3.08.2014

FASHION MONTH ROUND-UP

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ALEXANDER WANG
This season, Wang was truly an interesting balance in the color and texture varieties. The styling was on point (I love the high necked layering) as were the accessories (who doesn't want a ubiquitous Wang purse?). If I were to get a pair of calf/thigh high boots, those would be the only ones I'd "yes." Also, gonna cry at the insanely cool hem of that last white shirtdress. 

DION LEE
It's been many seasons since I first followed Lee's work and I can say with confidence that I'm very happy with his aesthetic growth and progression. This season, a monochrome palette was kept interesting with clean-cut asymmetrical details, enviable layering techniques, and of course a few amazing dresses that I'd die to have. 

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J.W. ANDERSON
Just when I had the slightest notion that I would be a little bored by J.W. Anderson, this collection pops up and leaves me stunned. Languid yet structural, the dresses were a perfect mix of juxtapositions. 
I aboslutely adore the bustier detailing on a few of the pieces. 

ISSA
Taking after Celine last season, Issa was arts-and-crafts-y in the most refined manner. An embellishment in the form of a goofy face and zig-zag tops were adorable details while the larger color blocks were artfully pieced like a Matisse. Being done on clean silhouettes in nice proportions, this collection remained elegant and tasteful. 

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MARNI
I think it goes without saying that there our expectations are low going into Milan. Yet, in the most recent seasons, Marni has been thoroughly impressing me. The resurgence of the great boldness that Marni carries so well was displayed throughout this collection, ranging from the multicolor coat with broad brushstroke-like colors to the fur and feathered dresses in the last few looks. It was over the top in all the right ways--without the garishness of everything else in Milan. 

ICEBERG
Another exception to the Milanese rule, Iceberg presented a superb mish-mash of different design details. The collection looks fit for a neo-galactic fashion week attendee, with its foil textures, constructed silhouettes, and palette of cool neutrals with vivid brights. 

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JACQUEMUS
In a quick ascension to the top of the fashion scene as of late, JACQUEMUS has stolen the spotlight once again with his FW14 collection, a delightfully composed array of puffy and cushy looking pieces that I want to touch so badly. I love that the simplicity of the pieces does not conjure boredom but rather garners more interest and curiosity (at least for me!). I am just in love with the variety of silhouettes he puts out on the runway, they are too fantastic. 

CÉLINE
I will start off by saying that this collection was not my favorite when I first saw it, but it grew on me (and continues to do so...waiting for that moment of Céline explosion that inevitably occurs every season). The mix of ribbed knits with picnic-basket gingham is an unexpected but intriguing combination; meanwhile, the luxe pairing of fur and jewels was fresh due to the twist--that massive cluster necklace and orange fur are paired nicely. Once again, footwear and handbags were on point--more things to add to my "unattainable wants" list.


images via style.com

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