September 10, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
by Abbey Potts
As spring revives our spirits after the long winter months (and gets us excited for the warmer weather and longer days of summer), designs echoed these sentiments by providing us with a fresh play on proportion. Hang on to your crops and culottes, ladies: these trends are back for an encore that deserves a standing ovation!
A MOI captured the balance of structure and femininity in her collection, inspired by the dynamic movements of the planet Mercury, envisioned as the home of the lead character from designer Alejandra Alonso’s favorite childhood book, The Little Prince. The straight and cropped shapes of the design house’s toppers helped balance the feminine swing of the high-waisted full skirts and wide leg bottoms, varying between delicate pastel and classic neutral shades.
Daniel Silverstain captured the trend by infusing the inspiration of modern architecture and vibrant decor of Montreal. Silverstain pushed the limits of proportion in the best way possible: pairing form-fitting bandeaus tops with sleek, high–waisted skirts in bold colors and textures, high-waisted culottes with a loose fitting, double layer bandeau top and (one of my favorites), playing on the proportion trend by using sheer organza with jacquard to create the illusion of shorts within pants.
Inspired by the whimsical contrast of hot air balloons overlooking The Savannah and hand painted African patterns, WHiT incorporated its signature element of flair and whimsy into the mix and match trend by layering a knee length, crisp white cotton button down shirt dress under a preppy high-waisted and tiered mini skirt. Keeping true to the playful dynamic of the designs, designer Whitney Pozgay also showcased crisp wide-leg culottes and printed asymmetrical skirts with structured crops twisted into an undone knot; a detail that captures the designer’s humor and artistic sense at play.
-Abbey is a Sorrelli NYFW Correspondent
February 23, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
-Lily Oswald
[Images via Pamella Roland]
Pamella Roland’s Fall 2015 collection’s motif was a smoking hot trip to Paris, circa 1970. She credited inspiration from Alicia Drake’s The Beautiful Fall, a journalist’s account of the sumptuous lives of Yves St. Laurent and Karl Lagerfeld, as young designers in France living loudly in one of the sexiest decades ever. Models at Roland’s show were sent down the runway in sky-high go-go boots, short hemlines, and sporting big, luscious locks.
For the first time, billowing black pants (opposed to a dress) started the show, followed by evening looks in dark palette with a heavy jacquard chinoiserie theme. For the more casual of looks, a jeweled crewneck sweater and suede miniskirt embodied the rich, earthy, je ne se quoi as one of the favorite looks from the collection. Further styled with caged veil fascinators and smoky eyes, the sensuality and mystery transported us just for a moment to Paris in the 70’s. Now that’s always a good idea.
February 19, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
by Michael Regester
[Image Courtesy of Skingraft/Randy Brooke]
Skingraft’s fall/winter 2015 collection exuded design expertise with a collection of juxtaposing hard and soft elements. The lineup showcased strong, structured leather outerwear paired with softer jersey and cashmere while maintaining the brand’s rather refined motif for the season. The looks, although edgy, stuck to a simple color palette of bone, white, black, and grey while featuring pops of maroon intermittently. All looks featured were highly wearable pieces easily displaying how the runway can translate into our every day lives. The LA based-brand definitely understand how important it is to stay fashionable, and warm, during winter!
Michael Costello’s collection seems to have been greatly influenced by the success of Beyoncé’s Grammy dress last year, as the garments featured similar silhouettes and fabrics but in a more telling black motif. Even though the collection was almost entirely comprised of black, an air of romance was still present, which enhancing the seductive overarching nature of the lineup. Costello has also officially announced his intention on making a foray into menswear with three looks featured during the show. Although the collection showcased the evolution of Costello’s designs, the final look, a flowing silver dress (pictured above), reminded us of the signature Costello opulence the designer is most known for.
February 16, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
by Andrea Folino
[Images via Style.com]
Marissa Webb has been able to develop a look that’s very, well Marissa Webb, cultivating a cohesive, signature look that has been a standout in a sea of hundreds of shows each season, which certainly is no easy feat. Each look that came down the runway this season left the viewer craving more, as Webb is a true layering master, balancing the juxtaposition of feminine, lace and filmy fabrics paired with tough leather and menswear-inspired blazers and structured jackets.
Clearly influenced by and dedicated to the modern professional woman, Webb has taken the power suit and turned it into something any gal, regardless of her style or age, would yearn to wear. From the herringbone prints to the flouncy, airy skirts, to the surprise injection of buttery pinks and reds, her collection was one that could be walked away from with true inspiration for carefully reinventing your own closet, one investment piece at a time.