New York Collections AW12

The fall collections from New York were all extremely strong in their own right. Each one has something to get excited about. So here they are: the ten most exciting things from New York. And let's not forget the creatives responsible...

Is that a skirt? Is that a shirt? It's Proenza Schouler! (and it's a dress)

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez

In her next chapter, the most famous Girl in literature wears Calvin Klein.

Francisco Costa

Rodarte brought souvenirs from the Australian outback. We'll keep the shoes, thanks.

Kate and Laura Mulleavy

(*mumbles something cute in French*) Marc by Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs

Donna Karan should suit you just fine.

Donna Karan

Style runs in Victoria Beckham's family.

Victoria Beckham

Ralph Lauren is for Downtn Abby fans - and regular people.

Ralph Lauren

Techno shine at Prabal Gurung... Hypnotising.

Prabal Gurung

Frockerella fun with Victoria, Victoria Beckham.

Victoria Beckham

They're having a sample sale down the rabbit hole! Take the plunge for Marc Jacobs.

Marc Jacobs

 

 

 

 

 

Look What She's Wearing!

I was never much of a street style enthusiast. I always thought of it as 'interesting if you have the time,' which I don't. The images below, the best from AW12 fashion month have changed my views completely. When they're photographed like this, street style images are an artform in their own right. It's great to see how people wear and interpret the most beautiful beautiful 'last season' clothes - making it all seem fresh again.

If nothing else, these pictures do an excellent job is showing the fun and joy of fashion - there's nothing not to love.

 

 

 

 

Images: amercicanvogue.com

Dazzle Them Miu Miu AW12

It’s the final must-see show of the AW12 season and one of my personal holy trinity (Prada – Miu Miu – Burberry Prorsum). Miuccia was in a very good mood this season, continuing her Prada train of thought she delivered patterned pants suits with chunky shoes – there is lots to obsess about.

Miu Miu is certainly a whole lot more masculine than Prada – here you’ll find a woman wearing a suit and tie. Except for a few dresses half way through, the show was almost completely void of femininity. This could only mean one thing: the Miu Miu woman doesn’t need to show her femininity through her clothes, she can dress like a boy and still come out on top. Clever, Miuccia.

The optimism of the show lay in the pattern. Amazing clashes of spots, stripes, and numerous other dazzling prints brought a unique sense of eccentricity and individuality. As usual, it all feels just right. After all, Miuccia can do no wrong.  

 

Images: vogue.it

OLSEN!

An update on the April ELLE UK covers… They have two on the newsstands: one for Mary Kate and one for Ashley. For me, the Ashley cover is a clear winner, but the Huffingon Post pool puts them at almost fifty fifty.

Regardless, it’s the collectors’ cover (BOTTOM) that steals my heart.

Pick your favourite.

 

Girls On A Train: Louis Vuitton AW12

Okay. Shut the door. Shut the front door, shut the back door, shut the windows, shut the garage. If what I’ve read is to be believed, this Louis Vuitton train which was specially built for the show, took 5 months to make and actually drove into the show space with the models in the coach before the show started.

I have a childhood obsession with trains, so I think this is utterly special. I guess you can decide for yourself whether it beats the SS12 carousel, but I’m staying on team train. This sort of thing (debating which Louis Vuitton set is the best before even getting into the clothes) is a testament to the brilliance of Marc Jacobs. No matter what he does, the man has a way of transporting you to into a wonderful fantasy land.

The collection fits in very nicely between Prada and Marc Jacobs AW12. These girls, coming from the country and going to the city, have their fabulous hats, their chunky heels, their embellishments, and their unbreakable air of power.

The magic here lies in the silhouette. Yes, it’s extremely forgiving (score) but there’s something mad about it. Something that evokes that Marc Jacobs Mad Hatter feel… Well, whatever it is, it’s definitely my favourite side of the new season. All this black is great, but I find this whimsical feel to be more dynamic, more fashion.  

Images elleuk.com and style.com