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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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