Posted in Runway Looks, Trends on Feb 18th, 2009
[Images via Style.com] What if working in fashion was always as frenetic as fashion week? I would have to say “no thanks” in that case! Here they are — the day 5 show reviews — it was a busy one! Marc by Marc Jacobs: Not surpsigingly it was an 80s-inspired collection, complete with oversized hipster [...]
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Posted in Runway Looks on Feb 18th, 2009
[Images Via Zimbio.com & Style.com] So many shows…so little time to sleep! Jill Stuart: Overly girly with an edge, the stand-out of the collection were the filmy, voluminous gorilla sleeves. I love that somehow Jill Stuart has the magic power to make an abundance of ruffles look rocker and edgy. Tony Cohen: The former Pittsburgh [...]
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Posted in Industry Buzz & Events on Feb 17th, 2009
I’m already a fan of the mega Japanese retailer Uniqlo, frequently visiting the store in Soho and picking up items for my Mom, boyfriend, Dad, and of course myself. I am thrilled to report the following Designers Invitation Project lineup (as written about in WWD): Launching in March: Steven Alan for women Opening Ceremony for [...]
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Posted in Runway Looks, Trends on Feb 16th, 2009
Five more days of fashion week fabulousness to go! Below is a wrap up of Day 3 (Sunday) shows and presentations: Herve Leger by Max Azria: Bondage is taken to the next level with futuristic puffs, sharp shoulder edges, leather paillettes and metallic detailing — loved it! Lela Rose: Sticking to her uptown girl theme, [...]
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Posted in Runway Looks on Feb 15th, 2009
The fashion week fatigue is already beginning to set in, and we must trudge on, fueled by the free McCafe coffee inside of the tents! A recap of Saturday’s shows: Karen Walker: Karen departed from her more casual, sporty roots for a sophisticated lady with a sense of humor; working trump l’oeil details to perfection. [...]
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