Ports 1961 took a journey to Africa on Friday morning, with top models Alek Wek and Liya Kebede landing on its runway at the Bryant Park tents as part of New York Fashion Week.

Editors, stylists and retail buyers saw a broad spectrum of looks: some were relaxed and casual, such as a navy and cream Macheo tie-dye dress, while others were fine and refined, especially suits with pencil skirts and jackets adorned with woven gold belts.

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Art extravaganza

Labor Day may mean family trips and end-of-summer picnics for some, but for dozens of artists across the country, Labor Day weekend means just one thing: a trip to Lancaster County and the Long's Park Art & Craft Festival.

For Washington state artist Hulda Bridgeman, the Long's Park show is worth the cross-country trek.

"I've been practicing my craft since 1993, so I have a pretty good idea of what makes a good show," Bridgeman said in a telephone interview from her home in Spokane, Wash. "The Lancaster show draws a knowledgeable public from places like Philadelphia, Baltimore and even Washington, D.C., and New York. Sales are good, and the ambience in the park is just wonderful. Everyone enjoys coming out to look at the art, and this event draws customers both young and old."

Bridgeman's muse isn't canvas or clay, but clothing — specifically, hand-dyed silk clothing.