Kate Moss bares all and goes brunette in the upcoming Fall/Winter 2013 Versace ad campaign! The 39-year-old model is still a name to be reckoned with in the fashion industry. In 2012, she came in second on the Forbes top-earning models list earning $9.2 million, proving that age really is just a number!
With her dad watching from the front row, Stella McCartney presented her Fall/Winter 2013 collection today in Paris! She didn’t stray too far from her sporty chic aesthetic! The collection had somewhat of a tailored menswear feel to it including oversized coats, tailored pieces, plaids and stripes. I was not feeling the clunky shoes but overall I liked the fun and funky collection!
Alexander Wang owned his new creative director role at Balenciaga as he presented his highly anticipated debut collection for the French fashion house today in Paris. Wang played it somewhat safe as he paid homage to the label by “going back to the archive”( a sign of respect among fashion’s elite). The very wearable collection had some of the usual Wang street vibe to it but was very graceful and chic- So Balenciaga! Wang incorporated his own special touches of texture and some marble prints into the mostly black and white palette. The highlight for me was the shoes. I particularly loved the “T” strap and “V” strap heels!
This collection silenced many nay sayers and left the supporters hungry for more, which is exactly what a young designer strives for! Bravo Mr. Wang! Cheers to a job well done!
London Fashion week is in full swing and I must say my favorite collection thus far is Burberry. Christopher Bailey presented his most romantic collection yet….. big on hearts and leopard print, these pieced were as girly as it gets. Bailey made use of eyelet and studs on tops, skirts and trenches as well as translucent rubber that actually worked while keeping the makeup nude, so the focus was on the fun prints. The palette consisted mostly of camel, crimson, black and white. Great collection.
Rachel zoe’s Fall/Winter collection consisted of her usual 70’s inspired boho chic pieces but this time she added an equestrian twist. The mostly neutral palette included black, grey, navy and brown and the clothes were more tailored than Zoe’s previous collections. I’m never disappointed with Mrs. Zoe’s work!
J. Crew’s classic aesthetic was front and center today at the J.Crew Fall/Winter 2013 presentation! Color and texture was also prevalent- from tweed to wool to cableknit to silk, the mixing of textures, colors and prints was perfectly executed no surprise. The well tailored separates were ga ga-gorgeous as well as the Moroccan prints and pretty splashes of sparkle too. I loved this wearable collection! I fell in love with a jeweled lapel coat on site…..I am literally in love with it!!!!!!! In need it… in addition to all of the bags and footwear!
The jeweled lapel on this coat is EVERYTHING!
Monique Lhuillier’s gorgeous Fall/Winter 2013 collection consisted mostly of her usual red carpet ready gowns in addition to some shorter tea length gowns and even included trousers! The palette was mostly malachite green, winter white and black & gold baroque style pieces. The entire collection was decadently detailed and beautifully tailored to the woman’s form. Beautiful!
Prabal Gurung is a busy man as of late, his (love) Target collection launches in stores and online tomorrow and he presented his F/W 2013 collection in New York today. The militant aesthetic consisted of strong, polished looks. Leather belts and harnesses were everywhere and peplum was prevalent, proving indeed it is here to stay. The palette of rich navy blues, army greens and crimson were just beautiful. The gold hardware was impeccable and was carried from the clothes to the shoes – all custom-made by Cesare Casadei! WOW! Great strong empowering collection today, and I’m very excited to shop the frilly feminine collection tomorrow at Target!
Not even a blizzard could stop Jason Wu from filling up a beautiful Park Avenue venue to present his Fall 2013 collection Friday. Despite weather worries, a full house of spectators gazed in awe at one of the most anticipated collections of New York fashion week. There was an essence of elegance and glamour and the clothes were sexy and sophisticated. The mostly black a white palette included crisp collars, belted waists and pleated skirts ! I especially loved the makeup led by Lancome’s Diane Kendal, who created beautiful looks consisting of bold indigo cat eyes with muted lips and cheeks. This show was pretty amazing, nothing new for Mr. Wu!
The makeup
New york fashion week is in full swing in and around Lincoln Center!!!! With over 80 designers showcasing their Fall/Winter 2013 collections over 8 days….. the semi-annual event(February & September) is the biggest event in the American fashion industry! I look forward to so many shows and will be sharing my favorite looks with you all. Let’s do this!!!!!!!
Lots of layering at BCBG
Beautiful fabrics and embellishments at Tadashi Shoji.
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