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This Season Just Hit Different
From Times Square wings to Brooklyn Bridge runways, this NYFW season hit different, fashion, purpose, and unforgettable moments.
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Sep 213 min read


The Chaos and Grace of Fashion: Why the Right Team is Everything
Fashion is chaos and grace—but with the right people, it’s magic. At Palette8 Productions, we turn pressure into power.
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May 143 min read


One Pulse, One Power: The Unbreakable Spirit of Womanhood
March is our war cry—Women’s Empowerment Month 2025. Moms, sisters, friends: we rise together, unbreakable. Join the sisterhood!
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Mar 47 min read


New York Fashion Week: A Celebration of Style, Sisterhood, and Strength
NYFW is more than fashion—it’s women uplifting women, no drama, just support. Let’s own the runway together! 💕 #WomenEmpowerment
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Feb 142 min read


Behind the Lens: The Not-So-Glamorous Reality of Fashion Photography
“Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.” – Bill Cunningham Ask anyone what they imagine a fashion photographer’s...
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Jan 214 min read


Rediscovering Me: The Journey Back to Myself
Ever feel like you’ve lost yourself in the hustle of life? Rediscovering your self-identity is a journey worth taking.
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Dec 20, 20243 min read


The Power of Yet: Turning “Not Now” Into “Soon”
“Every ‘not yet’ is a step toward growth. The journey matters as much as the destination. Believe in yourself—your best is yet to come!”
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Dec 5, 20244 min read


The Quest for the Perfect Venue: When Dreams Outpace the Budget
Finding the perfect venue is a lot like trying to find the perfect pair of jeans—it has to fit just right, make you feel amazing, and...
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Nov 27, 20243 min read


Life: The Revolving Door We Can’t Escape (And That’s Okay)
Ever feel like life is just one giant revolving door? The kind that never stops spinning, no matter how many times you try to step out...
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Nov 27, 20242 min read


Thinking Big: The Journey to Producing a Runway Show
There’s something undeniably magical about a runway show—the lights, the music, the models strutting with purpose, and the energy in the...
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Oct 21, 20244 min read


Breaking Barriers Behind the Lens: My Experience as One of the Only Female photographers on the pit during NYFW
There is something electrifying about New York Fashion Week- the energy, the creativity, the organized chaos. But being one of the only...
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Oct 21, 20243 min read


Fashion Photography: Building an Online Community
In the fast-paced world of fashion photography, creating a strong online presence is crucial for success. I found this out the hard way,...
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Oct 6, 20242 min read
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