All photos courtesy of nymag.com
New York Fashion week has held a special place in my heart ever since I was ten years old and saw my first episode of Lifetime’s (formerly Bravo’s) hit series, Project Runway.
If you’ve been keeping up with Heidi and the gang for as long as I have – or at least a season or two – you probably have an affinity for the runway and look forward to NYFW as much as I do.
The week (September 4th – 11th) has come and gone, and I’ve been doing my best to keep up with the 270+ designers who showcased. Some designers totally owned the runway, while others fell a bit…short.
Don’t get me wrong – NYFW only shows the best of the best; labels we know and love as well as up-and-coming designers. No one can cover every element of NYFW in a single opinion piece, so I’ll hit on those designers who left a huge impact.
New York Fashion week has held a special place in my heart ever since I was ten years old and saw my first episode of Lifetime’s (formerly Bravo’s) hit series, Project Runway.
If you’ve been keeping up with Heidi and the gang for as long as I have – or at least a season or two – you probably have an affinity for the runway and look forward to NYFW as much as I do.
The week (September 4th – 11th) has come and gone, and I’ve been doing my best to keep up with the 270+ designers who showcased. Some designers totally owned the runway, while others fell a bit…short.
Don’t get me wrong – NYFW only shows the best of the best; labels we know and love as well as up-and-coming designers. No one can cover every element of NYFW in a single opinion piece, so I’ll hit on those designers who left a huge impact.
Glamazon: Ralph Lauren impressed once again with his concise color scheme and sleek silhouettes. Olive green, black, and camel were peppered with pops of fuschia, yellow, and scarlet. Statement jewelry tied the line together, adding a glamorous sophistication to the boho-amazon look. < My favorite look |
Floral Wonderland: From pristine plaids to intricate cutouts and everything in between, Oscar de la Renta thought of it all when it came to his newest collection. The intense femininity radiated from the runway, piece after piece. Many of his designs were ready-to-wear, which is definitely appealing to the everyday woman drooling over NYFW from behind her computer screen (AKA, me). < My favorite look |
Neon Eon: Personally, I’ve never been a huge fan of neon. I didn’t think it had a place in either the professional, casual, or party environment – until now. J. Mendel’s really knows how to put on a show. Never in a million years did I think that aqua blue, lime green, shocker pink, and bright red would be cohesive. (Let alone in a PRINT.) J. Mendel tied the colors together perfectly with highlights of black and white, and I’d be honored to be seen anywhere in any of these pieces. < My favorite look |
Missed the Mark: Betsey Johnson is known for her candy colors and rebellious-16-year-old vibe, so the best thing I can say about her collection is that it didn’t necessarily surprise me. Her line was full of lingerie, plastic, feathers, stripper heels, and wedding dresses., and each model sported a sizeable “PRENUP” necklace. Johnson’s message was a “Love Letter to Marriage Equality”, which she further incorporated by showcasing transgendered models – including Isis, America’s Next Top Model sensation. Her intentions were in the right place, but the fashion was not. Her tacky styling didn’t compliment any of the garments, and the line lacked overall cohesiveness. Her pink floor-length drop-waist gown was the only piece that (personally) I’d even consider wearing. Sorry Betsey, it was just…weird. < My WTF Moment (No one wants a bunny tail hanging out of their chacha.) |