Texture, Texture, and More Texture by Marchesa

As New York Fashion Week comes to an end, there were plenty of designers who were sought after; however, Marchesa was one of the "golden ticket" holders. Marchesa designs are often chosen by the celebrity elite for their red carpet looks. Whether it's a movie premier, the Grammy Awards, or the Academy Awards, they're all looking to be spotted in the dazzling designer's dream. As Marchesa made their NYFW debut recently at the Plaza Hotel on a star studded runway, there were many looks that made fashionistas look twice. The third of the 33 looks caught our eye, and it was certainly impressing all viewers. The photo shot by Giovanni Giannoni shows the cream-colored lace pattern as it graces the off-white sweetheart neck line. It was a once-in-a-lifetime Marchesa look that any celebrity or stylist should snatch up quickly, especially with the Academy Awards quickly approaching!

Text Jordan Bossman 
Source Marchesa.com

Hats Off to Marc Jacobs

It’s impossible to predict what Fashion Week staple Marc Jacobs will send down the runway, but one thing’s for sure — it will be a can’t-miss catwalk. His highly anticipated showing at New York Fashion Week on Monday was no exception. Expertly layering floral brocades, knobby knits, and splashes of not-so-subtle sparkle, the line’s eponymous designer topped off each look with oversized fur hats created by milliner Stephen Jones. Even though they were totally yet wonderfully over the top (so much so that New York Times fashion critic Derek Blasberg affectionately referred to them as “furry, fantastical pimp hats”), they still failed to distract from each outfit, especially his to-die-for jackets, oversized paisley prints, and fall 2012’s new must-have: wool stoles.

Set on a delicate winter wonderland backdrop that screamed Tim Burton (read: Mad Hatter) meets Charles Dickens, Marc Jacobs played up his Victorian inspiration with tacked-on bustles, updated tweeds, and oversized shoe buckles. What can we say? Our Great Expectations were met.

Text Kara Solarz
Image New York Magazine

Thakoon's Fuchsia Fantasy

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Thakoon showed its pink-doused fall 2012 collection at New York Fashion Week on Sunday. Color blocking with fuchsia, hot pink, and red—complete with brightly colored lips—the fiery show featured luxe fabrics like leather, fur, and jacquard.

Mastermind behind the designs Thakoon Panichgul mixed older styles (such as high-waisted pants and inspiration from tuxedo cuts) with modern looks (by way of color and materials) and calls the color scheme a "neon beam."

With a nod from New York Fashion Week, will you be dressed in head-to-toe pink on Valentine's Day?

Text Alice Chen
Image and Source Washington Post

Jason Wu Fall 2012: Asia Major

Fashion Week may be losing some of its front-row celebs to the Grammy’s tonight, though we’re confident A-list designers like Diane Von Furstenburg, Thakoon, and Zac Posen will still be able to draw a crowd. But, even with fashion darlings like Nicki Minaj and Lana Del Rey bound to turn heads on the red carpet, it will be hard for them to beat the delicious drama of rising star Jason Wu’s fall 2012 runway show.

Inspired by a trip to Taiwan, the designer’s birthplace, Wu drew from China’s military background, opulent history (think Qing Dynasty), and Hollywood’s thirties interpretation of the country to create his most daring collection to date. And if the shiny embroidered fabrics, playful keyhole necklines, and flashes of red weren’t an indicator of his Asian motivation, Wu tipped off his audience with his opener: A burst of red light on oversized doors and a model cued by a cymbal crash.

Wu really brought out each model’s inner geisha with slick, severe ponytails and bold blue cat eyes, but our personal favorite detail and new must-try trend was the collection's tasseled accents, pictured above as earrings and also added to his fabulous clutches. It’s definitely a departure from his delightfully demure collection for Target (which quickly sold out), but we’re not complaining.

Text Kara Solarz
Image Style.com