Day Four Recap (Sept. 12): Derek Lam

Derek Lam's Spring/Summer 2011 collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week consisted of mini-dresses, gowns, denim outfits, jackets, coats, and blazers. Taking denim to another level, showcasing denim mini-dresses, blazers, skirts, and pants - Derek Lam makes it clear that Spring/Summer is not all just about metallics and shinny glitz pieces. One of the trends Derek Lam incorporated into this collection however, are translucent pieces - as we can see in his colorful sequenced patterned gowns, as well as in some of the skirts. The mini-dresses were rather interesting though, I really enjoyed the natural colored mini-dress which seemed to look like it had a jacket over it, but was actually part of the dress's design. There were some split mini-dresses, coat mini-dresses, and low V-cut mini-dresses - some which had colorful patterns, and others which were draped. I did see silk and linen tops, some were collared and some were low V-cut.  The overall look for this collection is so sophisticated and fashion forward, here are four of my favorite pieces from Derek Lam's Spring/Summer 2011 collection, above and below.

Day Three Recap (Sept. 11): Jill Stuart

There are fashion shows that will showcase beautiful pieces, there are also fashion shows that will entertain many people - and then there is Jill Stuart. This Spring/Summer 2011 collection seemed to capture the essence of time at the Lincoln Center, during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York. I don't think I saw one piece from Jill Stuart's collection that I did not like, making it very difficult to pick my four favorite pieces from this line. There are so many precious cocktail dresses in this collection, many with detailed patterns, ruffles, and we got to see many translucent pieces as well. I really enjoyed the translucent dress that looked like it was made out of wire, this is very fashion forward and different. Many of these pieces are made of silk, giving this collection a very elegant appeal - especially with metallic pieces, it compliments the piece by providing that extra shine we all love to see during Spring and Summer. Jill Stuart gave us many pencil skirts and shorts as well, fine tops (some which were also translucent) and pants - we did get a lot of layering here as well with jackets and blazers (just to mention, there was a very chic military inspired jacket). The execution of this collection is flawless, definitely one of my favorite shows - take a look above and below at my four favorite pieces from Jill Stuart's Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

Day Three Recap: (Sept. 11): Lacoste

The new Lacoste Spring/Summer 2011 Collection of high-end apparel walked the runway during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, showcasing some of the best styles I've seen during the entire day three of the event. For the men, Lacoste's preppy wardrobe collection consisted of fine polo and collared shirts, sweatshirts, and creased pants. I didn't really see any shorts for men, which kind of took me by surprise (in a good way) - I was expecting to see several. It's always good to see layering in these collections, there were many blazers and jackets that I really enjoyed in this show. There were many interesting pieces for women as well, such as the translucent pieces accessorized with the roped belts - it's also great seeing Lacoste bring back one of their women's favorites again, the polo-dress. This line comes with a great selection of skirts, accessories, handbags, and shoes as well. This collection is clean, chic and very much wearable - here are my four favorite looks from the new Lacoste Spring/Summer 2011 collection, above and below.

Day Three Recap (Sept. 11): Z Spoke By: Zac Posen

Zac Posen's  new Z Spoke Spring/Summer 2011 collection walked the runway at the Lincoln Center this past weekend during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, showcasing an exciting line of creative and colorful retro-styled pieces. The models wore captivating mini-dresses and gowns designed with beautiful patterns that resembled colorful fruits and flowers, such as the watermelon, lemon, apple and even the sunflower - some of the fruit were incorporated directly within the designs, stitched in or graphically printed. This approach of artistic appeal sets a fun tone for the coming Spring/Summer season, definitely making the collection stand out with pieces like the yellow plaid mini-dress, and the turquoise capri-pants, which matched the turquoise blazer, detailed with watermelon patterns and a watermelon graphic T-shirt. There was plenty of layering going on in this collection with pieces like the ruffle shirts paired with jackets and the bright collared shirts paired with coats. The models wore wedged platform shoes while many of the pieces were also accessorized with sunglasses, handbags, and belts. Take a look above and below, at four of my favorite looks from Z Spoke, by Zac Posen.

Day Two Recap (Sept. 10): Buckler

Ten years ago, Buckler was only a denim brand, now it's an entire men's wardrobe collection - and we got to see Andrew Buckler's Spring/Summer 2011 collection on stage during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Staying true to their traditional urban-chic look, Buckler presented us with a divers variety of edgy jackets, blazers, and cardigans - some which were layered with T-shirts and collared shirts and paired with capri-pants or shorts. The capri-pants and shorts are the signature look for this collection in the next Spring season and will most likely trend well - we saw them in leather, denim, and cotton fabric.  We also got to see many sweat shirts, some had detailed stitching and buttons, some were hooded, and some had both. Buckler's polo's and T-shirts are critical to it's collection - the stitching on the polo's and the patterns on the T-shirts is what gives this collection that edge and "rock star" appeal. Buckler is now making accessories, shoes, and handbags for men too - we got to see a couple of the tailored handbags on runway. This is a great men's collection, I really enjoyed the leather jackets, plaid blazer and capris-pants - every guy must own a jacket from this collection. I've compiled four of my favorite looks from this collection, which can be seen here, above and below.

Day Two Recap (Sept. 10): BCBGMAXAZRIA

BCBGMAXAZRIA always delivers when it comes to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, and this year was no exception. Showcasing a wide variety of different cocktail dresses and evening gowns, their Spring/Summer 2011 collection is one that will definitely impact major trend this upcoming season. BCBGMAXAZRIA's cocktail dresses were amazing, they gave us many colorful pieces that draped on stage, along with metallic pieces that were very chic-elegant. What I found very interesting was the detailing at the bottom of the translucent-revealing pieces, it's very complimentary towards the overall look, making it just a bit more sophisticated. The gowns just as lovely, which also incorporated the same aesthetic as the cocktail dresses - such as the translucent appeal, the detailed patterns, and some of the metallic gowns also draped as well. If you're looking for that specific cocktail dress or evening gown, this BCBGMAXZRIA collection should definitely be one of the first taken into consideration, just being that there is so much variety of different fun and elegant styles. Above and below, are my four favorite looks from the entire spring/summer collection.

Day Two Recap (Sept. 10): Alexander Berardi

Alexander Berardi's Spring 2011 collection revealed some of the more simpler, unique and elegant styles during fashion week - rather than flashy and glitz, Berardi gave us an American-casual appeal with edge. This collection is sophisticated in a way where I see consistency appealing to the same client within the many different looks that were presented. The cocktail dresses were sensational, I loved the patterns I saw, the striped black and white cocktail dress, along with the translucent one, those really caught my eye. I was pleased to see metallics (one of my favorites of trends for this upcoming Spring) incorporated within the designs of the collection as well, I really enjoyed the long split golden skirt with the metallic detailed tank top. The pencil skirts paired with the blazer and coat are a great American-casual appeal, I can definitely see this look trending amongst many retailers. Alexander Berardi was one of my favorite designers that showcased on Friday during fashion week, above and below, are my four favorite looks - which I believe will trend this coming Spring/Summer 2011 seasons.

Day One Recap (Sept. 9): Farah Angsana

Farah Angsana made it clear at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, that the trend of golds and metallics are here to stay!  Many of the models wore gold and metallic-colored cocktail dresses (and the ones that weren't all metallic were detailed with beautiful metallic designs), others wore longer draped dresses that captured the essence of elegance, while some wore dresses that had beautifully detailed ruffles. I can see this look on elegant woman at social gatherings, red carpets, and even on the "it" girls involved with the night club scene in NY and LA. Here are my four favorite looks, above and below. This trend is very contemporary and sophisticated, it's very fun, and also one of my favorite women collections that I've seen for the upcoming Spring 2011 season - great show overall!

Day One Recap (Sept. 9): Christian Siriano

Christian Siriano's Spring 2011 collection hit the runway yesterday at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, and it was truly an ensemble of great fashion. He had a little bit of everything for everyone's taste - there were beautiful cocktail dresses with bright metallic colors, elegant pencil skirts that were paired with sophisticated button-down tops, couture gowns, and he even gave us the business-casual look - which consisted of long slung pants and shoulder revealing tops.  All the models on stage wore peeped-toe platform shoes, and gladiator styled heels, while many of his looks were accessorized with leather belts and lavish purses. I knew this show was going to be all that I expected it to be, Christian Siriano has raised the bar once again for all designers this upcoming Spring 2011 - let's see what the rest of fashion week has to offer, there's so many designers out there yet to hit the stage and show there talent. Here you can see my favorite four looks from Christian Siriano's runway show, above and below. Absolutely amazing, every girl should own an outfit from the this runway show.

Day One Recap (Sept. 9): Nicholas K

 

Nicholas K were the first designers to open up at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York yesterday, at the Lincoln Center, and it was amazing! There were a combination of beautiful dresses, coats, military styled jackets, and capris on the runway today. This military style has actually been trending amongst many designers from the past summer 2010 season - it's great to see this trend continue to evolve into a rather more "layer-able" approach. Nicholas K demonstrated versatility this season, staying true to their aesthetic, they gave us different looks within the same style - the more sporty look with capris-pants, open chested tops, layered with the military jackets - while some other models wore dresses that flowed on stage like puffy clouds in the sky layered with long military styled coats, as well as military styled leather jackets. Some of the dresses were as long in length to their model's ankles, and some were knee length. Nicholas K's choice of shoes for both male and female models were military styled boots of course. The male models wore capris-pants and shorts, with chest revealing polo shirts - as well as plaid and non plaid button down collar shirts. One of my favorite looks for men this coming Spring 2011 season will definitely be the plaid button down shirts, layered with the cardigan or military style jackets - over all it was a great show indeed. At the end of the show the designers of Nicholas K walked the runway with their cute dog!

Day One - Full Detailed Line Up And Schedules

Excitement and anxiousness reigns upon the fashion industry as we approach day one of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week - New York. With only one day away from all the shows, interviews, and celebrity appearances - one can only imagine what styles and "trends to come" the designers have in store for the Spring 2011 season. The first show on Thursday will kick off at 9am featuring Nicholas K, then the designers from this season's Project Runway will be at 10am, Richard Chai will be at 11am, Ruffian will be at 1pm, Christian Siriano will be at 2pm (which you don't want to miss), Bensoni will be at 2:30pm, Nicole Miller will be at 5pm (the Nicole Miller show will be off site, at 82 Mercer Street, not at Lincoln Center) Farah Angsana will be at  6pm, VERRIER will be at 6:30pm (this is the first time VERRIER is featured on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York), Concept Korea will be at 7pm (which I am very much looking forward to), and Richie Rich will be ending the first night of Fashion Week at 9pm.