Fashion Week is on, and day one is over. What I love so far is the emphasis on the waist mainly because that’s my best feature, and women like me deserve a little reprieve after the hip-focused multi-year fashion phase we’ve had to endure. Sheesh. I also love the sleeves-with-interest trend that’s happening, which we saw a little of last year–now it’s really booming.
There’s more to come, but here is a bit of what’s gone on so far:
Erin Featherson
Erin Says: “I think the ultimate luxury in fashion is to be yourself, to celebrate your personality.”
Celebs Who Showed: Anna Wintour, Britney Snow
Trends: cinched waist, double-breasted tops, high-waisted shorts, white on white, interesting sleeves, floatyness, turbans, shirt dresses and long jackets:
L. A. M. B.
Gwen Says: “I decided to go back to my roots, to when I discovered the ska bands from England—like Madness and the Specials—that made me what I am today.”
Celebs Who Showed: Eve, Carrie Underwood (weird)
Trends: As Nicole Phelps put it, the collection “looked like the sixties as seen by someone who grew up in the eighties” Damn, I wish I had said that! Anyway, Rude Girl style and 80’s Mod revival were in full effect: blazers, sweater vest, braces, ties, skinny pants, plaid, pleated skirts, trouser shorts, double-breasted jackets, high-waisted shorts, black and white, and knee socks:
Nicole Miller
Nicole Says: “After all those big dresses, it’s time to bring things in.”
Trends: color blocking, rompers, lime, big prints, high-waisted shorts, military (admiral) jackets, interesting sleeves, sailor pants, strong shoulders, black and white, double-breasted tops, high-waisted shorts, cropped jackets, Grecian dresses and gold:
Alas…summer is officially approaching, but it’s really no fun unless you sport some black and white gingham.
Julie Haus Siren Dress -black & white gingham - revolveclothing.com: $375 
Nine West Heathers shoe in yellow leather: $59.99
Xhilaration quilted black satchel: $19.99
Kat Von D Painted Love lipstick in Underage Red: $18
