musings and observations from the nycstylist team
The little black dress is a staple in every woman's closet. This classic piece has been interpreted many different ways over the years. On day 2 of NYFW, designers showed us their take on the LBD. All these looks sport a feminine silhouette, each with a different twist.
NYFW Spring/Summer 2018 kicked off with some shimmer and shine. While not all designers showcased metallics, this trend was quite the rage for some. Tom Ford, Greta Constantine, Pamella Roland and Rosetta Getty presented these eye catching looks from their ready-to-wear collections.
Don't put away all of your whites... These looks from NYFW Fall 2017 (available for purchase now) show us how we can incorporate white into our Fall/Winter wardrobe.
Taylor Hill rocked the runway during the 2017 Anna Sui NYFW Fall/Winter Fashion Show in a sheer black dress. When it hit the stores, production had added lining and shortened the sleeves to better suit the consumer market.
Dolce & Gabbana gave their runway a different twist by having up and coming celebrities walk their show instead of typical “It girls.” Like Anna Sui, D&G added lining to the sheer dress making it more practical for consumers.
Prada never disappoints, however, when researching e-commerce sites, we were unable to find any of the printed skirts from the runway show. Nonetheless, the printed top can be found at Bergdorf’s.
The Olsen twins showcased their simple yet elegant ensembles during The Row’s runway show in February. This Neyton Long Leather Trenchcoat in Sand appears to have not gone under any production changes and can be purchased in the same cut and color.
Issey Miyake’s designs turn heads on the runway and in the streets. A knee-length version of this burgundy jacket was paired with a matching belt during NYFW while a shorter version was released for purchase to the public.
Black and gold together always has a certain richness. In contrast with many sheer pieces, this rockstar dress from Alexander McQueen dodged any production alterations.
Paco Rabanne combined geometry and fluidity to the utmost perfection in this timeless piece. The runway dress is currently available for purchase on their website.
Many times a complete runway look does not become available for purchase. Lucky for us, both the ribbed turtleneck sweater and floral skirt can be found on the Balenciaga website in multiple colors.
This coat wooed on the runway during Marc Jacobs’ show and highlighted the latest fall 2017 trend of bright plaids. It can be found in stores in the same cut and color.
Each season, Pantone publishes a fashion report based on the most popular colors seen on the runway during New York Fashion Week. With pre-fall already in stores and fall deliveries beginning, we want to inspire your wardrobe with our favorite looks of this season's hottest colors!
Autumn Maple
From left to right: Ports 1961, Etro, and Prada
Quilted Jackets
From left to right: Ermenegildo Zegna, Dolce & Gabbana, and Garciavelez
Turtlenecks
Double-breasted Jackets
From left to right: Hermès, Giorgio Armani, and Lanvin
Watches: Minimalism
From left to right: Skagen, Daniel Wellington, and Komono
Enhance your go-to outfit with a pop of color by
accessorizing with these tassel earrings that continue to be on-trend.
Cha Cha Cha Turquoise & Yellow Tassel Earrings ckbradley.com $90
These slipper like slides are guaranteed to put a little spring in your step in the city, country or beach side.
Aquazurra Wild Thing Slide Flat aquazzura.com $475
Brighten your neutral handbag collection and carry your essentials in a refreshing yellow bag this summer!
Chanel Flap Bag chanel.com $3,000
Ditch the overrated LBD and highlight your closet with a golden sheath dress instead.
Givenchy Sleeveless Lace-Hem Sheath Dress neimanmarcus.com $1,945.00
Butterscotch leather flairs are edgy, yet professional - and an excellent departure from your typical work pants.
Derek Lam Leather Trouser dereklam.com $1,180
Cool off in this wrap one-piece swimsuit or pair it with high waisted jeans and kitten heels for a chic city look.
Stella McCartney Timeless Wrap One-Piece Suit modesens.com $255
Your little one can romp around in this adorable dress at the beach, playground or even on the first day of school.
MSGM Girls Yellow Embroidered Dress childrensalon.com $113
These cropped trouser's are a combination of
fashion and function making them ideal for any occasion.
Fendi Girls Yellow Cropped Trousers childrensalon.com $335
Perfect for any outfit, these sandals are especially fun for the lemonade stand.
Dolce & Gabbana Girls Yellow Brocade Lemon Print Sandals childrensalon.com $347
These swim shorts are cool in more ways then one. Rock them pool side or at the beach to complete your summer wardrobe.
Capricode printed swim shorts farfetch.com $126
Pair this tie with your favorite business-professional ensemble to refresh and brighten your day-to-day look.
Ermenegildo Zegna Neat 3D Diamond Printed Silk Tie bergdorfgoodman.com $195
Look your best in these cheeful shorts while grilling up those burgers and dogs at your next BBQ.
J. Crew 9" short in garment-dyed cotton jcrew.com $29.99
Shake things up by replacing a pair of chinos with this light and bright pair of textured trousers.
PT01 San Blas Wool-Blend Trousers
barneys.com $189
Swap out your everyday loafers with mustard wingtip oxfords for a bold look.
Kevin Faux Wingtip in Mustard Nordstrom.com $425
Your little rascal will look cool in this graphic and festive tee throughout the summer.
Pepe Jeans graphic t-shirt melijoe.com $22.40
Good thing it's summer break since your little one would be too cool for school in these super stylish cuffed shorts.
Paul Smith Junior Boys Yellow Cotton Shorts
childrensalon.com $61
Be sure to shade their eyes from the sun with these ultra cool sunglasses.
Zoobug Yellow Square Sunglasses childrensalon.com $78
THE HOBO BAG
1970's
The hobo bag became a staple in the fashion world after Jackie Kennedy was photographed with this Gucci style in New York in the 70's. Through the decades, the hobo style has persistently reappeared and continues to remain a part of pop culture. The style has proven to be timeless yet again as Laggo incorporates the slouchy elements into its new Havana bag.
SUNGLASSES
1960's
Hollywood's leading ladies made the cat-eye sunglasses a fashionable accessory in the 60's. Audrey Hepburn wears a pair while filming for the movie Breakfast at Tiffany's. Channel your inner Audrey and pick up a pair of Dior's Sculpt Cat-eye Sunglasses this summer!
1970’s
Recently, we’ve seen a rise in round sunglasses, a comeback of the famed 50’s cat-eye, and now the timeless Aviator. Elvis Presley rocked this trend in 1972 and you can too this summer with Tom Ford's Elliot Square Sunglasses.
SMOKING SLIPPERS
1960's
A true classic, the smoking slipper. Today, Gucci embraces the iconic shoe in its new Princeton collection that Grace Kelly wore so well back in 1955.
THE NECK SCARF
1970's
Neck scarves have also seen a huge revival this summer. The iconic Mary Tyler Moore fueled this trend through her various patterned scarves she wore on her show in the 70's. Fendi illuminates this trend through their wide collection of colorful printed silk-twill scarves.
THE SKINNY TIE
1980's
We have also seen a resurgence of men's vintage fashion. John F. Kennedy Jr. rocks a grey striped skinny tie in a photo op during the 80's. Similar styles can be found from many designer tie collections such as Hugo Boss with its Dot Print Skinny Ties.
CHOKERS
1990's
Nicole Kidman was stunning in Fred Leighton's Open Opal Choker at the Academy Awards in 1996. This summer, you can shine like a star in Daughter's Honeycomb Shirt Collar Necklace.
WIDE-BRIMMED HATS
1960's
Golden girl Faye Dunaway looked glamorous in the 60's in a classic straw wide-brimmed hat. Sensi Studio offers a modern take on this fashionable trend from the golden era through its Lady Ibiza bow-embellished toquilla straw hat.
Long-time client Diana Taylor walked the creme and blue carpet Monday night with her partner and former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual fundraising event.
Wearing a bright orchid-pink Roland Mouret gown, Diana channeled the avant-garde theme and signature bright hues of Japanese designer, Rei Kawakubo's line Comme des Garçons.
Inspired by the playfulness and personality of Kawakubo's own collections, I styled Diana in white gold and black De GRISOGONO jewels.
As Rei Kawakubo pushed fashion limits into the art industry, designer Fawaz Gruosi of De GRISOGONO says he crafted the Crazy Skull bracelet by "challenging the fundamentals of watchmaking and jewelry by pushing boundaries and freeing himself of any constraints". The dynamic white gold and black nano-ceramic coated Mistero earrings and the white gold and diamond-covered spiral Allegra ring completed Diana's look.
The 2017 MET Gala was one for the books raising a total of $12 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
Special Thanks To:
Giovanni Vaccaro: Creative Director at GLAMSQUAD
Kelli J. Bartlett: Director of Makeup Artistry at GLAMSQUAD
The final countdown for the Met Gala begins as designers and attendees are in preparation for the long awaited red carpet benefit. Japanese designer, Rei Kawakubo will be the first living designer since 1983 to be the sole subject of this year's annual Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute's fashion exhibit.
The Japanese label Comme des Garçons translates to the French line "like some boys". The theatrical designs present an avant-garde approach to fashion. Past Kawakubo runway highlights include the 2001 Spring collection's use of camouflage, bubble wrap and packing tape and the carnival-inspired 1994 Spring collection called “Kaleidoscope".
Challenging the conventional, the Spring 2017 ready-to-wear show resembled a sculpture exhibit rather than a runway. With the inspiration behind the collection left for interpretation, Kawakubo created wearable 3-dimensional structures with overwhelming capes, oversized collars and ornamental headdresses.
Designers brought something new and something old to the 2018 Bridal Fashion Week runway. The collections of Oscar de la Renta, Lela Rose, Marchesa and Sachin & Babi aired elegance and romance for both the traditional and modern bride.
Co-designers Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim paid tribute to the late Oscar de la Renta and his love for his gardens. The Spring 2018 collection featured floral-inspired prints created with lace, tulle, beading and embroidery. Among the timeless gowns was a feminine jumpsuit with a floral printed bustier.
The Lela Rose theme "Love is Love" brought a collection of strapless gowns, modern pantsuits, and conservative shawls. Designing beyond the traditional bride, designer Lela Rose said, "It's part of the changing rules of bridal".
The Marchesa collection brought something new adding hints of black detailing to the all-white collection: including a black velvet belt, hair bow, intricate chandelier earrings and a trailing ribbon choker that ran into the train of the gown.
The Sachin & Babi collection combined old elegance with modern sophistication. “It's a little Twiggy and a little mod, but there is a method to the madness", said designer Babi when discussing the duo's inspiration.
Warmer days bring lighter hues. Hermès, Burberry, Valentino, Céline and Chanel Spring collections are bringing personality and calm color to our personal runways.
Cable-knit sweaters, laced frocks and trench coat dresses walked the Spring Burberry runway. The collection's color palette of sky blues and stone grays came from British sculptor, Henry Moore, known for his abstract monumental sculptures.
Inspired by the 80's silhouette, designer Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski expanded on the over-sized shoulders and high waisted pants and skirts. The Spring Hermès collection reflected pastel tones of pinks, greens and yellows.
Fascinated by the romance of medieval art, creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino produced a fairy tail collection of delicately embroidered daywear. Piccioli's Spring 2017 palette featured blush pinks, canary yellows and the signature Valentino red.
The Spring 2017 Céline runway was filled with boxy tailored jackets, flared pants, and bold accessories. Designer Phoebe Philo produced monochromatic looks in white, black, brown, and red to create a vision of contemporary minimalism.
Designer, Karl Lagerfeld called the Spring Chanel show "a mad linguistic paradox". The collection featured 86 ensembles playing on pastels, neons and neutrals.
Chilly mornings and lingering winds seem to not have coordinated well with the calendar's seasonal changes. Thankfully the Spring 2017 collections of Burberry, Oscar de la Renta, Valentino, Céline and Stella McCartney have given us inspiration and hope for these cooler days.
Take Advantage of Sweater Weather: Designer Christopher Bailey of Burberry reimagined the traditional cable knit sweater by transforming it into a layered one-shoulder shawl. Bailey’s vision translated into a flattering silhouette despite the unconventional lines of this architectural look.
Love the Jumper: One of many essentials for early Spring weather, Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia of Oscar de la Renta share their love for cocktail tunics and day-to-night jumpers in their Spring 2017 collection.
Layer Up: There's no ignoring the low evening temperatures and blowing winds. The Valentino Spring 2017 collection featured a variety of floor-length trench coats to play on designer Pierpaolo Piccioli's romantic vision of complimenting lengthy gowns and flowing skirts.
Embrace a Lighter Color Palette: The Spring 2017 Céline runway was filled with earth-toned hues of white, blue, black, and brown. A soundtrack of city traffic and children’s voices played through the venue to emphasize the collection's transparency of a day in the wearer's life.
Relax in Looser Fits: Designer Stella McCartney took to light fabrics and relaxed fits with oversized jumpers, tops and trousers. A combination of full-coverage in light fabrics helps our Spring mentality embrace the last of this Winter weather.
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