Aaron Sand’s look stole the show at the AMORE New York Fashion Week event, proving yet again that effortless elegance is the ultimate power move.
Despite only being a guest at the Valentine’s Day spectacle, Sand’s presence was impossible to ignore. Set against the backdrop of Love for Upcycling’s stunning celebration of sustainability, art, and fashion at LOFT 51, the night unfolded as a dazzling display of culture and couture.
The evening kicked off with a breathtaking performance from The East Coast Indigenous Aztec Communities, who transported guests into the heart of Mexico with their ancestral dances—Paloma and Águila Blanca—symbolizing attraction, harmony, and partnership. As guests marveled at the mesmerizing courtship duality dances, Sand made a low-key entrance yet still managed to turn heads.
The Sustainable Fashion Shows by Love for Upcycling took center stage, featuring a romantic and glamorous collection in collaboration with Australian artist Julia Rose. The runway lit up with designs from Guadalupe Ramirez, Noel Anthony, and Oumar Diaw from the Djolof African Tribe, all celebrating fashion’s evolution through recycled and reimagined materials. And just when it seemed the night couldn't get more inspiring, the East Coast Indigenous Aztec Communities made a special presentation, adding yet another layer of depth to the event.
The grand finale featured visionary designers Guadalupe Ramirez and José Alexzander, both redefining the future of upcycled fashion. Ramirez’s indigenous-inspired recycled designs and Alexzander’s live transformation of a 1905 wedding gown into contemporary couture left the crowd speechless. The event was proudly sponsored and produced by Meteor. The evening stretched into the early hours, with an exclusive Anta Productions seven-course dinner and an after-party that raged until 4:00 AM.
