Forward fashion, clothes that actually fit, independent designers, AND 10% of our profits go towards supporting economic development initiatives for women and children.
Inspired by women who love color and lead an active lifestyle, Animated Closet is something new, fresh and truly unique. Drawing comparisons to Custo Barcelona and Desigual, with an emphasis on creativity and individuality. At the epicenter of their look is an upheaval of contrasting patterns and colors. The prints and patterns are splashed boldly across our asymmetrical skirts, fun tops and outerwear, and flattering dresses.
Their creative process is collaborative- working with different artists for artwork, print the fabrics, and then cut clothing from the newly printed material. They only print a limited amount of fabric so everything is a limited run. In order to reduce waste as much as possible, they create their own patchwork skirts and pants from the leftover pieces of fabric.
They carry sizes small thru extra-large to ensure that a broad range of body types can enjoy. Vibrant and colorful, Animated Closet kicks any wardrobe up a notch!
“Working and collaborating with the RS POP-UP Shop came up suddenly while I made a trip out to New York in Oct of 2009. Everyone was very helpful and very professional. The opening night of the art show was a hit and the Roger Smith Hotel did everything they could to make the experience even better. It had a total home feel which took a lot of stress off. I love what they continue to do and I think its one of the most creative concepts I’ve ever seen in Midtown.” – Kiki Valdes (Miami Artist)
Art Interactive with Alan Streets at the Roger Smith Hotel. Challenging the technology of the time, broadcasting from the roof of the Roger Smith Hotel and auctioning off one of his works while it was still wet.
Alan Streets, an immigrant from England who specializes in painting buildings that are right in front of him. Alan started painting professionally at the age of 18. His influences include New York graffiti, Hieronymus Bosch and Salvador Dali.
Pyndela dresses are fun yet graceful, not to mention just perfect slip on from hot summer days to cool fall nights. The collection is carefully made with quality fabrics and high quality materials with lavishly and artfully decorated. Pyndela are clothes for lunch, shopping, meeting in the city, going to club, cocktails, cruises and gala.Flirty yet sophisticated with a whisper of childhood like innocence. “Pyndela clothes make a woman embody a sophisticated style while dancing around the perimeter of being a child with no borders. Elegance transcends with playfulness”
The Tribal Couture jewelry collection is bold & glamorous and full of lust-worthy statement pieces. They mix metals, gems, unexpected beads, fur, and feathers. Veronica Zhou and Tribal Couture participated in the Roger Smith Pop up shop in February 2010.
Having our gallery opening and show up at the RS POP shop was a wonderful experience! The location is amazing — in the middle of Manhattan and right by Grand Central station for easy access to the shop. There are always lots of passersby, both locals and tourists, and the window front on Lexington is an incredible draw. People were always stopping outside our window display to admire Gabrel Barcia-Colombo’s video sculptures, then wander on inside (so be sure to have an eye-cathing display!).
As a brand new pop-up gallery, we were focused on getting as much exposure as possible to help build our clientele, and RS POP certainly helped us do that by putting us front and center in a very elite neighborhood. More importantly though, the hotel’s strong art focus was a fantastic match for us and helped us connect with our target audience. It seemed like there was always some sort of arts-related event or opening going on, whether it was at the LAB Gallery installation space on the corner or the Solarium Room in the hotel, and the people in and around the hotel were all art enthusiasts, including the owner, James Knowles, who is the artist-in-residence there.
The staff is also a remarkable asset and support system. John and Melissa and the Panman Productions team were a pleasure to work with and helped us ensure that everything went smoothly. They also checked in often to make sure we were having the best experience possible and gave us notice when an arts-related event was happening at the hotel so we could be prepared. As a new business, it was so helpful to have that kind of support system in place, and we really can’t thank them enough for all their efforts.
In short, we highly recommend booking the RS POP shop! Great people, great space, great location.
Roger Smith Pop Review by Gail Travis
“Participating with the RS Pop up Shop team has undoubtedly helped to promote and expose my new knitwear label, N:F:P. Such a unique experience being able to build out my own boutique the way I have envisioned for my brand. It is rare to find not only a space to create as your own for up to a months time, but also have the expert support staff to help execute a special trunk show/cocktail party event, and social media tools such as videos, links to blogs, etc. to gain diverse promotion of any new art form.
Melissa Gonzalez is truly an amazing entrepreneur who was always there to help. She was never without an idea to creatively launch my first two collections to the public; either through the shop or online promotion. Melissa, and lets not forget her dog Mila, are the most adorable team with the most motivating and energizing spirit. No matter what the idea, she was ready to make it happen.
I am looking forward to continuing a strong partnership with John Knowles and his RS Pop Team to launch and promote my future collections of New Form Perspective. Their service has become an integral part of the N:F:P selling and branding platform. The midtown location has grown my customer list to include numerous new international clients and contacts, as well as a growing local NYC customer base. Truly a wonderful experience and encourage anyone starting their own business to look into the opportunity. The possibilities are endless and the team thrives on new creative techniques to try!!
Thank you John, Melissa, Abi, and Alek for everything!! Can’t wait to work together again soon!!”
The reality is, you can do a lot with a fryingpan. You can cook with it, use it as a weapon, and use it as a symbol of style and sexiness. The collaboration between Panman and Dolita Paris has been one of Magic. She has proved that anything is possible and you actually can do a lot with a fryingpan.
In your opinion which item from the collection do you think should be massed produced? Please comment, share and engage.
Dolita Paris, Ricardo Rojas Salon, Valentina Gonzalez & the Panman came together for collaborate of Fashion in Midtown at the Roger Smith Popup Shop.
ON TUESDAY, APRIL 6th we held a casting for Dolita Paris’ muse! .. And that wasn’t all, stylists from the re-nowned Ricardo Rojas salon were at RS POP for complimentary hair consultations and Valentina Gonzalez (recently featured on Tyra Bank’s Makeover 2010) was there to share her make up tips!
Dolita worked in the couture studio of Jacques Esterel when she was 16, and now she produces her own collections. Her looks garner high profile attention, including that of megastar Beyonce. Her designs are sensual and seductive. She uses sexy fabrics like Silk jersey, Lace (from France), Lycra, and Velvet; her clothes feel like a second skin.
DOLITA PARIS Pops Open April 2-April 17th
It’s clear that Dolita Paris is on the path to becoming a signature brand, don’t miss the chance to meet her in person!
Dolita Paris is looking for her next muse! Make sure to check what everyone is looking at in Midtown at the Roger Smith Popup Shop.
Open April 2-April 17th
Dolita worked in the couture studio of Jacques Esterel when she was 16, and now she produces her own collections. Last season her runway looks were a huge success and garnered a lot of attention, including that of megastar Beyonce. Her designs are sensual and seductive. She uses sexy fabrics like Silk jersey, Lace (from France), Lycra, and Velvet; her clothes feel like a second skin.
It’s clear that Dolita Paris is on the path to becoming a signature brand!
She is FANTABULOUS! Don’t miss her.
ON Tuesday, April 6th, you can enter to be one of Dolita’s new muses!
N:F:P FALL 2010 SERIES 3 COLLECTION After working in the high-end fashion design world in NYC for the past 8 years, for companies such as Calvin Klein, Shelly Steffee, and Vera Wang, Gail has launched her own brand free from mainstream trends. Each piece she designs has the ability to link, layer, fold, snap, shift and/or connect. Her collection is inspired by her surroundings, personal interactions and movement, and architecture and sculpture.
New Forms & Perspectives by Gail Travis fosters the concept of transformation and versatility.
RS POP UP SHOWROOM OPEN HOURS: MONDAY 2/29 – WEDNESDAY 3/10 10AM – 8PM
