New York Fashion Week Spring '09: Chris Han.
Summary: Chris Han presented a collection that was eminently wearable. The line was for all kinds of women, for all kinds of situations, and honestly, could be for all different seasons. Structured and perfectly tailored trousers and jackets were balanced with gauzy, lightweight blouses and skirts. The color palette was reservedly neutral, but …
New York Fashion Week Spring '09: Project Runway. The Stylish (?) Six.
So Friday (the last day) of New York Fashion Week Spring ’09 brought a total zoo to the tents in the form of Project Runway‘s finale collections. As this and past season’s contestants like Stella, Blayne, Santoro, Laura Bennett, Jay McCarrol, Kevin Christiana, Malan Breton, Jillian, Rami, Jack Mackenroth, Carmen and Daniel Vosovic filed in …
New York Fashion Week Spring '09: A Mixed Bag at Anna Sui
Summary: We have come to expect certain things from Anna Sui, like a rainbow of colors, a menagerie of prints, and a million-and-one trimmings and details, and she definitely did not skimp on her Spring/Summer ’09 collection. The show was bright and loud, with layered looks, shocking color combinations, unusual prints, and perfectly mismatched ensembles. …
New York Fashion Week Spring '09: Milly Throws a Boho Party
Summary: The Milly Spring/Summer ’09 collection by Michelle Smith threw a serious boho party during Fashion Week. Things started out great (and fun with a blaring soundtrack from the ’60’s and ’70’s) when a stunning rainbow-hued caftan sauntered down the runway. It was chic and bright and definitely covetable. A number of other similar pieces …
New York Fashion Week Spring '09: Carlos Miele, You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman!
Summary: A carefree Brazilian attitude was in the atmosphere at Carlos Miele‘s Spring show. Translated to fashion, this meant flowing dresses and gowns primarily in silk chiffon, bronzed-up models with loose locks, and prints and colors inspired by the rainforest landscape of Miele’s home country. Hip-hugging cropped pants, stone embroidery and vests added edge to …
