Burberry Prorsum...

Through the true art of showmanship the Burberry Prorsum Fall 2011 collection made it's debut.  With an seemingly endless runway the show fell under the watchful eyes of Rachel Bilson, Alexa Chung, Anna Wintour, Kate Bosworth and Mario Testino (all Burberry clad of course). The collection started with a pop of colour with  a tangerine sculpted coat and moved towards a mouthwatering watermelon coloured bell bottomed coat with exposed pockets.  Chunky coats and heavy knit jumpers with toggle detailing were teamed with tremendously skinny trousers, which created an unlikely beautiful silhouette.

The primary coloured Burberry rainbow fizzled out through checked tweed coats into the Burberry trench in natures favourites; tan, brown, khaki and beige then onto an angelic closing of the collection populated by sleek shapes and a mostly monochrome palette.  Fur met with patent leather on short bomber jackets and trimmed longer 'bubble' coats.  Delicate bows clinched ivory drenched waists on the most beautiful coats I have ever seen in my life.  Fur became the shoulder pads and bled down the arms to the cuffs then there were the 'mac coats'.  In the shape of a classic Burberry mac, yet with the texture of a winter coat - patterned ivory wool was finished with a bow around the waist and a fur hat.  The collection came to a close through black and white checked tweet with the looser coats...then came the finale. A magical winter wonderland exploded as Christopher Bailey's creations took one more walk down the runway, ensuring the Burberry Prorsum Fall 2011 won't be one we'll be forgetting any time soon...

Oscar de la Renta...

A collection full of the designer's signature dramatic, luxurious touch. A collection fit for any Uptown heiress full to the brim with magnificent textures, patterns, colours and shapes.  Velvet and fur populated the majority of the collection, from fur stoles to fur hats, fur trimmed coats and velvet dresses.  With hints of velvet and silk the fur coats gave way to the dresses.  Oscar de la Renta is renown for his romantic gowns and this collection proved he is still the king of the evening gown.  From fur trims to delicate embroidery, panels of sheer chiffon and a touch of a Moroccan print, the collection was a full display of the man's ever growing talents.  Typically 'Oscar' dresses and a typically Oscar collection. I am besotted...

Proenza Schouler Fall 2011...

So I may be mixing my cities - I've reported on a couple of shows from London and now I'm hopping back to NYFW.  The reason being I really couldn't miss out Proenza Schouler.  One of my favourite designers ever expertly delivered their Fall 2011 at New York Fashion Week.  With low slung ponytails and aztec prints, the collection had a strong tribal feel to it.  Strong colours such as yellow, orange and royal blue met with the duller tones of khaki, mustard, black and white to create a fantastic mix of patterns.  Touches of silk, leather and velvet gave pieces texture, while belted waists and jackets gave pieces structure.  A strong collection that will appeal to the downtown in crowd and the Upper East Siders...

Mulberry Fall 2011...

With a fairytale Fantastic Mr. Fox theme the Mulberry show took place in the ballroom at Claridges in London.  Decorated with woodland scenery; giant toadstools, stuffed birds and drenches of foliage, the show began - minus Alexa Chung sat front row.  The majority of the collection was very earthy, with muted colours; beige, aubergine, khaki, grey and hints of tan.  Then  in-between was the classic pops of colour in a deep plum, and lilac. Styles were classic mixed with contemporary with quilted trench coats worn over dresses with a flouncy hem.  Jodpur style trousers with knee boots, box pleated a line minis and culottes.  My favourite piece from the collection was the box pleat Mulberry purple print mini skirt worn with a simple lilac roll neck, classic yet young and playful.  The blogs are alive with the sound of Mulberry....

Marc by Marc Fall 2011 ♥ ...

After the magnificence of the Marc Jacobs Fall 2011 collection came Marc Jacobs diffusion line, Marc by Marc Jacobs.  Proving that seventies fashion is still going strong.  With wide legged high waisted trousers, a camel, mustard, red and orange colour tone and soft fedoras the collection offered choice and texture.  From silk to fur, stripes, bold prints and block colour Marc Jacobs provided us with an endless list of opportunities to chose from  to stay chic and warm as Autumn and Winter roll round again.  A key trend noted for AW11 - midi length dresses and skirts worn with ankle socks and chunky heels - v.nice touch. Never one to disappoint, Marc Jacobs delivers again...

HauteNYC...

I have been lucky enough to have another of my articles posted on HauteNYC.  This time its all about high street giant, Topshop.  You can read my new Topshop article here.

Marc Jacobs...

One of my favourite designers who never fails to impress! Marc Jacobs Fall 2011 collection was very Parisian lady meets military chic - think petite berets, plenty of sparkle and texture and fantastic tailoring paired with tough boots, silvery rubber trousers and pronounced patch pockets. Marc Jacobs managed to keep the collection the right side of 1950's glam - nothing was too 50's and impractical to wear.  While maintaining a distinct level of sophistication, Marc Jacobs played round with it, bringing in texture, structure and a 'jewel' feeling colour palette.    Polka dots and lace were a strong theme throughout, my favourite piece being the burgundy coloured lace dress.  A fantastic collection, very strong and very wearable.

Donna Karan New York...

Following on nicely from the colour pop at DKNY, the Donna Karan New York Fall 2011 collection was in some ways the opposite.  While the DKNY collection had a very preppy, downtown New Yorker feel to it, the Donna Karan collection was quite the opposite.  This collection was more sophisticated uptown New Yorker.  Muted icy grey hues mixed among a delicate fawn and cream colour palette with a strong dramatic feminine feel throughout. The fantastically structured separates were finished with essences of fur, pretty pearl necklaces and swooping silk scarves.  Waists were 'nipped in' and elbow length gloves were worn with ballerina top knots and luxurious coloured tights.  Donna Karan proved once more just why the fashion world falls at her feet...

Dear DKNY, I love you...

Something New York can only mean one thing; #DKNYShow. Opening with some super skinny tailored trousers in a variation of colours the collection flawlessly moved through look after look.  Pink, orange and red met a royal looking navy blue and camel with stripes, sleek is-it-a-cape-or-a-normal-jacket jackets, pretty dresses and preppy jumpers.  My favourite look; the simple black lace dress with a white peter pan collar.  A sleek, contemporary young collection that will appeal to a whole range of fashion concious girls. A fabulously 'oh so New York' collection that I must own...

Alexander Wang...

From glittery lurex trousers to padded leather leg warmers and tight little ski jackets, Alexander Wang's collection was very 'winter sportswear' with a feminine touch that crept in on one or two pieces.  Not a collection that I could personally wear, but a strong collection nonetheless.  A mostly black colour palette met with pink glittery lurex trousers, cream knitted jumper dresses with hints of pale yellow poking from underneath and sheer white bib styled blouses.Very neutral and not over styled, the collection is sure to be a hit when it hits in  Autumn.

Welcome back...

Apologies to those who read my rambling, my blog has been left a little unattended these past few days seeing as nothing in the fashion world has really grabbed my attention.  But I'm back armed with my NYFW reports and insights.

So we begin with Prabal Gurung.  A very colourful and feminine inspired collection.  Lots of Victorian styled lace and lace up blouses mixed with somewhat vamps leather and fur.  A diverse collection inspired by the Parisian begger girl painting by John Singer Sargent and Miss Havesham's character from Great Expectations.  Quite peasant like with off the shoulder blouses and dresses and swathes of silk and chiffon.  My favourite piece was the nude coloured flower and crystal applique chiffon dress which oozed glamour.  Then there was the black tailored trousers with the most beautiful blouse I have ever seen in my life.  The most delicate ivory colour paired with an incredible ruffled chiffon collar with a black bow at the neck worn with a textured ivory jacket.  An absolutely beautiful collection that infused old school Victorian glamour with contemporary shapes and cuts.