Lanvin Accessorized Fall 2011

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NYFW Fall/Winter 2011: Erickson Beamon

Dancing diamonds and metal workings were displayed at Erickson Beamon's ballerina inspired presentation. Dancers from the Bolshoi Ballet Academy boast signature crystals to embellish headpieces, mask, and statement necklaces at Milk Studios on February 13th.   

New York Fashion Week Brief *No Strings Attached, Cordless*

Let me start off by saying its Wednesday and it has been a whirlwind, of a week! And not in a good way, however I digress, and refocus thanks to a little September Issue guidance from Ms. Anna Wintour and dearest Andre.

Anyhow, so many shows so little time. I decided to do this fashion week review a little different than I've done them in the past. Instead of having one singular post for each designer showcasing my favorite styles of their complete collection, I will compile them into one posting, that i will continuously update as the shows go on, giving you my most favorite look from my most favorite shows and a small briefing of what to expect, what to look for and how to prepare for this upcoming fall season. Shall we begin?

Hervé Léger by Max Azria

Unexpected and everything you'd imagine in signature Herve Leger style. Basket weaved skirts, and banded tops paired with go-go knee high boots A-line shapes and furturistic cut outs. Appreaing in creamy nuetral fall shades, including a warm carmel, pumpkin-y color.   

Marchesa

"And I dont think youre beautiful, I think you're beyond it"

If ever there were a collection that made you feel as though, love could conquer all, this would be it. Filled with romantic drama, Marchesa collection included, Victorian inspired lace overlays and slightly destroyed silk tulle. "One dress had leather cut into lace, and on another the lace beading was inserted with wire and sat like fantastical metallic flowers on a bodice" according to Meenal Mistry. My heart ultimately stopped for the embroidered floral pattern in crystal, jet and seed pearls.

Jen Kao

This collection just made me smile, for everything as a child that caught my eye. It was a hodgepodge of,  golds, electric colors, sparkles and fringe. Almost like being deep in a ocean surrounded by glo and zebra fish. I enjoyed the golden beaded tights for every look, sultry navy body suiting and fish net tops. 

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Marchesa Fall 2010 Star Power

Marchesa Fall 2010, leaves nothing to be desired. Beautifully tailored tuxedo jackets over the knee boots, and rows of ruffles are just a sample of all they have to offer for next season. Signature gowns, reinvented with a shorter hem, lacked length but not details. Gathered tulle, draped silk, lace overlays, and star hints gave Marchesa's Fall collection a fresh breath of cool crisp fall air. 

One of my most favorite details of the collection were the embroidered tights. With traces of sequined flowers, and beading, they are a beautiful elegant compliment to the collection.  

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Hervé Léger Fall 2010

"We realized that if you wear Hervé Léger, you have to be in shape," explained Lubov backstage after the show. "You know, you lace up tennis shoes, so we started to lace up bodices—and then moved on to ergonomics."


While keeping with the idea of the signature bandage dress, Hervé Léger took an already perfected idea and expanded. Putting a sporty twist on the Fall 2010 collection adding, mesh ribbons and of course, major banding in shades of nudes, as well as ink splashes. But, my most favorite element of the collection were the neoprane jackets and skinny legging like pants, which wearing I'm sure would be the equivalent to waking up with a rock star! To absolutely live for! 

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York Erro Fall 2010

 “I see the idea of detachment, of taking something apart and using pieces in unexpected ways, as anoher exploration of the beauty of imperfection,” -Anna Larson

On Wednesday, February 10th, I witnessed black magic. Anna Larson, proved in Erro's Fall 2010 collection, that Black is and will always be, the new Black. Constructing the looks, with the idea of detachment in mind, an assortment of layered black fabrics were used to create this sleek cougar-esk collection. Each piece strong enough to work alone but, versatile enough to be layered and built into a more intricate look. Comprised of everything from fur, to knits, leggings and shoulder pads, the collection was very New York, very sophisticated, and very sexy. Vampy without dreary, black without boring, think exclusive modern goth with gladiator appeal and raven characteristics. Take a look

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