Erin Wasson x RVCA presented us with a hippie-chic spread in a California desert scene complete with a live band. We saw silks with metallic palettes, faded denim, short boxy tops and lots of tummy. It screamed boho-SoCal with a vintage grunge twist. I guess we should all be happy to know that cut-off denim shorts and belly shirts are back in- I know for a fact that New Yorkers will be rockin’ this look come next spring!
-Monica Lo
Photos by Stevyn Llewellyn
Monarchy by Eric Kim, is a Men’s and Womenswear line that has become a favorite among the trend setting Hollywood elite. New York’s own fashion/celeb watchers must have caught onto this LA based brand because it was more like anarchy outside the crowded show. Already familiar with its douchebag couture graphic t-shirts worn by the likes of Spencer Pratt, I was surprised to be presented with a fresh, easy to wear yet edgy collection. There was an American classic color scheme of white, blue, khaki, navy and tan combined with a cool European influence. For the ladies, beautifully draped dresses were cinched at the waist and sheer cropped tops paired with tailored jackets or baggy vests. Volume concentrated around the hips and strong shoulders were accented. The accessories were minimal however did include studded skinny belts and scarves for the men. Also for the fellas were distressed denim, light weight lamb skin jackets, linen pinstripe sport coats and white shirts with military inspired details. This collection can be worn from posh events in LA, to hot summer nights in Montauk. Also, major kudos points are awarded for playing Muse and Kings of Leon in their set.
– Maria Giannakakis
Photos by Sandra Rosales
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Rebecca Taylor “explores urban femininity” for Spring 2010. Her collection, which showed at the tents on September 13th, encompasses blazers, sporty pullovers and slouchy trousers. However, there are still flirty elements to be had, and Taylor does not stray far from her coquette “kittenish” roots.
Mini blossom-printed sandals, handbags and belts add a lively balance to the structural details and trim silhouettes, especially when paired with all-over dark solid pieces. Stripes and suits are far from serious, and stretchy grey jersey tops and tank dresses are no longer drab. Many wearable pieces were shown, including a variety of printed petal skirts and button-down blouses. Taylor also embraces pure femininity with strapless “corset-inspired bustiers” and large ruffled dresses in big apple red and deep electric blue.
-Tiffany Chang
Photos by Stevyn Llewellyn
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Light sheens and airiness dominated the runway of the Spring 2010 Vassilios Kostetsos Show. The Greek designer’s line, aptly titled The Phidias-Kalos Pantarkes Collection, is a reference to the Greek sculptor Phidias, who enlisted a youth named Pantarkes to model the likeness of Zeus. A telling statement from the designer. The Spring collection had a strong, ethereal quality, with sheer gauzy overlays floating over form fitting strapless sheaths. Strong shoulders still commanded attention, suggesting goddess-like tendencies. Dresses were encrusted with semi-precious stones, floating over the strong silhouettes, almost severe underneath the wrapped gauze. Menswear were satin suits with knotted scarves—the sheen was quite beautiful and luminous. Metallics were also present, in geometric patterns/panels, and strong metallic corset belts cinched many of the goddess like mini-sheaths. Then suddenly, halfway through the collection, black gowns emerged, encrusted with sequins. The collection took a decidedly darker turn, almost rock and roll—I believe I saw a fringed motorcycle jacket over a bodysuit at one point.
All in all a lofty collection, that gleamed and shone and seemed spun from Olympian tales.
-Jeanie Kwak
Photos by Stevyn Llewellyn
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