Review: Born Rich

This documentary was outstanding. What an insight into the mystique that is the wealthy. I find it so interesting that these young adults "spill the beans". AND that this film in directed by one of the wealthiest.

My one issue is the word "rich". A wise lawyer/substitute teacher, Paul Trayers, once told me, "rich defines the texture or taste of something." I completely agree. I believe the director want to use a term for the "masses" so as to attract them.

I highly recommend this film for anyone that thinks they would truly enjoy that Gossip Girl life.

Fashion Week Outfit #1?

Hey everyone! I hope your Holidays were well, but now to get thinking about Fashion Week in February!

I stopped by Barney's CO-OP at the Collection at Chevy Chase and thought this would great option:

The entire outfit (minus socks and ring) is Marc by Marc Jacobs.

Thoughts? I'm thinking yes!

My Top Secret News: Working with Mya

As you read earlier I was working on something very TOP SECRET. Well now I can tell you what. I was working on Mya's new music video!! I was helping 8112 Studios with publicity and will be featuring EXCLUSIVE behind-the-scenes pictures here, but know: I have NO pictures of Mya. We all agreed to keep her outfits a secret until the premier!

But there are SOME photos I can share:

These are the official press photos, again, no one was allowed to take photos of Mya in her outfits. The building suspense will be very much worth it though!

More behind the scenes photos after the jump!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope your Christmas day was great (and will be great for the rest of today)!

This made my day even better:

I can't wait for the snow!!

Review: 2010

2010 has come and gone now (I know there are a few more days, but nothing much more will occur).

I want to look back and reflect. I want to thank people (A TON!) So let me begin:

Elaine Mensah, Aba Bonney Kwawu, James Cornwell, Marie Nichole Devolites, Maggy Francois, Kenny Flanagan, Tim Gunn, Andrea Rodgers, Pergrin Pervez, Douglas Sonders, Nicholas Cambata, Elizabeth Hogue, Elisabeth Link, Emore'J, Rachel Roy, Rebecca Minkoff, Kate Michael, Lydia Russo, Makeda Saggau-Sackey, Christine Brooks-Cropper, Shannon Kietly and SO many more that I know I will be editing this post for!

The above individuals helped me and continue to help me in with my fashion endeavors. I may have worked with them, interviewed them, reviewed an event or show, or they are just an amazing individual that I have come across in my journeys!

I have attended so many events this year:

1. Rachel Roy Meet-and-Greet @ Macy's (Tysons Galleria)
2. All Access Fashion (Tysons Galleria)
3. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (Lincoln Center, NYC)
4. Emore'J Couture Apparatus II (TheArc)
5. Mya's new music video @ Lima (K Street)
6. Nicole Miller Meet-and-Greet (Tysons Galleria)
7. Scarf Party (New to You Boutique)
8. Shoot for Change (Georgetown BoConcept)
9. 6th Annual Fashion Fights Poverty Gala (Artisphere, Roslyn)
10. FFP Lookbook Photo Shoot (Old Town)
11. MStyle Lab Launch @ Macy''s (Tysons Corner)
12. Paul Wharton Meet-and-Greet (Tysons Corner)
13. Rebecca Minoff Meet-and-Greet (Tysons Galleria)
14. West Potomac High School Fashion Show (West Potomac High School)
15. National Fashion Design Awards Keynote Address (Renwick Gallery, DC)
16. House of Kas Store Opening Runway Show (National Harbor)
17. Project Fundway Judging (National Harbor)
18. Project Fundway Finale Show (The Warner Theatre)

I try to keep very busy and still attend high school full time. It is a challenge, but it will pay off in the end, I know it will.

I don't write this to brag or gloat, but purely reflect that at 17 (16 for a majority of these events) I was 17! I want to show all young adults that you can do anything you put your mind to!

Thank you to everyone! And PLEASE let me know if I have forgotten anything! I will not take offense; I want to make sure everyone gets due credit!

James Cornwell, Ryan Charchian, Elaine Mensah

More photos from the year after the jump!

A new Follower!

I was so thrilled to see this email:

Kay Unger is an incredible designer and is very sweet. She is actively involved with many charities as well.

Kay tweeted me this:

As you can tell she is wonderful! Check out some pictures from her fashion show at Saks at Tysons Galleria:

The Kate Michaels interviewing Kay Unger

I can't wait until Kay comes back to the DC/Metro area!! Follow me (@ryancharchain), Kay Unger (@KayUnger), and Kate Michael (@kstreetkate)

Stay Warm With...

Karen Millen! During All Access Fashion I sat at the Karen Millen show and it was great seeing all of the Fall/Winter collection pieces. Here is a pea coat that is very chic this season:

I wil start doing little posts about pieces every now and again. Enjoy!

I had an accident....

I passed out at school today while giving blood. It was truly a scary experience!





























The sticker says, "I tried have you?" See, I tried even though I passed out...

My Class Ring!!

So today during my school's lunches everyone was able to pick up their class ring!!! I love mine! Check it out:

The stone is my birthday stone (I'm a November baby). The next picture is my school seal and the last picture shows my favorite school organization: DECA. DECA is an association of marketing students and it is so much fun being able to compete with students that have the same interests as me!

Looking Way Back: Interviewing Kay Unger

Over six months ago I was able to interview Kay Unger! She was a joy and was sweet while talking to me. I mainly asked her questions about Phoebe Couture, her collection for a younger audience. Apparently Phoebe is the name of her business partner's daughter - how sweet, right!?

What I'm wearing: What Goes Around Comes Around tee shirt and blazer. Not shown: Fossil watch and American Eagle light-wash denim.

Top Secret!

Hey my loyal viewers, guess what!!??!?!?!?

I am going to working on something very (VERY) hush, hush on Wednesday! Check back on that day for some backstage shots!

Can't wait to tell you everything!!

xxRyan

Twitter Tweet: Roitfeld

By now all of you have heard of the resignation of the French Vogue editor in chief Carine Roitfeld. I woke up to seeing this on Twitter.

This shows that the fashion industry is very dominating since one person's action brought the whole industry a buzz!

Twitter Tweet: a wonderful #ff

SEVERAL Fridays ago the wonderful socialite Katherine Kennedy #ff-ed me!! (I don't mean that sound dirty, promise.) I was so surprised and honored!

Here is a screen shot:

Thank you so much Katherine!!! You are truly a wonderful person!

I have a dilemma...

Today I have the opportunity of a lifetime: to meet the pop star Mya. But also today, I have a huge amount of homework and studying to do for all my classes tomorrow and for the rest of the week.

So do I study and make produce good grades or continue securing my future? But then comes the argument that good grades are required to secure my future at college. Help?

A little piece of Bliss

After my last facial, I was given a few samples. One of them was amazing!

The Peeling Groovy Facial Serum is like liquid microdermabrasion! I highly recommend it!

Ben Mikoff

I love Rebecca Minkoff! I met her at an event at Saks in Tysons Galleria.

Photo by Daniel Schwartz

Rebecca was so kind as to hint to a possible mens collection coming out and guess what? I was allowed to borrow one these "possible" bags for fashion week:

Its very hard to see but the bag is there in my hand.

The Gregger Tote: simply amazing!

Check out Ben Minkoff!

Keeping warm in the cold with...

VINCE! Talk about wearing baby-bottom smooth on you skin! That is what the material of my Vince hooded-shirt feels like!

Vince is known for their amazing sweaters and I picked up my shirt from Scoop NYC in SoHo last year around this time. Enjoy my impromptu photo shoot pics:

Bumming!

I'm being a bum right now because I was release two hours early from school due too the snow! Check it out and some other holiday pics after the jump!

Christmas Wish List Item #1

I want this, a lot! I am going to get though in February, unless someone gets it for me for Christmas (WINK!)

My new website!!!

My new website is underway! I am very excited and thankful. The developer, John Paul Mensah, is amazing! Here are some little snaps! I can't spoil the surprise! Enjoy:

RiEN online!

I have a tumblr now

Follow me!

Press Registration Opens Tomorrow!

I am so excited because now I am registering to bring Fashion Week to YOU! I will most likely be invited to a few shows, but I want to attend a bunch so you, my loyal followers/viewers, can absorb the most amazing time of the year!

2 Days!

2 DAYS

I CAN'T WAIT!

Mercedes-Benz Fall/Winter 2011 Press Registration Opens In...

THREE DAYS!!

Why am I so excited? Because I have been normally invited to shows, but I'm ready to finally be able to say "I'm press!" I know not everyone loves bloggers/press members, but I am just trying to show that any teenager that puts their mind to something can do it! Here are some quick pics:

Don't mind my third eye!

More after the jump!!!