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    Paris Fashion Week: Chanel RTW Spring/Summer 2010

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    Lisanne Silverman on Oct 9, 2009 10:21 AM PDT
    Karl Lagerfeld transformed the Grand Palais into a rustic barn setting for the Spring 2010 ready-to-wear show at Paris Fashion Week, and managed to switch out at least part of his signature uniform for- gasp- jeans- perhaps hinting at the lighthearted display to come. Models emerged from the barn dressed in springy versions of iconic Chanel tweed separates and frothy chiffon frocks paired with high heeled clogs and platform heels. Colors were subdued- black, white, and versions of taupe and cream made up the palette- and thus the focus remained on texture and form. Lagerfeld left the idea of wholesome, raised on the farm innocence far behind - the girls sported tattoos giving the illusion of thigh-high stockings, skirts were slit well through the thigh, and beehive buns were a tiny bit tousled as if to suggest a recent romp in the hay (pun not intended). Choosing such a strong theme is difficult as you run the risk of falling into a cliche, but Lagerfeld's execution kept the focus mostly on the clothes, and everything else was an accessory whose role was to accentuate and not distract- this is the essence of ready-to-wear, after all. The overall mood was whimsical and relaxed, striking a fine balance between luxury and accessibility and reminding us why we appreciate luxury fashion in the first place. Click the slideshow to see more from Chanel at Paris Fashion Week. Photo credit: PR Photos
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    New York Fashion Week Spring 2010: Tory Burch

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    Lisanne Silverman on Sep 22, 2009 4:20 PM PDT
    Designer Tory Burch's decision to opt for a presentation over a runway seemed to grant her Spring 2010 collection more justice- a fact I attribute to the attention to detail and the role of texture in her collections, elements often lost in the movement and spotlight of a runway show. This season was all about casual elegance-- printed shorts with blazers and button down shirts with skirts were on repeat, and the sequined dress/nylon anorak pairing was perhaps the coolest way to get that "oh, I just threw this on" look everyone seems to be after. In terms of texture, its use was limitless-- scalloped embroidered shorts, perforated skirts and jackets, playful boucle coordinates, and unconventionally placed pleating added up to one collection we can't wait to get our hands on. Click on the slideshow to see more from Tory Burch at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week!


    Trends: sequins, shorts, studs, belts, rich texture, embellishment
    Photo credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Tibi

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    Ida Hsiang on Sep 22, 2009 2:25 PM PDT
    If Alice in Wonderland grew up, moved to New York and became a seriously stylish fashionista, her wardrobe would most likely look a lot like the runway collection that Tibi presented at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week It looks like color-blocking and saturated hues are still in for Spring/Summer 2010, but with an eclectic twist. Colors that before would be marked as "horribly mismatched" (powdered rose and bright blue or pink and red) lived harmoniously together on breezy dresses and jumpsuits, loosely draped tops and short shorts. Sunshine yellow, coral pinks and simply sophisticated white, as well as pretty floral cut-outs added to the whimsically happy and bubbly bright colors that give the collection a feel of a sweet and candy-coated childhood. The silhouettes, however, remained very grown up with decolletage-baring tanks and tops, high hemlines that flirted with toned thighs, and sensual one-shoulder looks emphasizing the cinched waist. To see more of Tibi's beautifully bright S/S 2010 collection, click on the slideshow!


    Trends candy colors, florals, bias cut hemlines, slip dresses
    Celebs Kelly Killoren Bensimon, Olivia Palermo, Amerie, Thalia
    Photo credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
    Tags : tibi , summer , spring , nyc
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer: Rag & Bone

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    Ida Hsiang on Sep 18, 2009 8:24 AM PDT
    Marcus Wainwright and David Neville have been described as "an English hip, young Ralph Lauren" by no less an authority than Vogue's Anna Wintour. Their Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2010 collection for their label, Rag & Bone, was shown last Friday to an audience full of appreciative fans. Structured jackets took pride of place in Friday's show, and they were shown in all lengths and styles, from military influenced to frock coats. The color palette of the collection was decidedly muted, with creams, olives, and chambray-like blues. Other than the jackets, the pieces included a heavy dose of skinny jeans and leggings with the occasional summer-weight long johns and work shirt worn as a (very short) dress. A flesh-toned silk jumpsuit was one of the biggest hits of the show, as was a navy dress topped with a light blue field coat.


    See more of Rag & Bone at New York Fashion Week at Couture In The City!
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Max Azria

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    Sabrina Newman on Sep 17, 2009 11:24 AM PDT
    Backstage at the Max Azria show, there was a poster up on the wall which read: "Be Strong. Be Confident." These commandments definitely came to life on the runway, both in the attitude of the models and the amazingness of the clothes. The Max Azria Spring/Summer 2010 collection merged clean sophistication with a rebellious attitude. Dresses crafted from crepe, chiffon, and silk georgette were slashed and deconstructed, as noted in the program, "to reveal the understated beauty of clean lines and sleek sophistication." The pared-down palette got an occasional kick with flashes of delicate beading and metallic cages. While this collection was heavily dress-oriented, there were also some incredible separates thrown into the mix. I especially loved the silk georgette beaded tops. While I loved pretty much every look, the final few really sent my heart aflutter. There was a long white-crepe deep-V dress that was so sexy yet so elegant, a black crepe slash dress that was too hot to resist, and two beaded numbers (one in white, the other in black) that were so stunning, you'll just have to see for yourself in the slideshow!


    Color Palette: black, nude, white, grey, taupe
    Celeb Sightings: Lucy Liu, Mickey Rourke, Nastia Liukin, Kelly Rowland
    Photo Credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Mara Hoffman

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    Lisanne Silverman on Sep 14, 2009 10:21 AM PDT
    Mara Hoffman put on an exceptionally colorful show (along with co-presenters and fellow People's Revolution designers Nicholas K and Whitney Port) on day two of the Spring/Summer 2010 shows at New York Fashion Week. Elegantly draped watercolor maxidresses and super short voluminous minis added variety to the bohemian-inspired collection, which also featured masculine elements like boyfriend blazers and tuxedo jackets. Noteworthy looks included a not quite neon yellow ruched mini paired with a floaty printed top, and a beautifully constructed resort style gown paired with tough-chic gladiator heels. Body-conscious skirts, one-shouldered dresses, and tribally influenced patterns don't seem to be going away anytime soon, but when they look this good, why should they? Click the slideshow to see more from Mara Hoffman at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week.


    Celebs: various cast members from "The City," singer Amerie
    Trends: one shouldered minidresses, tribal prints, subtle pleating/draping
    Photo credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
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