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September 12, 2012

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013: Zang Toi

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The Show: Zang Toi

The Theme: Inspired by romance in the French Riviera, the Zang Toi show felt like a haute couture daydream complete with a dew-like misty air and whimsical French music.

The Color Palette: Ice pink, ice yellow, ice lilac, ivory, black

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: The standouts in the collection included evocative menswear inspired looks and fanciful fairy princess gowns. The looks epitomized a strong, sexy female who nurtures her soft and demure side. Romanticism was at the crux of the assemblage. Expertly tailored blazers and trousers, pleats, ruffles, oversized sleeves and jewel-encrusted accents were abound in the French fantasy.

A black floor-length tailcoat with intricate hand beaded wildflower lining was paired with a silk tuxedo shirt, white bowtie, exposed garters and black silk high-waisted shorts. An ice lilac hand loomed rayon gown was both adorned with a “French Riviera” crystal necklace and unadorned with a sexy back.

-Rebecca Niebel

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September 11, 2012

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 Collections: Norisol Ferrari, Joy Cioci

by fashion pulse contributor

[All images via MBFashionWeek.com]

The Show: Norisol Ferrari

The Theme: “Think the curves of Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth and Rita Moreno. Strong, confident women who command attention, desire and respect.” Translation: red lips, statement hats, the accentuated waist, peplum, and figure flattering dresses.

The Color Palette: Classic, sophisticated neutrals- white, black, grey, nude

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Think “Mad Men”. Think brunch. Think of a strong woman in love. Whether that translates to the amazing black leather-like capris or the sexy corset bodices, and/or final array of gowns, what stood out the most was the sheer confidence in Norisol Ferrari’s models: old and young.

The Show: Joy Cioci

The Theme: Mermaid meets the 1920’s; vintage glam and fantasy make for a true beach party

The Color Palette: Crystal-like ocean blue, purple, pearl and white, and loads of embellishment/lace.

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Joy Cioci managed to make the beach feel highly romantic. Models looked mermaid-esque in lace crop tops, flirty blazers, and pencil/pleated skirts. Dresses moved with models dancing in the sand, and yet, leggings proved to be a must-have for SS13. Swimsuits and swim caps naturally held their own, but it was the unexpected shell embellished dresses and gowns that made bold, however graceful, waves.

PS. — (pictured above): A to-die-for caviar white bubbly nail manicure by CND nails made the look come full cirle

-Alana Quagliariello

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September 9, 2012

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 Collections: Ruffian, Concept Korea

by Julia DiNardo

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The Show: Ruffian Spring/Summer 2013 Runway

The Theme: Toile; A Love of Couture within the context of Williamsburg, Brooklyn

The Color Palette: Subtle tones of springtime- blues, pinks, yellows and whites with hints of navy

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: As hip, cool models walked the runway at the Ruffian show, the audience was invited to hang in the coolest neighborhood, exactly where designers Brian Wolk and Claude Morais live- Williamsburg, Brooklyn. As diverse as the neighborhood that inspired them, the collection focused on the juxtaposition of street style versus runway, baroque with minimalism and luxury fabrics with classic Americana shapes. All topped off with high-poofed hair and Converse Chuck Taylor sneaks, the great designs from Ruffian connected various generations and aesthetics. Highlights included to die for boy blazers, sexy corsets and beautiful blouses, all sporting a Brooklyn-inspired toile pattern created especially for Ruffian. Complimented by ticking stripes and brocades, preppy never looked so bad-ass.

[Image via MBFashionWeek.com]

The Show: Concept Korea Fashion Collective Spring/Summer 2013

The Theme: Five Korean Traditional Colors- The interpretations of the five colors and their meanings: Red symbolizing fire; black for water; blue for tree; white for iron; yellow for ground.

The Color Palette: Red, black, blue, white and yellow

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Concept Korea features five standout designers from the Korean culture. This year’s collaboration included CHOIBOKO by Choi Bo Ko, CRES.E. DIM. by Hongbum Kim, KYE by Kathleen Kye, Lie sang bong by Lie Sang Bong and SON JUNG WAN by Son Jung Wan. While the color palette and theme was focused on the Korean traditional colors, there was nothing traditional about the selected designs displayed by each designer. An array of prints, shapes, drapes and details expertly displayed why Korea and its fashion designers are a force to be reckoned with. In a unique display of fashion, each designer showcased their interpretations on their own mini-stage. The inspiration of color, nature and design crafted the beauty that is Korean design.

–Amanda Zeigler

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September 9, 2012

General Idea Men’s Spring 2013

by fashion pulse contributor

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The Show: General Idea Men’s RTW Spring 2013

The Theme: The Last Lumberjack

The Color Palette: Neutral colors, camo prints and plenty of neon accents

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: General Idea constructed an energetic collection that still maintained a tough, rugged image. Outdoor gear like windbreakers, puffy vests and boat shoes were made current with neon accents and razor sharp cuts. The standout look, seen above, was a camo jacket layered over both an athletic navy windbreaker and a more classic pinstriped shirt. Complimented with lime lace up oxfords and an orange knit beanie, this look proved just how with-it menswear can be.