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Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Tadashi Shoji New York Fashion Week Fall 2014

(photo: Frazer Harrison/Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week/Getty Images)

Textures, subtle patterns, svelte silhouettes, and maxi, maxi, maxi! These words instantly come to mind when describing the subtle elegance that was Tadashi Shoji's fall 2014 collection shown this week at New York Fashion Week.

The collection featured mainly gowns and maxi length skirts, though some midi dresses found their way into the mix as well. But this collection was decidedly more gently refined than some of the other, more bold collections shown (think DKNY and Kate Spade). And we love the collection for that reason.

(photo: Frazer Harrison/Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week/Getty Images)

Make no mistake, there are a plethora of pristine, painstakingly perfected details in the textures and cuts of these gowns not to be overlooked, but admired. The gowns featured lace overlays, and plenty of velvet in black, red, and midnight blue. But it's the effortless way the gowns skim the figure, and the strategically placed patterns that make this collection truly shine.

What do you think? Take a look at the photos. Which piece is your favorite?

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(photo: Frazer Harrison/Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week/Getty Images)

Monday, September 16, 2013

Marc Jacobs' New Collection - Preview

If there's one thing I've learned in the fashion world, it's that Marc Jacobs never fails to surprise and impress. And after last weeks Spring/Summer 2014 collection preview, once again, the designer didn't disappoint.

Marc Jacobs doesn't confine himself to ordinary rules when it comes to design, and his dedication to fashion outside the box was greatly apparent as his collection appeared as the exact opposite juxtaposition to the traditional "spring" expectations of pastels, florals, and delicate fabrics.

Instead, he sent dark motifs, lacey Victorian silhouettes, heavy fabrics like wool, fringe, and dark tropical prints down the runway.

Oh, and about the runway... black sand, enormous heaters, torn up fashion glossies, teepees, and a destroyed ship.... you know... Springtime stuff!

So what do you think of the collection?

Posted by: SV

Friday, September 13, 2013

Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer 2014 Collection

(photos: Imaxtree)

True to form, Tommy Hilfiger's Spring/Summer 2014 collection did exactly what we thought it would... it delivered! Tommy Hilfiger is light, bouncy, easy-going, and casual. A perfect match for simple strolls in the springtime (say that 10 times fast!).

The runway was built as a beach boardwalk, complete with sand and grass dunes on the sides of it, and as an ode to SoCal's surf culture (don't mind if I do!) the blend of The Beach Boys and Red Hot Chili Peppers music set the appropriate tune.

(photos: Imaxtree)

The collection featured beach and aquatic sport inspired attire like wetsuit-like dresses, swimsuits, big bold florals, and hoodies. If you didn't have a good time at the show, well, you need to get out more and grab some sun, coz the whole collection was about having fun!

(photos: Imaxtree)

What do you think of the collection?

Posted by: SV

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

On the Runway: Carolina Herrera!

(photos: Imaxtree)

Oh Carolina Herrera stop! Just, stop! With your gorgeous skimming silhouettes, classic feminine hemline lengths, soft textures, and timeless chic. We can't take it!

Carolina Herrara sent models gliding down the runway for New York Fashion Week 2013 showcasing her Spring/Summer 2014 collection, and it was breathtaking. While we, of course, expected to see evening gowns and soft draping lines, we were even more swooned by the upbeat geo prints that dominated the collection.

(photos: Imaxtree)

Glittering squares, circles, and angles of all kinds layered one on top of the other formulated a truly unique collection creating some 3D-like optical illusions of trippy-esque grander. It was in the shapes and prints, that Miss Herrera's collection transcended the norm and stood apart with a new cutting edge, still very much wearable to the average fashion girl.

(photos: Imaxtree)

What do you think of the collection?

Posted by: SV

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Temperley London: Resort 2014

As a longtime fan of Temperley London, I'm always excited to see her collection year after year because she never disappoints! Her fashion has always been minimalist and feminine with a hint of gothic, which seems like it portrays the tale of a lovely yet tragic romance. This year, her collection blooms with floral prints and accents, but still keeps her signature minimalist backdrop.

Her collection has grown more sophisticated over the years by refining silhouettes with subtle yet playful textures, but somehow manages to stay grounded with her simplistic designs. Bravo, Alice Temperley!

Posted by: Michelle K

(photos: style.com)

Friday, May 10, 2013

Monique Lhuillier's Bridal Collection

"From City Hall to the altar, whether there are hundreds of guests or just two..."

That was the idea and inspiration, straight from designer Monique Lhuillier's lips, about her new bridal collection, which showed for spring 2014.

Chalk full of simple, clean lines, elegant shapes, and beautifully simple details on softly flowing fabrics, the collection was meant to cater to the needs of every type of bride. The collection featured just about every type of cut a girl could want, from strapless, to sleeveless, to one shoulder ivory, and even minis.