February 20, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
We’ve seen a ton of shows for fall 2012, and decided to share a couple of our favorite trends that are sure to be big come fall 2012:
[BCBG Max Azria, Chadwick Bell; Images via MBFashionWeek.com]
Gradient Hues
Color blocking hasn’t gone away, but a new color scheme has been creeping it’s way back into popularity through the fashion cycle — gradient colors! BCBG Max Azria certainly worked sun drenched, ochre hues and made them feel fresh by the dalliance of sheer fabrications, while Chadwick Bell piled on the ruffled layers for his salmon-hued version. The combination got a ladylike take at Vivienne Tam with prim and proper pencil skirts and jackets, while Emerson designer Jackie Fraser-Swan let it drip down into a patterned, charcoal-tinged coat. Try out the trend by investing one piece, like a jacket or skirt to pair with basics, or try out an accessory, like a necklace or handbag that gives off a dip-dyed effect.
[J.Mendel, Custo Barcelona; Images via Elle.com]
Embellishment
The Fall 2012 runways blazed embellishment with everything from fringe to embroidery to beads to sequins, and it is a trend we all can incorporate into our wardrobe. For a look that will turn heads, take a cue from J. Mendel and Custo Barcelona with head-to-toe beading and studs. Both ensembles tell a story of experimental spontaneity, fusing classic and contemporary to create a look that is all their own. Or, pull inspiration from Hervé Leger and Tracy Reese. Both designers beautified their collections by adding intricate detail. Whether fringe to create flair or sequins to invoke strength, the self-determination of embellishment makes it quite sublime.
-Alana Quagliariello
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February 18, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Images via Style.com]
Ralph Lauren brought Downtown Abbey alive on the runway during New York Fashion Week with his beautifully elegant, stand out evening dresses ranging to chic menswear with tweed and herringbone jackets topped off with newsboy caps. Flannel and wool trousers in black and brown were paired with vests and long tailored coats with an oversized tie for an exaggerated menswear look. Royal purple, fuchsia, and red made its accent appearances on the runway, as it tied in with a theme of nobility, giving the old English looks a modern twist. The runway switched from day to night, as menswear turned into glamorous, gold and black evening wear. Sequins and embellishments covered slinking evening dresses and tailored evening suits while the accessories stayed true to the overall feel of the collection.
– Ambika Makin
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February 17, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Images via WWD.com]
Black, cream, beige, and burnt orange at Calvin Klein expressed power through the decidedly sleek silhouettes for Fall 2012. A line dresses with silver belts give a playful aspect to an otherwise strong palette. Timeless pieces, including princess seam bodices in leather with cream, A-line skirts hit the runway and can be worn time after time, as per Klein’s design motif. Color blocking with different shades and hues of black and gray give a modern twist on traditional shapes, and wool with leather details give these looks a day to night feel, as a woman could wear them to a business meeting or to cocktails in the evening.
– Ambika Makin
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February 17, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Image via the NYPost.com]
Whitney Port may have finally proven that she can be taken seriously as a designer, after she presented a collection that felt both vintage and fresh simultaneously. With quintessentially feminine cocktail dresses and heavily embellished shorts (love!), Whitney Eve amped up evening wear in a vibe that felt refreshed and perhaps slightly Cali. The shattered, kaleidoscopic prints and luxe velvet fabric felt unusually classic in jewel tones, a rare treasure to behold, when done well. Whereas the peplum blouses, textured cardigans, and laid back suiting are sure to become the go-to work wear for the young, modern girl, Port’s signature layering pieces were present, with the mix up of eclecticism and whimsical femininity that caught our attention. A keen eye like Whitney Port’s may be exactly what today’s girl-on-the-go needs for Fall 2012.
-Alana Quagliariello
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