September 19, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
[Images via Style.com]
There are few moments in fashion when a uniform awe and revery in the beauty of a designer’s collection is actually palpable throughout the audience, which was certainly the case at Bibhu Mohapatra during his spring/summer 2015 collection.
Each look was virtually exclusive unto itself yet cohesive in the styling and circular pattern that pervaded the lineup in a graph-like formation. Digitized and adorned with crystal embroidery, floral prints have never felt more avant garde, with an ode to the inspiration via some 40s styling to allude to the writer, activist, and shipping heiress Nancy Cunard. Highly wearable ans sure to be sought after come spring, the color palette felt both fresh and practical, utilizing hues and combinations of them in shades described as onyx, bleached, ivory, rosewater, blush, peony, and cloud.
The collection veered slightly in a sportswear direction with some separates and bouncy knit options, however what Mohapatra does best is evening wear, with a well-edited selection of the breath taking gowns concluding the show that surely did not disappoint.
September 12, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
[Photos by Giafrese]
Once upon a time I had a maxi dress that I bought at the Benetton store on Fifth Avenue while I was interning for the brand. Possessing the exact same silhouette as the one pictured above, it had two light, gauzy layers that made it perfect for those insanely hot New York City summer days, was wrinkle-proof and easily packable, and the dazzling print kept it from veering into casual territory. I really miss that dress, as it was one-of-a-kind, and I wish I wouldn’t have let it go several years go.
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September 9, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
[Photos by Giafrese]
The week is already set at a frenetic pace, taking me with it! I’m feeling lovely in an assortment of hues that blend perfectly into a spring or fall wardrobe; once the weather turns chilly, pairing this with some thick opaque tights and boot or booties will certainly do the trick! As always, accessories for me is the spice of life, and I love when I can compliment or perfectly match them to the colors in my clothing.
In the meanwhile, I’m digging all of the spring fashion coming down the runway; some select looks can already be found here on FPD, and please check back from more reviews, trends, and beauty reports at the end of the week.
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September 8, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
A lot comes at you, fast, when fashion week is in motion, so I wanted to take pause and pull out of some of the most incredible looks that I saw that epitomized a designer or brand’s collection, as well as the spring/summer 2015 season. See the slideshow above for volume 1 of the most stand-out looks that I saw, so far, this week.