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Fall 2014 Keeps on Rolling

Last week I had a brief glimpse at the New York Fashion Week collections and made some predictions here.  I've had a few more ganders and here are some looks/designers/trends I'm feeling. 


I enjoy everything about this look, especially the kooky glasses, but mostly this sleeveless coat-like dress.  It's a statement piece in a neutral shade that can be worn alone or layered over standard basics. 

Completely opposite from the minimalist look above, but does echo menswear inspiration. Two things spring to mind: 1)Hello "Party" Suit!  2)The pattern of the blazer and trouser obviously matches, but also contrasts... very clever!  


Throwing you for a loop here, Belstaff is actually apart of London's Fashion week happening right now. I loved EVERY look of this collection. Talk about coat porn. Here's another one for you!



I predicted androgyny would be a theme/trend for Fall '14 and Rag & Bone had an interesting take with some menswear inspired looks. 

This has more of a vintage feel in the "bowling" shirt, which is a new path to travel on with androgyny/menswear that may be fun to explore come fall. 



Here we have another take on menswear with a conservative blazer, topping a pair lounge PJs. Has a very nonchalance attitude, but with polish. 




This collection represented a trend I saw from other designers of high-neck tops and dresses and a very "covered-up" feel in general. What was interesting about Ruffian's take was the strategic use of color, like the purple of these tights.  A very translatable technique when going form runway to the real world. 


I promise there WILL be an outfit post tomorrow. Mr. Keller and I were away for the weekend with little-to-no picture shooting opportunities. 

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