February 26, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Images via Style.com]
Gucci
There’s definitely omething Dracula-esque about Gucci’s Fall 2012 line; Frida Giannini contrived an esoteric feel with deep, opaque velvets contrasted against skin-showing slits and sheer gauzy blouses. The slouchy pants are the true standout piece lavishing a strong menswear mood. Nonetheless, Giannini knows how to formulate strong feminine dresses and skirts in somber velvets, luscious plums, and vivid greens. She didn’t dispense of color heavily, but subtly invoked a nocturnal theme with capes, military jackets and riding boots. The final looks left us yearning for more of that divine leopard jacquard. Magnificenza segreto!
-Alana Quagliariello
September 25, 2011
by fashion pulse contributor
[All Images via ELLE.com]
Gucci
As Gucci celebrates its 90th birthday, the SS12 collection ushers in a welll-maintained, clean silhouette with a primarily black palette. Androgynous lines yielded boxy jackets and high-waisted pants, yet a bright turoise-green hue kept it more feminine. In addition, there was an incredible throwback to the flapper-era with flirty retro dresses. While not as luxe as the Fall 2011 collection, Frida Giannini ensured her design prowess in the architectural shapes and her expertise with leather and embroidery that any woman can appreciate and dutifully wear.
Versace
Picture mermaid meets rock star meets Greek goddess and you’ve got Versace for Spring 2012. Underwater motifs with seashells, seahorses and starfish were shown in light shades of mint green, lavender, and dove grey. Gold studs covered bodices and skirts or embellished belts to accentuate the waist. There is nothing more crisp than a white suit, and nothing more “Donatella” than a green mini dress or Lucite platforms. Clean, sexy, and sophisticated, Versace knows how to dress a red carpet siren. With Versace for H&M set to hit stores in November, we can all get a portion of that glowing star quality soon!
Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta’s spring collection was as opulent as it was bright (deep violet, blood red, chocolate, and emerald); not to mention the array of incredible handbags, in ostrich, lizard and crocodile. Drawing on both the references of technology and handicrafts, Tomas Maier matched urban crewnecks with pleated skirts and leather jackets with long, fringed scarves. The collection ended on a high note with a rainbow of dresses and gowns folded intricately with mesh and chiffon encouraging second and third glances.
-Alana Quagliariello
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September 1, 2010
by fashionpulse
From Sept 3 – 6, you can die and go to outlet shopping heaven at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. In addition to the usual 25-65% off retail prices, the outlets will host a mother of a Labor Day Weekend sale, where shoppers will get even further discounts at over 220 stores.
Enjoy reduced prices and in-store promotions at Balenciaga, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, J.Crew, Banana Republic, Prada, Coach, Burberry, American Eagle Outfitters, Rock and Republic, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Neiman Marcus Last Call and more. You may not be able to fit it all in one weekend, but with stores open from 9am to 9pm, you can certainly try!
For even more discounts, sign up to the VIP Shopper Club, where members enjoy email updates, inside info on their fave brands, online coupons and vouchers and free online access to the VIP lounge.
The outlets are located at 498 Red Apple Court, Central Valley, New York and you can give them a call at 845.928.4000 or visit the website for both driving and public transportation directions.
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