September 18, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
It’s not every day that you spend a morning among an array of tastefully arranged holiday décor, perfect for the fall, outdoor entertaining, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. T.J.Maxx and Marshalls has the perfect home accents that you’ll love to incorporate into your celebrations and traditions, with some of my favorites pictured in the slideshow above.
Since you most likely won’t want to spend a lot on seasonal decorations, there’s no reason that you will have to, or ever will, especially when you shop at these stores. Over the years, my mom has furnished my apartment with holiday tea towels, for practically every occasion, proudly leaving the price tags on to show me what a great deal they were, all purchased at T.J.Maxx and Marshalls! Enjoy my top picks, which include some super cute salt and pepper shakers, along with some home organization and cleaning supplies, and gourmet food items (in the most well-designed, cool packaging, of course).
September 17, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
by Christine Neumann
As New York Fashion Week draws to a close , we can’t help but now look forward to the season ahead, with visions of florals and tropical breezes top of mind. Designers translated those warm breezes and floral-printed confections into flowing, voluminous silhouettes. Spring 2016 still echoes the presence of bohemian ideals, however this time around, designers and brands have elevated the garments with luxurious fabrics and distinct prints.
The Parsons MFA runway show for emerging student talent displayed a range of design techniques and aesthetics, but one particular standout was the work of Mayako Kano of New Zealand. Photographs from early 20th century Japan inspired her collection, and showed full skirts and flowing dresses with a garden of colored embroidery. The lineup had a feeling of weightlessness, even when using heavily embroidered silken fabric, the intricate floral designs made garments looks dainty, while other pieces were found in airy, sheer fabrics that lent an ethereal feeling to the voluminous silhouettes.
[Image via Cynthia Rowley; Photo by William Eadon]
Cynthia Rowley sartorially captured the beach this season, in a collection showen via a video presentation. The runway show, which was shot on a beach in Montauk, New York used flying drones to make the audience feel as if they were there on the sand. Breezy maxi dresses were shown in shining black fabric with elegant pastel floral designs tactfully incorporated into the designs. Rowley brought in brighter hues through loose fitting silk garments and sparkling embellishments, all evoking the feeling of warm winds and gorgeous sunsets on the beach.
Christine is a Sorrelli New York Fashion Week Correspondent
September 17, 2015
by Julia DiNardo
Photos by Giafrese
After spending about eight years living in midtown west, the new home of, or at the very least, an integral part of New York Fashion Week this season, I can say with assurance that it candidly displays picturesque, “New York grit” to a “T”. It can be industrial, and rough around the edges, and quite possibly, give away a very fashion “look” in photographs.
At least…that’s what I’m hoping! I think there were some cool shapes, via building columns and mechanical things, that lent an avant-garde aura of this massive concrete jungle to the images. The sturdy, stiff nature of my dress and bag play well with the background, with softness and femininity reintroduced into the look thanks to my waved hair’s movement, a slash of bright lipstick, and sparkling jewels.
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September 16, 2015
by fashion pulse contributor
by Rose Fritch
Collections for spring 2016 show an affection for bold color statements and historically inspired silhouettes. Harbison brightened the runway with rich, bold, largely androgynous color. Accents of bright red, yellow and navy paired well with the ivory and pale blue tones that were the foundation of his palette. Pants were long and flared with sailor style button details. Skirts varied in length but regardless of the shape, they ended in a ruffle, pleat or mermaid flair. Classic sheath and shirt dresses were inspired by a decade long past, but they were made current with unexpected lacing and fish net details. Some of the models wore modern, oversized statement earrings and long pendants, while others traded in their jewelry for over-the-top embellishment like buttons, sashes and bows.
Michael Costello’s spring collection boasts rich saturated color which paired beautifully with his signature flowing gowns. The use of monochromatic pink, green, and sunflower yellow gave his collection a fun but decidedly feminine look. Dresses were long and flowing, and shirt sleeves and pant legs were accentuated with a flare. Lacing was used throughout his collection which added interest to his designs. Rhinestone belts, sparkling crowns and oversized chest pieces made an enchanting, regal statement. His solid, bright colors were the perfect back drop for the non-traditional old world style jewelry pieces.
Rose is a Sorrelli New York Fashion Week Correspondent
