November 1, 2008
by fashionpulse
Images from InStyle.com
It’s all about Shalom – Shalom Harlow that is, for Victor & Rolf’s S/S 2009 collection. As the sole model for the entire collection, once again V&R did something unconventional by showing their new looks via a video presentation where Shalom appeared over, and over, and over again. We loved the deep red eye shadow seen on Shalom, along with their geometric zig zag lines and palette of large red, black, and white. The 21-piece collection managed to cover both casual and couture looks, in fabrics ranging from jersey to chiffon and satin.
— Julia DiNardo
October 30, 2008
by fashionpulse
- images from InStyle.com
While contemplating Charles Darwin, Alexander McQueen’s “survival of the fittest” collection made for most-memorable show in a bevy of aspects; from the revolving earth installation in the backdrop to the myriad of endangered species taxidermied animals lining the runway, McQueen sure knows how to put on quite a show, or rather, see a motif through to the end. The clothes themselves moved from natural elements and motifs in soft fabrications and intricate drapings into a futuristic foray destined to embody the harsh reality of industrialization. Engineered prints of florals and fringe ruled the day, and the final send-off by McQueen was the zinger that tied the collection together; he appeared for his bow in a fuzzy bunny suit.
~Julia DiNardo
October 25, 2008
by fashionpulse
IMG has pulled out of the deal with Smashbox Studios for fashion week in LA, but we still are quite interestedin what the sunshine state has to offer. We chose several shows to review from this last outing with IMG:
Marissa Ribisi and Sophia Bank’s collection for L.A. Fashion Week was the definition of laidback West Coast style with slouchy everything. The collection featured nature-inspired graphics including our new favorite– the leopard print, on airy blouses and dresses, and pants sprinkled with bold red flowers. We loved how they mixed formal pieces with casual pieces by pairing things like a blazer with a pajama-like tank and shorts. This youthful line presents the perfect outfits to soak up the sun in.
While we’re devoted Team Conrad supporters, we found the Lauren Conrad Collection to be very…uninspiring. There was nothing new or inventive about her looks. We’ve seen plain tanks tucked into high waisted skirts before—on Lauren herself. The clothes and the hairstyles made the models look like LC clones. Her saving grace were the embellished headbands, a style that we saw at Diane Von Furstenberg and Alexander McQueen this season, but unfortunately most of them just looked tacky. This reality star needs to step up her game if she wants to be taken seriously in the fashion industry.
For Crispin & Basilio, designer Donny Barrios achieved what Lauren Conrad was striving for — he transformed the street style of LC’s beloved tank and high-waisted skirt into a sophisticated and unique look. He used textured metallic and creped fabrics, and added long vests and pretty sheer blouses to the style. Although most of the collection had a New York feel to it, the John Lennon shades gave it some signature L.A. flavor.
— Sarah Ferguson
October 19, 2008
by fashionpulse
Images from Elle.comSimplistic, one-dimensional, and refined? Of course not, it’s Louis Vuitton! Marc Jacobs created a throng of bold and eccentric looks for the iconic Parisian fashion house’s spring line. As the models strutted by, it was difficult to know even where to look. The brightly colored necklaces? The sequined-encrusted mini skirts? Or the leopard printed bags? If a blouse was plain, it was sheer, if a blazer was taupe, it was layered over a bright yellow shirt. Our favorite look was a compound of trends: a collage of feathers, metallic python and leopard print, chic wide leg pants, plaid, a blue blouse, and the coolest aviators we’ve ever seen. We never thought we would use all of those words in the same sentence, but that’s the beauty of Marc Jacobs’ unforgettable spring collection.
