Derek Lam F/W 2011 (left) and S/S 2011 (right) looks by Tom Pecheux for Estée Lauder. Estée Lauder creative makeup director Tom Pecheux is an absolute genius when it comes to makeup. He created the unforgettable orange-dinged Derek Lam look at last season's spring/summer 2011 show, and this season, … [Read more...]
Is Abbey Liebman’s Solar-Powered Dress a Hit or Miss?
March 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Abbey Liebman, a senior at Cornell University debuted a new fashion concept: a solar powered dress. The dress uses flexible and tiny solar panel cells to generate power for small electronic devices, including iPods and cell phones. There is a small USB charger located on the waist. Apparently, the … [Read more...]
Fashion Week’s a Wrap: ’80s Make A Comeback
September 15, 2009 By 1 Comment
The hustle bustle of Fashion Week NYC 2009 is over and one of the most apparent trends on the runway was the return of the big hair, bold makeup, and vintage, 80's inspired clothes. Marc Jacob's designs seemed to be a melting pot of the exotic style and classic retro trends. These models looked like … [Read more...]
Did Designer Kate Sylvester Go Too Far?
April 30, 2008 By 11 Comments
Check out these pictures from Kate Sylvester's collection at Sydney's Fashion Week: News.com.au reports on the apology that was made by Kate Sylvester due to complaints about her collection, one of which came from the national secretary of Australia's Returned & Services League, Derek … [Read more...]
NY Fashion Week Fall ’08: Johnson and Jacobs
February 6, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Here's the latest from Fashion Week Fall 08: Betsey Johnson was her classic self, with an over-the-top, but still pretty wearable collection. I loved everything about it, from the beatnik theme to the sampling of every decade since Kerouac and the beat ruled the underground. Check it out! … [Read more...]
Spring 08 Couture: Chanel, Dior, Armani
January 23, 2008 By Leave a Comment
The couture shows are like candy to me. I just sit back and wait to be dazzled, and I haven't been disappointed by the Spring 08 runways. Angles, symmetry and volume seems to be an obsession of many designers this season, and nobody is holding back, especially where texture is concerned. Colorwise the … [Read more...]
Pre-Fall 2008 Fashion Shows, part 2
December 28, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Here's the second installment of the Pre-Fall 08 fashion shows, including Bill Blass and Roberto Cavalli: Bill Blass: bows, high-waisted pants, sequins, floral, white, slim lines, silk, color gradation. Chanel: Metallic, pink, layers, black and white, tweed, plaid, bubble skirts, purple, zippers, … [Read more...]
Pre-Fall 2008 Fashion Shows, Part 1
December 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The Pre-Fall 2008 shows tease us as we wait for the February shows to wow us. Here's a taste of what we have to look forward to from Oscar de la Rente and Vera Wang. Oscar de la Renta: Trends: Florals, full skirts, brocade, wide leg pants, embellishment, bold color, big shoulders, gold, and ruffles. Vera … [Read more...]
Fashion Comes to The Great Wall of China
October 24, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Quite spectacularly, The Great Wall of China was the backdrop for the most recent Fendi show. Karl Lagerfeld's intention to stage the show at the World Heritage Site was announced in February, when he said, "ItÂ’s all about the opening of China, not just economically, but also from an artistic and … [Read more...]
L.A. Fashion Week Spring ’08: Grey Ant
October 17, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Day 3 at the Smashbox Studios brought the best show yet: Grey Ant. The show was held in the Lightbox, a relatively small room where they packed us in hot and tight, but the claustrophobia and dire thirst were well worth it. The stage was set minimally with a white runway and a backdrop sans pizzaz, which … [Read more...]
