February 19, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
[All Images via MercedesBenzFashionWeek.com]
Elene Cassis:
The first model turned the corner at Elene Cassis, and immediately set the tone for the entire show. She wore a simple, color blocked black and white slip dress – clean and accessible. The collection was all about the defined silhouette – fitted a-line dresses, skirts, vests, and cinched jackets dominated the show. The color palette was almost entirely black and white, but soon transitioned to a shimmering burgundy/maroon, which seems to be the “it” color for the fall 2011 season. It seemed as though Elene was targeting the refined, mature woman. The looks could be dressed up for a nice luncheon or dinner event, or kept casual for any office setting. There was one tan open jacket with a triangular pattern lining that caught my eye – chic and minimal. Her burgundy silk blouses moved with grace and elegance, adding a nice touch to any outfit.
LUBLU Kira Plastinina:
If any punk rocker wanted to revamp and refine her wardrobe, they should probably check out LUBLU‘s Fall 2011 presentation. Lots of leather, black, and sheer fabrics constructed in simple silhouettes and accessible outfits paved the way to a collection that took influence from a tough, but refined rocker. Pops of bright red served as a nice break from the constant flow of tan and black. Leather pants are here to stay, and LUBLU makes a statement that they can be chic on a daily basis. One piece in particular seemed right on trend – black sheer long sleeves combined with a cotton gray vneck – a nice tasteful use of black sheer that could add an edge to any casual outfit.
-Aaron Hui
February 19, 2011
by fashionpulse
[Images via Style.com]
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
by Julia DiNardo
[All images via Elle.com]
Nicholas K.
Impeccable outerwear is a must, according to the latest fall 2011 by Nicholas K., but so is perfectly worked knits, slightly slouchy pants, and shoes (by Vintage Shoe Co.) that will let you confidently hit the pavement. Oh yeah, and you’ve got to throw in a little green or burnt orange too!
Jen Kao
Described by Kao’s run-of-show, the collection called for “rituals of reinvention,” and featured acid rainbow hues and technicolor prints.Right out the gate, we knew there was no way anything boring would come of Jen Kao’s fall 2011 collection, who showed fantastical prints upon body accentuating, futuristic cuts in a wide range of fabrications that possessed a dark, mysterious, severe quality to them.
Bibhu Mohapatra
As one of the most anticipated shows for New York Fashion Week fall 2011, Bibhu Mohapatra’s showing was certainly an execution of ladylike elegance, without a lot of these gowns capable of taking a dip on the red carpet.
-Julia DiNardo
February 18, 2011
by fashionpulse
[Images via Style.com]
Tracy Reese
If you want pointers on how to have everything in a collection without going overboard, look to Tracy Reese. Fur, prints, mini and maxi skirts, accordion pleats, high-waisted trousers, sequins…every kind of girl can browse this collection and find a keeper for her closet. Like the black mini cocktail dress that starts with a sheer shimmer and ends in a fur skirt, or the accordion-pleated halter dress that’s both light and serious. If you’re going to do it all, this is the way to go.
[Images via Style.com]
Diesel Black Gold
A little bit of rock n’ roll, a little bit of military, and definitely not minimal, Diesel’s Black Gold Fall ’11 show displayed a pointed intent: to NOT do what everyone else was doing. Drawing on Diesel’s rich tradition of making casual clothing with an edge, designer Sophia Kokosalaki wanted to break from the season’s minimalism trend and stay true to her more-is-more clientele. This resulted in rich cable knits, asymmetrical silk skirts, lace-up denim, and fur-lapel coats for the guys — we’re happy Kokosalaki decided to do her own thing.
[Images via Kaci Hamilton]
Barbara Tfank
When a designer known for her decadent fabrics opts to incorporate more casual choices like denim and leather, our interest is definitely piqued. Barbara Tfank has never been the designer to see about a pair of jeans or leather skinny pants, but for her fall 2011 collection, she added her signature opulence to these common denominators, and they’re barely recognizable. She transformed leather into a swishing off-the-shoulder dress, and as for her take on denim, they became all dressed up as a capelet and flared pants.
-Kaci Hamilton
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