Bluebox Gallery RS POP review by Julia Kaganskiy

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!!”

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

OPEN WINE RECEPTION THURSDAY 3/4 6 – 9PM

Tribal identity is no longer a function of ethnic heritage or geographic locale. It is a choice. You express this choice to the outside world through your personal style.

At Tribal Couture their mission is simple: Enhance your personal style and express yourself …. with jewels that are just as bold and unique as you are!

SHOP WITH THEM AT RS POP February 13-25th!

http://www.rspopshop.com/events

A Live art installment will take place on February 23rd from 7-9PM in the Roger Smith Popup Shop.  Join us for one night of projection entertainment by Panman and Freakcast to compliment the Bold Jewelry line Tribal Couture.

It was just after the Turkey season and we wanted to develop a unique way to kick off the shopping spirit. From this desire the Emerging Designers 2009 Holiday Bazaar was conceived! 

I looked diligently for an eclectic group of 10 talented designers; a medley of emerging musicians; and a brand new to market spirit to sip on.. all at a location that fosters the creative world, the Roger Smith Hotel. 

We assembled a penthouse full of gifted people- mingling, shopping, networking, performing, drinking… 

You come off the elevator to the Roger Smith penthouse and are offered a refreshing glass of Voli, a new low calorie vodka (finally!) enhanced with electrolytes, and it was smooth! You enter a room filled with acoustic performances by independent local artists singing everything from rock to folk to reggae and wander throughout to a collection of designers displaying their creations. 

Designer dresses by Dolita Paris 

Architectural and versatile knitwear from Gail Travis 

Transformational forms by Nicole Arama 

Delicately crafted silver by Alex Pimienta 

Hand manufactured silk and velvet scarfs by Peter Charles

Exuberant and funky designs from MacKenzie-Childs 

Little treasures of art to wear by Geri Roucaute 

Sensuality enhancing lingerie from Claudia Ochoa

Environmentally conscious tote bags by Shira Entis and Alexandra Bell

And an argan miracle bottled by Jebel 

In one night our guests were able to unwind from their day with Voli, listen and take in some cultural music performances and find unique treasures from friends and family for the holidays- and a few grabbed a treasure or two for themselves. I know I did :) 

Can’t wait for the next shopping event with RS POP! 

www.rspopshop.com 

 - Melissa Gonzalez, host of Homemade BFF’s: Beauty, Fashion & Fitness.