Are you a newbie to fashion week? Just curious about the logistics? Either way, I’ve got you covered with this video for Style Coalition with the lowdown on the venues, designers, sponsorships, and more!
February 15, 2012
Fall 2012 New York Fashion Week: Elie Tahari, Theia
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Elie Tahari Fall/Winter 2012
The winter season does not have to mean drab and boring — just ask Elie Tahari! The line’s Fall/Winter 2012 collection presentation was anything but dull, consisting of practical separates like silk blouses, fitted trousers and wool coats, but in a color palette ranging from cobalt and plum to emerald and scarlet. It was evident that, according to Elie Tahari, color is the new neutral. Extras such as dyed fur collars and bright red tights only added to the effect. A standout look was a deep red, a-line wool coat with hints of scarlet in the sleeve lining, undoubtedly just as warm as any other winter coat, but with a lot more personality. Despite its brightness, the collection seemed extremely wearable for the modern woman and was a refreshing change from some dark and heavy looks we often drudgingly sport during the winter months.
Theia Fall/Winter 2012
Inspired by the Goddess Athena, the Theia F/W 2012 collection embodied both mythical power and beauty. The line’s runway debut included flowing gowns, cocktail dresses as well as corsets and helmets to create a simultaneously radiant yet fierce visual. Armored embroideries, distressed sequins, metal chains, and crushed pearl accompanied the looks made of silk, velvet, georgette, organza, and leather to embody the powerful yet luminescent Greek Goddess of light. Although the collection was predominantly black and deep purple, dramatic looks like a striking, hammered silver sequin gown brought an overall warmth and vibrancy to the collection. As creative director Don O’Neill expressed in the event’s program, the collection sought to convey “power, radiance, and glittering light,” and its juxtaposition of unrelenting edginess and classic, glamorous beauty did just that.
– Samantha Kufeld
February 15, 2012
NYFW Fall 2012 Backstage Hair and Beauty at Joy Cioci
New York Fashion Week Backstage Interviews were a blast this season; here I interviewed behind-the-scenes at Joy Cioci for Style Coalition with NARS International Lead Makeup Stylist Uzo, and Tommy Buckett of Marie Robinson Salon.
February 15, 2012
Fall 2012 Fashion Week: Naeem Khan
We started off the Naeem Khan fall 2012 experience backstage with James Boehmer, NARS Director of Global Artistry, who told us the look is “all about the liner paired with radiant skin.” He used the Eyeliner Stylo, a new item for NARS coming out in fall 2012 paired with the Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara to create the cool, graphic eye look, while Laurent Philippon for Bumble & Bumble thought of an easy, slouchy French twist made to look spontaneous and a bit messy with pieces coming out in the front for added softness. Since the clothing were largely in a palette of silver, cream, and black, CND’s Angi Winkle used two coats of Bloodline to add “a pop of color to the collection.”
[Image via MBFashionWeek.com]
Inspired by the “decadence and dust of India,” Khan stated that it took ” hundreds of artisans and three months to put together. This collection is a blend of various ancient artistic techniques used on both bodies and textiles, coming together in a vision fit for the 21st century.” The lineup was indeed gorgeous, meant for red carpet dressing or luxurious lounging, as Khan stays true to his quality and craftsmanship, which trumps all trends and fads.
–Julia DiNardo
