February 18, 2011
by fashionpulse
[Images via Style.com]
Rachel Roy, a designer most known for her evening wear, is evolving into new territory as her business expands and effortless dressing becomes more of a must. Her F/W 2011 collection certainly was less about evening wear and more about everyday versatility. The collection had an emphasis on layering that made it easy to create looks that could go from day to night. Hefty knits, stripped tops, and even floral harem pants gave the collection a stylish yet accessible feel.
-Dana deBoer
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February 17, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
The Trias self-defined values are “strength, perfection, innovation and last but not least respect”. The models, with tightly tied buns and an air of serious sophistication certainly demanded the respect of the room. Rooted in suede pumps, they wore silks and wools in a neutral palette of grays, browns, and blacks with some rich greens and grayish blues. Delicately spun sheer long-sleeved high-necked shirts peaked out from under a collection of conical dresses and skirts, a couple of chunky sweater-coats, and statement jackets. Classic pieces were skewed towards modernity with asymmetric touches through cross-body draping and dramatically uneven collars. Looks balanced between feminine and authoritative, tailored and fluid, rustic and polished. Blouses buttoned to the top and a couple of secretary dresses screamed “office” but the natural colors, wools, and outerwear seemed best suited for a forest. The Scottish Green Double Apribile Pleated Sleeves Coat stole the show (or at least my heart) and would be perfect in either place, and anywhere in between.
-Heidi Sloane
February 17, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
I found the looks from Simon Spurr‘s Fall 2011 collection to be almost entirely wearable, statement pieces that had purpose as well as a timeless longevity. The textures that Spurr reiterates throughout seasons were top notch; beautifully woven cableknits, chunky wool cuffs and headwear, and suits with a classic sheen. These pieces appeal to men of all ages who are looking for style.
Sophisticated elegance in the tailoring or the pants and jackets have the right amount of edge for an urban businessman. When the show started the palette was very limited to neutral blacks and greys, and as the show progressed he gave warmth to the collection through his burnt orange and mustards. I was captivated by the Manhattan man goes to London feel that emulated through the show. Favorite pieces: brown twead suit, leather half zip poncho, black double breasted military trench, black turtle neck cable knit look with a peacoat and combat boots.
-Benjamin Stelly
February 17, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
[Images via Elle.com]
Per usual, Carlos Miele offered up gorgeous dresses in amazing colorways, however, the makeup from the show should also be noted. Maybelline New York makeup artist Gato created the look for Miele this season, and of course, thanks to Maybelline we know how to duplicate it! Read below for the inspiration and how to recreate this look with affordable Maybelline products you can find at mass retailers nationwide.
-Julia DiNardo
