September 12, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
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Concept Korea is described as a “global fashion project” that is now celebrating it’s eighth season. These shows are supported by the Korean government in order to publicize Korea’s fashion culture to the international market while helping Korean designers gain attention on a more global scale.
This year’s show featured four brands who showcased their unique talents and collections. One collection from Big Park by Park Youn Soo in particular drew inspiration from a folk art image of a phoenix and this colorful motif was stitched on pieces such as jackets, dresses and shorts. Each collection succeeded in getting large rounds of applause from the audience and everyone walked away with a better understanding of what Korea has to offer in the world of design.
Pieces from Bennis Costume
Fashion Shenzhen is a platform that showcases leading designers hailing from China’s third largest city, Shenzhen. Presented during New York Fashion Week, the presentation involved installations and pop up boutiques from 15 international designers whose collections ranged from preppy polo looks to evening wear gowns that would be readily adopted into many American closets. Showing in New York helps these designers reach a larger, more international market and as the saying goes, if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere.
September 12, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
What’s Fashion Week with a party or two thrown into the mix? For the debut of it’s new line of eyewear and to celebrate it’s latest campaign, G-Star Raw hosted a launch party at the High Line Hotel complete with some stellar musical performances. Fronting the campaign was musician Sergio Pizzorno and Russian Marinsky Ballet member Keenan Kampa.
As the party got underway, Pizzorno’s band Kasabian performed their latest songs following an introduction by Kampa. In between sets, guests were able to view the new collection of G-Star Eyewear, that included styles that featured classic aviators, frames with exposed screws and industrial designed pieces. These sharp and sleek shades are perfect for both men and women, and are even more fitting for sun protection with the recent heat wave we’ve been experiencing this week. With this party, G-Star showed it was alright for us to wear our sunglasses at night.
September 12, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
[Image via ELLE.com]
The Show: Reem Acra
The Theme: ’70s disco glamour
The Color Palette: Black, Gold, Orange, and Red
The Collection’s Signature, Standout Look: All that glitters was sent down the runway for Reem Acra‘s nightlife inspired collection. While there were a few houndstooth pieces that were grounded in the daytime, it was the party dresses and gowns that really caught our eye. A golden draped one shoulder column dress recalled the glamorous days of Studio 54 and would transform any girl into the reigning queen of the party. Essential ingredients of tulle, chiffon and silk were scattered throughout the final gowns that could easily transition from walking the red carpet to burning up the dance floor.
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September 12, 2013
by fashion pulse contributor
[Image via ELLE.com]
The Show: Zimmerman
The Theme: The Circus
The Color Palette: Gold, Black, white, silver softened by pastel shades of pink
The Collection’s Signature, Standout Look: With a show entitled “The Ringmaster” and the circus as your point of inspiration, one can only expect guady leotards and sequins that are best left at the sideshow. But in designer Nicky Zimmermann’s hands, the circus is given a new and flirty update for spring. Combining elements of hard and soft with a black satin top that featured diagonal cutouts over a ruffled skirt with subtly painted clown faces, you’ll feel confident enough to walk the tight rope with any one of these showstopping looks.
A look from A.I. student Michael Doyle
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They say that practice makes perfect. So giving design students the chance to show a collection at Lincoln Center is definitely a perfect way to start practicing if you want a career in fashion. Showcasing ten upcoming talents from the Art Institute in New York, the collections displayed a whole range of inspirational looks. Though these were students showing, there was nothing amateur about the level of skill each of these designers possessed. From pieces that were modern and streamlined to ensembles that featured theatrical draping and volume, each student presented their own vision for how they want to dress people for the future. With a fresh outlook on design, these students are sure to make a place for themselves at the tents for many seasons to come.
