[All Images via Elle.com]

[J. Mendel Spring 2011 Collection]
Amazing Draping & Pleating
Designers weren’t afraid to show off their deft skills at draping and pleating this season, as horizontal, perfectly laid draping (seen above) and rich, Fortuny-like pleats added an air of ladylike classicism to Spring 2011′s runways.

[Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2011 Collection]

That 70′ Show

Every season boasts a general consensus of inspiration from decades past, and this time around the ’60s and ’70s most visibly reined. Everyone was talking about the Marc Jacobs and Marc by Marc Jacobs collections that heavily mimicked the 1970s vibe with everything from the hair and sunglasses to the free flowing silhouettes, fabrications, and color palettes.
-Julia DiNardo

[Nicole Miler Spring 2011 Collection]

Spotless Whites
This season I was very much in love with the use of pristine whites on the runway. It added a particular grace to each of the garments. Made from delicate chiffons and silks, these pieces were simple and tasteful. The flowing white fabrics were alluring, with hints of sophistication as well as seduction. The way the material clung to the body showed a true appreciation for the feminine form and highlighted the extraordinary talent of these inspiring designers.

[Z Spoke by Zac Posen Spring 2011 Collection]

Playful Prints

Who doesn’t love bright colors and eye-catching patterns?  I sure do! My favorite looks this fashion week were the fabulously, funky designs of Zac Posen and Rachel Antonoff. Their quirky baby doll dresses in blues, greens, yellows, and reds were brilliantly conceived and tons of fun! Each look had such a fresh, youthful spirit. Perfect for a girl who simply loves life!
-Claire Schmidt

[Runway Images via Style.com]

Without a doubt, Fashion Pulse Daily absolutely loves Justin Giunta and his Subversive Jewelry line — we really cannot get enough of it! So we were thrilled to learn that Justin’s designs were found on the runway this season at the J.Mendel, Rachel Roy, and Trovata shows. We almost felt bad for the designers, as the fabulous jewelry stole the show every time! Subversive jewelry can truly be seen as unique  statement pieces that trumps everything else that the wearer may have on — which in a way makes dressing minimalist a breeze — just through on a piece of Subversive to spice things up! We also took a closer look at the upcoming “Hard Twines” collection from Subversive, coming for Fall 2009.  The collection is composed of silk and twine cording, hand-painted crystals, and rhinestone embellishments that lends it a sturdy backbone for the amazing shapes and materials used. See below for a sneak peak and some of our favorites for the collection!