March 22, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
Sorry for the play on words in the title, but I just couldn’t resist! The week was off to a great start with the man himself, Kenneth Cole, hosting an event at his welcoming West Side spot.
[With Ingo Wilts, Creative Director of Kenneth Cole]
[Fancy, furry, footwork at Kenneth Cole for fall 2011]
[Yep, they’ve got a case of the (faux) furries at Kenneth Cole]
Photos by Craig Arend
Last night was another magical one spent at Kenneth Cole productions, the showroom and office space for Kenneth Cole’s eponymous label since its inception. On display was the new fall 2011 collection just mentioned on the cover of Women’s Wear Daily and certainly a great site to behold, as envisioned by Kenneth Cole Creative Director Ingo Wilts and the classic James Dean film Rebel Without A Cause. Although we are finally coming out of the doldrums of winter, I wouldn’t mind heading right back into it with one of these new coats and sturdy boots in tow! Here are some sneak peeks of the fall 2011 collection, as well as some pics to get the ambiance from the night. After we chatted with Kenneth, there was a screening of the film, which I had never seen all the way through. Never-ending snacks were served (I ate too many gummy bears!), and as a terrific addition to the night, I was one of three people to win a Kenneth Cole shopping spree- yippee! Stay tuned for more on what I pick soon.
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March 22, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
Like this! There’s nothing more classic than dark jeans and white tee, and styled with some personal favorites (like my Subversive Jewelry for Target necklace, green jade ring, and Alice + Olivia for Payless buckle-up wedges) it becomes assimilated into my weekend wardrobe. This pair of flare jeans (yes the flare is back – go with it!) will be coming out this spring, available in about a month via YMIJeans.com, and are similar to these classic flare jeans. YMI is great because they are on trend and extremely affordable; jeans range from $38-$48 at retail, and can be found at select specialty and JCPenney locations.
-Julia DiNardo
Disclosure: these jeans were given to Fashion Pulse Daily for editorial review by YMI Jeans.
March 22, 2011
by fashionpulse
[Images via Elle.com]
Balmain
Considering how much Balmain’s Christophe Decarnin has worked the 70s era into the house’s collections, it’s no surprise that there was a Ziggy Stardust energy on the Fall 2011 runway. Bib-fronted tuxedo shirts, glittering jumpsuits with pencil-thin suspenders, and a girl-meets-the-man-who-fell-to-earth cut in his always incredible jackets. The volume on the rock n’ roll wasn’t as high this season, but that won’t stop Balmain die-hards like Rihanna from picking up a few pieces.
[Images via Elle.com]
Maison Martin Margiela
While the Maison Martin Margiela Fall 2011 collection may seem straight-forward, it certainly had its share of contrasts; dainty floral patterns amid matte leather, clean blocks of color that peel away to reveal an opposing layer, courtesy of lengthy vertical and horizontal zippers, jackets and dresses that moonlighted as coats. The textures were fascinating as well; patent leather was paired with knits, while another look matched fur with a simple sweatshirt. Like earthy caterpillars, the models seemed to be shedding a layer, ready to emerge as something else entirely.
[Images via Elle.com]
Jean Paul Gaultier
Sporting bouffant silver beehives, the parade of models on Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fall 2011 runway looked more like chic librarians than his usual Dita Von Teese-infused woman. Yet the Von Teese inspiration was never too far away; amid the flowing tweeds, pinstripes, and buttoned-up print blouses were wrapped leather skirts, tightly-netted lace catsuits and tights, and fur. The overall aesthetic may not have been quite risqué, but there was still some sensuality simmering beneath those tight collars.
-Kaci Hamilton
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March 21, 2011
by fashionpulse
Studded Velvet Flats from Forever 21 are the perfect addition to any woman’s footwear collection. Available in Olive and only $19.80, theses flats are chic and easy to wear from day to night. Wear them with dark wash skinny jeans or pair them with black tights for an evening out. Flats never go out of style, so scoop these up today!
-Dana deBoer
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