MILLY BY MICHELLE SMITH - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Milly by Michelle Smith’s Fall 2012 collection, “Future Perfect” was girly and fun, with full, voluminous skirts in pink, blue and green, paired with fitted sweaters and cropped jackets. The collection was a nod to the 1960s American girl in Paris with lots of…
MONCLER GRENOBLE - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION PRESENTATION Moncler Grenoble’s Fall 2012 collection was presented on ice in Central Park’s Wollman Rink. The collection consisted of variations on the puffer jacket done in the french tricolore, red, white, and blue. The collection was inspired by Kubrick’s Space Odyssey and made from a material called…
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW In his Fall 2012 collection, Narciso Rodriguez continued the play with oversized proportions and color-blocking which he began in his 2012 Resort collection. Rodriguez said that his Fall show was inspired by, “collaging, collecting, color, film stills, many artists, the film world.” Despite this random assortment of ideas,…
NAUTICA - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION PRESENTATION Nautica’s Fall 2012 collection was inspired by the traditional clothing worn by seafarers of the Northeastern coast. This season marked a brand, who’s built its’ empire on all things nautical, returning to its’ roots. Dark khakis and corduroys were offset with lively yellow and red parkas or…
PRABAL GURUNG - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Prabal Gurung used his Fall 2012 collection to show both the light and the dark sides of his personality. The collection progressed from blacks to whites and gold without losing any of it’s initial darkness and intensity in the process. Even amongst the ruffles, sequins, and gold…
RACHEL ROY - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION PRESENTATION Sumptuous fabrics in pink, red, cobalt, and green hit just the right note of sophisticated lady-like elegance at the Rachel Roy Fall 2012 show. The collection managed to balance modern trends with a sense of timelessness and practical wearability and functionality. The hem’s of the architectural A-line skirts…
SALLY LAPOINTE - NEW YORK F/W FASHION SHOW Sally LaPointe toned down her usual gothic, angular style for her Fall 2012 collection inspired by Kafka’s The Metamorphosis. The collection was a departure for LaPointe who used ample color and patterns instead of her usual all black ensembles. However, her dark roots remained in tact with models…
SIMON SPURR - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW In his Fall 2012 collection, Simon Spurr continued to perfect his variation on the suit, the item of clothing which has single-handedly propelled him to fashion stardom. Honing his tailoring under masters such as Ralph Lauren and Hedi Slimane, Spurr did not disappoint. His traditionally tailored pieces were…
THE BLONDS - NEW YORK F/W 2012 RUNWAY VIDEO The Blonds are known for their wild, crazy antics on the runway, and, as always, with their Fall 2012 collection they managed to outdo themselves once again. This year’s title of guest of honor belonged to questionable fashion icon Lil’ Kim, and it was also the first…
TIM HAMILTON REDUX - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION PRESENTATION Tim Hamilton’s Redux line allows the designer a chance to go into his archives and reissue and re-imagine some of his most popular archival pieces, giving the classics a fresh, modern twist. The Fall 2012 collection is the first time the Redux line has shown…
YEOHLEE - NEW YORK F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Yeohlee Teng gave an informal presentation with only seven looks for Fall 2012. The ensembles were largely monochromatic, with the exception of a few pieces in a deep burgundy, and a teal, mohair, cape coat. The collection was cohesive with loosely cut silhouettes that played with draping and…
AMINAKA WILMONT - LONDON F/W 2012 RUNWAY VIDEO Ever since joining to form their label Aminaka Wilmont in 2006, Scandinavian duo Maki Amiknaka Löfvander and Marcus WIlmont have won widespread recognition for their against the grain, feminine collections featuring avant-garde tailoring. The A/W 2012-13 collection, their largest yet, highlights minimalist expression, seeking to present strong…
ANTONIO BERARDI - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW A graduate of London’s Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design who also worked with John Galliano, Antonio Berardi launched his first collection during his final year as a student in 1994. His A/W 2012-13 collection features a stark, architectural aesthetic that emphasizes the interplay of…
ASHLEY ISHAM - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Ashley Isham played with the stereotype of the modern “City Girl” in his F/W 2012 collection, mixing clean, contemporary tailoring with an urban silhouette that easily goes from day to night. The collection was composed of statement prints in rich, dynamic colors, like emerald, blue, and pink,…
ASHISH - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Three-time recipient of the New Generation award, Indian-born Ashish Gupta made his first debut on the LFW runway in 2004 after finishing his studies at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Drawing inspiration from the grunge movement, Gupta’s collection displays eclectic layers of sweeping shirts, knit…
BERNARD CHANDRAN - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Bernard Chandran has been creating a lot of buzz amongst the fashion crowd lately, and his 1940s, minimalist chic fall collection is sure to amplify it. The collections vintage style was emphasized by the models classic victory roll hairstyle and bright red lips. The looks were largely monochromatic…
CHRISTIAN BLANKEN - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Hailing from the Netherlands, Christian Blanken presented the audience an insider’s look into his current anthology project of the history of sportswear, Decades of Sportswear. This A/W 2012-13 collection draws upon a modern sports look, centering on box contours, fitted trousers, and straight-cut dresses that are perfectly…
CORRIE NIELSEN - BACKSTAGE INTERVIEW Corrie Nielsen used her Fall 2012 show as an opportunity to explore her personal heritage. Nielsen drew from the Vestiarium Scoticum, a medieval encyclopedia of clothing designs and patterns, and the story of her great, great, great grandfather, John S. Burns, who moved from America to Scotland during the Revolutionary War,…
DANS LA VIE - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW Japanese designer Rira Sugawara launched her label Dans La Vie in A/W 2011, and since then, has already established herself at the forefront of contemporary fashion with her daring looks. This AW 2012-13 collection again showcases Sugawara’s ability to surprise, with her adventurous combination of animal…
DAVID KOMA - LONDON F/W 2012 FASHION SHOW VIDEO After making his debut solo last LFW show, London designer David Koma presents an A/W 2012-13 collection that accentuates the interplay of texture and industrial embellishments. According to Vogue, Koma reported to have found inspiration in “the lithe greyhound of Louis Icart’s Art Deco paintings and…
