by Diana Ajih on February 14, 2011
in runway
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, leather panels
TOP COLORS: black, champagne, neutrals, grays
ACCESSORIES: open toe boots, sandals, tassels on metallic loafers, metallic clutches, fur trim
MY THOUGHTS: He delivered as usual. Love the downtown cool girl vibe!
More Day 3 designers after the jump…
by Diana Ajih on February 14, 2011
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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 sequin jersey dresses, colorful prints, sequin pants, tuft of fur on jacket sleeves and on dress hems, dark and neutral wool tailoring
TOP COLORS: black, orange, graphic prints, metallic, navy, gray
ACCESSORIES: bright, two-toned Charlotte Olympia shoes, kitten heels
MY THOUGHTS: I love the mix of bright oranges with dark palettes. The tuft of fur is an interesting look and the finale blue-sequin dress was truly a gem. Overall this collection speaks sophistication.
More Day 2 designers after the jump…
by Diana Ajih on February 11, 2011
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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 and his different avenues of layering in this collection.
Check out the full collection at Style.com!
by Diana Ajih on February 11, 2011
in runway
DESIGNER: Vena Cava
INSPIRATION: “It’s the other side of grunge, the elegant early nineties”
TOP LOOKS: daring cutouts, square necklines, long silk jersey dresses, cropped tops and pants
TOP COLORS: Navy, gray, beige, rust
ACCESSORIES: Berets, Gold choker-style necklaces, gold cuffs, lace up flatforms
MY THOUGHTS: I grew up in the 90′s so I miss this look. Very edgy but cool enough for the downtown hipster.
Check out the rest of the collection at Style.com!
by Diana Ajih on February 11, 2011
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DESIGNER: BCBG Max Azria
INSPIRATION: To fulfill a “desire for simplicity”
TOP LOOKS: Minimal long dresses, sheer turtlenecks with black cuffs, soft layers, neutral palette, colorblocking, cut-out shoulders
TOP COLORS: Neutral palette of cream and beige with pops of color- red, purple, orange.
ACCESSORIES: Suede and leather boots, little cross body bags, and fold-over envelope clutches.
MY THOUGHTS: I don’t see the appeal to young fashionistas but I still dig this collection. I like the simplicity and clean look. The layers upon layers of silk shows softness and comfort. One word to describe this collection- SOFT.
Check out the full collection at Style.com!
by Diana Ajih on February 9, 2011
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Oh wow! New York Fashion Week is finally here so, let the stressing begin! New York Fashion Week kicks off on Thursday, February 10th until February 17th. Unfortunately I will not be at NYFW, but I will be posting on the majority of the shows. Designers have already given us a taste of what’s to come. Many releasing their Pre-fall 2011 collections and others revealing their inspirations. I’m so excited and eager to check out all of my favorite designer’s fashion and beauty trends for fall.
Here’s the complete schedule for Fall 2011 New York Fashion Week
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