Nick Appearance Minute: Nick Verreos Hosts Macy's Fashion Challenge at Miami International Mall in Miami THIS Saturday!

Miami Fabulosas!!!

Nick Stylista: Nick Verreos to host Macy's "Find Your Magic: Fashion Challenge" Event at Miami International Mall

I'm so excited to announce that I will be flying to one of my MOST FAVORITE CITIES in the U.S.A., Miami, to host one of my fun-and-fabulous Macy's events. For several years now, I've been happy--and very humbled--to be asked by Macy's to host these great in-store Fashion events. Almost two years ago, I had such a BLAST hosting a Macy's Fashion's Night Out event in Miami. So yes Miami....I am BAAACK!!!!

This coming Saturday--March 31st--I am hosting a fun "Find Your Magic: Fashion Challenge" event at Miami's International Mall located in Miami (naturalmente) and only 7 miles from the Miami International Airport.

I will pick select customers from the audience for a Fashion Face-Off!! Those audience members will then be styling models for different scenarios (like "What to Wear for a Job Interview" or "What to Wear for a Girls-Night-Out"). Then, the audience will help in choosing the winning Stylista. The lucky winner will win a $100 Macy's Gift Card!!!

During the event, I will also share my fashion "Nick Do’s and Dont's" and tips for Spring 2012 fashion. And Si kids, I will be doing it en español for my Latino audience (well, I might sprinkle some English here and there of course!!). There will also be makeup artists from Estee Lauder on hand giving free consultations.

So...if you live in the Miami area...you better come out and see me, get some "Nick Style Tips", have a chance to win some Macy's Gift Cards, and yes, I am bringing my Camera, so...you will also have chance to end up on my "Nick Blog Recap" here next week!!!

WHAT: Nick Verreos Hosts Macy's "Find Your Magic: Fashion Challenge"

WHERE: Macy's , Miami International Mall West Dade,
1455 NW 107th Avenue Miami, FL 33172

WHEN: Saturday March 31, 2012 , 3 p.m.

RSVP:You can RSVP HERE or just come!! For More Information, call 305-594-6300

Nick Appearance Minute: Nick Verreos, National Wear Red Day Go Red For Women Dash Macy's Herald Square--Recap Part Two!!

Go Red Day!!!!--Recap Part Two:

Nick Verreos Macy's Herald Square NYC, National Wear Red Day Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash

And now, here is my "Part Two", and final recap of my time in NYC last week working for Macy's and the American Heart Association to help raise awareness of heart disease and February 3rd's National Wear Red Day--and of course, helping women "embrace" RED and how to dress RED for the day--and the entire MONTH (as you know, February is American Heart Month!).

Step and Go Red Repeat: Nick Verreos, Macy's Herald Square NYC Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash

In my last post, I recapped my time arriving in NYC, doing a full Satellite Media Tour across the US with 30+ TV and Radio stations, as well as a brief "run-in" with my Project Runway Season 2 companion, fashion designer Daniel Vosovic. But now, it's time for the BIG DAY:

Red Required: Nick Verreos, flanked by Athena and Rafael, Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash Macy's Herald Square Volunteers/Greeters

I arrived in my RED jacket ensemble (with black skinny jeans, black skinny tie, white shirt and red-white-and-black polka dot pocket hankie) at Macy's Herald Square and I was so happy to be greeted by the two cutest National Wear Red Day Macy's Volunteers: Athena and Rafael. Both were students from F.I.T. and both were braving the very cold weather with their fabulous signs, welcoming Macy's shoppers to come and attend the Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash event which I would be part of.

After a brief stop to pose by the signs and posters welcoming everyone to the event--along with my partner David Paul (above, left)--who of course, came with me for support--wearing his stylish red cardigan.

Taking the Stage: Nick Verreos with Mrs International 2011 Janet Bolin (left), Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash Macy's Herald Square NYC

Our MC was the statuesque and very beautiful "Mrs. International 2011" Janet Bolin. Naturally, I LOVE me a Pageant Girl; a sash, a crown and some fabulous heels...doesn't take much for me to like you! Soon, it was time for me to take the podium. I briefly talked about how amazing of a day this was and getting the audience up to speed with the importance of National Wear Red Day and the Go Red For Women cause. And, since, yes, I was the "Fashion Guy", also letting women know that THEY ALL CAN--and should wear RED!!!

Three's Company: (Left to right) Star Jones, Elizabeth Banks, Nick Verreos Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash, Macy's Herald Square NYC

I was also joined by my co-co-presenters, actress Elizabeth Banks, who wore a very cute polka-dotted jacquard wrap-style dress and nude heels, and the ever-so-fab Miss Star Jones (I feel like she deserves a "Miss" in front of her name...ALWAYS!) in a sleeveless red stretch sateen sheath dress and red heels. They both spoke eloquently about heart disease and how important the Go Red For Women cause is to them.

It was such an honor and wonderful experience to be part of this great day and to add my "Nick Stamp" to National Wear Red Day. Afterward, Elizabeth, Star, and I all walked over to the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women Wall and signed it, sharing our pledge to spread the message of ending heart disease.

Red Macy's: Nick Verreos, Macy's Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash Wall, Macy's Herald Square NYC

Of course, I decided to add my own "Nick" touch to my signature and not only did I write "I Go Red" but of course, I had to draw a fashion illustration of a croquis in a FAB red gown--a NIKOLAKI by Nick Verreos & David Paul design--naturally:

Nick Verreos, Elizabeth Banks and Star Jones, signing the Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash Wall, Macy's Herald Square NYC

The photographers got a big kick out of that (I guess, they weren't used to a "Fashion Guru" actually being able to draw "on the spot"-- Mon Dieu!)--and yes, my co-presenters Star Jones and Elizabeth Banks loved it too--they were so inspired, they went back to the wall and drew hearts and kisses.

Red Dress Gown Sketch by Nick Verreos, Macy's Herald Square NYC Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash

I had such an AMAZING time being part of this day and helping the cause of ending heart disease. I am a boy who was raised by wonderful and loving women so this cause is near and dear to me. I want my LADIES to live LONGER and healthier lives! Thank you Macy's and American Heart Association for allowing me to be part of this great day! Oh, and EVERYONE: Go Red!!!!

Nick TV Minute: National Wear Red Day Satellite Media Tour and a Mood Fabrics Run-In With Daniel Vosovic!

National Wear Red Day Recap--Part One!

Sitting Red: Nick Verreos getting ready for his 8-hour Satellite Media Tour last Thursday promoting National Wear Red Day and American Heart Association's Go Red For Women

Last week, I flew to NYC to co-co-host with actress Elizabeth Banks and attorney, TV personality (and DIVA) Star Jones, a FAB and worthwhile event for National Wear Red Day and American Heart Association's Go Red For Women cause, at Macy's Herald Square. I was there to raise awareness of heart disease and inspire women (and men too!) to WEAR RED and of course, show everyone the different ways of how to wear red.

The big event was on Friday of last week--since Friday was National Wear Red Day--but I arrived on Tuesday to "settle in", do an all-day Satellite Media Tour--or "SMT" as they are called in the industry--as well as take part in a Twitter Party (my FIRST Twitter Party EVER!!) for Go Red. My time in NYC was AMAZING and the event was INCREDIBLE. I'll do a full Recap here on the big day last Friday, but for now, here's what I did on the days leading up to it:

My NYC Home--for a week: The Yotel NYC

After I arrived and checked into the wonderful (and very Virgin America-esque) Yotel New York City in the newly-trendy area of Hell's Kitchen ("HK" as my NY Gays say), I got right to work. I had some business meetings for a possible future Nick Verreos "diffusion" line of dresses that happened to be in THE SAME building where Mood Fabrics is. My partner-in-NIKOLAKI-crime David Paul, said "Oh, I've never been to Mood NY...can we stop by?" Done and done. Well, as I gave him a tour of my old Project Runway fabric stomping grounds (and as I began to get stomach pains just thinking about running around in that place back in 2005), I heard a "Oh No You Didn't!" from someone standing in line to buy fabrics...

Mood Buddies: Nick Verreos and Daniel Vosovic reunite at Mood Fabrics NYC

It was Daniel Vosovic, my Season 2 bestie! I just about fell right there on the Mood floor...no seriously, I almost fell!! What are the chances that I go to Mood Fabrics NY (I had not been back since I did my season of Project Runway) and that I run into a fellow Project Runway designer and not just any but one from my season--and one of my roommates no less!

The following day, it was an early wake up call, since I was to be on set for my SMT's at 5:30 AM. I did about 35 TV and Radio interviews in English and Spanish (Go Red Por Tu Corazon!) for various Morning TV News Shows across the Nation including Philadelphia, Nashville, Atlanta, Seattle, Tulsa and many many others.

Heart Love: Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum and Nick Verreos, on the set of the National Wear Red Day/Go Red For Women Satellite Media Tour, NYC

My fellow "Co-Pilot" for the Satellite Media Tour was Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, attending cardiologist and the Director of the Heart and Vascular Institute of Lennox Hill Hospital in New York City. She was there to educate the audience about the dangers of heart disease and how it is the No. 1 killer of women and talk about ways to prevent it.

Macy's Red Dresses from Alfani, I.N.C. and Charter Club, available exclusively at Macy's

And I was there to show women how they could raise awareness by Wearing Red and showing three beautiful dresses available at Macy's. The dresses were all red, of course, from Alfani, I.N.C. and Charter Club, and all for under $100 with 10% of the sale of each dress going to the American Heart Association.

Nick's "Go Red For Women" Goddesses: Eva, Tamara and Shermane

Joining us on the segments--to show off these dresses--were my "Nick Go Red Goddesses": Eva, Tamara, and Shermane, three women whose lives have been impacted by heart disease. I LOVED these three women, not only for their courage, their survival and struggles, but also because they were unshakeable in their energy and unconditional warmth. Oh, and did I mention I bow to them for having to stand in them heels for HOURS through all our TV interviews!! We had a great time sharing the National Wear Red Day love and educating people on heart disease as well as giving one or two Go Red fashion tips!

Click Below to Watch a segment we shot with CBS Atlanta 46:




Click HERE for the segment we did with WTKR News Channel 3 CBS Affiliate in Virginia

Click HERE for the segment we did with FOX 23 "Great Day Green Country" Tulsa Oklahoma

The Following Morning...

Red & Ready: Here I am the day after--on Friday--at my hotel room, dressed and ready for National Wear Red Day at Macy's Herald Square in NYC

Up Next: My Recap of National Wear Red Day and the Go Red For Women DASH at Macy's Herald Square with Elizabeth Banks and Star Jones!!!

Nick Appearance Minute: Nick Verreos and Macy's Support the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement

Red Fabulous!

Join us on National Wear Red Day for the Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash at Macy's Herald Square NYC: Fri. Feb 3rd!

Macy's is a founding National Sponsor of the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement. Macy's will help kick off American Heart Month (February) with its annual Wear Red Sale-- a collection of exclusive red dresses designed to benefit the cause--as well as red-inspired in-store events.

Nick Verreos: Celebrity Spokesperson, Go Red For Women Macy's and American Heart Association Campaign

I am honored to been asked to take part in this fabulous--and worthwhile cause---and help in celebrating National Wear Red Day alongside...

Actress Elizabeth Banks and...

Star Jones

The National Wear Red Day will be held at Macy's Herald Square on Friday, February 3rd and we will all be there to celebrate National Wear Red Day at a fabulous ceremony. I have had the absolute pleasure of being involved with Macy's for years--hosting many of their fabulous in-store events across the US (and even Puerto Rico!!) as well as being the MC and special celebrity judge of Seattle's "Project Red Dress", and even showing how amazing Macy's can be for all women during my MSN webshow "The Victory Project".

Macy's "Go Red" dress by Charter Club, $89.00, available exclusively at Macy's

Macy's "Go Red" Dress by Alfani, $89.00, available exclusively at Macy's

Macy's "Go Red" Dress by I.N.C International Concepts Red Dress, $69.50, available exclusively at Macy's

I will provide style tips to prepare women for National Wear Red Day and highlight Macy's Wear Red Day Sale. Macy's will introduce three new red dress silhouettes, designed and produced exclusively by I-N-C International Concepts, Alfani and Charter Club, each available at select Macy's stores and macys.com. Ten percent of the purchase price of each dress sold between January 29 and February 25 will be donated to the American Heart Association.

Visit GoRedForWomen.org for more info. and to find a Go Red CONNECT event in your area and view the most up-to-date list of events. Also, from February 1st through Valentine's day, fans can go to Macy's Facebook Page to send a VIRTUAL HEART--for every heart shared from that page through Feb. 14th, Macy's will donate $2 to the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement!! And, if you TWEET #heart@Macys from Feb 1st through Feb. 14th, Macy's will also donate $2 for EACH TWEET!!! So, mark your calendars!!!

I hope to see you on Friday, February 3 at Macy's Herald Square in New York City!!


DETAILS:
What: National Wear Red Day and Go Red For Women Red Dress Dash
When: Friday February 3, 2012
Where: Macy's Herald Square, New York City
For More Info: Click HERE And WEAR RED!!!!!

Nick Verreos Attends Macy's Passport Presents GLAMORAMA "ARTrageous"

FASHIONrageous at Macy's GLAMORAMA LA 2011:

Nick Verreos, Macy's Passport Presents GLAMORAMA 2011 Red Carpet, Orpheum Theater Los Angeles

This past Friday, I was invited (as well as my NIKOLAKI partner, David Paul) to attend Macy's Passport Presents GLAMORAMA 2011. Macy's Glamorama is an AMAZING event that combines runway fashion, entertainment, music, and all the while raising money for the fight against HIV/AIDS. They do a four city tour, which includes Minneapolis, Chicago, San Francisco and LA.

For the past 29 years, more than $29 million--yes, MILLION--has been raised for outstanding and worthwhile organizations such as AIDS Project Los Angeles and Project Angel Food in Los Angeles and many others in the other cities. Side Note: I remember actually going to one of the very FIRST Macy's Passport shows in San Francisco back when I lived in the Bay Area. I think my Mommie took me (please don't do the math!).

Macy's Glamorama LA 2011 was held at the historic Orpheum Theater in Downtown LA, and the Theme for this year was "ARTrageous". I knew this would be a fun night when the first person I ran into as I get out of my car is...

Ice Queens: Nick Verreos and Johnny Weir

Olympic Figure Skater Johnny Weir--looking much more fabulous than I (Thanks Johnny!!) in a Chris Benz purple knit sweater-jacket and iridescent leggings and some SERIOUS wedge bootie pumps! Now, you might know how much I am a fan of Figure Skating, and especially the Costumes. Last year, I also did some "Fashion Commentating" for Universal Sports during the Vancouver Olympics (with Johnny in fact, but he was in the Vancouver studios while I was in LA). Needless to say, it was wonderful finally meeting him. My partner David was also excited to say "Hi" to Johnny (wait until you see the last photo in this blog!)...

But back to the show:

Macy's Glamorama LA 2011 had so many many highlights. Let's begin with the musical performances. First came Far East Movement (above). I knew their songs, just didn't know who sang them--but Lord Knows now I do! (I know, I'm such a loser when it comes to what "the kids" are listening to these days!). They were GREAT by the way.

Beyond great was Cee Lo Green, who had everyone on their feet by the end of the night. If I wasn't seated all the way in the back, I would have run up on stage and become a groupie/fan and started dancing with him right then and there! (Thank goodness for David that I did not!).

A definite highlight of the evening was a Special Tribute to Dame Elizabeth Taylor, who devoted so much of her life to the fight against HIV/AIDS.

The Tribute was presented by Sharon Stone. Ms. Stone looked every bit a Hollywood Star in a fitted royal blue side shirred dress and LOTS of diamonds (an homage to Miss Taylor I presume?). It was such a loving tribute which also included a brief yet poignant appearance by Elizabeth Taylor's grandsons, Quinn Tivey and Tarquin Wilding.

Oh and yes, then there was The Fashion:



As always, Macy's Passport Presents Glamorama involved showing lots of Fashion. There were nine runway presentations showing the latest Fall 2011 looks from brands that are at Macy's: Armani Jeans, Kenneth Cole, Rachel Rachel Roy, Tommy Girl, Tracy Reese, Impulse Macy's Department, Calvin Klein, bar III...

And Papi, the underwear line. This last "runway portion" of the show was, of course, a BIG HIT with the audience--men and women alike, thank you very much. How those boys can be up on that stage almost naked is beyond me. But I guess if I had their bodies...

After the show was over, it was time for David and I to head to the After Party, which was held at the nearby California Market Center, in its expansive lobby. For tonight's Glamorama After Party, the lobby was transformed into a Las Vegas-style Nightclub. Guests arrived and began to enjoy the Patron Tequila Bar, several food/hors d'oeuvre sections (the roast beef sliders and vegi wraps were delicious!), as well as a See's Candy and Don Francisco's Specialty Coffee tables, among others.

At the After Party, I ran into my friend Ross Mathews, who was there with his partner Salvador--both looking quite dapper. Ross was working his grey H&M jacket with white piping, skinny tie and skinny jeans.

Also, a woman in a cute red dress approached me, telling me how she was a "big fan" and how her daughter would so jealous that she was meeting me. Her name was Michele and her beau turned out to be "The Young and The Restless" actor Sean Kanan (above with Michele). We had a very fun conversation which involved everything from Project Runway to our mutual love of Italy, my experience of almost drowning off the coast of Capri and his new cooking book "The Modern Gentleman". And of course, I made Michele call her daughter so I could say "Hi" and give my best Tim Gunn "Make It Work" impression. With that, it was time to say "Ciao" to them, and the fabulous Macy's Glamorama After Party.

Oh and before I forget, I promised a certain photo of David and Johnny Weir--well, Here ya go:

Get Your Hands Off My Man: Johnny Weir and NIKOLAKI co-designer David Paul

It doesn't get more Figure Skating Fabulous than this! If this doesn't end up on David's Facebook, I don't know what will!