Summary: How does one take the fierce essence of a samurai warrior and the demure elegance of a geisha, and concoct a perfectly cohesive idea? Why, the master of fashion storytelling of course, Carmen Marc Valvo. Adept at spinning tales as easily as the threads on his garments, Valvo loves to juxtapose different eras, themes …
Summary: Who best embodies the urban and edgy lifestyle better than designer Tracy Reese? In a sea of pale white and cream colored collections (for the brightest and longest days of the season, nonetheless), Reese’s Spring/Summer 2013 Ready-To-Wear capsule stands out with its bright hues, multi-colored ikat and various animal prints. Tribal cues are …
Summary: The classic hourglass silhouettes of confident women was the focal inspiration of Norisol Ferrari‘s Spring/Summer 2013 ready-to-wear collection. Streamlined shapes and feminine sheath dresses walked the catwalk in neutral tones with a small pop of “fire engine” red. The socialite in all of us would be pleased at what was shown. Draped silk …
Summary: I was quite thankful to catch Erin Fetherston‘s SS13 collection online, because after 30 minutes at her extremely crowded presentation at the Standard Hotel, I had caught glimpses of maybe 3 complete looks. That’s not to say the models weren’t there and dressed in Fetherston’s spring looks, but the layout of the presentation …
Fashion’s Night Out celebrations spread throughout Chicago on September 6th, and Second City Style’s Editors were there to hit several of the hottest shopping spots along Michigan Avenue and Oak Street. There was a great party at the 900 North Michigan Shops for FNO. Ali Larter was the celebrity host for the event. The VIP …
