Fashionista talk… whether it is a classic Chanel suit or this
season’s hottest Jimmy Choo shoes, Fashion Hunters follows the
fashionistas at Second Time Around as they go out searching the attics, closets
and garages of New York’s elite. Far
from the land of thrift, this hip shop makes dreams come true for shoppers
looking for designer fashions on a budget.
The team - made up of sales associates Tara, Ambria, Karina,
Wilson - has to deal with demanding customers from savvy socialites to downtown
hipsters looking to sell back or buy their next great “get.”
Tara Muscarella
Tara is the no nonsense manager of Second Time Around. Originally
from Waterford, CT, her favorite designers include Coco Chanel, and who she
refers to as "The 3 Ms": Miu Miu, Marni, and Missoni. Tara has a
passion for the "green of fashion," encouraging those around her to
recycle their fashionable wears, finding style in what others may see as dated
frocks. She hopes to one day own a boutique and utilize her eye for beauty by
traveling the world on the continuous hunt for unique designs and wears.
Ambria Miscia
Ambria is the energetic Assistant Manager at Second Time Around
with a vast knowledge and penchant for high-end designers and labels. Some of
her favorites include Giambattista Valli, Dolce & Gabbana, Tom Ford, and
Elie Saab. Originally from Hopkinton, Massachusetts, she attended the Fashion
Institute of Technology for a degree in Merchandising Management and has worked
in fashion and film for most of her adult life. The classic single girl in the
city, Ambria loves to hit all the hottest spots New York has to offer. With a
self-described personal style of sexy, yet sophisticated, with an urban edge,
Ambria is serious about fashion. Even if she can't afford what she wants, she
still manages to surround herself with high-end merchandise by organizing
"Birkin Swap" parties for wealthy clientele.
Karina Lepiner
Karina is the consummate New Yorker. She is a mother of two and
works part-time at Second Time Around for fun -- and for fashion. She is an
uptown girl, but totally comfortable in the downtown consignment world. She
happily recruits her stylish and somewhat privileged friends to consign, which
improves the store's inventory as well as keeps everyone connected to the Upper
East Side fashionistas. Karina's personal style of sophisticated, edgy, and
chic is reflected in her favorite places to shop, which include Chanel, YSL,
Zara, Gap, All Saints, Calypso, Louboutin, Prada, and Zac Posen.
Wilson Payamps
Wilson is originally from the Dominican Republic. He currently
resides in New York City, where he is enrolled at the New York School of
Interior Design. He is the newest and youngest employee at Second Time Around,
and his goal is to become a professional stylist and interior designer, working
with fashion icons such as Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors. Wilson admires the
work of an additional number of designers including Alexander Wang, Ralph
Lauren, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, and Prada. He hopes to one day design his own
line and boutiques around the world and to give back to his community by
starting a center for homeless children, in honor of his own humble beginnings.
Let’s take a peep, what are you going to expect in Episode 1 and 2…
Episode #1 – Consigning Women
Meet Tara, Ambria, and Karina who are the lifeblood of upscale
consignment store Second Time Around, located in New York City. Business is
looking up when they consign a $6,000 dress once worn by J. Lo as well as
authenticate two dresses potentially made by Carolina Herrera and Oscar de la
Renta. They also visit the closet of socialite Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti, who
consigns items that will be worth over $3,000 of merchandise to the store.
Plus, the staff will welcome a new employee, Wilson, who is brought in to build
out the men's section. But when Wilson criticizes the current state of STA's collection,
Ambria lets it be known, "If he's going to talk smack, then he better have
the goods to back it up." She's not letting anyone destroy the delicate
personality balance or the business of STA.
Episode #2 – Birkin Bash
Wilson does his first consign with several LaQuan Smith pieces
brought in by LaQuan's manager. Ambria decides to throw a Birkin swap party to
build relationships with current and potential clients who own these bags worth
$10,000 to $100,000. She brings in Birkin Bag expert Michael Tonello to
authenticate the bags, but things get tricky when she discovers that one bag
owner may have a fake. Tara also has her work cut out for her as she tried to
persuade a consigner to part with so she can snag a Gucci leather dress.
That’s all for episode 1 and 2, however I have the summary of
Fashion Hunter from Episode 1 to 11 hehehe… will release it weekly. Bet your Monday
evening will never be boring again. There are many more juicy stories going on after
this and omg the brands like Donna Karan, Gucci, Christian Dior, Chanel, Issey Miyake,
Lauren Bacall, Miu Miu, Proenza, Alberta Ferretti, Jackie Rogers, Just Cavalli,
YSL, Tom Ford, Louboutin, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, J. Mendel, Christian
Lacroix and many more.
Fashion Hunters
first and exclusive on beTV (Astro B.yond ch720)
premiering
on 3rd June 2013, Monday at 6.50pm.
