On Wednesday, Whitney Eve made its fashion week debut and its designer, Whitney Port, is someone we have all seen grow in the fashion industry. This week, we had the chance to see her grow again, and I have put together a timeline of events leading up to her fall 2012 show and beyond. Also, you get a chance to see her antique kaleidoscope-inspired collection’s show in its entirety.
February 13: Whitney Port preps for the show at People's Revolution offices, completing last-minute styling changes.
February 14: Whitney begins to finalize the music playlist that the models will walk to during her show. The young designer even asks fans for suggestions to get the correct “mood and vibe.”
February 15:
Whitney invites fans backstage (via blog post) hours before her show, giving them a sneak peak behind the scenes of her set and emotions. “I have so many emotions running through my head — I am excited, nervous, proud, anxious, grateful, to name a few, and the butterflies in my stomach have not subsided in days,” she wrote.
Finally, the show began. Check it out in the video...
After the show, Port took to her blog once again, saying, “I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who came out to my show today. Your support means so much to me and seeing all of your faces in the audience made this day that much more special.”
German-born designer Dorothee Schumacher may have found her footing updating basics for chic businesswomen, but her latest runway show at Berlin Fashion Week proved she’s really trying to brighten up the work place. The designer ditched neutrals for a bold color story that embraced deep rose, bright blues, and earthy green hues in rich silks. The line, dubbed her “New Era Divas Collection,” packed a punch with prints, particularly in her opening look which featured a structured silk shirt with voluminous shoulders and a matching pant, both in a busy red pattern. The designer continued to wow with high-slit skirts and dresses, as well as shiny, cropped cigarette pants, but she still maintained her classic feminine flair, including glamorous, seventies-style gowns.
The show really exemplified how the modern-day diva keeps her cool: When one model accidentally stepped out of a 4-inch heel, she simply smiled, took off her other shoe, and continued her strut down the runway. She certainly seems like the woman Schumacher had in mind — according to the designer, the muse for the collection is “clever and ambitious and goes for what she wants, but she’s also relaxed, feminine, and fun.” Sounds like our kind of girl!
Text Kara Solarz Image and Source The Wall Street Journal
Among the many trends cropping up during the ongoing fashion weeks, one that stands out among them are cropped shirts. The trend is already making it's way to the red carpet — namely, Gwyneth Paltrow's midriff-baring ensemble at the Emmys.
The tops range from lacy to leather, solids to prints, neon to neutral...and back again! The key to this trend is to ride the fine line between trashy and classy. Too much skin can turn things a little nasty — and not in a fun way. An easy solution is to stick with high-waisted bottoms, to keep a little more skin under wraps.
What do you think? How wearable is this trend off the runway and red carpet?
Initially used to create the perfect catholic schoolgirl look, thigh high socks are quickly making a comeback in the fashion world. This season, knee-high socks are being worn in new and exciting ways- so you can forget about dusting off your penny loafers and pleated plaid skirts. For summer, thigh high socks are being worn under chunky platform sandals and are being paired with everything from tap shorts to bohemian dresses. As the fall season approaches, thigh high socks look cozy and cute when worn over a pair of sheer patterned tights, or when seen peeking out of a great new pair of boots. There are a ton of styles out there; from the chunky cable-knit material made by Miu Miu to the basic, solid material sold at Target. I would suggest trying out a low end pair first, just so you can experiment with the trend’s different colors and textures before investing in a high end, designer pair. Make sure the way you wear them is flattering to your body type- those with bigger thighs may want to stick to socks that hit just below the kneecap, as these lengths are super slimming. If you’re toned and trimmed, try pairing just above the kneecap socks with a pair of your shortest shorts. The contrast that this creates is a fun and new approach to dressing up in the summer months. The best part about this trend is that it works for every season, so when you finda pair that you love, don’t hesitate to purchase them! Socks have been making appearances on the runways for both the summer and for the upcoming fall/winter runway collections. With that said, it looks like they are here to stay!
On May 15th, the Christian Dior Resort 2011 Collection walked in Shanghai, China. Aside from being the first time the fashion house presented a collection in Shanghai, the fashion house also celebrated the re-opening of the Dior store and the launch of their new fragrance, Escale a Shanghai. While one may assume John Galliano was influenced by the Far East, the designer took a different route, bringing the sixties bee-hives to China.
Ruffles were all the rage, whether tiered or strategically placed. In contrast to last season's bare all and lingerie philosophy, there was more coverage and believe it or not, 3/4 sleeved jackets and coverups. Another contrast? The emergence of pretty pastelle colors in hues of white, pink and lilac from neons of the eighties revival. This collection is definitely for the pretty pin-up girl at heart.
"We wanted something young, something that felt fresh, so we looked to surfing and skating, the things we grew up on," said Lazaro Hernandez backstage during his show. Well that is definitely what they gave us, the colors were bold and electric. The funky kid was definitely flying full color on the catwalk this fashion week. They said they were inspired by surfing and skating and that vibe was apparent throughout their show. The bight blues, yellows and greens definitely scream surfer and skater.
Bringing back the tie dye from years past, there is the hippie inspired feeling in them but still modern day. I would say a hippie of today would definitely rock one of these dresses with a feather headpiece. Done deal! These two guys nailed it. Spring, I am so looking forward to seeing you! ;)
It seems this season's trends are all over the map, ranging from ultra-edgy and futuristic to decadently gorgeous '40's. This upcoming season is all about expressing yourself in different personalities or generations and I think it's going to be a great season.
Okay so I've covered many trends from biker chick to military solider but I have to introduce something new to the mix. The idea of a paisley print. While you're trying on your leather pants or structured military jacket throw in a paisley print to make it a little more feminine. Get in touch with your inner hippie. With its swiry patterns and folk art detailing it adds a little character to your fall wardrobe.
If your not too keen on the print and don't want it to over power your outfit, look for a scarf or a bracelet with the paisley inspired print. It doesn't have to be the focus of the outfit. But it certainly is a great accent piece.
If you paid any attention to New York fashion week, you would definitely notice that the Recessionista look is in--black dresses, black accessories, black, black, black. It's almost as if every designer was invited to create a look for Wall Street's funeral.
However, Isaac Mizrahi, god bless him, decided to skip the wake and go straight for the what-happens-when-you-lose-your-trust-fund look. Baggy pants, wacky coats, weird granny-size dresses on granddaughter-size bodies.
And bag hats? So much for subtlety. One model was even carrying a handbag that was part purse, part box it came in. At least she can return if she's in a jam and needs cash for cab...
Maybe Mr. Mizrahi was inspired by spending one too many Saturdays in T. J. Maxx ("Is the economy really this bad or was there a fight before I got here?"). One thing is for sure though, bag lady chic has officially arrived. Well, at least it wasn't all black.
Maybe some of you have been wondering why we haven't said a single word about New York Fashion week. Well, lets just say there umm isn't much to say. Yup. For the lack of a better word the shows were just, boring. I mean aren't people supposed to be pouring out with creativity during a recessions? Thank God for Rebecca Taylor, her collection with the little blue socks saved me from nearly being bored to tears as I clicked through the collections on style dot com. Even though the socks added a little bit of a interesting element to an over all yawn of a fashion week... I probably could put that look together in my grandma's closet. I mean rose detailed silk top, skirt and a Grandpa cardigan. Well at least we won't be tempted to go out and shop with the money we don't have. There isn't anything I saw during fashion week that will get me running to 5th Ave, but maybe to Grandmas.
