February 19, 2011
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Diane Von Furstenberg’s F/W 2011 collection entitled, “American Legends,” was anything but minimalist. Wide-brimmed hats set the tone, paired with silken dresses, printed pants, and all things signature to the brand. Diane von Furstenberg obviously has no fear of color or asertive prints, as decades have proved, and vibrant hues were present throughout with the most standouts found in various hues of green.
-Dana deBoer
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February 18, 2011
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Kate and Laura Mulleavy’s inspiration for this season’s Rodarte collection was undoubtedly the American Plains. The color palette was neutral and earthy-with the exception of the bright red show closer. The collection was steeped with silk gowns, long skirts, and leather pieces. It was also exquisitely hand-crafted. The appliqué on the pinafore tops and skirts was appliquéd were not made by a machine, reinforcing the high price point of these items.
-Dana deBoer
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February 18, 2011
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Rachel Roy, a designer most known for her evening wear, is evolving into new territory as her business expands and effortless dressing becomes more of a must. Her F/W 2011 collection certainly was less about evening wear and more about everyday versatility. The collection had an emphasis on layering that made it easy to create looks that could go from day to night. Hefty knits, stripped tops, and even floral harem pants gave the collection a stylish yet accessible feel.
-Dana deBoer
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February 17, 2011
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Malandrino
Y-3
Suno
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February 13th, proved to be yet another successful day at Fashion Week. Three stand-out designers were Malandrino,Y-3, and Suno, who all brought varying forms of design to the table. Malandrino used her French advantage to the fullest, with furs and evening dresses in deep jewel tones. The dresses were not only exquisite, but figure flattering with strategic ruching, enhanced décolletage, and empire waists. Y-3, a performance based label by Yoji Yamato, took the design aesthetic to a whole other level. The clothes looked like they could be used to deter the elements rather than to conquer the elliptical. The styles were both militaristic and pioneered with protective shapes covering the body. On the contrast, Suno a 2-year-old label was a exploration of timelessness— with their inspiration found in the elderly. With wallpaper like prints and a sophisticated palette with pops of bright colors, the tunics and skirts were anything but dapper, and always, ultra-chic.
-Dana deBoer
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