, so I got a new haircut, and wore my favorite turquoise Belgian loafers: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3573/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_9.jpg" /> Mally showed up in basically an evening gown, which is sort of the most genius thing ever, but without her false eyelashes since she was being casual—maybe next week we will tape in our pajamas: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3572/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_8.jpg" Thank you to those of you wonderful listeners who called in with your questions and stories, one fabulous (and lucky) listener is going on a tour of the White House and we assured her that a leopard print bag was completely appropriate—check back next week for pictures of the tour. We also decided that Bo Obama is the best accessory Michelle Obama can have, as Bo will go with everything. Here is the monitor I use to keep track of all the different callers and questions: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3569/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_5.jpg" /> And the controls I get to use! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3570/ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0417_6.jpg" /> I was also joined by Korey, Marisa, and Serena who is in charge of all the talk shows for <a href="http://www.sirius.com"target="_blank">Sirius/XM</a> and let me tell you, I don’t know why I haven’t had a radio show sooner, it is so much fun and we all are looking forward to the craziness of next Thursday! Be sure to tune in! xxx, Isaac

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My "Tell Me Everything" Debut!

2009-09-16T18:15:55-04:00

This past Thursday I had the most wonderful time visiting Macy’s Herald Square and launching my <a href="http://www.liz.com"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> collection! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3114/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_1.jpg" /> We set up a little runway on the 3rd floor of Macy’s to show some of the clothes, it looked incredible and we had just about 500 guests there to see the show and shop the collection: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3115/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_2.jpg" /> We celebrated the new line with <a href="http://www.oprah.com/magazine/omagazine/"target="_blank">O: The Oprah Magazine</a>, here is the March issue which you must pick up today—it has an incredible spread of my <a href="http://www.liz.com"target="_blank">Liz collection</a>! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3116/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_3.jpg" /> Speaking of <a href="http://www.oprah.com/magazine/omagazine/"target="_blank">O: The Oprah Magazine</a>, here is Marisa posing with one of the shots in the magazine of herself, Veronica Webb and me. How fabulous do these girls look? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3117/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_4.jpg" /> Here is a great shot of the in-store boutique, if you’re in NYC you must check out this amazing spot at Macy’s, the clothes are displayed so beautifully and I swear, you’ll be happier if you visit: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3118/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_5.jpg" /> Between the runway show and the meet and greet, I had a few minutes to do some interviews, I love talking about my collection for Liz because I really believe in it. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3119/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_6.jpg" /> Here are some of the chic, smart women waiting to shop: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3120/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_7.jpg" /> I love getting to meet so many of you at these in-store appearances, here is gorgeous Dierdre who looks spectacular in my <a href="http://liz.com/brand/isaacs_picks#/3/19"target="_blank">elbow sleeved boatneck dress</a> and floral lined raincoat. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3121/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_8.jpg" /> Here I am with some of the girls working in the Macy’s boutique, they look great in their clover logo shirtdresses – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3122/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_9.jpg" /> I also got an opportunity to talk about the collection with Nicole Fischelis, the fashion director and VP of Macy’s, and Adam Glassman, Creative Director of <a href="http://www.oprah.com/magazine/omagazine/"target="_blank">O</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3126/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_13.jpg" /> Here is stylist extraordinaire, Kristen Naiman double checking the looks backstage before sending the girls out. How cute is this dress with that gorgeous yellow pop of color for spring? Seriously, darlings, get your hands on this stuff— <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3125/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_12.jpg" /> A runway shot: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3127/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_14.jpg" /> If those colors and prints don’t lift your spirits than you just might be out of luck…After the show and fielding some audience questions, I got more time to chat with you all and sign some copies of How to Have Style <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3128/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_15.jpg" /> Throughout this entire evening, <a href="http://www.myspace.com/benwaltzer"target="_blank">Ben Waltzer</a> and his band played snappy jazz music to set the mood: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3130/ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0330_17.jpg" /> So if you haven’t already logged on and checked out the entire collection, <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/liz_claiborne_new_york"target="_blank">click here</a> to see it all then go to the <a href="http://liz.com/brand/our_stores"target="_blank">store locator</a> to find a retailer near you! This event was so much fun, and I hope to see lots of you at my future appearances and enjoy these fabulous and snappy clothes! xxx, Isaac

2009-03-30T12:19:03-04:00

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2009-03-30T11:49:00-04:00

This past Thursday I had the most wonderful time visiting Macy’s Herald Square and launching my <a href="http://www.liz.com"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> collection!

My Night at Macy's Herald Square

2009-04-14T11:29:21-04:00

I can hardly believe I wrapped the taping for <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/style/videos/hosts-and-judges-of-the-fashion-show"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, but we finished up yesterday! Check out behind the scenes and meet some of the incredible crew we worked with, honestly filming this show was so great since we had such a ball on set every day—Here was my first stop every morning – getting my makeup done: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3024/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_1.jpg" /> Cassie and Julie saw me every morning at the crack of dawn and made me gorgeous- so I owe them tremendous thanks! Here are the makeup girls again with Patrick, who made sure I arrived on set every single day and arranged all the cars taking me all over the place! I can’t thank this guy enough! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3413/ISAACBLOG_2009_0413_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0413_1.jpg" /> Now, as you all know by now, craft services was a huge part of the set. You can read my <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_blog"target="_blank">other blogs</a> if you can’t get that sense already…ANYWAY, look at these divine puff pastry hors d’oeuvres – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3026/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_2.jpg" /> And the master behind all of these heavenly creations is Lauren: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3027/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_3.jpg" /> I want her to come work for me, I honestly don’t know how I will live without her feeding me. I think her presentation skills speak for themselves: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3028/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_4.jpg" /> A morning fish platter! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3025/ISAACBLOG_0326_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_0326_5.jpg" /> Here is a glimpse into Kelly Rowland’s extensive wardrobe – her shoes: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3039/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_17.jpg" /> Her jewels: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3040/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_18.jpg" /> And a taste of the colorful wardrobe I will be sporting: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3041/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_19.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_19.jpg" /> Our wardrobe was completely put together by stylist Darshawn – who I ADORE – and her two genius assistants Erin and Erika. They not only pulled gorgeous pieces for us, but also kept each item organized and labeled by episode – THAT takes serious skill. Here is one of the producers, Makario with Nancy who oversaw the fashion challenges – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3032/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_10.jpg" /> And Shaggy, the AD of the set who kept everyone orderly: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3033/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_11.jpg" /> And here we have my co-judge Fern Mallis, tap tapping away at her Blackberry. Fern goes by Firm Fern, which is the way she likes to run things: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3034/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_12.jpg" /> And I know I have <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/isaacs_blog"target="_blank">mentioned</a> a new found love of Mentos – well, now I have discovered fruit Mentos! Honestly darlings, you haven’t lived if you haven’t had the pleasure of a fruit Mentos…. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3035/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_13.jpg" /> Here is Mike, our beyond incredible host coordinator, providing Korey with his daily lemonade-ice tea combo. I swear this man looks like Derek Jeter’s brother. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3036/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_14.jpg" /> Here’s where I spent a good deal of time – my chair with my clipboard: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3037/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_15.jpg" /> And another great shot of my new best friend of all time Kelly Rowland – looking gorgeous – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/3038/ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0326_16.jpg" /> I’ve had such a fabulous time filming this show, and it is going to be so good – so STAY TUNED because you’ll be able to see all the kind of genius drama go down, and you’ll be able to watch knowing that we had brilliant craft services backstage. xxx, Isaac

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Our Final Days on Set

2009-05-08T08:00:33-04:00

I’ve been spending my days taping <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/the-dish/the-fashion-show-hosts-revealed"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a> and we are having so much fun on set! First of all, on my way to the studio this bus drove by me – and surprise! A <a href="http://www.liz.com"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne</a> ad on the side of the bus! If you’re in NYC be sure to look out for these – the clothes will automatically brighten your day—even if they’re just on the side of a moving vehicle. On set there can be a lot of downtime, I like to read or relax, the models like to pass the time playing Taboo: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2536/ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_5.jpg" /> Now, as I mentioned, the craft services on set are unbelievable – but yesterday Kelly Rowland outdid herself and brought in a banana cream pudding: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2534/ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_3.jpg" /> Kelly’s banana cream pudding is even better than your typical version, she makes it with cream cheese which gives it the most amazing richness, and when the pudding was unveiled I was temporarily shocked with delight to see this: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2535/ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0304_4.jpg" /> Chessmen! I was stunned at the substitution of Chessmen for ‘Nilla Wafers – but pleased nonetheless. It was an interesting, and better looking, take on a classic, hooray, Kelly! I’m looking forward to more on-set fun, and will be sure to keep blogging about all the goings-on, look for a video blog soon – and stay tuned for the premier of <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/the-dish/the-fashion-show-hosts-revealed"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>! xxx, Isaac

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I’ve been spending my days taping <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/the-dish/the-fashion-show-hosts-revealed"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a> and we are having so much fun on set!

Another Week at Bravo!

2009-05-09T20:37:05-04:00

Hello darlings! So it’s been a roller coaster of events around here, from the Fall ‘09 Liz presentation, to fashion week, and now I’m busy taping my new show for <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/"target="_blank">Bravo TV</a> – <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/the-dish/the-fashion-show-hosts-revealed"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>! I cannot reveal too many pressing details, since this is entirely top secret – but the taping has been so wonderful so far, my co-host Kelly Rowland is a dream, I cannot get enough of her. Half the time I do not have a clue what she is talking about, but I’m learning – yesterday she called me “fly” – could someone please let me know what this means? Now let me tell you something: the craft services for our show is not like anything I’ve ever seen before. Everyday, there is a full blown printed menu, revealing the delicacies du jour. You can see yesterday’s incredible line-up below: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2439/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_6.jpg" /> People, this is seriously something else. Here are the collared greens we had (a completely vegan option!) <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2440/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_7.jpg" /> And the barbequed chicken: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2441/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_8.jpg" /> Not mention, there is also a complete salad bar prepared every day: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2435/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_2.jpg" /> And as if those were not enough options and variety, craft services provides a staggering array of condiments: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2442/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_9.jpg" /> Now, if you want to hear about the discovery of a lifetime, in my green room the other day, there was a mysterious sleeve of Mentos sitting on the table. I have never had the pleasure of a Mentos before, and after Korey’s encouragement, they are perhaps my new favorite snack – seen here with the earpiece I wear to hear the contestants and all the goings-on on set: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2436/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_3.jpg" /> And after many hours of taping this afternoon snack basket comes to the rescue: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2438/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_5.jpg" /> Korey and I unanimously decided that a Harvest Cheddar Sun Chip is the ultimate afternoon pick-me-up, absolutely try one if you are not already a devoted fan. And what would a show about fashion be without style? And of course we all know the most stylish thing to be right now is green: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2434/ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0227_1.jpg" /> I hope you’ve enjoyed this extremely privileged and top secret preview of the backstage at our tapings for <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/the-dish/the-fashion-show-hosts-revealed"target="_blank">The Fashion Show</a>, stay tuned for even more behind-the-scenes glimpses, and keep your eyes peeled for the premier of my show later this spring! XO, Isaac

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My First Week of Bravo Taping

2009-03-04T16:34:11-05:00

6:16 PM So here we are on the red carpet – Miley Cyrus has shown up in a Cinderella affair with some serious glitter and major, major volume in the skirt. She’s looking age appropriate as far as you can as a 16 year old at an awards show. 6:26 PM: Frieda Pinto and the cast of Slumdog have arrived, all looking radiant. Frieda has been a red carpet knockout this season, she really knows how to dress in colors that compliment her gorgeous skin – we’ll have to see what Frieda’s wearing up-close before the jury is out. 6:39 PM: Zac Efron looks sleek in a classic tux, it’s not too hard for the men to get it right, so it’s a little confusing when things go wrong. Vanessa Hudgens in Marchesa, which she says was made from a short dress to a gown, I don’t love black on a young girl, but it’s difficult to look bad in Marchesa. 6:48 PM: Guiliana Rancic has revealed some secret A-listers will be making appearances, you know what that means – even more dresses to watch for! 6:50 PM: the children from Slumdog are completely adorable in their miniature tuxes and gowns. We can get more of a shot of Frieda, her gown is another gorgeous color for her, 6:54 PM: E! just panned over Melissa Leo’s gown, I’m not crazy about the color, but it’s simple so not a total miss. Viola Davis looks fabulous in gold Reem Acra – FINALLY! Frieda! Her makeup and hair are completely flawless, as usual, Frieda is wearing a John Galliano concoction, with a gorgeous beaded asymmetrical sleeve. She looks absolutely radiant, but I’m not sure this is the knockout of the evening… 7:08 PM: Michael Shannon of Revolutionary Road is hilarious. 7:09 PM: Amy Adams looks like she always does at awards shows. Pretty regular display with a jewel tone column and some statement jewelry. It’s a good go-to look, but nothing breathtaking. 7:10 PM: Amanda Seyfried looks adorable in a cherry red gown with a fabulous big bow, she looks young and vibrant, to die for! 7:14 PM: SJP’s Dior Haute Couture dress is pretty reminiscent of Miley’s gown – here comes Nathalie Portman looking completely classic and chic, as always. 7:17 PM: Anne Hathaway has arrived in what looks like cream and silver sequins at this point – I’ll hold my breath until I see a close-up…OK yes, Anne has done it again – home run with the pale dress, fair skin, dark hair, and red lips – hooray! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2326/ANNE.jpg" alt="ANNE.jpg" /> 7:22 PM: Marisa Tomei looks gorgeous with her loose, undone hair, and a heavily pleated silver gown. The one shoulder trend seems to be big this season, she looks fabulous (though looked her all time best in my gown she wore to the Tony’s…) <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2328/MARISA.jpg" alt="MARISA.jpg" /> 7:29 PM: Meryl is so stunning as always, she has some of the most impeccable style of anyone in Hollywood. 7:36 PM: Marion Cotillard is now the third attendee wearing a serious puff of a gown…a trend we haven’t seen in awhile. 7:44 PM: OK kids, the big names are starting to pour in – Kate Winslet has arrived with Grace Kelly hair and wearing another one shoulder gown! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2325/KATE.jpg" alt="KATE.jpg" /> Brangelina looks great, per usual, and the jade earrings on Angie are a nice dash of color for her otherwise unremarkable black column. Penelope Cruz is wearing another gown with a frothy skirt, and her vintage Balmain is definitely appropriate for the Oscars. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2327/PENELOPE.jpg" alt="PENELOPE.jpg" /> After all that fanfare and pageantry – the standouts are definitely Angelina, Kate Winslet, Marisa Tomei, Penelope Cruz, and Anne Hathaway in my mind – these girls each look fabulously ready for a big win tonight! UPDATE: And now from inside the show: Tina Fey is a dream in a stunning in an impeccably fitted metallic gown, seriously – talk about a show stealer! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/2329/TINA.jpg" alt="TINA.jpg" /> xxx, Isaac

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It’s Oscar season, darlings! I’m live-blogging as the stars arrive on the red carpet!

Oscar Roundup

2009-02-25T09:26:40-05:00

I showed my Fall 2009 collection yesterday during New York Fashion week at the New York Public Library – check out all the action from behind the scenes, to on the runway! The show took place in the beyond gorgeous Celeste Bartos Forum at the NYPL, it has this amazing dome ceiling - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1866/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_1.jpg" /> The venue was perfect – and made the show really intimate, here is the crew doing some last minute work on the runway construction: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1867/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_2.jpg" /> Here’s another great view of the room – the details in the ceiling are incredible, and it was the perfect atmosphere to show my collection in: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1868/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_3.jpg" /> Here’s the entrance that people used to enter – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1869/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_4.jpg" /> The girls in the show walked to an original score by the Bad Plus – here are they guys warming up, they really set the upbeat mood for the happy clothes: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1871/2009_0219_6.jpg" alt="2009_0219_6.jpg" /> The crew had this great sticker on their equipment: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1872/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_7.jpg" /> Backstage we try to keep things organized by sorting out the looks the girls wear and keeping everything separate and labeled: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1873/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_8.jpg" /> Here we are making some last minute decisions and reviewing the looks one last time before sending the girls out: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1874/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_9.jpg" /> Here you can see some progress on the runway: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1875/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_10.jpg" /> Erika takes one final look at the seating chart and double checks with the seat cards that everything is in order before the guests start arriving: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1876/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_11.jpg" /> Backstage, model Ali Stephens gets made up before the girls go through a walk-through so they can rehearse the pacing and the rotation: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1877/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_12.jpg" /> Meanwhile, I do a series of interviews backstage among all the madness, here I am chatting with <a href="http://stylespy.instyle.com/"target="_blank">Katrina Szish</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1878/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_13.jpg" /> Once the show starts, you can really see the whole scene, it was so much fun to show this collection, especially in these gloomy times, the bright colors and fun pieces felt even happier: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1880/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_15.jpg" /> And here’s a shot from the wings backstage, directly across from where the girls were entering on the runway: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1881/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_16.jpg" /> And here’s a great shot of Jenny, Erika, Korey, and Meghan after the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1882/ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0219_17.jpg" /> It is certainly a lot of work for about 15 minutes of the actual show, but it was such a rewarding feeling and I am so excited about the clothes! Be sure to check out a video of the full show on our website, and view each look, now that you’ve seen the behind-the-scenes, don’t miss the runway! XO, Isaac

2009-02-20T10:23:02-05:00

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2009-02-20T09:53:00-05:00

I showed my Fall 2009 collection yesterday during New York Fashion week at the New York Public Library – check out all the action from behind the scenes, to on the runway!

Fall 2009: SMILE!

2009-02-20T22:15:07-05:00

Kids I am getting so excited! My Fall 2009 show is tomorrow afternoon, so check out the behind-the-scenes pictures from around the studio! Here you can see all the hair and makeup products we use to test out the show looks on the models, to make sure everything is just right: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1795/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_6.jpg" /> I’ve been keeping sane by enjoying some of my favorite snacks: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1796/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_7.jpg" /> And my all-time favorite: chocolate almond bark from <a href="http://www.li-lacchocolates.com/"target="_blank">Li-Lac Chocolates</a>, this stuff seriously comes to the rescue in any stressful situation and makes frequent Fashion Week appearances: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1797/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_8.jpg" /> Here are all the runway shoes, organized and stacked up in their beautiful pink boxes – And here the model’s get a little bit of downtime – but they’re the only ones: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1798/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_10.jpg" /> Jayne and Meghan review the seating chart for any last minute RSVP’s or adjustments, this thing is like a puzzle that is constantly changing, and is one of the many parts of preparing for the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1799/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_11.jpg" /> Another enormous part of the preparations is obviously sewing, here you can see some of the sewers like to stay busy while listening to the radio for some entertainment: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1800/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_12.jpg" /> And among all the chaos, it’s always nice for some things to be organized, check out our immaculate storage system of loose odds and ends: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1801/ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0218_13.jpg" /> That’s all for now, I’m off to another fitting – but stay tuned, the collection will be up tomorrow and so will more backstage and behind-the-scenes footage! xxx, Isaac

2009-02-18T15:14:14-05:00

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2009-02-18T15:00:00-05:00

Kids I am getting so excited! My Fall 2009 show is tomorrow afternoon, so check out the behind-the-scenes pictures from around the studio!

Preparing for my Show!

2009-02-18T16:25:23-05:00

As things get hectic with fashion week fast approaching, I can only write a quick blog – here are some gorgeous pictures of my New York apartment on one of the many snowy days we’ve been having, I love how beautiful this balcony looks with all the snow perched on the railings: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1763/ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_1.jpg" /> Then I was able to get out to Bridgehampton for one last weekend before the madness, and it was snowy and beautiful there, too. However, when Arnold and I got our delivery of wood for the fireplace it was heaped outside the shed, not piled up neatly within. You can see it is not a small quantity we’re talking about here: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1766/ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_4.jpg" /> So Arnold and I spent the relaxing weekend hauling the wood into the shed and stacking it up neatly…for some reason I don’t think this kind of thing happens at Martha Stewart’s house. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1765/ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0217_3.jpg" /> Stay tuned for another blog soon, as the preparations for my show have been so exciting, and the collection debuts this Thursday! xxx, Isaac

2009-02-17T12:45:05-05:00

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2009-02-17T12:24:00-05:00

As things get hectic with fashion week fast approaching, I can only write a quick blog -

Snowy Weekend

2009-02-21T11:48:16-05:00

Last night we hosted a charming presentation of the Fall 2009 <a href="http://liz.com/"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> collection! The presentation ran continuously as the models showed off some of the upcoming looks, and editors, buyers, and friends enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and music. Here is a glimpse into the makeup room backstage – notice <a href="http://www.mallybeauty.com/"target="_blank">Mally</a> does not exactly appear to be working hard… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1554/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_1.jpg" /> And here’s Duffy, my go-to hair guru, setting up the models with gorgeously un-done locks – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1555/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_2.jpg" /> While the hair for most of my shows is pretty simple and chic, you can see it’s not quite so simple to create! This is Duffy’s array of various products, sprays, hairpieces, and devices: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1556/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_3.jpg" /> Before each show, we bring in one model for Duffy and Mally to work with and create a test look – which is then photographed and used as a reference on the day of show. I just love the look of loose, elegantly messy hair, fresh dewy skin, and a bright red lip: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1557/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_4.jpg" /> Here are the flowers on the bar – I think flowers ought to be chic, monochromatic, and no-fuss, these are some of my favorite roses from <a href="http://nymag.com/urban/guides/bestofny/services/03/bloomswithaview.htm"target="_blank">Miho</a> : <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1558/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_5.jpg" /> At the bar, there was a selection of wine, sparkling water and <a href="http://www.cocktailtimes.com/gin/frenchseventyfive.shtml"target="_blank">French 75’s</a> for guests to sip on during the presentation: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1572/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_6.jpg" /> Here is the showroom getting all set up – I love the openness of this space, plenty of room for lots of people, and I like to scatter a few chairs about at parties- but not too many, so people are up and mingling: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1559/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_7.jpg" /> And here are some views of the clothes for Fall 2009 – the autumnal colors are so vibrant and rich, I think you’re really going to love them! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1622/ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_2.jpg" /> And another view – there is everything you’ll need for fall, leopard prints, corduroy, boots, booties, shoes, bags- you name, we thought of it: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1623/ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_3.jpg" /> These are the models lining up for a quick rehearsal before the real show gets underway— <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1561/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_9.jpg" /> And one of my truest mantras seems to be the writing on the wall: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1560/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_8.jpg" /> I love these presentations not only because I am so proud of the clothes, but it’s always a great excuse to see old friends, here I am with Veronica Webb and her two adorable (and very fashionable) daughters, and Mally before the show: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1563/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_11.jpg" /> Now, you cannot have a cocktail reception without a passed hors d’oeuvre, right? <a href="/about/yesterday__475_videos/622/taxi_to_liz"target="_blank">Definitely not, according to Korey.</a> Here’s the tuna tartar which was fantastically light and refreshing: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1564/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_12.jpg" /> And some meatballs, and fried artichoke hearts… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1565/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_13.jpg" /> And some beet risotto that was to die for: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1567/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_15.jpg" /> Here are the incredible chefs, who were able to cater this event from within perhaps the tiniest kitchen in all America: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1566/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_14.jpg" /> The whole show went off perfectly, if I do say so myself, with the help of the Ben Waltzer Band to set the mood just right – notice out the gorgeous windows is Parson’s School of Design, where some hard working design students might be dreaming of having their own presentations soon: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1568/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_16.jpg" /> The girls came out in the looks with these incredible antique bicycles showcasing the handbags – be sure to check back soon for the rest of the collection photos: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1621/ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0210_1.jpg" /> Here are all the camera crews setting up to get shots of each girl during the presentation: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1570/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_18.jpg" /> And finally here is the final result: a great crowd, delicious food, wonderful music, and the most important part – the clothes – were a huge success, you’ll have to keep your eye peeled for them this fall! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1571/ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_19.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0209_19.jpg" /> xxx, Isaac

2009-02-10T12:07:12-05:00

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2009-02-10T11:36:00-05:00

Last night we hosted a charming presentation of the Fall 2009 <a href="http://liz.com/"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> collection!

Fall 2009 Liz Claiborne Presentation

2009-02-21T11:46:21-05:00

Last month I had the pleasure of working with the illustrious fashion photographer <a href="http://www.arthurelgort.com/"target="_blank">Arthur Elgort</a> and a bevvy of beautiful and talented women on the <a href="http://liz.com/"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne ad campaign!</a> It was so much fun to have real women get into the clothes – they each have such a different style, and I think the clothes translated really well to work for each one of them. Here I am with the girls before we started the shoot: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1003/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_1.jpg" /> We chose to shoot in and around my studio, in the streets of New York since these clothes are for everyday wear – why not put them in an everyday setting? Here is Arthur getting a great photo – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1004/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_2.jpg" /> The women chosen for the campaign all had such wonderful and inspiring stories, each with a different career, lifestyle, and ranging almost 5 decades in age – and all looking fabulous in one line of clothing - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1005/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_3.jpg" /> Now tell me those colors don’t make you happy?! The clothes looked even more vibrant considering we didn’t have the nicest day on our hands, here is some of the crew huddling under a tent while we set the girls up in a parking lot - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1007/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_5.jpg" /> But despite the tragic weather, everyone had such a great time on set. There was truly so much energy to go along with the happiest clothes on earth – here the girls get some touch-ups from stylist-extraordinaire Kristin: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1009/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_7.jpg" /> To really get the mood right we got some music going and these girls are having a blast! You’ve got to check out the brand-new <a href="http://liz.com/"target="_blank">Liz Claiborne New York</a> website to get yourself some of these fantastic pieces – and see the finished products of this photoshoot! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1011/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_9.jpg" /> Here is a photo in the other direction – you can really get a sense of how many wonderfully skilled people it takes to make this sort of thing happen, especially as well as it did: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1015/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_13.jpg" /> Now if you’ve ever been anywhere close to New York City in January you know that it is not bathing suit weather – so my tireless models were really troopers to be posing for a summer ad campaign on the bleakest day all winter: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/1014/ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0203_12.jpg" /> We spent the whole day shooting in all sorts of fun locations, and I am so happy to finally be able to share all of this with you! My collection for <a href="http://liz.com/"target="_blank">Liz</a> is finally available the view and order on their website, so you must at least take a peak. I think you’re really going to love everything as much as I do, and hopefully these clothes will be able to brighten up even the dreariest day, if you doubt me – the proof is in the pictures… xxx, Isaac

2009-02-03T14:55:59-05:00

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Behind the Scenes at a Liz Photoshoot

2009-03-10T10:53:16-04:00

I had a wonderfully relaxing long weekend, which culminated in the exciting events of today’s Inauguration! Over the weekend I made some delicious homemade chicken noodle soup – there’s nothing else like it on a cold day, and we even got another dusting of snow to top off a quiet winter weekend: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0600/ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_3.jpg" /> Here’s a pretty regular sight at my house, <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0601/ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_4.jpg" /> And here is one of the owners of those bones, another classic portrait for you: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0602/ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_5.jpg" /> And here’s Harry, a dog who really knows how to appreciate a holiday weekend and really relax - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0603/ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_6.jpg" /> Today, Dean showed his patriotism and support of our 44th President in this outfit: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0598/ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0120_1.jpg" /> I can’t wait to see what this new era brings, and hope you all enjoyed some time off this weekend and a nice break before heading back to work! xxx, Isaac

2009-01-20T16:04:00-05:00

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I had a wonderfully relaxing long weekend, which culminated in the exciting events of today’s Inauguration!

Chicken Soup & Inauguration

2009-01-22T21:48:59-05:00

Today I spent at Silver Cup studios in Queens, shooting an episode of <a href="http://abc.go.com/primetime/uglybetty/index?pn=index"target="_blank">Ugly Betty</a>, check out behind the scenes! I started the day waking up to some seriously snowy weather, here’s a shot of the wintry morn we had on 12th Street: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0465/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_2.jpg" /> It was such gorgeous snow, much better than a slushy, rainy winter. Look how perfectly dusted the little tree outside my building looked – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0467/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_4.jpg" /> I then headed over to the Ugly Betty set with Korey, here’s the door to my dressing room: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0468/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_5.jpg" /> While my dressing room was nice, the girls on this show really know how to set up a dressing room. Here I am in hair with Becki Newton and American Ferrera as they browse <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/"target="_blank">Pottery Barn</a> for a new rug for America’s dressing room – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0469/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_6.jpg" /> Here is the green room – nicely done, Korey and I have seen so many green rooms we’re thinking of writing a coffee table book called Green Rooms of the World, so keep your eyes peeled for that one… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0471/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_8.jpg" /> Another topic we are well versed on is craft service tables – at Ugly Betty we enjoyed grilled chicken and some delicious salads: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0470/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_7.jpg" /> Taping the episode (which I cannot discuss the contents of NOR my role) was a breeze, and let me tell you, efficiency is not dead on the set of Ugly Betty, things went so smoothly and the taping took no time. Here I am with the talented and brilliant director Bethany Rooney before my scene- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0472/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_9.jpg" /> Here are some of the fictional Mode Magazine props from the show – how great is this: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0475/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_12.jpg" /> Here I am on set, you’ll have to keep checking your local listings for date the episode airs! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0476/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_13.jpg" /> And here I am actually taping a scene: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0477/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_14.jpg" /> This is a bunch of rolls of gaffer’s tape, I thought it was just the most fabulous group of colors, and perfect for a bright, fun show like Ugly Betty: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0478/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_15.jpg" /> Here I am with the director Bethany again and Vanessa Williams, I have adored Vanessa forever and think she is honestly the greatest, so it was such a pleasure to work with her: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0484/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_16.jpg" /> After a fun and fast-paced day of shooting one of the funniest shows on TV, I got one last surprise as I got home. Awhile back I was so disapointed and heartbroken that my favorite neighborhood market, Jefferson Market, had closed and was all boarded up. I honestly did not know where I would get my food any more. However I was nothing short of elated to come across this sign today: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0464/ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0115_1.jpg" /> You can imagine my surprise and delight! Stay tuned, stay warm, and keep up with Ugly Betty so you don’t miss my cameo! xxx, Isaac

2009-01-15T16:21:54-05:00

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Today I spent at Silver Cup studios in Queens, shooting an episode of <a href="http://abc.go.com/primetime/uglybetty/index?pn=index"target="_blank">Ugly Betty</a>, check out behind the scenes!

Ugly Betty Taping

2009-02-19T22:05:48-05:00

I spent the afternoon today at a trunk show presentation held at <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/index.jhtml"target="_blank">Bergdorf Goodman</a>, I was so happy to see some of you there! Here are some of the clothes from my <a href="/collections/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/74/womens__spa_2009"target="_blank">Spa Collection</a>, hanging on a rack, looking gorgeous if I do say so myself – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0414/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_2.jpg" /> This is one of my all time favorite dresses, called Glindafly, from my Spring 2009 collection, it’s truly a knockout - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0415/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_3.jpg" /> This is the showroom, packed with lots of creations from Spring and Spa collections, all looking great: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0420/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_8.jpg" /> In addition to beautiful clothing, there were also adorable, tiny, petit-fours on hand, for an afternoon snack: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0418/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_6.jpg" /> We had racks of clothing set up, as well as mannequins, and here’s one of the models, to give an idea of how the clothes move on actual people: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0419/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_7.jpg" /> And I was so pleased that my good friend Jackie stopped by to look at some of the clothes, here I am with her – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0421/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_9.jpg" /> The trunk show went very well, and thank you to all of those who stopped by, I love getting to interact with the clothes and you as much as possible, the one downfall of the day was the plummeting temperature, I think the high was 12 degrees – here are Meghan and Erika braving the arctic winds on 5th Avenue: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0413/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_1.jpg" /> If you’re in the city, be sure to swing by Bergdorf’s, at least to check out the most fabulous window there: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0416/ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0114_4.jpg" /> Stay warm! xxx, Isaac

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A glimpse at my Spring 2009 Trunk Show!

2009-01-28T18:10:02-05:00

I really love the holidays, so I was sad to leave my house in Bridgehampton, but the prospect of a new year is very exciting! I took this picture yesterday of the dining room in my beach house, I thought it just looked so lovely after all the commotion of the holidays. Some of the highlights of the break were certainly lots of cooking and baking, as well as spending time at my favorite places. Here is the carrot cake I baked – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0126/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_3.jpg" /> Check out the inside – it was so delicious, and is another of my tried and true recipes, and as always, displayed on a <a href="http://www.johnderian.com/index_home.html"target="_blank">John Derian</a> cake platter: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0128/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_5.jpg" /> Here is a photo of my Christmas dinner, we had oso buco and saffron risotto – both divine. The recipe is from <a href="http://www.dolcevita.com/cuisine/recipes/recipes.htm"target="_blank">Marcella Hazan</a> who I adore. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0127/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_4.jpg" /> One of the major high points arrived by mail though. My good friend Rita sends along this incredible dark chocolate, marshmallow, pecan bark creation that I look forward to every single year. It is the most delicious little candy – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0125/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_2.jpg" /> Rita also sent these marvelous and wintry treats, spiced pecans and candied pecans. I love to put the candied pecans in my morning oatmeal – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0124/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_1.jpg" /> Speaking of breakfast, my favorite place to go for breakfast is right in Bridgehampton. I will give you some clues but I refuse to reveal the name or location because otherwise you will all go there and realize how incredible it is and I won’t be able to get a table anymore. Here is the festive front door, lucky you if you recognize it! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0131/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_8.jpg" /> Here are some of the specials – you can see why I love it so much. However, it is sort of a BYOMS (bring your own maple syrup) situation, since Arnold and I think the syrup provided is a little sub-par… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0130/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_7.jpg" /> Back at home I had a nice time relaxing and enjoying the snowy weather. Here is my portrait of Dean – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0132/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_9.jpg" /> And here is Arnold’s interpretive portrait of Dean – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0134/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_11.jpg" /> Here are the boys, relaxing on the couch: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0133/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_10.jpg" /> And one of Dean and me: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0135/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_12.jpg" /> Now, to the real jewel in the crown of my holiday vacation: this chocolate cake: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0138/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_15.jpg" /> I have been waiting 45 years for this recipe to come into existence, and after receiving the brand new <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/sku5264494/index.cfm?pkey=ccookbooks&ckey=cookbooks"target="_blank">Williams-Sonoma Cookbook</a>, my life has changed. This recipe is flawless, and includes brown sugar, regular sugar, and molasses in way that defies all other cake recipes. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0140/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_17.jpg" /> It is seriously the be all and end all of chocolate cake, I cannot tell you enough times. However, I did opt for my traditional favorite chocolate icing which is <a href="http://www.nickmalgieri.com/index.html"target="_blank">Nick Malgieri’s recipe.</a> Look at the sheen of it! And here is the delightful product, accompanied by some homemade ice cream, of course: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0139/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_16.jpg" /> While we enjoyed the splendor or the new found cake recipe, a squirrel on the bird feeder attracted a huge swarm of cardinals outside – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0002/0137/ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2009_0105_14.jpg" /> It was a relaxing and delicious holiday, and as I said, I’m sad it’s over, but I am looking forward to all the great things 2009 has to bring. I hope you and your families had happy and healthy holidays and keep logging on for all the excitement in ‘09! xxx, Isaac

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I really love the holidays, so I was sad to leave my house in Bridgehampton, but the prospect of a new year is very exciting!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-12T09:38:41-05:00

Last night we had our Family Feud office holiday party, with amazing catering, fun entertainment, and obviously great company – it was the perfect way to ring in the holidays! After much fascination in the office with quiz shows, especially Family Feud, we were able to find a company that rents the set, and even comes complete with a host! Here is the station where you face off at the buzzer: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9982/ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_3.jpg" /> We devised an elaborate system, reminiscent of the US Open, that matched up teams against one another, this the bracket set up: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9981/ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_2.jpg" /> Here is the very impressive winning team, The Locals, who adorned themselves in these terrible sweaters and tee shirts, seriously, it was like a cry for help <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9988/ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_9.jpg" /> Here I am with my team, it was a very intense and competitive atmosphere for a holiday party! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9987/ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_8.jpg" /> The food was incredible, catered by <a href="http://www.melbasrestaurant.com/"target="_blank">Melba’s</a>, one of my favorite restaurants with the best soul food, and owned by Melba, a good friend of mine. We had fried catfish, Caribbean shrimp, fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and check out these mini cheeseburgers that were appetizers: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9984/ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1217_5.jpg" /> All in all, it was great fun, a nice way to relax and enjoy eachother before the holiday rush. It is always so nice to take a break and get everyone together to have a good time, and Family Feud was definitely a great to do that! We are in the midst of a blizzard in NYC which is the perfect end to a festive week, and hopefully will continue! xxx, Isaac

2008-12-18T16:40:03-05:00

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Last night we had our Family Feud office holiday party, with amazing catering, fun entertainment, and obviously great company – it was the perfect way to ring in the holidays!

475 Family Feud Office Party

2009-01-06T19:06:50-05:00

This morning was another early one, as I headed to the <a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/earlyshow/main500202.shtml"target="_blank">CBS Early Show</a> to promote How to Have Style! We taped a great segment which aired this morning, here I am with host Julie Chen: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9935/ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_2.jpg" /> I was excited to run into one of my old friends, <a href="http://www.colincowie.com/"target="_blank">Colin Cowie</a>, a lifestyle and entertaining guru. Here we are catching up- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9940/ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_7.jpg" /> I love all his brilliant entertaining ideas, everything he does is so simple and chic – check out these adorable centerpieces he was doing on the show, they’re perfect for the holiday table: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9939/ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_6.jpg" /> That is a tree made of strawberries if you can believe it. Another guest taping a segment, who is frequently on the Early Show is <a href="http://www.americastestkitchen.com/meetthecast.asp"target="_blank">Christopher Kimball</a>. He is seriously a culinary genius, perhaps the most brilliant man alive. He founded <a href="http://www.cooksillustrated.com/"target="_blank">Cook’s Illustrated</a>, one of my all time favorite publications, and has an incredible show on PBS called <a href="http://www.cookscountrytv.com/"target="_blank">Cook’s Country TV</a> which I cannot get enough of. Korey and I are major fans, so we were happy to even be in his presence and to get this picture: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9934/ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_1.jpg" /> Here I am on set, in case you missed the segment this morning, <a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/12/17/earlyshow/living/beauty/main4674637.shtml"target="_blank">click here</a> to read a summary! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9936/ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1218_3.jpg" /> Hope you all have your holiday stress under control, stay calm and enjoy! Our 475 Holiday Party was last night, so be sure to check back for more blogs about that! xxx, Isaac

2008-12-18T11:32:08-05:00

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The CBS Early Show

2008-12-18T17:37:18-05:00

Some of my favorite segments to tape are the cooking and baking episodes, I get to learn from some of my favorite chefs and bakers, and the results are never bad! Here I am working with <a href="http://www.nickmalgieri.com/"target="_blank">Nick Malgieri</a>, who is an amazing pastry chef and baker. His book The Modern Baker is one of my most reliable cook books and provided the recipes for the 2 cakes I made recently for Thanksgiving. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9241/ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_3.jpg" /> Here I am after the segment with Nick and his two publicists who cam along for the taping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9242/ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_4.jpg" /> Here are some of the products of our taping – look for the wonderful French bread recipe when the episodes air! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9243/ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_5.jpg" /> Like the <a href="/meet_isaac/isaacs_blog/731/bobbi_brown__watch_isaac"target="_blank">Bobbi Bown segment</a>, keep your eye out for these to air, because I asked another trivia question about Nick and the first 5 viewers to send the answer to info@isaacmizrahiny.com will receive a signed copy of The Modern Baker!! So keep logging on and taking notes! Next up, I had to pleasure of taping with <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/chefs/invoke.cfm?chefid=216EE660-4446-4098-B7CA7CBE433204A1"target="_blank">Grace Parisi</a>, a chef at Food+Wine magazine. Grace and I made some delightful cookies, that are quick and easy and the perfect solution for a holiday party – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9244/ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_6.jpg" /> Here are some of the cookies, and with Nutella and jam, as you can see, how bad could they possibly be?? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9245/ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1208_7.jpg" /> While these segments make it pretty difficult to stick to a diet, it’s so fun to get to cook with some of the most creative people in the industry and hear their tips and tricks. Keep checking back for the webisodes to air, and I hope you have as much fun watching them as I did making them! xxx, Isaac

2008-12-08T10:50:56-05:00

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Some of my favorite segments to tape are the cooking and baking episodes, I get to learn from some of my favorite chefs and bakers, and the results are never bad!

Baking with Nick and Grace!

2008-12-12T00:29:25-05:00

I’ve been taping Watch Isaac episodes again this week, and had the pleasure of having makeup genius <a href="http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/home.tmpl?ngextredir=1"target="_blank">Bobbi Brown</a> come in for some demonstrations! The segment has tips for five different girls, each getting a specific thing demonstrated on them. Bobbi is out with a new book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual-Everyone/dp/0446581348"target="_blank">Makeup Manual</a> which you MUST pick up it is so brilliant. Bobbi’s assistants Dominique and Mark were here very early with the fabulous models to prep them for Bobbi, here they are working with Erika – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9175/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_4.jpg" /> The girls and makeup assistants had to be at the studio at 7:45 this morning, so you can see Meghan and Sarah are being sure to caffeinate while waiting – <pre><code><img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9174/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_3.jpg" /> </code></pre> Check out the very wide array of all the wonderful Bobbi Brown products, everything she makes is truly a lifesaver! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9178/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_7.jpg" /> Here are some of the girls all set up to model, their faces were done up except for the one thing Bobbi was going to do for the segment on each of them – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9176/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_5.jpg" /> Here is Meghan getting a lesson on gel eyeliner. Bobbi is an expert with the stuff and her super-steady hand, but with her new <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bobbi-Brown-Makeup-Manual-Everyone/dp/0446581348"target="_blank">book</a> you can become a pro, too. It looked so great on Meghan, just right along her top lashes. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9185/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_14.jpg" /> Next, Erika got some tips on successfully applying foundation and concealer. She hardly had any prep done, so you can really see how Bobbi works to cover up any uneveness (though Erika hardly needs it!) <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9177/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_6.jpg" /> Sarah got some tips on doing the perfect job with blush. Bobbi recommends both a natural-looking shade, and a brighter shade that gives a pop of color. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9183/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_12.jpg" /> Amanda got the most rich, gorgeous bright pink lips that would be perfect all the time, and Marisa, our final model, went all out with a smokey eye. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9181/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_10.jpg" /> Here’s Marisa checking out her results – it looked so chic for a night out, though she thought it was a little much for 11 in the morning… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9184/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_13.jpg" /> Here Bobbi and I signed and swapped books! Be sure to keep checking back every day for these webisodes to air, there is a trivia question asked in one segment, and the first five to answer correctly by emailing info@isaacmizrahiny.com will receive a free, signed copy of Makeup Manual!! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9179/ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1204_8.jpg" /> The girls looked so great and it was so much fun to get to watch Bobbi work her magic. Keep logging on to find out makeup tips from the master! xxx, Isaac PS – how incredible are Bobbi’s glasses! Right?

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Bobbi Brown @ WATCH ISAAC

2008-12-15T12:11:15-05:00

This Thanksgiving was so marvelous, minus one small misadventure that I am determined to get to the bottom of! I had a <a href="/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog/content/514/isaacs_video_blog_thanksgiving"target="_blank">upstairs-downstairs-upstairs</a> Thanksgiving with my good friend Myra and our close family and friends. It was so wonderful to be able to relax with everyone and enjoy the tremendous amounts of food. My contribution was two desserts. The first is this divine coconut banana rum layer cake: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9060/ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_1.jpg" /> It was a major success and from one of my favorite cook books, The Modern Baker by Nick Malgieri. Here’s another shot of my gorgeous finished cake in all it’s glory – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9066/ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_2.jpg" /> Now, my second cake was sort of a different story. In the same book, there is a genius recipe for chocolate layer cake I have been making for 15 years and it’s the most reliable cake of all time. I normally bake the layers in 9” dark metal cake pans, if you can imagine. This year, though, I thought I would do them in 8” cake pans so the layers would be a little taller and thicker, you know, a little more triumphant. A little more “Hooray! Thanksgiving!” Instead – this is what happened: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9069/ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_5.jpg" /> That is a disfigured chocolate cake. Other than the switch from 9” to 8”, the new pans were also a light metal, and I am wondering if that had something to do with this disaster. Luckily, Nick Malgieri, the recipe inventor, will be here tomorrow to shoot some episodes of Watch Isaac and I hope he is prepared to discuss this situation. While the cake turned out a little wonky looking, it still tasted incredible and didn’t quite ruin Thanksgiving. And you have to admit – the cake stand is sort of gorgeous – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/9068/ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1202_4.jpg" /> right? I hope you all had a happy and healthy holiday, let me know what sort of cooking, or cooking disasters, you had at your table! xxx, Isaac

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This Thanksgiving was so marvelous, minus one small misadventure that I am determined to get to the bottom of!

My Thanksgiving

2008-12-06T00:28:20-05:00

This morning I had the treat to return as a guest on <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio" target="_blank">Martha Stewart Living Radio</a>! As always, it was great to tape there, and I also picked up a few Thanksgiving tips! I joined host Mario Bosquez and chef <a href="http://www.porterhousenewyork.com/"target="_blank">Michael Lomonaco</a> to chat. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8960/ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_1.jpg" /> Honestly, the food set-up in the studio was a little dicey, check out these mis-matched platters and serving tongs – I don’t think Martha would approve! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8961/ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_2.jpg" /> And I really doubt that at Cantitoe Corners, Martha’s Bedford, NY farm and estate, peel-and-serve grape jelly tubs are on the menu… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8962/ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_3.jpg" /> Here I am with Michael Lomonaco, chef at the incredible <a href="http://www.porterhousenewyork.com/"target="_blank">Porterhouse New York</a> restaurant in Columbus Circle. He gave the best mashed potato tips – suggesting Yukon Golds, and he recommends drying the potatoes in the oven after they’ve been boiled. Another brilliant idea he had was to use a ricer instead of a blender or masher. Here is one that I love from (where else?) <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/cw423/index.cfm?pkey=xsrd0m1|16|||0|||||||ricer&cm_src=SCH"target="_blank">Williams-Sonoma</a>. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8968/ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1126_8.jpg" /> So test drive those new genius tips, and have a happy and healthy holiday! xxx, Isaac

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This morning I had the treat to return as a guest on <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio" target="_blank">Martha Stewart Living Radio</a>!

A Visit to Martha Stewart Radio

2008-11-29T11:39:26-05:00

This past week I had a busy couple of days filming more webisodes for <a href="/watch_isaac"target="_blank">Watch Isaac</a>, which is always so much fun! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8937/ISAACBLOG_2008_1125_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1125_2.jpg" /> We film right here in the studio, so a whole film crew comes to set up and the 475 crew prepares the area for Sketches & Answers and the other segments we do - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8938/ISAACBLOG_2008_1125_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1125_3.jpg" /> Here I am filming some <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac/ask_isaac/719/ask_isaac"target="_blank">Ask Isaac</a> questions – make sure to send your questions to info@isaacmizrahiny.com so I can answer them! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8940/isaacblog_2008_1125_5.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_5.jpg" /> And here I am doing a segment on holiday gifts, check back in a couple of weeks for those webisodes so that you can give the most chic gifts this season without breaking the bank! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8942/isaacblog_2008_1125_7.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_7.jpg" /> This is <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/watch_isaac/ask_isaac/719/ask_isaac"target="_blank">Sketches & Answers</a>, one of my favorite segments to film because I get to meet some of you and do a sketch to solve your style dilemma: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8944/isaacblog_2008_1125_9.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_9.jpg" /> Here’s another good shot of the second group of <a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/watch_isaac/ask_isaac/719/ask_isaac"target="_blank">Sketches & Answers</a>, keep checking back to catch the all-new webisodes! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8948/isaacblog_2008_1125_13.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_13.jpg" /> After spending the day on Friday filming, I headed out to my house Bridgehampton to do some sketching and enjoy the fall weather. This is the new painting and sketching room in my house – on the chair you’ll see my Jeopardy! sweatshirt from <a href="http://www.j-archive.com/showplayer.php?player_id=2809"target="_blank">my days as a contestant</a>. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8949/isaacblog_2008_1125_14.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_14.jpg" /> This is my set-up with all my paints and brushes and colored pencils, I love to get out to Bridgehampton and it’s great to have a wonderful, quiet place to sketch in addition to my NYC studio. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8950/isaacblog_2008_1125_15.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_15.jpg" /> And here is my dog Dean on the gorgeous upholstered settee in my bedroom – isn’t the fabric incredible? You might recognize it from one of my shows… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8951/isaacblog_2008_1125_16.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_16.jpg" /> This is another corner of my home I just love – this is a painting by one of my favorite artists – <a href="http://crggallery.com/artists/lisa-sanditz/" target="_blank">Lisa Sanditz</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8952/isaacblog_2008_1125_17.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_17.jpg" /> And right below that painting is my wonderful, antique, wooden garden rabbit and another painting I love by Adrienne Lobel: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8953/isaacblog_2008_1125_18.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_18.jpg" /> Finally, when I’m in Bridgehampton, I love to support the local businesses and farmstands, I always buy these Benny’s Best Long Island Potatoes when I’m there – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8954/isaacblog_2008_1125_19.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1125_19.jpg" /> I’m back at my New York office now, continuing to work on my various projects while preparing for the holidays. I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving, and I can’t wait to hear what everyone cooked! xxx, Isaac

2008-11-25T13:20:53-05:00

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This past week I had a busy couple of days filming more webisodes for <a href="/watch_isaac"target="_blank">Watch Isaac</a>, which is always so much fun!

Behind the Scenes at Watch Isaac

2009-12-29T09:52:51-05:00

This morning I cast my vote for Barack Obama, and with the big crowds this year, and all this anticipation I went to vote at 5:30 AM! I was certainly not alone though… I went to my polling location on 11th Street and ran into everyone! Here I am with my good friend Julie Janklow and John Barrett – hairstylist extraordinaire and owner of the salon in Bergdorf’s. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8245/ISAACBLOG_2008_1104_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1104_1.jpg" /> Among many other notables, <a href="http://patrickmcmullen.com/HomePage.aspx"target="_blank">Patrick McMullen</a> was even there to snap our pictures! It was like a regular society event. Probably the chicest polling venue in all Manhattan. I hope you’ve ALL voted – fingers crossed for Obama! xxx, Isaac

2008-11-04T16:54:46-05:00

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This morning I cast my vote for Barack Obama, and with the big crowds this year, and all this anticipation I went to vote at 5:30 AM! I was certainly not alone though…

Early Morning Voting

2008-11-05T10:58:31-05:00

I finished off my book tour this past week with trips down to Atlanta and Dallas where I got meet even more great people, check out some fantastic and impressive Halloween costumes, and enjoy delicious Southern food! My first stop was Atlanta, where I had the privilege of taping an interview at the most gorgeous TV studio on earth – check out this studio, completely decorated like an old Southern mansion: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8060/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_5.jpg" /> I taped an interview for <a href="http://www.myfoxatlanta.com/myfox/pages/InsideFox/GoodDay?pageId=5.2"target="_blank">Good Day Atlanta</a> with host Suchita Vadlamani: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8058/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_4.jpg" /> Honestly, look at the outside of this studio – it is incredible, no? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8057/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_3.jpg" /> Then I stopped by the <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/homestyle/10/28/isaac.mizrahi/index.html#cnnSTCVideo"target="_blank">CNN</a> headquarters to tape a segment, this place is so huge: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8061/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_6.jpg" /> You can <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/homestyle/10/28/isaac.mizrahi/index.html#cnnSTCVideo"target="_blank">click here</a> to watch the full interview video! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8064/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_9.jpg" /> Here is the CNN Newsroom, this area is sure to be buzzing for the next week or so as the election approaches! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8062/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_7.jpg" /> And here I am with one of the producers at CNN who is getting married in one of my Target wedding dresses this year, congratulations – she will definitely look fabulous. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8063/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_8.jpg" /> That evening I had a book signing at <a href="http://www.borders.com/online/store/TitleDetail?sku=1592403921"target="_blank">Borders</a>, here I am with Korey’s mom Jane, and his good friend from high school, Kristen – thanks for making the trip! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8069/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_14.jpg" /> Also, another special guest in Atlanta was Manning, who is one of the lovely girls I got to work with for my book How to Have Style, she looked so great since doing the book and it was a real treat to see her again, she bought all these copies for Christmas gifts – genius! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8068/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_13.jpg" /> We had a little trouble finding anything spectacular to eat in Atlanta, but this restaurant’s name is easily one of my favorites- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8065/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_10.jpg" /> Very early the next morning, I hopped on a flight to Dallas, here I am in the downtown area of the city: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8072/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_17.jpg" /> I taped a segment for <a href="http://www.wfaa.com/gmt/"target="_blank">Good Morning Texas</a> with host Gary. The studio was so beautiful and sunlit, a nice way to start the morning in Dallas! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8074/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_19.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_19.jpg" /> I was also lucky enough to be at the studio on the day of the Halloween costume contest, here are some young winners: a character from the Jetsons, a cupcake (my personal favorite), the Energizer bunny, and a poodle – very nicely done, kids. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8073/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_18.jpg" /> Here’s another bigger group of brilliantly dressed contestants, the entire Jetson family (plus two Flintstones) had home-made costumes! I can’t wait to see all the creative costumes tonight. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8086/halloween-family.jpg" alt="halloween-family.jpg" /> Next I headed on to <a href="http://cbs11tv.com/"target="_blank">Buzzed into the DFW</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8075/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_20.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_20.jpg" /> Next I got to meet up with one of my favorite people, Lynn Yeager of the <a href="http://www.villagevoice.com/"target="_blank">Village Voice</a>, we got to catch up and do a little shopping: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8066/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_11.jpg" /> I did a book signing in Dallas at <a href="http://www.shopsatlegacy.com/"target="_blank">Legacy Books</a>, which is the most beautiful new book store, it’s huge and was such a pleasure to do my signing there: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8079/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_24.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_24.jpg" /> Here I am with Lynn, and some adorable and stylish SMU sorority girls: ‘ <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8077/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_22.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_22.jpg" /> And this is Taylor, who is running for Homecoming Queen at SMU, we all wish her very good luck! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8076/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_21.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_21.jpg" /> I also met another very stylish young lady, Emilea, who has begun sewing and transformed this ladies’ shirt I made for Target into a little girl’s dress! She will be my future stylist! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8081/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_26.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_26.jpg" /> And here is another fan with some vintage Isaac Mizrahi clothes, everyone in Dallas was so wonderful- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8082/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_27.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_27.jpg" /> That evening, Erika, Korey and I enjoyed dinner at <a href="http://www.shopsatlegacy.com/"target="_blank">Jasper’s</a> among the Shops at Legacy. We finally got our hands on some long-awaited BBQ, and I had the most delicious spitfire barbeque chicken: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8085/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_30.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_30.jpg" /> While Korey and Erika enjoyed authentic BBQ ribs: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8084/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_29.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_29.jpg" /> We all shared these incredible potato chips with blue cheese melted on them, needless to say, we were a little full afterward. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8083/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_28.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_28.jpg" /> The book tour has been incredible, I love getting to see and meet people all over the country, and it was a busy schedule, but absolutely worth it. Just when we thought the excitement was all over after a month of traveling, our stewardesses on the flight home were dressed as witches and served haunted potion to us… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/8055/ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1031_1.jpg" /> I’ll blog again soon, and I hope you all have a very spooky Halloween, but remember to GO OUT AND VOTE on Tuesday! xxx, Isaac

2008-10-31T12:07:06-04:00

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Book Tour: Home Stretch!

2008-11-04T15:15:14-05:00

Korey and I spent the last two days in the mid-west, where we came across some of our most enthusiastic fans yet! Our first stop in Chicago was perfect – even though it was FREEZING. We had such a great turn out at the book signing at <a href="http://www.borders.com/online/store/TitleDetail?sku=1592403921"target="_blank">Borders</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7806/isaacblog_2008_1022_3.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_3.jpg" /> Here I am speaking, everyone in Chicago was so great, and even though it was standing-room only, there was such a wonderful (and stylish) crowd. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7805/isaacblog_2008_1022_2.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_2.jpg" /> Here is one stylish member of the audience, Catherine, she brought her 1996 vintage Isaac Mizrahi coat which she bought at Bergdorf’s to ask about getting the lining replaced. So, the best suggestion I could come up with was for Catherine to send me the coat and I will replace the lining in my studio. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7807/isaacblog_2008_1022_4.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_4.jpg" /> Here is another die-hard fan, Nicole, who showed up to the signing in her Isaac Mizrahi for Target dress – she doesn’t even need that copy of How to Have Style! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7808/isaacblog_2008_1022_5.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_5.jpg" /> And some other wonderful fans who wanted not only their books signed – but their Isaac Mizrahi for Target laptop cases signed too! Looking good, girls. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7810/isaacblog_2008_1022_7.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_7.jpg" /> I also got to tape a segment for the <a href="http://www.roeconn.com/home/"target="_blank">Roe Conn Show</a> which airs on AM 890. Here I am with the guys, it was so much fun to tape. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7804/isaacblog_2008_1022_1.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_1.jpg" /> The rest of Chicago was fantastic, it’s one of my favorite cities. I met up with my good friend Bruce and had lunch at <a href="http://www.mkchicago.com/"target="_blank">MK</a>, where I had the most delicious scallops. The fish is also divine. We also caught the <a href="http://www.mcachicago.org/index.php"target="_blank">Alexander Calder Exhibit at the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art</a>. Calder does those incredible hanging mobiles, you must check out the exhibit if you’re in town. I learned it was organized by a woman who is a close friend of mine, who I used to make clothes for years ago! The next morning, we headed onwards to Minneapolis which was also a truly fantastic city – despite the cold. I got to do a book signing in the middle of the <a href="http://www.mallofamerica.com/"target="_blank">Mall of America</a> and there were even jumbo-trons with huge pictures of the book! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7817/isaacblog_2008_1022_14.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_14.jpg" /> Needless to say, the Mall of America was INSANE, there were even roller coasters and every single store you can imagine – even a <a href="http://www.qvc.com/"target="_blank">QVC</a> store, which I did not even know existed! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7818/isaacblog_2008_1022_15.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_15.jpg" /> Here is another exciting and chaotic place: the <a href="http://www.mallofamerica.com/adults_attraction_detail_objectname_NickUniverse_tenant.aspx"target="_blank">Nickelodeon Universe</a> theme park: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7850/isaacblog_2008_1022_nickelo.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_nickelo.jpg" /> Like Chicago, Minneapolis had many stylish and enthusiastic fans, who came out to show their devotion at the MOA. Here is Elizabeth – perhaps the most creative showing we’ve seen so far, who has transformed one of the doggie trenches I made for <a href="http://www.target.com"target="_blank">Target</a> into a little shoulder cape! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7821/isaacblog_2008_1022_18.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_18.jpg" /> And here is one of our biggest fans and supporters catching up with Korey: Jami! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7819/isaacblog_2008_1022_16.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_16.jpg" /> The book signing was a huge success and here is another terrifically dressed woman, so chic in her purple ensemble - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7820/isaacblog_2008_1022_17.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_17.jpg" /> I got to also appear on a segment for <a href="http://www.twincitieslive.com/"target="_blank">Twin Cities Live</a> which is the most wonderful talk show, and airs on <a href="http://www.kstp.com/"target="_blank">KSTP</a> which is the first network to air news 7 days a week and to be in full color! Here I am with hosts Rebekah and John: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7814/isaacblog_2008_1022_11.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_11.jpg" /> The show was too much fun, and Rebekah even made her very own <a href="/community"target="_blank">inspiration board</a> so we could try and figure out what inner style was trying to get out. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7816/isaacblog_2008_1022_13.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_13.jpg" /> The segment following mine involved decorating cupcakes, and I was sorry to not be involved – look at these! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7815/isaacblog_2008_1022_12.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_12.jpg" /> I also did a segment on the <a href="http://www.wccoradio.com/pages/3661.php"target="_blank">Mondale & Jones Show</a> with these two gals, and had the greatest time: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7811/isaacblog_2008_1022_8.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1022_8.jpg" /> It has continued to be an exciting journey filled with meeting lots of people, which I have enjoyed so much, and spreading my mantra on How to Have Style. I will keep you updated on my travels next week as I head down south to Texas and Georgia! xxx, Isaac

2008-10-23T16:28:31-04:00

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Korey and I spent the last two days in the mid-west, where we came across some of our most enthusiastic fans yet!

Book Tour Continues: Chicago and Minneapolis

2008-11-03T12:04:30-05:00

After LA, the gang and I headed up to San Francisco – home to many wonderful things, including the <a href="http://www.google.com"target="_blank">Google</a> and <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/"target="_blank">Williams-Sonoma</a> Headquarters! Before we left LA though, after a busy couple of days we got some time to relax by the pool at the magnificent <a href="http://www.peninsula.com/Peninsula_Hotels/en/default.aspx#/Beverly_Hills/en/Accommodation/"target="_blank">Penninsula Hotel</a> and hang out in a cabana soaking up some California sun by the pool. Here is Marisa, Erika, and Marisa’s sister Carla who lives in LA: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7700/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_2.jpg" /> It was so nice to finally kick back, and we even let ourselves cheat a little and ordered some ice cream sandwiches – which were such a brilliant choice: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7701/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_3.jpg" /> LA was so wonderful though, and as I said earlier, it was so great to meet so many fans who love this website – here I am with one of my new favorite people – Lisa Bunnie: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7702/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_4.jpg" /> Finally we had to leave though and headed up the coast to San Francisco, look at this spectacular view of this incredible ship in the bay, with Alcatraz Island in the background! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7696/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_17.jpg" /> One of the major highlights of the visit was getting a tour of the Google Headquarters, this is Tessa our tour guide: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7686/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_08.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_08.jpg" /> We were all more than a little envious of their offices, check out this room full of every snack, cookie, beverage that you can imagine- <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7693/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_15.jpg" /> But that’s not the only thing my studio is missing: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7683/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_05.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_05.jpg" /> It is definitely an inspiring place to work, and I was lucky enough to give a talk to some Google employees about inspiration and creativity: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7695/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_16.jpg" /> This is another item my workspace is missing: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7682/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_04.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_04.jpg" /> And employees at Google have no excuse for not having style, when they have their own laundry service at work! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7688/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_10.jpg" /> And just when none of us thought working at Google could get any better, Tessa took us to the cafeteria and this cheese platter looked divine <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7681/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_03.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_03.jpg" /> But then this view caught my eye, and I decided this might be the best place on earth: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7687/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_09.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_09.jpg" /> After <a href="/about/studio_blog/652/google-mania"target="_blank">Korey slid down the slide</a> in Google’s reception area, we still had some time for some more site-seeing. We ate lunch at the <a href="http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/"target="_blank">Old Ferry Market</a> <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7684/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_06.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_06.jpg" /> We also followed one of the famous San Francisco trolley cars, before ending up at the other most wonderful place in SF…. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7697/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_18.jpg" /> The <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/"target="_blank">Williams-Sonoma Headquarters!</a> Check out my <a href="/meet_isaac/isaacs_video_blog/454/isaacs_video_blog_san_francisco"target="_blank">Video Blog</a> for a glimpse! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7692/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_14.jpg" /> Finally that evening, I did another book signing in Danville, here are the usherettes who assisted me: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7690/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_12.jpg" /> It was great to get out to the West Coast, but as usual traveling was a nightmare – here I am getting inspected by security in the SF airport….there’s always something… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7685/ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_07.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1020_07.jpg" /> I’m off to Chicago today, and will blog again soon from the Windy City! Keep logging on, kids! xxx, Isaac

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Recap of my Trip to San Francisco

2008-10-23T14:01:35-04:00

My book tour continues, and I had a great turn-out last night at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena, CA. It was a pleasure, yet again, to meet with tons of people and discuss style questions, offer advice, and especially solve some style obstacles during this unfashionable recession! <a href="http://www.vromansbookstore.com/"target="_blank">Vroman’s Bookstore</a> was so beautiful, it’s an old-fashioned, charming, spectacular building – and it was an honor to get to speak there, you should try and drop by if you’re ever in the area. I got to meet a ton of members of our <a href="/community"target="_blank">Web Community</a> at the signing, it was so fun to speak with you all and finally get a chance to meet you! However, we are lucky we got out alive since our driver took a turn down a one-way street… Earlier in the day, I got to do a interview for <a href="http://www.myfoxla.com/myfox/pages/Home/Detail;jsessionid=F750793F95D1046F2BECAE16A41DF237?contentId=7649667&version=3&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=PSTY&pageId=1.1.1&sflg=1"target="_blank">Good Day LA</a> – here are Marisa and Erika in the green room: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7598/isaacblog_2008_1016_2.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1016_2.jpg" /> And here I am, with Barack Obama in the background! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7592/isaacbog_2008_1016.jpg" alt="isaacbog_2008_1016.jpg" /> I will keep you updated as I continue my tour around the country – hope to see you soon at a book signing! xxx, Isaac

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My book tour continues, and I had a great turn-out last night at <a href="http://www.vromansbookstore.com/"target="_blank">Vroman’s Bookstore</a> in Pasadena, CA.

Book Signing in Pasadena

2008-10-28T15:02:19-04:00

So last night I celebrated my birthday out in LA with some great friends, and some truly delicious food! It was so much fun to be in California for my birthday, after a busy couple of weeks with the book launch – what a way to celebrate. I was joined by my closest friends at <a href="http://www.nobumatsuhisa.com/" target="_blank">Matsuhisa</a> in Beverly Hills which was HEAVEN. Seriously though, the best birthday present of all time. Brooke Burke from <a href="http://abc.go.com/primetime/dancingwiththestars/index?pn=bios#t=star&d=129100" target="_blank">Dancing With The Stars</a>, David Charvet, and Don Johnson were all there. Let me just tell you – above is a picture of our dinner: seared tuna salad, lobster ceviche, and tempura rock shrimp – to DIE for. xxx, Isaac

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So last night I celebrated my birthday out in LA with some great friends, and some truly delicious food!

My Birthday Dinner

2008-10-29T18:17:19-04:00

After a quick stop in Connecticut on Friday, I headed out to LA with the gang and got to tape an episode of <a href="http://ellen.warnerbros.com/" target="_blank">Ellen!</a> Friday night was another great stop along the way, as I headed out to Stamford, CT to do another book signing and met a great group! Here I am fielding some of their style questions <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7475/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_2.jpg" /> I got to meet up with some fans after the Q&A session before taking the weekend off and heading to LA first thing on Monday morning! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7478/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_5.jpg" /> LA is so fabulous, and I am getting to enjoy the sun and Cobb salads, all though, as always, traveling there was a nightmare! I taped an episode of <a href="http://ellen.warnerbros.com/" target="_blank">Ellen</a> – check out the snack basket in the green room, the corn nuts and fruit snacks were my personal favorites: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7477/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_4.jpg" /> And Ellen had these personalized bottles of water – what a brilliant idea, I might need some for my studio - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7476/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_3.jpg" /> Here is a hallway in Ellen’s studio – it’s lined with pictures from moments on her show, another genius idea: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7480/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_7.jpg" /> Here is Marisa in the green room before the taping <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7481/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_8.jpg" /> And the best part of the entire taping, these boxer shorts that Ellen had in my gift bag, I LOVE them! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7479/ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1014_6.jpg" /> It’s been a little crazy since landing in CA, but I will keep blogging about all my book tour experiences, and please keep updated with my <a href="/style_lab/how_to_have_style/582/emhow_to_have_styleem_in_a_city_near_you" target="_blank">book tour dates</a> so we can meet! And of course check local listings for my <a href="http://ellen.warnerbros.com/" target="_blank">Ellen appearance</a> and this Friday, October 17th don’t miss me on <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/" target="_blank">The Martha Stewart Show</a>! xxx, Isaac

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After a quick stop in Connecticut on Friday, I headed out to LA with the gang and got to tape an episode of <a href="http://ellen.warnerbros.com/" target="_blank">Ellen!</a>

My Book Tour Continues!

2008-10-14T16:44:33-04:00

I spent another day out and about New York, visiting some of my favorite places and people while promoting How to Have Style! First off I went to tape a segment for the <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/affiliateinfo" target="_blank">Martha Stewart Show</a> which will air nationally on Friday, October 17th – be sure to check local listings for times. Here is Martha’s unmistakable building: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7275/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_16.jpg" /> As if that sign is not fabulous enough, inside we met the most charming and nice security personnel of all time: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7233/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_20.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_20.jpg" /> Martha’s headquarters are so immaculate, and it was so, so great to these photo’s lining the hallways: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7228/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_14.jpg" /> Those are Martha’s old modeling pictures! This is one of my favorites, incredibly beautiful – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7229/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_15.jpg" /> As we made our way through Martha’s building it just got better and better, quite possibly the best place on earth – check out the amazing selection of treats in the green room: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7234/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_21.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_21.jpg" /> A delicious selection of fruits and cheeses, with little crostinis! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7236/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_23.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_23.jpg" /> Here’s Marisa catching up on her reading <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7235/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_22.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_22.jpg" /> We did a quick little tour of the rest of the studio before taping, check out Martha’s wardrobe! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7284/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_25.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_25.jpg" /> This is the impeccable craft room, <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7224/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_10.jpg" /> These organizational skills are to die for! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7270/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_11.jpg" /> Here is the beyond gorgeous kitchen on set <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7287/isaacblog_2008_1008_28.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1008_28.jpg" /> And we even got to take a peek inside Martha Stewart’s fridge – some bottled water, milk, and some vinegar…not too exciting: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7289/isaacblog_2008_1008_30.jpg" alt="isaacblog_2008_1008_30.jpg" /> The atmosphere around Martha’s studio was certainly festive, check out this unreal jack-o-lantern: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7268/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_9.jpg" /> And another simple but festive fall display: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7328/ISAACBLOG_2008_MARTHA1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_MARTHA1.jpg" /> And this is another glimpse of the set – complete with beds and a skeleton: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7329/ISAACBLOG_2008_MARTHA.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_MARTHA.jpg" /> Here is our segment being taped – Martha looked so wonderfully chic in the skinniest little jeans and a beautiful Hermes blazer – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7286/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_27.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_27.jpg" /> It was such a dream to be a part of Martha’s show, I can’t wait for you all to see it on Friday the 17th of October, you must tune in! xxx, Isaac

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I spent another day out and about New York, visiting some of my favorite places and people while promoting How to Have Style!

Book Tour: Day 3!

2008-10-20T21:53:30-04:00

It has been such a roller coaster since the launch of my book, How to Have Style, yesterday but it has been so fun promoting it all over the city, check out where I’ve been the past two days! Tuesday afternoon I had my first book signing and Q & A session at the Barnes and Nobles on 46th Street. A great crowd showed up and I got to answer some of their burning style questions: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7195/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_1.jpg" /> Afterward, I got to sign some books which was a fantastic opportunity to meet each and every one personally. We had a great turn out and it was definitely a perfect first stop on the book tour. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7198/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_4.jpg" /> Here’s the banner that was strung over the escalator, very hard to miss! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7196/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_2.jpg" /> And this is the most stylish book display of all time - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7201/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_7.jpg" /> After a successful evening, we had another early morning to get up and film the <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27073668/"target="_blank">Today Show</a>, where I was lucky enough to be accompanied by Susan, Rebecca, Keri, and Susan – ladies from the book, and here are some of the clothes hanging backstage: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7200/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_6.jpg" /> And the already gorgeous girls getting some early morning touch-ups before the segment: <pre><code><img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7202/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_8.jpg" /> </code></pre> Here I am going over the segment with the producer, Lindsay. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7204/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_10.jpg" /> And this is Meredith Vieira, a very stylish woman herself, and me during this the segment, which you can <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27073668/" target="_blank">watch online</a> in case you missed it live. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7207/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_13.jpg" /> Anne Curry was also on set, and was particularly admiring a dress Rebecca was wearing, after she woke up from her jeans coma, which is available at <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=2334179071808564942&id=833123&parentid=APP_DRESS_GRAPHIC&pushId=APP_DRESS_GRAPHIC&popId=APPAREL&sortProperties=&navCount=4&navAction=jump&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=rdm" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a>: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7208/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_14.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_14.jpg" /> Another great one of Meredith with Susan, Keri, and Rebecca, all looking ravishing (and so early, too!): <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7209/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_15.jpg" /> And it was certainly a lucky day to be on set, as Anne Curry was interviewing Dennis Quaid for another segment: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7206/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_12.jpg" /> As we left the studio in Rockefeller Plaza, the water had been turned into a cranberry bog for an Ocean Spray promotion! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7210/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_16.jpg" /> My favorite picture is this one after the show though - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7203/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_9.jpg" /> After the Today Show, I headed over to do an interview with Joan Hamburg on her genius radio show – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7211/ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1009_17.jpg" /> So it’s been a busy couple of days, with a bunch more to come, but I am so thrilled with how the book launch is going, and I hope you are all enjoying making your own inspiration boards under the <a href="/community" target="_blank">Community</a> section of our site! xxx, Isaac

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It has been such a roller coaster since my book launch yesterday for How to Have Style, but it has been so fun promoting it all over the city, check out where I’ve been the past two days!

Book Tour: Day 2!

2008-12-23T11:13:50-05:00

This afternoon during the busy first day of my How to Have Style book launch, I spent the afternoon at <a href="http://www.sirius.com/marthastewartlivingradio" target="_blank">Martha Stewart Living Radio</a>! I got to field questions about my new book and explain what it’s all about to listeners out there in Sirius radio land. There was also a great little auction event, where I got to design my own Christmas tree decoration – such a brilliant auction idea – mine is a pair of high heels which reads “Have a Happy High Heel Holiday!” <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7149/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_3.jpg" /> I had the most wonderful time chatting with the host, Mario Bosquez – he is the best and wears a kilt all the time – so I figured I would sketch him one… <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7150/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_4.jpg" /> Here is the finished result: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7152/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_6.jpg" /> And here’s Chris, the technical director, in the control room at the radio show which airs on Sirius Channel 112 - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7148/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_2.jpg" /> I am on of Martha’s biggest fans, so it was really an honor to be on her show, I am a huge fan of the <a href="http://www.themarthablog.com/" target="_blank">The Martha Blog</a>, check out her genius personalized microphones: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7151/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_5.jpg" /> And here we are at the end of the day – stay tuned for more action from my upcoming <a href="/style_lab/how_to_have_style/582/emhow_to_have_styleem_in_a_city_near_you" target="_blank">book tour!</a> <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7153/ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_7.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1008_7.jpg" /> xxx, Isaac

2008-10-07T16:37:19-04:00

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Martha Stewart Living Radio!

2008-10-07T16:39:40-04:00

This morning I taped a fun segment with Regis and Kelly to give out some instant style tips from my book How to Have Style – check it out! This morning we all woke up and headed over to Regis and Kelly’s studio to tape an episode of Live! and give some makeovers to girls in the audience – here are the lucky ladies backstage: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7097/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_2.jpg" /> And this is Erika, our PR director, backstage – everyone was a trooper for waking up so early and getting into gear at 7 AM – <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7098/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_3.jpg" /> I helped these girls with the outfits they were actually wearing, and we used my “Instant Style Tips” from the Style Essentials section of the book to boost their current looks. Here’s another backstage shot: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7100/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_5.jpg" /> This is the whole group chatting between commercial breaks – it was an exciting episode to tape since Felicity Huffman, Russell Crowe, and Sarah Mclachlan were all guests as well! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7099/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_4.jpg" /> And check out the cover of the book YOU should own a copy of today – on the big screen! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7101/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_6.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_6.jpg" /> Another backstage look from the monitors and a preview of what you’ll be seeing on Live! this week! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7103/ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1007_8.jpg" /> The episode we taped today will air on Friday, October 10th nationally – check your local listings for times and channels! xxx, Isaac

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This morning I taped a fun segment with Regis and Kelly to give out some instant style tips from my book How to Have Style – check it out!

Backstage @ Live! With Regis and Kelly

2008-10-07T14:03:11-04:00

The other day I had the most wonderful experience at <a href="http://www.more.com/" target="_blank">More Magazine’s</a> Reinvention Convention! This is the fabulous November cover of <a href="http://www.more.com/" target="_blank">More Magazine’s</a> featuring Sharon Stone, Jane Fonda, and Tea Leoni – who is wearing one of my vintage dresses from Fall 1997. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7055/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_5.jpg" /> Those 3 cover girls look absolutely gorgeous, and the convention focused on many different things, but I spoke about dressing age appropriately – here I am with Lesley Jane Seymour, the Editor in Chief of <a href="http://www.more.com/" target="_blank">More Magazine’s</a> <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7060/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_10.jpg" /> But we talked about everything: from how to look sexy, to bad dye jobs, to favorite restaurants. This is another view from the audience, it was a huge crowd at Chelsea Piers. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7061/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_11.jpg" /> Another stunning <a href="http://www.more.com/" target="_blank">More Magazine’s</a> cover featuring the lovely Michelle Obama - <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7053/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_3.jpg" /> And here we are after all day of wonderful conversations: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7063/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_13.jpg" /> xxx, Isaac

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The other day I had the most wonderful experience at <a href="http://www.more.com/" target="_blank">More Magazine’s</a> Reinvention Convention!

More Magazine's "Reinvention Convention"

2008-10-07T14:57:20-04:00

In addition to my fabulous studio at 475, I have a smaller studio in my apartment that I sometimes like to work out of – here’s a tour! I do a little bit of everything here, so I like to have everything I need around – just in case. Here are the filing cabinets filled with fabric swatches that inspire me – my assistant Sam has organized them by color: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7074/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_24.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_24.jpg" /> Here’s an exercise bike that gets used much less than the dressforms nearby: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7073/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_23.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_23.jpg" /> This is one of my all-time favorite antiques, it is an antique foot-warmer that used to be filled with hot water and you would take with you in your carriage – I got it at <a href="http://www.peninehart.com/" target="_blank">Penine Hart Antiques</a>, located between Spring St. and Broome St. It’s one of my best finds yet: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7104/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_26.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_26.jpg" /> Here I am at my desk giving a radio phone interview: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7072/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_22.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_22.jpg" /> And here’s Harry who barked the entire time: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7052/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_2.jpg" /> This is a sunny part of my studio that I love and I can get some sketching done so I keep all my colored pencils and brushes nearby: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7067/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_17.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_17.jpg" /> And here is the view looking East onto 5th Avenue, I love to sketch by the windows: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7068/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_18.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_18.jpg" /> And this my typical morning laid out on my desk: iced coffee and the New York Times crossword puzzle. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7069/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_19.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_19.jpg" /> And this is an adorable picture book about two little girls living above a chic department store, written and illustrated by one of my friends who I swim with at the pool – you must run out and get a copy! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7070/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_20.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_20.jpg" /> I also love antique and vintage chairs, especially giving them new life by re-upholstering them, this is the latest one I just covered in this gorgeous metallic leather. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7076/ISAACBLOG_1006_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_1006_1.jpg" /> And this is an incredible work of art by <a href="http://klausgallery.com/artists/jenny-ping/" target="_blank">Jenny Ping</a> who is so fabulous and this character inspires me every day: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7065/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_15.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_15.jpg" /> Another great artist you must check out is <a href="http://crggallery.com/artists/lisa-sanditz/" target="_blank">Lisa Sanditz</a>, this is an incredible painting that is actually of a Target Store! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7066/ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_16.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_1006_16.jpg" /> Finally, here is a picture of the exquisite tree in my backyard at my other favorite place: my home in Bridgehampton. I truly do love fall, and this is a sure sign that it’s on it’s way! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/7077/ISAACBLOG_1006.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_1006.jpg" /> Hope you enjoyed that quick little tour, now you’ve seen where I work and all the things I love to surround myself with that inspire everything I do! xxx, Isaac

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2008-10-01T12:47:00-04:00

In addition to my fabulous studio at 475, I have a smaller studio in my apartment that I sometimes like to work out of – here’s a tour!

A Trip to My Private Studio

2008-12-11T17:02:51-05:00

Joe’s Pub is one of my favorite places, and they are celebrating their 10th Anniversary this year, so I was happy to take part in the celebration. And cabaret nights are one of my favorite things to do since I get to sing, tell stories, and even dance. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6577/ISAACBLOG_2008_0929_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0929_4.jpg" /> I spent a bunch of time in rehearsals last week to make sure everything was perfect for Sunday. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6527/ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_5.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_5.jpg" /> I love to perform, so rehearsals are never dull, and the show is always so much fun that it’s completely worth the preparation. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6533/ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_10.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_10.jpg" /> Here’s Korey, our head of production, who came along to rehearsals with me: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6525/ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0925_3.jpg" /> I got to perform 8 songs with the Ben Waltzer Quintet, who I just love, they are truly so talented. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6585/ISAACBLOG_2008_0929_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0929_13.jpg" /> My other favorite part of the show is re-gifting the most bizarre gifts I’ve ever been given. Some of the highlights definitely include the Paula Deen frozen ham and the Hannah Montana wig. Whoever got those were the luckiest audience members. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/6635/ISAACBLOG_0930_1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_0930_1.jpg" /> We had a sold out show this past Sunday, but if you didn’t get a chance to join me last week, be sure to get <a href="http://www.joespub.com/component/option,com_shows/task,view/Itemid,40/id,4129" target="_blank">tickets</a> for my final show on October 5th at 9:30! xxx, Isaac

2008-09-29T14:09:35-04:00

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2008-09-29T13:41:00-04:00

So last night I had my cabaret night at Joe’s Pub on Lafayette Street, in case you couldn’t make it, here’s a little summary:

Cabaret Night at Joe's Pub!

2008-09-30T14:44:00-04:00

So the the last few months have all been leading up to this: the runway show for my Spring 2009 collection! While it got pretty hectic around the studio between fittings, model castings, and planning the whole production, I am so pleased with how it all turned out, so it was definitely worth it. I decided to have my show at one of my favorite New York venues: Hammerstein Ballroom. It has such a great atmosphere and is the same venue I held my last major runway show in 1997. Also, the crews set it up to look amazing, check out the runway below: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5700/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_4.jpg" /> The whole show, “Swarm,” was inspired by bugs: the lighting, the clothes, the music – everything! The lighting crews came up with fabulous lighting that began with a sort of yellow tint, then really illuminated the clothes and looked great with all the neon colors. A huge thank you to Mike Brown who designed the set and Michael Chybowski who designed the lights. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5705/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_9.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_9.jpg" /> Before the show even started, I got a chance to do some interviews among all the chaos backstage. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5707/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_11.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_11.jpg" /> It’s always fun having all that chaos all aroundme just minutes before the show starts. The brilliant Tom Pecheux did the makeup and Eugene Souleiman did the hair. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5698/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_2.jpg" /> And I was thankful to have so many people helping orchestrate the whole production—here’s Erika, director of PR, on her headset making sure everything runs smoothly: <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5709/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_13.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_13.jpg" /> Here are some backstage shots of the hair and makeup being done (which looked phenomenal) <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5708/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_12.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_12.jpg" /> <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5704/ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_8.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0909_8.jpg" /> All in all, it was so much fun to see the clothes on the runway after all the hard work we’ve been doing on them. I hope everyone loves this collection as much as I do! xxx, Isaac

2008-09-09T14:02:09-04:00

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So the the last few months have all been leading up to this: the runway show for my Spring 2009 collection!

Fashion Week!

2008-09-09T16:56:13-04:00

Like most weekends, I spent this past weekend at my cute little house in Bridgehampton. The weekends are very lazy…biking, watching TV, reading, playing with the dogs, cooking. The next few months are going to be so busy with my collections and the book coming out that I am trying to relax as much as I can. I made this delicious lemon curd cake this weekend. OH MY GOD was it good. The recipes was from the <a href="http://www.cooksillustrated.com/" target="_blank">Cooks Illustrated</a> show on PBS called “America’s Test Kitchen.” Do you watch that show? I love it…it’s so genius. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5444/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake2.jpg" /> More shots of the cake. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5445/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake3.jpg" /> And even more cake…I made the lemon curd myself…WHAT A PAIN….but so delicious. That gorgeous floral platter is from <a href="http://www.johnderian.com/" target="_blank">John Derian.</a> I love his stores. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5446/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake4.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_cake4.jpg" /> This is MY fridge at the beach…I though maybe you would like to see what I keep in there….nothing too exciting. It’s not rows and rows of Cristal like the rappers on “Cribs.” <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5449/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_fridge1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_fridge1.jpg" /> Let’s see…some half & half, vitamins, juice, eggs (that look a little messy), lots of leftovers, some wine, condiments….gosh, I’m bored. Are you? <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5450/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_fridge2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_fridge2.jpg" /> And here is Dean with a bone on his head…I don’t know why I think that is so darn funny. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5448/ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_dean2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0826_dean2.jpg" /> xxx Isaac

2008-08-27T17:29:55-04:00

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Like most weekends, I spent this past weekend at my cute little house in Bridgehampton.

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2008-08-28T10:34:55-04:00

I had a really lovely lunch yesterday at Esca. I just love it there…such delicious food…and it’s close to the studio. I am there very often. This is Dave Pasternack, the chef. He is both a talented chef and a great fisherman…and often prepares dishes with fish he caught himself. And he’s pretty cute, too. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5314/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_DAVE.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_DAVE.jpg" /> They aways offer wonderful grilled vegetables…sorry, it’s a new camera, so I am just getting used to focusing the pictures. I’m trying. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5319/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_VEGGIES.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_VEGGIES.jpg" /> I had lunch with my dear friend Mary Lou Luther. She’s just wonderful…and don’t you love her glasses! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5320/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821.jpg" /> We had a terrific lunch, and afterwards outside I ran into my old friend Marge Champion…she is a legendary dancer and a true force of the world. I love her. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5318/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_MARGE.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_MARGE.jpg" /> After lunch I headed back tot he studio to do some work…this is Kristen Naiman…she’s a wonderful stylist we work with. She used to style Hanson…isn’t that a hoot. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5317/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_KN.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_KN.jpg" /> Back at home, Harry was out my tiny little terrace barking at Pomme…the dog that lives upstairs. I love the terrace in the summer, it’s perfect for growing herbs like basil and rosemary. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5316/ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_HARRYBARK.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0821_HARRYBARK.jpg" /> Here’s Harry now just checking out everything else on the terrace. I love that small bush behind him…it attracts tons of butterfly. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5326/ISAACBLOGA_2008_0821_HARRYLOOKING.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOGA_2008_0821_HARRYLOOKING.jpg" /> xxx Isaac

2008-08-21T14:49:56-04:00

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I had a really lovely lunch yesterday at Esca. I just love it there…such delicious food…and it’s close to the studio. I am there very often.

Lunch and Ladies...and Harry

2008-08-21T14:55:30-04:00

I’ve been on vacation for the last week…so wonderful. I got a lot of work done for the upcoming collection, (my show is on September 8th, stay tuned for that.) got lots of sleep, and cooked some amazing things in the kitchen….and of course watched my beloved Yankees slip further and further downward. I decided to make an apricot tart for a dinner party I was having. Isn’t this a beautiful images of the fresh apricots pre-tart. I love riding my bike to the farmer’s market when I am out in Bridgehampton. The finished tart. Just gorgeous. It’s so delicious I warn my guests to change they way they think about delicious before they eat. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5227/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_TART1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_TART1.jpg" /> DELICIOUS! A lot of my dessert recipes are from Lindsey Shere’s book “Chez Panisse Desserts.” It is wonderful book with perfectly written recipes. You should get that book if you don’t have it already. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5228/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_TART2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_TART2.jpg" /> This is the table all set for dinner. I like to mix and match chairs at the table. I’ve been collecting chairs for a very long time. I always like to keep things casual at the table. It’s just more fun. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5226/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_table.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_table.jpg" /> Here is a close-up of the centerpieces. The hydrangeas are from my yard. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5221/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_flowers.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_flowers.jpg" /> Arnold and I invited some of friends of Harry and Dean over for a play date. This is Pete, Harry, and Dean. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5220/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dogs.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dogs.jpg" /> This is their friend Vicky. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5219/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dog2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dog2.jpg" /> Arnold decided to play dress-up with Dean. This is what I call “Dean as Supermodel.” <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5217/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dean1.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dean1.jpg" /> Dean striking his best supermodel pose. Those are the Yankees in the background…losing! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5218/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dean3.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_dean3.jpg" /> On Sunday I was the emcee and co-host for a wonderful brunch held to benefit the Obama Victory Fund. It was fantastic…and great folks like Jon Bon Jovi, Christy Turlington, and Ed Burns showed up to support Mr. Obama. At the end of the day I made everyone sing the “Star Spangled Banner”...it was a little corny…but a really cool moment! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5230/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_tent.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_tent.jpg" /> This is the brilliantly talented Itzhak Perlman. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5223/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_obama2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_obama2.jpg" /> And this is Itzhak’s Obama button. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5222/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_obama.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_obama.jpg" /> This is Caroline Kennedy addressing the crowd in a very cute dress. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5238/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_CAROLINE2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_CAROLINE2.jpg" /> Also in attendance were NY Gov. David Patterson and Jason Furman from the Obama campaign. <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5224/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_people.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_people.jpg" /> Here is the quartet from The Perlman Music Program’s Summer Music School. The program offers music students, ages 12-18, the opportunity to develop their talents and provide a positive learning environment for exceptionally promising young violin, viola, cello, and bass students. How wonderful. I felt badly, because I could not remember the young man on the left’s name. I’m aging! <img src="http://images.isaacmizrahiny.com/assets/files/0001/5231/ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_violin2.jpg" alt="ISAACBLOG_2008_0819_violin2.jpg" /> xxx Isaac

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I’ve been on vacation for the last week…so wonderful. I got a lot of work done for the upcoming collection, (my show is on September 8th, stay tuned for that.)

My Bridgehampton Weekend

2008-08-20T11:11:17-04:00

I was depressed. It was Monday yesterday and I had a long week ahead staring me down, with a lot of “fun” appointments in my agenda like a dental cleaning and one with my accountant to do my taxes. Not to mention the fact that opening day at Yankee’s Stadium was rained out. Looking at my schedule I had nothing in the plans this week to make me too excited. Also, a terrible situation that has befallen the residents of the building I live in, was confirmed. A tower is being built around the corner that is going to obstruct the view of all the apartments facing north. Though it doesn’t affect me directly, it affects many of my friends and neighbors. I was in the hall in the middle of a serious chat with my neighbor when the buzzer rang. The doorman announced that waiting for me was an arrangement of flowers, which I forgot I had ordered. About six months ago I placed a standing order for flower arrangements every other Monday from my favorite florist Miho. These flowers she does are the most gorgeous things. I have talked about them at every possible opportunity. I have sent them to everyone I know. I’ve been getting them for years and years and still they’re the most gorgeous things on earth. It’s an arrangement of roses that Miho does that are ombred from white to pink that go through every stage of mauve and lilac known to the eye of man. They smell amazing. As the flowers wilt and die they turn into inspiring shades of taupe. Even when they’re gone the vase that’s left behind is a plain cylinder, which I use for water when I paint sketches. It’s a perfect situation. More than once these arrangements have saved me. A few weeks ago my boyfriend had bunion surgery and as I was about to leave to pick him up and take him home, I realized I was empty handed. The buzzer rang again and there were the gorgeous flowers. And once I had invited people over for a knitting seminar and realized I hadn’t gotten enough snacks. As I was setting the table with the puny platters of sandwiches, the buzzer rang and there were the flowers to fill in the empty space left by the bowl of dip or the board of cheese that I had neglected to plan for. (People were still starving but at least the table didn’t look empty.) I conclude with advice. Get some flowers in your life. And if you’re like me and you’re forgetful, arrange with a florist for a delivery every other Monday. At least you know you’ll have two happy Mondays a month.

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Happy Mondays

2009-07-15T19:31:11-04:00

Somehow the thrill is gone. Was it a writer’s strike we just lived through or was there secretly a stylist’s strike I didn’t know about? It hit me watching Cameron Diaz talk to Ryan Seacrest. He asked her who made the dress and she said “Dior.” He asked who made the jewelry and she didn’t know so she leant in to her publicist and exchanged a whisper and informed Ryan it was Bulgari. At that moment I wondered what the word stylish had come to mean. I guess for some it requires nothing more than showing up for an appointment with your stylist who tries on a few dresses and some nice accessories and gives your publicist a full list of credits in case anyone asks. Cameron looked good if not a little beige. Or ecru. Or what would you call that non-colour? I’ve been watching Cameron Diaz for years cause she’s one of my favorites and she usually looks best when she styles herself and she actually knows what she’s wearing. I will avoid writing about the dresses I didn’t like (as in Ellen Page who looked lost in her dress and Jennifer Hudson who got it wrong again) because I’m not even necessarily sure it’s that cool to look fabulous at the Oscars anymore. Maybe that’s what I’ll keep telling myself till someone actually does look fabulous. Though Anne Hathaway looked ravishing. Something about the way that girl carries clothes and makeup is magical. Hilary Swank, gorgeous as she looked all clothed and coifed and made-up somehow looked standard and a little uptight while Anne Hathaway managed to look younger than springtime even though she was got-up too. Amy Adams looked gorgeous. At one point Kimora Lee Simmons and Guiliana DePandi were criticizing her for being too simple and I wondered when and how they became style mavens who know enough to criticize others. Girls look within before you cast stones. Amy Adams was working a Veronica Lake hairdo, which was my favorite thing of the night. The other person who I thought looked gorgeous beyond belief was Jessica Alba whose skin and features were benefiting from her pregnancy. I don’t know what she looked like in person but on camera she was glowing glowing in that dark deep perfect purple gown. Also on the good hair list is Penelope Cruz. I missed the dress. I thought it wasn’t significant enough to hold up to her great, great beauty. Another serious disagreement between Kimora, Guiliana and I was Marion Cotillard’s Gaultier dress. They loved. I didn’t love so much. Alors. Can we talk about men? Johnny Depp carried the night. Javier Bardem failed the test. He is the most gorgeous creature alive and yet he was wearing a very old suit with a really high gorge. Somehow it was looking like Romeo Gigli from the early nineties. In general it was a bad night for satin lapels. They all looked rented. Especially on Colin Farrell who otherwise looked amazing with his long hair and stubble. (And his mom is a handsome, handsome woman and it was sweet to see them together.) Helen Mirren looked more heavenly by just throwing some old dress on than girls half her age. So did Tilda Swinton, swaggering in in an oversized crushed velvet chemise. On the whole though I should remark that it’s best not to expect a lot from the folks who walk the red carpet cause then when someone (Diane Lane) arrives knocking everyone out, the thrill comes back again.

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Somehow the thrill is gone. Was it a writer’s strike we just lived through or was there secretly a stylist’s strike I didn’t know about?

Oh, the Oscars

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It’s Oscar time…how exciting! I love all of the nominees, what a great group of ladies. And I am sure that all will look gorgeous and wonderful on Sunday night on the red carpet. I thought it would be fun to offer up some help to the ladies about what to wear, so here are some suggestions. And if any of you ladies still need my help…call me! xoxo Isaac <h4>Ellen Page</h4> I think she is so great and so cute. I would love to see her in something short. She should be true to her age and look chic and fresh. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0636/oscarnews_2008_0219_ellen.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_ellen.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/9043/collection_imny_w_2008_spr_02-017_medium.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/8751/collection_imny_w_2007_spr_2929_reg_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/14/womens___spring_2008">Spring 2008</a> Rock Candy Mini</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/13/womens___spring_2007">Spring 2007</a> Candy Box (Green)</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Cate Blanchett</h4> She always looks spectacular…I think she has a style and grace to carry these looks. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0635/oscarnews_2008_0219_cate.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_cate.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/8920/collection_imny_w_2008_spr_01-040_medium.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/3860/collection_imny_w_2006_fall_07choirboy_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/14/womens___spring_2008">Spring 2008</a> Featherflower Sheathe</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/55/womens___fall_2006">Fall 2006</a> Choirboy</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Julie Christie</h4> What a stylish, elegant woman. Whatever she wears will make her look wonderful and regal. What a legend. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0637/oscarnews_2008_0219_julie.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_julie.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0001/0075/collection_imny_w_2008_fall_318_medium.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/9835/collection_imny_w_2008_fall_108_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/71/womens___fall_2008">Fall 2008</a> Redloon</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/71/womens___fall_2008">Fall 2008</a> Grey Jersey gown</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Laura Linney</h4> Laura is wonderful and one hell of an actress. She always looked pulled together and professional on the red carpet. She would shine in these gowns. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0638/oscarnews_2008_0219_laura.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_laura.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0643/spring_2006_w_yeller.jpg" alt="spring_2006_w_yeller.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/2982/collection_imny_w_2007_fall_057_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/54/womens___spring_2006">Spring 2006</a> Yeller</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/12/womens___fall_2007">Fall 2007</a> white feather gown</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Marion Cotillard</h4> What a rare beauty she is. I think she should step out and make a splash at her first Academy Awards. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><<img src="/assets/files/0001/0639/oscarnews_2008_0219_marion.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_marion.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0001/0025/collection_imny_w_2008_fall_283_medium.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/8993/collection_imny_w_2008_spr_014-020_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/71/womens___fall_2008">Fall 2008</a> Belted satin ballgown</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/14/womens___spring_2008">Spring 2008</a> Cookieflower dress</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Tilda Swinton</h4> She is very strong and very striking. She would look sublime in either of these dresses. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0642/oscarnews_2008_0219_tilda.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_tilda.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/8861/collection_imny_w_2007_spr_3644_reg_medium.jpg" /> </td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0001/0095/collection_imny_w_2008_fall_330_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/13/womens___spring_2007">Spring 2007</a> 4 Star</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/71/womens___fall_2008">Fall 2008</a> Owl grey tweed strapless</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Saoirse Ronan</h4> She has to find the perfect little dress…not something she would wear as the flower girl in her cousin’s wedding…but some appropriate and nice. <table style="width:100%; border:none; border-collapse:collapse; padding: 0px 10px 10px 0px;"> <tr> <td><img src="/assets/files/0001/0641/oscarnews_2008_0219_saoirse.jpg" alt="oscarnews_2008_0219_saoirse.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0001/0065/collection_imny_w_2008_fall_310_medium.jpg" /></td> <td><img src="/assets/images/0000/3810/collection_imny_w_2006_fall_02mini_mousereg_medium.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td></td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/71/womens___fall_2008">Fall 2008</a> Sapsucker (red)</td> <td><a href="http://www.isaacmizrahiny.com/collections/22/isaac_mizrahi_new_york_-_women/55/womens___fall_2006">Fall 2006</a> Minnie Mouse</td> </tr> </table> <h4>Ruby Dee</h4> What a dream tot dress Ruby Dee. 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Isaac's Oscar Fashion Predictions

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We are just a couple of days from the biggest night in Hollywood. How exciting? I know it’s like the biggest night in terms of fashion and all eyes wil be focused on the red carpet. It’s always fun to see these lovely women done up in all their finery. Here are some thoughts on what I think we may see on the red carpet this year. I love Cate Blanchett, to me she is like a fashion goddess. She always seems to get it right. I don’t know if she works with a stylist or not, but who ever is helping her is a genius. I am sure she will wear some beautifully made, gorgeous, perfect gown. And she always gets the make-up right. HOORAY FOR CATE! You know who else I am excited to see…that cute girl from “Juno”...Ellen Page. I’ve been saying this for a while, but I hope she wears something short to the Oscars. I would love to see her in a short dress. I think that would be so fresh and young and different. Or she should just shake up the whole thing and wear those cargo pants she wore in that movie. Now that would be genius…cargo pants and the biggest Fred Leighton jewels she can find!!! And I love, love, love the fabulous Julie Christie. She wore sort of a tailored suit to the SAG Awards and it was PERFECTION! She knows exactly what fits her body and what looks sort of elegant and perfect. She’s been around long enough to know what works and she’ll look great on Sunday. Now…the men. Let’s see…it’s a good group this year. Some of the most wonderful guys on the planet are nominated…George Clooney, Javier Bardem, Johnny Depp, Daniel Day Lewis. Oh please…you can put a paper bag on these guys and they would look great. Right? That Javier is so darn sexy, I am sure he will look dashing and wonderful on Sunday and George always looks put together and fit. He does not really take all this red carpet stuff seriously and that helps…because the minute you over-think all of this, you’ll regret what you are wearing and not look your best. It’s going to be a great night…check back and we’ll talk on Monday about this whole thing. xoxo Isaac

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Thoughts on the Red Carpet

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I love this new site <a href="http://www.momlogic.com/" target="_blank">momlogic.com</a>. . . it’s full of great ideas for all you moms out there. Today they’ve posted a clip of my interview with my dear friend Veronica Webb. Be sure to check it out.

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Thursday gave creed to that saying “no rest for the weary.” After finishing the collection show Wednesday we had to start work on the show we had committed to tape for “Good Morning America” the following morning. It was such an insane few days. I found out that Amanda, a young lady who works in my office, had to stay overnight in my studio to oversee the lighting, which took place starting at midnight. Amanda’s day ended at nine thirty Thursday after the GMA taping concluded. It was a wonderful morning though. Nothing could have prepared me for the emotional payoff of Robin Roberts’ heroic act on the runway. We had planned for her to be the last to walk in the collection in my favorite red sequin dress and capelette and she had mentioned in passing that she was thinking of walking without her wig, which I didn’t suspect she’d actually have the gall to do. But she did it. I thought it was one of the bravest things I’ve ever seen. I thought for her to confront her worst nightmare, for her to confront the thing most women are terrified of, to do with their cancer, for her to make a showing of her beautiful baldness was larger than life. Approaching her illness with courage and humor Robin was setting a precedent for women suffering from cancer. In the end, not only was it visually striking, it was a great message to the world about bravery.

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My show Wednesday was so much fun. The whole process was a joy from selecting the first fabric to watching the collection on tape afterwards. As I was sending the girls out Wednesday afternoon I remarked to myself how beautifully executed the clothes were, how far they’d come in just one year’s time and I have no doubt that it’s because I finally have the right people I’m working with. Elizabeth and Brian, the two designers who work with me now are wonderful. And Michelle, the head patternmaker, the woman who runs the sampleroom is superb. Not to mention the ladies who sew the clothes, who I think are making great strides. There’s also a new stylist in my life named Kristin, who is the best. Between her and Julio I felt great confidence and felt supported throughout. We all had a lot of fun. I consider myself very lucky and can only imagine how great the next collection is going to be. The crazy thing is that no matter how exhausted one is from a fashion show, no matter how much post-pardum depression one feels the few days afterwards, one is always motivated immediately by the idea of the next. If you reminded any woman about the horrors of childbirth I don’t think you’d get a lot of them having second or third babies. Somehow the gods see to it that second-time mothers and fashion designers have terrible memories and we go forth into the unknown.

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The whole process was a joy

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I’ve been so busy around the studio the past few weeks, and all it’s all coming to a head in the next couple of days. Yesterday and today I’m finishing up my fittings for the fall collection which will be shown tomorrow. This morning I’m having the hair and makeup meeting, one of my favorite things to do. That’s when one of the models from the upcoming collection comes in and I, together with the hair stylist, the makeup artist and my fashion stylists work on creating a beauty look to go with the clothes for the show. It’s fun ‘cause you decide how to make pretty girls even prettier with a lot of expert advice. I have to finish up writing the program, like the play-list for the collection. My big inspiration for the program is this book called “An Exaltation of Larks” by James Lipton. For a minute I was considering calling the collection A Slouching of Fall but decided to call it simply Isaac Mizrahi Fall 2008. Today, I also have some people from Saks Fifth Avenue coming in to see the new men’s collection, which opened in the showroom two weeks ago and which is gorgeous beyond expectations. There have been many appointments in the showroom and today is among the last. At any rate, right after the Saks appointment the showroom gets cleared and the runway gets set up for the collection show tomorrow. Then a whole whirlwind of lights and chairs and seating cards and sound equipment gets moved in. . . it’s a lot of work to get the show up and running. But, it’s one of the most fun times of year chez Mizrahi. After all that. . . which exhausts me to think about. . . really early on Thursday morning we have a live showing of the collection on “Good Morning America.” Co-host Robin Roberts is going to walk the runway in a gorgeous red sequin dress at the end. Tune in because it’s the first time anything like this has been done, where a designer is recreating his collection the day after in a live presentation. I’m so excited and honored to be the one to pioneer this event. Yes, it’s a little added stress but it’s also another opportunity for me to stage a fashion show and boy I love those fashion shows. And it just keeps coming. . . after the “GMA” taping I’m hosting a tiny tea for a few of my great couture customers to show the collection to them. Since the runway show is smaller in scale, this is a more intimate way for my girls to see the show. Plus it’ll be a stress-less, fun experience for all involved and I’ll get to have tea with my girls. . . who I adore. (Oh. . . and I have an interview with Gayle King on her radio show sometime in the middle of all this on Thursday. Tune in!) This has been a big month for me. Besides preparing for the collection tomorrow and the “GMA” collection Thursday, and showing the men’s collection these past few weeks, I’ve been working hard at launching my fabulous new website. We’ve been taping segments and editing pictures and writing captions and blogs for months and months and finally it launched last Friday and was a resounding success. Not to mention that tonight I’m hosting a book party at Bergdorf Goodman along with Gloria Vanderbilt and Patrick McCarthy for a book about a great, great figure in the fashion world, Kenneth Paul Block. Kenneth worked as a fashion illustrator for the better part of the 20th century. His work appeared constantly in WWD for years not to mention thousands of other publications. His work was a major source of inspiration to me in my formative years and I might even say it’s because of his work that I was so drawn to fashion in the first place. I must say hosting a cocktail party the night before one’s collection sounds daunting but really it’s a pleasure. I can’t describe to you the agony of waiting around the night before for the darling samplehands to finish all the sewing. At least with a big party to host I can take my mind off the last minute crunch for the show tomorrow. It’s a nice change of scenery for a few hours and then onto tomorrow. Tomorrow is a big day!

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Darlings. Welcome to my new website. It’s a really, really fun and glamourous place you can retreat to when the world gets a little too real. It’s like a Calgon Bath meets an International Coffee wrapped in a 1930’s escapist screwball comedy. It’s an exclusive club that lets everybody in at any time of the day or night. It’s a reward for people out there who need some serious relaxation and fun. It’s a legal, healthy form of adult entertainment, and let me tell you there aren’t many websites out there that can make all these claims. There’s so much to do on this website. You should just consider quitting your job now, because you’ll be fired for spending too much time here anyway. Check out my history (the TIMELINE has stuff about my career and life that even I didn’t know) and take a look at my DESIGN ARCHIVES and NEW COLLECTIONS. I’ve been having so much fun writing my BLOG (PS: about 3 days ago, I had no idea what a blog was) so make sure you read those…and we are going to have guest bloggers. I mean come on, what is better than that? And make sure you send me your QUESTIONS, I am dying to hear from all of you. When you get through with all that fun stuff (which you never will cause it changes CONSTANTLY) then you’re ready to check out WATCHISAAC and I think your life will change. I know my life will change. It’s an incredibly new thing. You can watch me in my daily life as easily as you can watch me cook with an amazing celebrity chef or conduct a FASHION ROUND TABLE. It’s like reality TV meets Rachel Ray. You can even call me “Rach.” But whatever you do LOG ON KIDS! ! !

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My new website is here!

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This morning I woke up thinking that people look good. Yesterday I had the Spring preview of my Target collection and the editors from all the magazines came by to see the collection and they all looked great. The thing I love about these editor events is I get to see what other people are doing and it’s usually eye opening. There was even a moment of jealousy. A young editor was wearing a pair of flats that caught my eye, a pair of black suede lowcut flats with a strange ankle-mary-jane-strap closure and huge, (what looked like) mother-of-pearl ornament. I stared and stared until she said; “Sigerson Morrison.” I was jealous for about three minutes that I hadn’t designed those shoes myself. So my theory is that people look great. Not just fashion editors. I walk the street and notice people looking wonderful. I like the way slightly overweight people look right now. I think that too-skinny thing is over. All the women I see who fill out their clothes look sexier than the ones who look like they need a meal. Men too. The cutest guys do not have six-packs. It could be that one doesn’t notice the too-skinny ones when they’re wearing layers of sweaters and jackets, maybe everyone looks slightly bulkier. Maybe people just look better in Autumn months when there’s less skin and fewer flip-flop disasters walking the streets. Whatever the reason, people look good. Which brings me to my point about this book I’m working frantically on called “How To Have Style.” I know I can help people look better but the only way to do that is to prove to them that they look fine already. Take the pressure off so people can have fun with the subject. One thing: the book is not a makeover book. Even though there are a number of women I’m making over in order to demonstrate these ideas about how to look better. But please don’t misunderstand. Just cause I’m reaching out with this book about how to look better, doesn’t mean you don’t already look wonderful. I just think everything, no matter how great, can be improved upon. (Also I’m trying to be as bitchy as possible in the process, cause it seems like bitchy style-gurus sell books.)

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So my theory is that people look great. Not just fashion editors. I walk the street and notice people looking wonderful.

How to Have Style

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Twenty years ago if I wanted to lose fifteen pounds I’d simply skip dinner for a few nights. It’s not so easy when one is in one’s mid-forties. July 28th 2007 I declared my war on fat, armed with a combination of Weight Watchers and Atkins, which means no bread, potatoes, rice, pasta, fruit, booze, NOTHING. I fought valiantly, and I was letter perfect on this regime for three month and one week. Last weekend on my birthday I allowed myself my first day of eating since the diet. It started slowly at Pastise, Arnold and I ordered a tiny sticky bun with pecans and I had literally one bite, which was delicious and terrifying. With my eggs I had three quarters of a piece of toast and one mouthful of hash browns, also delicious and a little less terrifying. By lunch I was onto a hamburger with a bun and actual ketchup. I ate half the bun and half the fries and I was starting to loosen up, starting to feel okay about the moderate intake of carbs. Dinner was almost entirely carb free except I think there were delicious little bits of potato in the vegetable side dish, which I ate with abandon. Then came dessert. Which I was planning for three months. Chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. The waiters came out with this huge cake, the singing of Happy Birthday went smoothly as did the blowing out of the single candle. (That’s what happens when you reach your mid-forties, people start conserving birthday candles.) The cake and ice cream that was served was meagre. Little tiny slices and half-scoops of ice cream. I wasn’t the only one who noticed. Two or three of my dinner guests commented. We asked for seconds, which were served, also in terribly meagre portions. Finally we got the waiter to bring the cake out and we all just dug in with our forks. By that point I was feeling the effects of the sugar and nothing could be wrong. I was flying with happiness and I wondered what had taken me away from this beloved vice for so long. Next morning I woke with a hangover. I felt terrible. Like I had betrayed the pact I made, like overnight I was going to gain back the seventeen pounds I had worked so hard to take off over the past three months. Since then carbs have not crossed my lips and I’ve had an appointment with my beloved nutritionist Jairo Rodriguez who is slowly talking me off the no-carbs ledge. This is the way dieting happens in middle age. At this age dieting is an act of desperation, an act that staves off the inevitable. Why can’t I accept growing old or growing large. Isn’t growing supposed to be good? Or is that association finished by the time you go through puberty. That I’m still so obsessed with my weight makes me feel like a fat adolescent all over again.

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Twenty years ago if I wanted to lose fifteen pounds I’d simply skip dinner for a few nights. It’s not so easy when one is in one’s mid-forties.

My War on Fat

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I’m no good at the new technology. When you consider how much time the actual world takes to navigate, the virtual one is going to have to wait. Though every now and then when I have a minute I play the Internet like a game and end up in dangerous places that I would never consider going to in the flesh, places that are intensely interesting for about ten minutes and then, pouff! I log off and go to dinner. Once I went on MySpace all by myself, and I found the “Isaac Mizrahi” page which I thought was fabulous. I called my assistant and he told me it was someone posting this page illegally as me, which didn’t piss me off, as a matter of fact there was something strangely flattering about it. Not having been edited by me, this fake “Isaac Mizrahi” spot I speak of had lots of things that bordered on terrible, which I found fascinating. Anyway, months and months later, here I am, this is the actual Isaac Mizrahi MySpace page, no air quotes. There are already people who are questioning whether or not this is really really my page or if it’s just another fake. I have no way of authenticating this page except to say THIS IS REALLY ME. If you know anything about me, you know this is me. Okay. I have that mole. You know where. If it weren’t really me how would I know about the mole? So now that you know it’s really me, I apologize if you don’t think this page is better than the counterfeit one. This is my first ‘bloglette.’ I’m loathe to call it a full on blog ‘cause I’m not sure I have the continuing interest to keep this up all the time but so far it’s fun trying. Let me hear from you! XXX i

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My Bloglette (for MySpace)

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