Rodarte Spring 2011
The redwoods of Northern California served as the touchpoint for Kate and Laura Mulleavy’s spring Rodarte collection. Evident in the knotty, grain-effect silks and leathers, the samurai-style paneling was a direct result of the fusion of West Coast and Japan. How about the Ming Dynasty, reminiscent in the blue and white floral prints that were … Continue reading “Rodarte Spring 2011”
J. Mendel Spring 2011
How apropos the fluidity and dancer-like qualities in Gilles Mendel’s spring J. Mendel collection given the Lincoln Center show venue–right in the heart of performing arts central (not to mention home base for the New York City Ballet, whose costumes Mendel designed this past spring). The balletic qualities emerged via a pale palette of short … Continue reading “J. Mendel Spring 2011”
Ralph Lauren Spring 2011
In typical Ralph Lauren, one can’t help but drink the Kool-Aid. It’s just plain too good. It seems every season Ralph delivers his best collection ever–and Spring 2011, you guessed it, was no different. He certainly has a lot to celebrate–a new men’s flagship and a new women’s-only mansion just unveiled–but perhaps in refuge from … Continue reading “Ralph Lauren Spring 2011”
Oscar de la Renta Spring 2011
With Sarah Jessica Parker sitting in the front row, Oscar de la Renta seemed to send a clear message to both his friend and client: let’s dance. Cue the flamenco soundtrack as Karlie Kloss emerged in a silk linen jonquil silk organza flower embroidered coat with flowers bursting from her yellow ostrich tote that set … Continue reading “Oscar de la Renta Spring 2011”
Christian Louboutin x J. Mendel Spring 2011
Each season there are always one or two shoe collaborations that immediately capture my attention and result in lust worthy want. I already extolled my thoughts on Alejandro Ingelmo’s works of art for Chris Benz; now, in a slightly more Upper East Side vibe, I present to you the wedges Christian Louboutin did for Gilles … Continue reading “Christian Louboutin x J. Mendel Spring 2011”
Christina Hendricks in Carolina Herrera
Remember that fabulous swimming ladies print Carolina Herrera did a few seasons ago that was featured on Jennifer Lopez on the January 2008 cover of Vogue? I’ve also said it and I’ll say it again: no one does grosgrain, or a print for that matter, like Mrs. Herrera. To wit, take Christina Hendricks. The “Mad … Continue reading “Christina Hendricks in Carolina Herrera”