September 20, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
While watching dozens of shows this month for the Spring 2013 collections, it was hard not to glance across the runway and notice the dozens of raised arms, holding cell phones or iPads, documenting the looks live as they came down the runway. Seconds later, those exact same looks were sent out via Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or any other of the myriad of social media channel, which meant anyone in the world with access to a smartphone or computer with internet access could see what the select crew of guests at a runway show just witnessed. Amazing right? Even those with front row seats, the best seats in the house, whipped out phones to share their unique experience with the web.
After covering fashion week for nine years, the emergence of new technology has significantly improved what it’s like for me to be organized, have convenient and useful devices, and simplify the steps involved to completing my work and meet deadlines. Continue reading…
September 19, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
I always get so bummed around Labor Day, when the change in the season is eminent, and I must come to terms that my favorite season, the glorious summer, is coming to a close. Do you get melancholy when a particular season ends?
I always consider it an added bonus when, in September, the temperature soars above 80 degrees, and this week granted one of those days. I had to break out my incredibly light, full-length pleated Michael by Michael Kors skirt and a tissue thin LAmade tee, paired with a lightweight cardigan in order to not freeze in air-conditioned buildings. Overall. it was a good summer, of fashion, travel and fun, and now onto what lies ahead with the fall! And hey, now we can enthusiastically try out those trends we spotted on the runways in February for fall 2012!
Outfit Credits:
LAmade Basic V-Neck (Courtesy of LAmade)
Michael Michael Kors Skirt (Courtesy of T.J.Maxx/Marshalls)
J.Crew Yellow Cardigan
Land’s End Yellow Denim Flats
Kate Spade Quilted Handbag
Kohl’s Simply Vera, Vera Wang O-Ring Chain Necklace
MiMi by Sorrelli Chain Necklace (Courtesy of Sorrelli)
-Julia DiNardo
September 18, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Images via Style.com]
The Trend: Cutouts
Peek-a-boo clothing has allowed skin to make a tenacious statement. Sliced and slivered in every fashionable form, cutouts found their way in to many collections for Spring/Summer 2013. Alexander Wang, for example, mastered this trend by elevating deconstruction to a new level. The LBD with side cutouts was only a taste of what was to follow with the white cotton shirt dresses nearly chopped into pieces. Jason Wu went provocative in the most positive of ways as dresses divvied out strong shoulders and chests. The brilliant Michael Kors also confronted this trend by seamlessly portioning the female body. Karlie Kloss came down the runway with purpose and poise, a moment sure to be remembered in New York Fashion Week SS13.
-Alana Quagliariello
[Image via ELLE.com]
The Trend: Prints
Not every designer can pull off using prints, nor can everyone can easily pull off the all-over printed look. One exception, however is the casual, tribal feeling of many prints that I saw for spring 2013. The style felt bold and vibrant, yet found in silhouettes that can actually translate to be very comfortable. I could see myself wearing some of these printed pieces to the beach, while others are perfectly suited to wear to my favorite concert/show. A favorite was Mara Hoffman’s perfectly engineered prints that season after season, never fail to disappoint!
-Jen Scherpenseel
[Image via ELLE.com]
The Trend: Leather with feminine details
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September 18, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Image via MBFashionWeek.com]
Custo Barcelona
Spring 2013 revealed a washed, eclectic palette complete with transparent fabric and loads of layers.
[Image via WWD.com]
Carmen Marc Valvo
Elegant and gorgeous as ever, we were lovely every single piece that made its way down the runway, taking special note of the FABULOUS shoes, made by H.H. Brown footwear.
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