Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 36

February 27, 2017

NYFW Fall 2017 Trend Report: Power Suiting

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Altuzarra F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Altuzarra F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear; all images via Vogue.com]

Altuzarra F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Altuzarra F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Vivienne Tam F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Vivienne Tam F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Vivienne Tam F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Vivienne Tam F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Tibi F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Tibi F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Tibi F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Tibi F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

The Row F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[The Row F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

The Row F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[The Row F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Nicole Miller F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Nicole Miller F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Jill Stuart F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Jill Stuart F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Jason Wu F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Jason Wu F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Jason Wu F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Jason Wu F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Dion Lee F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Dion Lee F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Dion Lee F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Dion Lee F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Calvin Klein F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Calvin Klein F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Calvin Klein F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Calvin Klein F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Brock Collection F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Brock Collection F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Brandon Maxwell F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Brandon Maxwell F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Brandon Maxwell F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Brandon Maxwell F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Alexander Wang F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Alexander Wang F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Haus Alkire F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Haus Alkire F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

Haus Alkire F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[Haus Alkire F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

3.1 Phillip Lim F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[3.1 Phillip Lim F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

3.1 Phillip Lim F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear

[3.1 Phillip Lim F/W 2017 Ready-to-Wear]

This most recent New York Fashion Week came with newly revived trends from the 80’s and early 90’s, complete with accentuated shoulders, off-the-shoulder tops, voluminous silhouettes, and plenty of ruffles. A standout trend from this category though, was the classic power suit, revamped. With the rise of androgyny on the runway over the past few years, this is not a surprising direction for brands to embark upon. Designers like Calvin Klein, Vivienne Tam, and Jason Wu all showed versions of the menswear-inspired suit look, each with its own unique styling.

Amy Smilovic of Tibi included pinstripe blazers in an extra-oversized fit, while more classically tailored pieces in monochromatic styling appeared on the runway at The Row. At Nicole Miller, edgy, grunge inspired suiting was featured in the collection, complimented by graphic embroidery and dark, smudged eye makeup.

Click through the slideshow above to see other designers’ take on the classic style, sure to be a staple once again this coming fall season.

February 24, 2017

OleHenriksen Skincare Relaunches with Four New Collections

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A lot of brands rest on their laurels with the adage “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it,”  and while the skincare products from OleHenriksen were working superbly well, as of today, the brand has streamlined its ten collections into four, with the addition of a totally new one for the care of oily skin. The collections of Truth, Transform, Nurture, and Balance will be organized and merchandised in coordinating colors for the customer to easily identity which products go with their respective family. The cult favorites such as Truth Serum, Uncover the Truth™ 3-in-1 Melting Cleanser, and the Power Peel can still be found in the brand’s lineup, with some new product additions, all the while still subscribing to the brand’s mantra of exfoliate, treat, and soothe.

I’d love for you to go to Sephora, Sephora.com, or OleHenriksen.com yourself to check out the new ways you can experience the very pragmatic relaunch and its respective products, but here’s a quick guide to finding the line that beast suits your needs:

If you’re looking for products that brighten, fight signs of aging, and offer constant hydration, go with: Truth

If you need products that even skin tone and smooth out texture, go with:  Transform

If your skin really craves hydration and is definitely sensitive, go with: Nurture

If you’re always on the hunt for oil control, pore refinement, reduce shine, go with Balance

Products from OleHenriksen range from $8-$55, and always feature a mix of powerful actives, botanicals, and essential fatty acids.

February 24, 2017

Introducing Dove Men+Care Elements

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Dove has taken their seven year old Dove Men+Care up an aromatic, efficacious notch with the debut of its Elements line, a multi-product lineup that includes body washes, bars, deodorants and shampoos, featuring unique and rather effective ingredients for supreme freshness and cleanliness. Whereas Dove Men+Care has had existing products in these categories, they are now unified via three collections of high-quality, distinct ingredients: Minerals + Sage, Charcoal + Clay, Mineral Powder + Sandalwood.  The properties found in each of these refresh, deep clean, purify, absorb moisture, soothe, while still managing to deliver Dove’s signature foundation of great hydration to the skin. I hate to play favorites, but I’ve go to admit that for me, the scent from the Minerals + Sage collection is highly addictive, which means I will be keeping it fully stocked in my bathroom for Fashion Pulse Hubby!

Dove Men+Care is currently available nationwide in food, drug, and mass outlet stores, at a retail price range of about $5-$8 each.

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February 14, 2017

NYFW Fall 2017 Trend Report: Statement Headpieces

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Adam Selman F/W 2017 RTW

[Adam Selman F/W 2017 RTW; all images via Vogue.com]

Sachin & Babi F/W 2017 RTW

[Sachin & Babi F/W 2017 RTW]

Norma Kamali F/W 2017 RTW

[Norma Kamali F/W 2017 RTW]

Nicopanda F/W 2017 RTW

[Nicopanda F/W 2017 RTW]

Nicholas K F/W 2017 RTW

[Nicholas K F/W 2017 RTW]

Libertine F/W 2017 RTW

[Libertine F/W 2017 RTW]

Lela Rose F/W 2017 RTW

[Lela Rose F/W 2017 RTW]

Kate Spade F/W 2017 RTW

[Kate Spade F/W 2017 RTW]

Jeremy Scott F/W 2017 RTW

[Jeremy Scott F/W 2017 RTW]

Chromat F/W 2017 RTW

[Chromat F/W 2017 RTW]

CG F/W 2017 RTW

[CG F/W 2017 RTW]

Altuzarra F/W 2017 RTW

[Altuzarra F/W 2017 RTW]

Vaquera F/W 2017 RTW

[Vaquera F/W 2017 RTW]

New York Fashion Week is quickly coming to a close, and the most prominent trends from the runways are now making themselves known. Many have not been subtle, as several designers have opted for statement pieces in both clothing and accessories as opposed to minimalism this season. In terms of accessories, one particular stand-out trend has been the headpiece. Designers like Altuzarra, Nicholas K, Lela Rose, and Norma Kamali have incorporated the dramatic accessory into their collections, adding an edge to the styling of each look.

Vaquera’s designers were inspired by the American Dream, while Nicholas K was influenced by street fashion in the 90’s. Sachin & Babi drew from jewels and lively prints found in India; they showed a smaller sized, beaded headpiece paired with a beige embroidered dress. On the subtler, more classic side of things were Kate Spade, Lela Rose, and CG, all of which showed more restrained versions of the accessory.

Click through the slideshow above to see how other designers incorporated one of the more daring accessories into their upcoming Fall/Winter collections.

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