LA Fashion Week: Ooh La La! Samora Sends Us Swooning
by Anna Yu
Oct 23, 2008 6:19 PM PDT
If Holly Golightly had divided her time between New York and Paris, then the clothes from designer Samora Olayan would be perfect for all her Parisian getaways. It was hard to miss the giant Eiffel Tower backdrop and pink bicycle with flowers in the basket at the beginning of her runway show at Mercedes-Benz LA Fashion Week. With that in mind, Samora definitely captured the essence of the carefree Paris all of us would love to have in our day to day lives. Romantic ruffles were everywhere to be seen on the runway from the necklines, waistlines, and hemlines! Mint green, pink, white, and black were the colors of choice in light and airy (sometimes sheer!) fabrics. Another trend to be aware of for Spring 2009 are lady-like wrist length and half gloves. From cocktail dresses to separates, take a look at my SLIDESHOW to see what you should wear to your garden parties next spring.
LA Fashion Week: Crispin & Basilio's Dreamy Spring Collection
by kate napleton
Oct 21, 2008 6:23 PM PDT
Crispin & Basilio€™s Spring 2009 Collection walked out of a cloud and onto a runway. The heavenly designs, in creme and taupes, silks and satins, waltzed and sauntered down the runway. Sheer, draping fabrics, in day and evening looks, weren€™t just the stuff of imagination: these fashions are real and accessible to daily wear. One of our favorite day looks was a simple taupe cardigan over a lightly-sequined off-white skirt. The effect was glamour without the fuss. The charming sophistication of the entire line is a clear signal that Crispin & Basilio is here to stay with easy elegance. Check out our SLIDESHOW for our favorite looks from Crispin & Basilio at Mercedes Benz LA Fashion Week!
