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Alexander Berardi Spring 2010

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alexander_berardi_titleNew York native Alexander Berardi gave us a “happy take on 2010”. Designs were delicate, feminine, and elegant, created for a very specific type of woman. Tiered ruffles, sexy sequin dresses and loose drapery were Upper East Side flirty. A key piece was the tuxedo inspired blazers for evening. A bright orange dress and a pink and orange floral print add a flash of color to the neutral collection. There was a sophisticated sailor influence with the navy hats and details like pleating, piping and gold buttons. A collection fit for a strong, classy Manhattanite.
-Maria Giannakakis
Photos by Sandra Rosales


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Monarchy Spring 2010

monarchy_titleMonarchy 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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Vassilios Kostetsos Spring 2010

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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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Argentine Designer Collections Spring 2010


Designers Cardon, Min Agostini, Eufemia, Benito Fernandez, and Litta displayed their collections in Bryant Park. Ranging from a variety of traditional-inspired pieces, multi-colored richly printed numbers, elegant streamlined modernism, to beautifully crafted pleated gowns topped with ornate hats, the designers clearly impressed this season.
Photos by Stevyn Llewellyn

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Cho Cheng Spring 2010

chochengCho Cheng Spring/Summer 2010
Cho Cheng’s show was inspired by “a whimsical potpourri of the Japanese obi, Federico Fellini and Holly Golightly”. It was a sophisticated high-quality line definitely geared toward his loyal following of high profile clients. Luxurious fabrics were used like silk crepe, organza, satin, cotton sateen and a light wool crepe for jackets. A ruffle-like detail made of hand-fashioned silk petals was applied to the neckline, sleeves, cuffs and the front of dresses and honestly got a bit tiresome. The collection was predominately black and ivory, except for a finale of blue and cream evening dresses that were seemingly inspired by Tiffany boxes and included a grand finale white satin empire gown modeled by Coco Rocha. Some favorite looks include a sexy, yet classy black silk satin deep V-back dress and black tuxedo jacket with a silk vest.
-Maria Giannakakis
-Photos by Stevyn Llewellyn