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Mara Hoffman S/S ’13 Backstage Beauty #NYFW

September 10, 2012

Thomas Dunkin and the Sebastian hair team were on hand backstage styling the models’ crimped tresses with textured shine and a touch of the islands to complement Mara’s “Aloha” inspired collection full of color and prints. Designer: Mara Hoffman Hairstylist: Thomas Dunkin, Sebastian Professional Hair Team Inspiration: Aloha-Hawaiian Tropics The Hair Look: Start with damp hair [...]

NYFW Spring 2012: Day 3 Designers

September 13, 2011

Here’s a look at some of the designers from day 3 of New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 shows! DESIGNER: Charlotte Ronson INSPIRATION: A wearable collection with a Victorian-inspired flair. TOP TRENDS: patchwork denim, seventies boho flair, subtle ombre, lightweight fabrics, mix-match prints TOP COLORS: bright corals, neutrals, navy blue, light blue ACCESSORIES: chokers, knee-high [...]

NYFW Spring 2012: Day 2 Designers

September 13, 2011

Here’s a look at day 2 designers from New York Fashion Week Spring 2012 shows! DESIGNER: Peter Som INSPIRATION: I really wanted to convey the strength and energy of downtown in the prints, the tweeds, all the things that I love. TOP TRENDS: 60’s silhouettes, big florals, retro bathing suits, bright colorblocking hues TOP COLORS: [...]

NYFW Spring 2012: Day 1 Designers

September 10, 2011

Here’s a look at some of the designers from day 1 of New York Fashion Week. Rachel Comey DESIGNER: Rachel Comey INSPIRATION: I’m taking them to a more subtle, textural level. I wanted to play with depth, layers, and different levels of opacity TOP TRENDS: asymmetric dresses, sheer prints, geometric angles, textural layers TOP COLORS: white, blue, [...]

NYFW Spring 2012: BCBG & OPI (Backstage Beauty)

September 9, 2011

OPI has kicked off the Spring 2012 shows doing the nails for BCBG Max Azria yesterday! The OPI Samoan Sand nail polish (OPI New York City Ballet Line) was used on models’ nails and toes. The nude look continues for Spring ‘12! Check out model Arizona Muse showing off the nude look! A fantastic [...]

NYFW Fall 2011: Day 5 Designers

February 17, 2011

Marc Jacobs DESIGNER: Marc Jacobs INSPIRATION: A collection that’s strict and severe; ’40s style meets the future TOP LOOKS: polka dots pieces, fitted silhouettes, fake crocodile skirts, rubber to look like sequin dresses, rubber trousers, ’40′s style pencil skirts, latex and lace TOP COLORS: red, blue, white, teal, black, brown ACCESSORIES: polka-dot nylons and gloves, [...]

NYFW Fall 2011: Day 4 Designers

February 15, 2011

Here’s a peek of my favorite designers from Day 4 at Fall 2011 New York Fashion Week. DKNY DESIGNER: Donna Karan INSPIRATION: Modernists in New York City TOP LOOKS: colorblocked sweaters and dresses, menswear-inspired pieces, wide leg trousers, skinny pencil skirts, coats embellished with leather sleeve accents, fur TOP COLORS: red pink, orange, black, neutrals, [...]

NYFW Fall 2011: Day 3 Designers

February 14, 2011

Here’s a peek at some of my favorite designers at Day 3 of Fall 2011 New York Fashion Week. Alexander Wang DESIGNER: Alexander Wang INSPIRATION: “It’s about poking fun at luxury and decadence and this idea of stereotypical wealth,” Wang explained. TOP LOOKS: super satiny pajama pants, fur trim, over-sized leather coats, multisplit skirts and tunics, [...]

NYFW Fall 2011: Day 2 Designers

February 14, 2011

Hey All! Here’s a peek at some of my favorite designers from Day 2 at New York Fashion Week! Peter Som DESIGNER: Peter Som INSPIRATION: “It was truly about things my friends wanted to wear,” Peter Som explained of his Fall 2011 collection. “Everyday but heightened and with a touch of quirk.” TOP LOOKS: long sleeve [...]

NYFW Fall 2011: Richard Chai Love

February 11, 2011

DESIGNER: Richard Chai INSPIRATION: Individuality; Dark infused with light tones TOP LOOKS: Cream sweaters, floor-sweeping skirts, Menswear: over-sized coats and slouchy pants, long and lean layers, pocketed vests worn over maxi skirts TOP COLORS: Cream, Navy, Purple, Beige, ACCESSORIES: Cream boots, light brown socks MY THOUGHTS: Very cool and comfortable. I like the long lengths [...]

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