NY Fashion Week: Reem Acra - Dream Within a Dream
September 12, 2008 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
“You can’t have eveningwear without having fantasy. For Spring, Reem Acra wove a tale that began in the attic of a royal castle, the kind of magically cobwebbed place where one might chance upon a forgotten stash of silks and…
NY Fashion Week: Anna Sui - It’s all in the Details
September 11, 2008 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
Anna Sui never fails to energize and innovate her new collections. The most intricate and rich fabrics, intensely vibrant colors and attention to the finest detail make her collections nothing but lustful.
“As rents up and down Seventh Avenue become more…
NY Fashion Week: Matthew Williamson - Beautifully Rich
September 10, 2008 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
“Matthew Williamson is on his own trip. Season in and season out, he practices a particular brand of Ibiza chic: neons, bohemian beading, and caftans are always in his bag of tricks. With bright colors and bold prints on the checklist for…
Fashion Preview: Fringe Returns for Fall
September 10, 2008 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
It’s all about the details for Fall 2008! Fringe, feathers, jewels and embellishments can be found in jewelry, handbags, shoes and clothing.
The trick to this trend is to let these pieces act as statements, don’t overdo it, but let the details…
NY Fashion Week: Marc Jacobs - Luxe Details
September 10, 2008 by Mary Elise Chavez · Leave a Comment
“The King and I meets The Postman Always Rings Twice. Yves Saint Laurent’s Ballets Russes collection redux. There are as many meanings to derive from a Marc Jacobs collection as there are crashers at his shows. But listen to the litany…
