UrbanOG.com Blog: Runway

Saturday, February 21, 2015

Runway For Less

Looking at runway images is much like going window shopping. We like the pretty clothes, we can picture ourselves wearing the clothes, and inevitably we fall in love with the clothes. At the end of our day dream daze, we end up walking away heartbroken by not being able to buy the items, simply because of the cost. Similarly, majority of the fashion apparel seen on the runways on Fashion Weeks are way out of our price range. Don’t be too disheartened though, here at UrbanOG we have put together similar runway outfits for a much more affordable price! You can wear the latest trends for Spring/Summer 2015, while staying in your month’s budget! Feel free to show off your #uogstyle by tagging us!

The Tulle Hem Top

The Runway:

RED Valentino Spring/Summer 2015 Collection – New York Fashion Week
image source: Fashionisers.com

UOG Style:

The Polka-Dot Skirt
The Runway:

Thakoon Spring/Summer 2015 Collection – New York Fashion Week
Image source: Fashionisers.com

UOG Style:

The Floral Dress:
The Runway:

The Oscar de la Renta Spring 2015 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York

Image Source: The Kansas City Star

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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Giorgio Armani Fall 2014 Runway Fashion Week

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

Demure, casual, elegant. Three words that appropriately describe the new fall 2014 collection from prestigious designer Giorgio Armani. Debuted this past week during the rounds of fashion week, the collection features chunky, cozy knits paired with satin skirts, loose billowy silhouettes, free flowing wide cut suits, and plenty of gray, olive greens, and a dash of sparkle.

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

The collection features far more ready-to-wear pieces than some of the other designer counterparts, which most fashion connoisseurs can appreciate. Forgiving silhouettes, casual booties and heels, and slouchy shoulder bags add an element of playful comfort to the ensemble, both surprisingly day street and also office friendly.

(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

Though some of my personal favorite moments in the collection came in the later section, where tops, wide leg pants, and demure gowns came flowing down, ablaze with shimmer, glitz, and sparkle. Making a stark contrast to the knits and canvas of the introductory pieces, the glamour made its presence known in evening ready pairings.

So which is your favorite moment from the runway show? Take a look at the photos below and tell me in the comments!

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(photo: Imaxtree/Yannis/Vlamos/Indigital)

Thursday, February 27, 2014

Balenciaga Runway at Paris Fashion Week!

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

Right off the heels of New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week 2014 is in full stride this week. Showcasing all the top designers fall 2014 collections, the runways are ablaze with stunning new trends, and some former friends.

Starting off the week of shows, Balenciaga has had a glorious run. This marks the third season for Alexander Wang as the creative director for the Fashion house Balenciaga, and he is looking quite at home by now. This collection is all about structure. Simple silhouettes, leather dresses, chunky metal accessories, and some bold trimmed details. In fact, it's all about the details for this collection.

(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

Carefully detailed perforations over letter added simplistic, yet precise texture. The tunics highlighted very bold X zippers crisscrossing over the bust, as well as down the pant legs of several pants. And oversized parkas complete with fur trimmed details, and muumuus, where the eccentric extras.

The 2014 fall collection is all about minimalism, and covering up every inch of skin. Long gloves, quilting, leather boots, and chunky accessories were paired with each piece from the collection.

I am very much a fan of the structured elements of this new collection, and think it's perfectly fitting for the fall season. What is your favorite look from the collection?

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(photo: Indigital / Vogue UK)

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Jason Wu Fall 2014 Collection NYFW Runway

(photo: Anthony DelMundo/New York Daily News)

Elegants meets her match with demure sophistication for the fall season. And should we be surprised? Of course not, when designer Jason Wu is at the helm.

Pieces seemed to float down the runway at New York Fashion Week for Jason Wu's new Fall 2014 collection, and we weren't the only ones captivated. With sumptuous silhouettes that skimmed curves in delicious silk, and oversized boxy pea and trench coats, the collection was a divine return to conservative elegance and prestige.

(photo: Anthony DelMundo/New York Daily News)

And we're especially adoring the palate, comprised of luxe gray, deep burgundy chocolates, and rich blacks, it's a color scheme flattering to any contemporary minded dresser.

But don't take my word for it. Preview some of the looks here! What was your favorite? Tell me about it with a comment!

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(photo: Anthony DelMundo/New York Daily News)

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

DKNY Runway at New York Fashion Week

(photo: Jeff Bachner/ for New York Daily News)

What's black, white, red, and furry all over? Why, none other than the DKNY Fall 2014 fashion show this past week during New York Fashion Week.

And what a sight to be seen. Taking a pretty large departure from many of the other collections we previewed during the week from other designers, DKNY went for a supremely edgy, urban athletic twist to her collection for fall.

(photo Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

Massive furry coats, vests and textures, masculine tartan, baggy and boxy silhouettes, and leather, leather, leather made this collection a bold and daring statement. And color? Only the occasional pop of a pink lace dress, and deep midnight hues sprinkled throughout, as it was clear from the theme, that black and white was to reign king. Though I must say, it was gorgeously set with a crimson wall backdrop to enhance the powerful statement.

So as it would seem, clothes for the fall are going to be roomy, comfy, and sporty. Some of my favorite highlights: varsity jackets over leather, oversized camo print trenches, and white flatform ankle boots. And did you see those calf-high lace-up sneakers under dresses?

What do you think of the collection? Tell me all about it!

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