Celebs, Celebs, and More Celebs! Why Fashion Week is the New Oscars!
In lieu of the ongoing writers’ strike, celebs have no place to show their face. And so where do they go? NY Fashion Week of course! (We’re sure they love the clothes, too.) We spotted: Actress Aisha Tylor chomping gum at the Badgley Mishka show. NOT COOL. But here’s what IS… Bandage Dresses Celebs are …
NY Fashion Week Fall '08. Sophisticated Suprises From Michael Kors
Summary: Sure we can recognize the uptown chic anywhere but Michael Kors took went the extra mile this season; making sure his look was singular and not too much in the vein of other upper east side favorites Oscar and Ralph. Included in the 67 looks was a red fox stole, ostrich jacket, satin wool …
NY Fashion Week Fall '08. Malan Breton. The Bold and the Beautiful
Summary: Inspired by crisp, classic 60s French pop (think Deneuve in Umbrellas of Cherbourg) Malan Breton created a collection that shined. Instead of trying to accomplish too much, he was bold and confident enough to send beautifully sculpted pieces down the runway that stood their ground. Clearly, Breton understands the chic sensibility of European style– he’s …
NY Fashion Week Fall '08. Monique Lhuillier is Ready for Fall
Summary: According to Monique Lhuillier, her fall collection had a smoky and loungy flapper feeling with a modern approach. Amen to that! While her designs were not an exact replica but merely inspiration from the roaring 20’s they were impeccably styled, super luxe and super sexy. Art Deco influences were evident …
NY Fashion Week Fall '08. Badgley Mischka "Say it Broken English"
Summary: If we have said it once we have said it a thousand times, as much as Badgley Mischka have licensed pretty much everything (handbags to perfume) these days, they shine when they focus on what they do best…red carpet show stoppers. The design duo also do daywear and tried to meld the two together …
