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Karen Walker

February 15, 2009

Fashion Week Day 2 Recap

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United Bamboo

The fashion week fatigue is already beginning to set in, and we must trudge on, fueled by the free McCafe coffee inside of the tents!

A recap of Saturday’s shows:

Karen Walker:

Karen departed from her more casual, sporty roots for a sophisticated lady with a sense of humor; working trump l’oeil details to perfection.

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Karen Walker

Richard Chai (Mens):

Most definitely a strong foray into menswear, with well-cut peacoats, duffle coats, and trench hybrids stealing the spotlight.

Verrier:

A girlish fantasy prevailed from Verrier in these dark economic times, with wonderful fashion escapism found in her larger-than-life ruffles, charmeuse, sparkling applique’, and short fur-sleeved dresses.

Monarchy:

Outwear reigned supreme at Monarchy, with everything from military-inspired to “puffy” coats walking the runway, complete with a distinctive button tab detailing on the back.

United Bamboo:

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Vena Cava

Great coats, girly jumpers, and a plethora of vintagey prints were the standouts for United Bamboo this season (not to mention a star-studded audience).

Vena Cava:

Motorcycle jackets and exposed skin aren’t going anywhere according to this designing duo, whose presentation played to both the hard and the soft sides of femininity.

 

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October 22, 2008

Trend Alert: Leopard Print

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One of the prominent trends spotted on the spring 2009 runway was most definitely leopard print. We saw the wild design in a spectrum of colors and speckled across everything from Louis Vuitton bags to Zac Posen dresses. Whether it’s a cocktail party or a day at the beach, these cool spots will certainly add some spice to your look.

We’ve gone on to find a variety of pieces flaunting this wild print — all for under $150!

The purple leopard print on this Sequin Safari Minidress, ($24.80 Forever 21), updates an otherwise ordinary going out dress, while the Leopard Lawn Annette Blouse, ($78, J.Crew), vamps up a modest look. Plan on keeping warm in this Black& Merino Leopard Print Cardigan ($88, Ann Taylor) or the Parfait Animal Print Cardigan ($118, Nordstrom). For the perfect accessory, this Dooney & Bourke Leopard Checkbook Clutch, on sale for $138.75 at Dillard’s, will lend even the classiest girl some wild cat edge, or try the NYC by Perlina Reversible Leopard Print Tote ($59.99, Target). No matter what item you choose, you’ll definitely be equipped with one of the most popular trends for 2009!

— Sarah Ferguson

September 12, 2008

Spring/Summer Fashion Week 2009: Day 2 (Saturday, Sept 6th)

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Even though we had to subject ourselves (and our favorite shoes) to utterly drenching rain and ankle-deep puddles Saturday, these four designers were able to lift our dampened spirits!

  • Karen Walker

Although outside it was a downpour, Karen Walker’s collection made us feel like we were spending a sunny day on the west coast! The blues and taupes Walker used reminded us of a sandy California beach. The laid back, Cali-cool style that looked like it could have been taken from your boyfriend’s closet, was accented by her popular, quirky sunglasses, straw hats, and Keds. Yet, towards the end of the show, we were presented with leopard prints that added more femininity and a twist to our favorite Aussie’s collection.

  • James Coviello

The grey skies and painful, cab-less trek over to the west side was immediately forgotten once the show started. The runway was in full bloom with Coviello’s vibrant color choices of lime green, aqua, and lilac. These bold hues were brilliantly incorporated into the collection to create, in the designer’s own words, a “kaleidoscope of color.” Our favorite pieces were his flowing and seemingly weightless dresses that had a spin-art, tie-dye aesthetic to them. Although this collection was a strong departure from his signature knits of yore, we’re glad to adapt!

  • Verrier

Ashleigh Verrier’s spring/summer ’09 collection played off of a fairy tale motif, and the juxtaposition of sweetness and darkness. She didn’t get too carried away in the idea of fantasy, since these clothes had all of the right wearable ingredients — lace, ribbons, frill, and pastel colors. We simply adored the silky blouses, full ruffled-shirts, and girlish day dresses that added a lightness to the season.

  • Harlan Bel

To give radiance to an otherwise black and white palette, Harlan Bel added splashes of the same green, blue, and purple hues that we saw at Coviello. We loved how she contrasted feminine colors with suspenders, vests, leather jackets, fedoras, and glasses that would make anyone with perfect vision jealous! While there were no prints, she spiced up the solid pieces with details like cutouts, pleating, and tiered shorts.

— Sarah Ferguson