February 16, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
From our friends at thefind.com:
While traditionally reserved for cozy winter trends, ugly Christmas sweater parties, and general bundle-up weather, knitwear isn’t only for guarding yourself against the bitter cold. In fact, a knit sweater skirt can serve as an integral part of your tricky between-seasons style transition. It can be tough looking chic during the awkward winter-to-spring transition when it’s a bit too warm to rely on your cold-weather digs, but not quite warm enough to break out the Spring break wear, but a sweater skirt has you covered when it comes to further customizing your look to suit the unpredictable weather at hand. For example, this Tommy Hilfiger cable knit sweater skirt is nice and cozy when paired with tights and a crisp tailored top, but can be warmed up for spring with the right lightweight silky blouse and espadrille wedges. The same can be said for this J. Crew sweater pencil skirt – it’s the perfect mix of warm but breathable, and its stretchy knit allows for maximum curve-hugging appeal. And don’t forget to jump on spring’s midi skirt trend – this Marc by Marc Jacobs Jacosta sweater skirt allows you to get a head start on the look by rocking the trend now while it’s still chilly out!
– Alexandra Gambardella
February 16, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
The growing presence of nails on the runway was evident backstage at Marchesa, where Deborah Lippmann for Beauty.com spoke with me about how important it is that nails are now a part of the look, and how luxury designers are interpreting nail color. Lippmann created several looks for the collection, which was inspired by the 1987 William Adolphe Bouguereau paining, “A Soul Brought to Heaven.” She used the shades Single Ladies, Baby Love, Stairway to Heaven, Fade to Black, Stardust, and Nefertiti to represent fire angels, dark angels, and angelic angels found in the painting. Who says you can’t compare fashion and beauty to 19th century art?
-Julia DiNardo
February 16, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
It was a journey-with Iris Apfel, the program notes read, which inspired Ms. Mastroianni to think about what the fashion lover might wear around the world. NYC to Paris, and onto Asia, the collection featured ornate gowns, organza and chenille fabrics, and intricate, artisan execution of the detailing such as hand-embroidery and shirred organza. 
Despite the occurrence and curious turn of events surrounding Zelda Kaplan at the show, the season’s collection should be the focal point, as it was indeed a glorious, triumphant moment in evening wear this season, putting a smile on Ms. Apfel’s face as she walked the runway with Ms. Mastroianni at the end, something that I’m sure Ms. Kaplan would want to be the focus.
-Julia DiNardo
February 16, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Image via WWD.com]
Proenza Schouler played with serious proportions during New York Fashion Week this season; oversize jackets and boxy silhouettes in heavy fabrics with leather and quilted details hit the runway, as judo, fencing, and karate sports ran alongside the idea of protection as a heavy inspiration on the collection. Designers, Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough took Asian inspirations from their recent visit to Bhutan, which were seen throughout the color palette of white, cream, black, and rust. Proenza Schouler’s mix of clean and asymmetrical silhouettes with this particular color palette was far from lackluster, as the attention to leather and embroidery details within the pieces were exceptional, especially with the multi-color leather weaved mini skirts paired with an large than life crewneck sweater. Each piece was more unique than the last, making it almost impossible to wait for the collection to hit the stores!
– Ambika Makin
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