Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Mutts to Models






And here we come! A pleasure to work with the fabulous actor Mr. Ian Somerhalder and the Ian Somerhalder Foundation. Special thanks to Mrs. Denise Gutnisky.
Mutts to Models, we are ready!
Raoul Blanco

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

The media... Oh my, the media...


The media… Oh my, the media…
It’s so funny how many (if any left) local media sources thinks they’re the gods to anyone’s publicity or exposure. These media sources and or publications should feel grateful to get a good story on a reliable and legit subject. The lack of respect from these media sources, publications and their writers to the legit talent or legit stories is unbelievable. Only one writer has got my respect locally, I’m not stupid by any means, so I know very well where the real talent is, and I respect it. By the way, it’s a she, or better yet, she’s a lady, the one, and only Ms. Patricia Gannon. This lady isn’t just a writer; she’s a walking encyclopedia and a school of protocol and manners. Extremely rare these days. Just remember, there are writers and they are reporters, two very different things.
I’ve advertised once in a popular magazine, it was a hefty investment with no results. I had never advertised before or after that. Many publications had published articles about me, I’m very grateful to them and their writers indeed. Some of these media ships and their writers act like they are super stars, they should realize instead, that without any legit talent or story they will lack readers… And if you lack readers, you'll definitely lack businesses that will advertise on your pages. And if you lack advertisers, you better close your publication and look for a job or retire…
Other local media sources wouldn’t write about a legit talent or story unless this one buys a space in their magazine, paper… Dahhling, you better get ready to close down too. With today social media and websites, published media isn’t needed much, or perhaps at all… Personally, my website gets hits nationally and internationally. Yes, I’ve been read in Paris, Spain, Australia, Japan and many other countries. I have many daily followers through my social media pages and website. Media readers, you very well know that having a website is much more economical than advertising in your publications, plus the exposure, creativity, and reach is amazing.
So yes, editors and publishers think twice and choose wisely. Learn to respect those that could put your publication on the map… And you thought it was all the way around… HAHAHAHAHA!
To all others, praying for you to be safe and guarded against Irma...
I hope you all have a great day…

Monday, December 5, 2016

The fabulous Mrs. Madeline Ghandour

And another beautiful "Bird of Paradise" just joined Raoul Blanco's line of exclusive clients. The very beautiful Mrs. Madeline Ghandour, now my Marilyn Monroe... 

And what a way to start, with a creation on black French tulle, embellished by hand all over with fabulous crystals...

Thank you Mrs. Ghandour, what a fabulous call!



Friday, August 5, 2016

To the Lovely, Mrs. Dian Winingder...

From the sketch to the Lady…
Was an absolute pleasure an honor for me to design this creation for the Lovely Mrs. Dian Winingder. A fabulous and very special celebration indeed, Mrs. Winingder’s 70th Birthday. A candlelight affair at the beach where all guests were required to wear white.
Many layers of iridescent silk chiffon finished with a fully beaded collar and cuffs on French silk brocade and Capris' pants. And if the Lady wants a diadem to hold her beautiful silver hair, of course, I’ll make her a jeweled diadem. The most beautiful gem of all, the Lady, Mrs. Dian Winingder.
Mrs. Winingder, thank you for this honor! Thank you for being you…
With all my love,
Raoul Blanco




Tuesday, July 5, 2016

A note from "The Queen"...

And a beautiful note just arrived from the lovely Mrs. Gayle Marie Benson, or as baptized by Ms. Patricia Gannon, "The Queen"... Sent from their fabulous "Lady Gayle Marie Yacht"... On the face of the note, a printed image on gold ink of the extraordinary boat...
Two weeks ago a fabulous visit from the delightful Dian Winingder, today a note from "The Queen", and in two weeks I'll be with the divine Mrs Susan Gundlach.... My beautiful ladies and friends, la crème de la crème... I'm a very grateful designer and man, indeed...

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Scent of a Woman 2016, "La Veste"

Raoul Blanco's private collection, Scent of a Woman 2016, will unveil on September 14, 2016 at twelve o'clock noon for a second consecutive year. Blanco has named this year's collection "La Veste". Once again this collection is presented by New Orleans' Queen of Sports, the lovely Mrs. Gayle Marie Benson.

The venue, the magnificent Hospitality Suite at the Benson Tower in the fabulous Crescent City, New Orleans, of course. Guest calls have begun reserving seating. A beautiful line-up of catwalk divas are being booked, Raoul's favorites.

As usual, Blanco's collection will be complemented by the fabulous gems from gemologist Danielle Truxillo for Andy's Jewelry and the stunning millinery from Fleur de Paris and its fabulous staff Mr. Joseph Parrino-owner and Ms. Kimberly Gondrella-Millinery designer.

Once again, "Flair is in the air...."

Scent of a Woman 2016, "La Veste"
September 14, 2016
Benson Tower


 Mrs. Gayle Marie Benson