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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.  Alexandre Herchcovitch 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.  Alice & Olivia 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!   Belstaff 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! Belstaff I predicted androgyny would be a theme/trend for Fal...

NY Fall 2013 Collections

London Fashion Week is in full swing right now, but I've been taking a look through the collections show last week in NYC.  And here are some thoughts....   Pops of Orange   Altuzarra   Creatures of the Wind   Rag & Bone I love the idea of having a pop of orange (or any bright color) at the collar bringing attention up to the face and giving these somewhat severe looks a bit of whimsy.  This could also work the opposite way, give a flirty outfit some edge. Full Skirts Alexandre Herchovitch Band of Outsiders I think the full skirt/nipped waist will be big this fall.  Raf Simmons revitalized Dior's New Look in such a big way I think we'll start to see the trickle down effect in other collections. Leather 3.1 Phillip Lim Altuzzarra     I've been noticing for awhile now the way designers are reinventing uses for leather, last seen here . The Phillip Lim look is not out-of-the-box in...