Dorinda Medley is best known for starring in Bravo’s hit reality show, “The Real Housewives of New York.” She is an entrepreneur, philanthropist and socialite who caught the eye of Bravo’s Andy Cohen. Medley has since become one of the fan favorites. In fact, the self-proclaimed hostess has become the heart of the show. With her no nonsense approach to life, the moxy maven continues to captivate her audience with saucy taglines and quick, witty comebacks like, “Clip Bitch!” And her unforgettable, “... I made it nice!” Dorinda walks the walk and now talks the talk with her very own talk show on Radio Andy SiriusXM. Medley’s gabfest is an intimate chat, in which, Dorinda uses her own life experience to help others. In her life, Dorinda took tragedies and turned them into triumphs and heartbreaks into love. And without the distraction of the other housewives, Dorinda gives heartfelt advice to her millions of listeners and truly “Makes It Nice.” For our Issue, “The Queen of Blue Stone Manor”, takes center stage and channels Germany’s, “Teutonic Blonde”, Marlene Dietrich at the exclusive Lotte New York Palace. Friend and Fashion Editor at Large, Ty-Ron Mayes, cracked open the vaults of Hammerman Jewelers, as well as, the iconic Fur Salon Saks Fifth Avenue and styled a luxurious layout that shows the glamorous side of being one of the world’s most famous Housewives ....
PHOTOGRAPHY: EZEQUIEL DE LA ROSA FASHION EDITOR AT LARGE AND TEXT: TY-RON MAYES MAKE-UP: TY-RON MAYES FOR PAPER FACES HAIR: MARC ANTHONY ASSISTANT STYLIST: COCO JOHNSEN AND COUMBA DIAO PHOTO ASSISTANT: JULIO RAMÓN VIDEOGRAPHER: NANO LEON SPECIAL THANK YOU TO: THE LOTTE NEW YORK PALACE
t’s Dooorrrrinda! Dorinda wears a black and white beaded blazer and fringe necklace, Naeem Khan. French beret, Flame Keeper Hat Club. On her right hand, Dorinda wears 18 karat white gold Bombe Crystal and Diamond Ring and on her left hand, 18k White Gold and Diamond Black Onyx Cocktail Ring, Hammerman Jewelers.
Dorinda Medley loves a suit! Inspired by a dark hair Marlene Dietrich who once said, “I am at heart a gentleman.” Dorinda challenges gender roles in this crisp pale blue dress shirt, silk tie and wool blazer, Hatem Sayki. Black slacks, Victoria Beckham. Fedora, Keeper of The Flame Hat Club. Patent leather loafers, Pierre Hardy. Gold brooch, Object D’Art Pin Flower Collection 18 Karat Flower Vase Pin with Diamonds, Rubies, and Opal, Hammerman Jewelers.
Dorinda enjoys drinks after 5 in the Lotte Hotel’s posh, French style Wood Panel Bar. “Martini’s are like breast: two are great ... three are too many.” Black tuxedo blazer, Yves Saint Laurent. Black tuxedo pants, Victoria Beckham, both courtesy of Albright Fashion Library. White tuxedo shirt and bow tie, Hatem Sayki. Top hat, Keeper of The Flame Hat Club. Black and red patent leather peep-toe pumps, Christian Louboutin (Paris). Gold brooch, Object D’Art Pin Collection: 18 Karat Vase Pin with Diamonds, Rubies, and Amethyst and 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring with Amethyst, Emeralds, and Diamonds. 40 carats of amethyst and emerald, 1.6 carats of diamonds, Hammerman Jewelers.
The scene stealer! Dorinda captures our attention in this beautiful Fortuny pleated gown with Art Deco style crystal embellishments, Coco Johnsen. Nude peep toe pumps, Christian Louboutin (Paris). Short black feather coat: Julia & Stella available at Fur Salon at Saks Fifth Avenue Fur Depot. 18 Karat Vintage Cut Champagne Cushion Crystal Earrings with Diamonds. 18 Karat Royal Pave Diamond Bracelet. 8.81 carats of diamonds. 18 karat diamond bracelet with diamonds. 13 carats of diamonds, Hammerman Jewelers.
On with the show! Dorinda Medley is the ultimate hostess. What do you do after lighting the Lotte New York Palace’s Christmas Tree? You celebrate in this black sheer tulle coat with bell sleeves trimmed in ostrich feathers, Osman. Black beaded dress, Long sleeve, black beaded sheer gown, Alberta Ferretti. Beaded “showgirl” headband with plumes, Eric Javis. Open toe, 2 buckle suede heels with ankle straps, Sergio Rossi. All provided by Albright Fashion Library. Platinum and Diamond Kunzite Crown Ring with Pink Sapphires. .13 carats of diamonds, 24 carats of kunzite and pink sapphire. 18 karats amethyst ring. 6.75 carats of diamonds, 29 carat amethyst. 18 Karat diamond tassel earring with baguettes. 8 carats of diamonds. 18 Karat black spinel and Akoya Pearl Necklaces, Hammerman Jewelers.
The party’s over when Dorinda says, “I love you for coming and I love you for leaving!” Open back black evening gown with dramatic floor length long sleeves, Alex Perry. Open toe, sling back D’Orsay style stiletto heels, Alexandre Vauthier. Both provided by Albright Fashion Library. 18 Karat Flexible Necklace with Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires. 18 karats 9 row flexible bracelet with diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires. 22 carats diamonds, 36 carats of color stones. 18 karats Cabochon ruby and diamond bracelet. 22 carats of diamonds, 21 carats of rubies. 18 Karat flexible earring with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. 13 carats of diamonds, 8 karats of color stones, Hammerman Jewelers.