ss13 collections

Paris Fashion Week: Chloè, Giambattista Valli, Stella McCartney

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Show: Chloè Spring/Summer 2013

Theme: 60^th Anniversary Celebration

Color Palette: Black, white, and neutrals

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Chloè’s 60^th anniversary collection was sleek and well tailored, but also featured oversized pieces in obscure shapes.The repeated black and white trend throughout the collection was perfect for honoring the commemorative anniversary. One of the standout looks was found in an optic white shirt with frills along the neckline worn over a netted white skirt and gold sandals. The aesthetic resounded as well structured with a girly twist.

Show: Giambattista Valli Spring/Summer 2013

Theme: Textured and Seductive

Color Palette: Red, navy, gold and neutrals

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Giambattista Valli turned timeless, formal pieces into seductive and feminine outfits. He added mesh and metallic accents to well-structured jackets, pants, and skirts. One major highlight was a stiff pea coat in a bright red worn over a sheer white dress. The mix of a tailored jacket and a provocative dress screamed ‘daring’ but also not surprising as the next phase of fashion.

Show: Stella McCartney Spring/Summer 2013

Theme: Upbeat Mod

Color Palette: Vibrant white, orange, and Kelly Green with neutrals

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Similar to Giambattista Valli and Chloè, Stella McCartney incorporated both feminine dresses and oversized suits into her SS 2103 collection. However, she took a more cheerful approach using vibrant colors in artfully layered, light fabrics. One of the standout looks was a tailored, low-belted dress in a clean, refreshing hue of Kelly green. The wide sleeves and robe-like slit were simplistic, yet highly innovative.

-Danielle Sepanek

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New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 Collections: Norisol Ferrari, Joy Cioci

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The Show: Norisol Ferrari

The Theme: “Think the curves of Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth and Rita Moreno. Strong, confident women who command attention, desire and respect.” Translation: red lips, statement hats, the accentuated waist, peplum, and figure flattering dresses.

The Color Palette: Classic, sophisticated neutrals- white, black, grey, nude

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Think “Mad Men”. Think brunch. Think of a strong woman in love. Whether that translates to the amazing black leather-like capris or the sexy corset bodices, and/or final array of gowns, what stood out the most was the sheer confidence in Norisol Ferrari’s models: old and young.

The Show: Joy Cioci

The Theme: Mermaid meets the 1920’s; vintage glam and fantasy make for a true beach party

The Color Palette: Crystal-like ocean blue, purple, pearl and white, and loads of embellishment/lace.

Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: Joy Cioci managed to make the beach feel highly romantic. Models looked mermaid-esque in lace crop tops, flirty blazers, and pencil/pleated skirts. Dresses moved with models dancing in the sand, and yet, leggings proved to be a must-have for SS13. Swimsuits and swim caps naturally held their own, but it was the unexpected shell embellished dresses and gowns that made bold, however graceful, waves.