Give Me Givenchy: S/S 2012 Menswear/ Women's RTW

I definitely find it intriguing that for S/S 2012 both menswear and women's RTW (ready-to-wear) share a subtle juxtaposition of exhibiting a characteristic from one another. If one compares each collection to the other you can clearly see that the majority of the womenswear is highly menswear inspired. From tuxedo blazers and trousers to masculine structured jackets, several pieces from the S/S 2012 RTW collection have an air of masculinity but still very much defined by a sexy silhouette. Another great example to my point is the accessories worn by the women. The silver oversized shark tooth necklace is a strong statement piece, but skillfully difused by setting it on a pastel colored back drop.

To argue the same point for the menswear, one could say that the skirts, with the amazing back pleating alludes to the idea it could be womenswear inspired. The softer slimmer sihouette for the trousers and jackets in the men's collection also supports my observation, but by pairing it with a complementing t-shirt, and using strong bold colors it still maintains a strong masculine feel.

Overall, this is just my over analytical observation for both collections, and it would never take away from the fact that the House of Givenchy is one of the greatest design houses today, timeless and with Riccardo Tisci at its helm sexy, edgy, and innovative.

Pamella Roland S/S 2012 : Frame Worthy!

During fashion week after several days of insanity and practically living on the New Jersey transit and train, I rushed to upload pictures and without verifying if everything was done completely I erased my memory card and went back to the tents. Sadly one of the shows that didn't upload was the Pamella Roland presentation. Everything from the clothes to the picture I took with Nigel Barker (Judge on America's Next Top Model) and his wife, and several other celebrities..all gone!
After searching my phone I found one picture and it was of the piece that I found exemplified the story and the entire collection. Though the entire collection was stunning, I felt drawn to the glitz of the sequins and how it was applied skillfully like splashes of paint unto a textile canvas. Then, it all made sense, the story of the collection was made cohesive with the clothes being presented through picture frames because the clothes themselves were a magnificent work of art. Literally, the mermaid cut dresses were stunningly covered in sequins ranging from all colors of the turquois sea, or in alternating black and white.
It's definitely a shame that I wiped out all my pictures of the presentation, and I hope to get another chance during F/W 2012.

                            

Monique Lhuillier S/S 2012



 

 

After several seasons of trying feverishly to get into one of the most coveted shows of New York Fashion Week and the entire fashion industry, I felt so blessed and fortunate to be able to cover the Monique Lhuillier S/S 2012 show- and to get front row, AMAZING! (check the video)

World renowed and sought after by celebrities and social elites alike for her bridal couture, Lhuillier steps out and amazes the fashion world with an equally stunning RTW line mixed in with elegant couture gowns for her S/S 2012 collection.

One of the stunners that caught my eye instantly is the yellow/saffron mermaid cut dress above. Simple and understated elegance with some ruching throughout it is the perfect understanding of the definition of classy. Another runway favorite I have is the floor sweeping tie-dyed blue ball gown dress. For many industry folks, a tie-dyed dress may be fashion suicide specially sending it as the closing look for New York Fashion Week, but I have to disagree on the basis that the final finished product is stunning and well executed. For me the combination of white and multiple shades of blue is refreshing and great for a red carpet event during the spring and summer seasons.

Now touching on the RTW, one of the obvious favorite is the yellow trench inspired wrap dress with black lace details on the front. Another piece I fell in love with is the men's wear inspired ankle cropped tuxedo trousers with the complimenting jacket. I find it stunning and sexy when masculine menswear can be translated and executed well into a strong feminine womenswear but with the same impeccable tailoring.

I'm certainly looking forward to NYFW F/W 2012 and what Monique Lhuillier has in stored for the fashion world. Stay tuned for the upcoming season.

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Venexiana by Kati Stern: S/S 2012

Season after season Kati Stern manages to bring unto the runway the most exquisite gowns and cocktail dresses for Venexiana, and during fashion week for Spring/Summer 2012 was no exception. Stunning metallics and well crafted draping with body hugging silhouettes came down the runway amidst the crowd's awe and amazement. Several pieces were a definite contender for major red carpet events, and one would not be surprised if celebrities grace the Emmy's, Oscars, and Grammy's in a Venexiana gown. Obviously, one of my favorite piece from the collection is the dress below, a shear and cream leaf cut out lace mermaid cut dress, highlighted with a silk and tulle train. The silhouette to this dress is understated sexy, body hugging but classy and not too revealing. Other note worthy dresses and the definite crowd pleasers were the metallic pieces, goddess like and stunning. Against the light the flexes of gold shimmered with perfection and the way the they moved was eye catchingly beautiful. Kati Stern ran the entire color gamit for Venexiana S/S 2012 and from one end of the spectrum to the other each piece was visually delicious, I am anticipating seeing these on the red carpet coming up shortly.

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Sergio Davila SS2012..'Dark Summer Nostalgia'

Described as 'Neo American Dark Collection' Sergio Davila's use of dark hues: mainly blacks with mixes of blue tints was certainly unexpected but definitely refreshing and stood out from the bright cheery colors used by countless designers for their spring/summer color pallettes. 'Street-Chic' yet undeniably luxurious, pieces like the semi detachable leather jacket and deconstructed black blazer caught my eye instantly, each piece can be a definite statement piece either with a pair of jeans or dressy black pants. The women's line are definitely nostalgic of eras passed, with old western silhouttes infused with modern tailoring. Davila's creation of soft, lightweight, luxurious pieces that's both chic and wearable is one I'm definitely looking forward to for spring.