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September 7, 2014

NYFW Day 3: What Julia Wore!

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Welcome to Day 3 of New York Fashion Week! My feet aren’t killing me yet-yay! Just for an extra measure to sustain my comfort, I wore one of my favorite pairs of flats, and it being the weekend and all, I thought I could be a bit more casual anyways.  Today was a scorcher, with the temperature hitting 92 degrees, so a sleeveless garment was absolutely in order.

Otherwise, here’s to hopefully an Indian summer and a mild winter, and in the meanwhile, I truly am enjoying the sun beating down, in tandem with getting in some of my new summer looks, for a while longer. What I’m wearing is actually two pieces, a halter top and skirt, but give an awesome illusion of one fluid dress, complimented by some blushy sparkle found on my wrists and ears.
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In This Look:

Cynthia Rowley Ruffle Bottom Camisole via Shopbop (c/o the retailer)

Cynthia Rowley Hawaiian Quilt Print Ruffle Skirt (c/o the brand)

Sorrelli Golden Shadow Collection Bracelets, Stackable Ring, and Earrings (c/o the brand)

Flat Sandals from ShoeDazzle (no longer available; c/o the brand)

Designer bag via T.J.Maxx (c/o the retailer)

INNI Nail Design Decals (c/o the brand)

February 12, 2014

NYFW Fall 2014: Cynthia Rowley

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[Images courtesy of Cynthia Rowley]

To be blunt about it, Cynthia Rowley’s not afraid to get weird. And, when you’re in the presence of her clothing—a complete collection at that—you can’t help but sense the overwhelming energy of such eccentricity. You start to feed off of it. You step into the designer’s realm and, suddenly, her offbeat looks start to make a whole lot of sense. Yes, I could totally rock those mustard culottes with a cropped, satin turtleneck, you start to think to yourself.

For fall 2014, Rowley is taking us to that happy place once again. Thigh-high leather slouch boots and bright pumps act as the foundation for a wide range of wares. But, if I had to describe the line collectively, I might say something like, “Ultra-mod chick boards a spaceship, and brings along her Lite Brite.”

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Yes, these designs are every bit as fun as you might imagine. Neoprene, one of Rowley’s go-to fabrics, is fashioned into tunics and flare-leg jumpsuits, and then enhanced with contrasting stripes. Drop-waist dresses get a flirty touch with rows of button embellishments and flouncy hemlines. And, a rainbow motif is echoed throughout the entire range.

Aside from the vibrant color palette, there’s a rainbow graphic that can be found on a number of silk separates. Plus, chunky, two-tone belt bracelets complement bunches of teardrop-shaped leaves that are scattered about on skirts, tanks, and the side panels of pockets. Oh, and there are short, fur-trimmed scarves that add a finishing touch to the ensembles. However, there are plenty of pieces (like a psychedelic mini festooned with a mishmash of metal objects) that really don’t need a single accoutrement.

October 25, 2013

Cynthia Rowley Spring 2014 Sneak Peek

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Cynthia Rowley continues to put her creative spin on classic pieces with her spring 2014 collection. Mixing pretty with sporty, Rowley presented a lineup of quilted dresses, skirts, and jackets alongside party dresses printed with Scandinavian floral patterns. An assortment of neoprene wetsuits were printed with lace and Hawaiian floral  motifs, guaranteeing you’ll be the most stylish one at the beach. See the slideshow above for our top picks.

Rowley Eyewear has also become a major focus for the designer, with her line of retro-inspired shades and prescription lenses moving her one step closer to being a complete lifestyle brand (plus, next time you’re in the area, check out her ultra cool candy shop, CuRious Candy, on Bleecker or East 78th Street!).

 

September 21, 2011

The New York Fashion Week Team’s Top Spring 2012 Trends

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[All images via ELLE.com, pictured above, from Proenza Schouler]

Tribal

This season, the tribal trend was an easy one to spot, thanks to its brown, orange, cream, and black color palette, canvas and raffia fabrics, braiding, and darker beading. We loved the pieces that represented the trend at Proenza Schouler (pictured above), as well as at Herve Leger, Donna Karan, and even at Diane von Furstenberg. You can start to take steps toward the trend by incorporating it into your look now via an accessory; a handbag, a pair of earrings or necklace, or shoes.

–Julia DiNardo

[From Marc Jacobs Collection]

Blue

Among the most favored trends of this year’s SS12 season is the primary color blue. The gorgeous hue stood strong as a solid, complimented a multitude of prints, and popped up on nails. A royal blue flower petal print seduced at Jason Wu, while Marc Jacobs welcomed various blues into his layer-heavy collection. Daring blue midnight sapphire nails appeared more than once at 3.1 Philip Lim, Jen Kao, and Sachin & Babi. Yet, if I had to choose one shade, I’d suggest sticking with the classic, yet contemporary navy. Take a cue from both the Tory Burch and Rag + Bone runway collections on mixing navy with orange, with white or with other shades of blue. Let’s just say blue is “cool” in more ways than one for spring!

-Alana Quagliariello

[From Jason Wu]

The Peplum

Peplum accents are all the rage on the Spring 2012 runway for New York Fashion Week. This glamourous addition come in any size or fullness, giving a fun adornment to a solid color. With a peplum, it feels as though your outfit came with a built-in accessory, as the beautiful ruffle adds a personality of its own. The trend was seen on various runways this season, such as Jason Wu, Badgley Mischka, and Vera Wang. Cynthia Rowley went for a bolder statement. with peplums found in vibrant prints, paired with tailored pants gave a rock and roll vibe on the runway.

–Ambika Makin


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