Chanel

All in the details. From first glance everything about this show seemed so Chanel, I was not bored of the classic put together glamor that is always displayed, I just yearned for something new. I claimed that  we'd seen this before, and we have. I took a look at the details photos and was of course impressed by the detail and freshness of the accessories, more particularly the bags. The globe, the boucle block bag etc etc. Also: the fur helmets, a yes in my book (or blog in this case)

Saint Laurent 

SLP has me more confused than ever. When Hedi Slimane announced the change from YSL to SLP, it just made me despise him for rebranding a classic brand, who I saw needed no change. I wanted myself not to like the new SLP, as if my distaste would prove anything. This season, sigh I'll admit I liked it for what it is, but THIS IS NOT SAINT LAURENT. In any way shape or fashion, it's not. It had detailed grungy-coolness, like a high fashion free-people. In other news Slimane attempts bringing back the denim-mini. Granted the classic YSL girl was never me, but is this the new SLP girl? 

Alexander McQueen

No words. Nun-inspired glamor. Speechless. Sarah Burton summed up Catholicism in only ten looks.

wow.

 Miu Miu

Basically a walking editorial. Take note: Dots, fur collars, knotted neckties. Also let the platform reign.

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Kenzo 

Spoke to my soul in a way none other has this season. The set up, the music, the textiles... All the prints were graphic enough to be graphic while still being so wearable. The statement eye sweatshirt is this years Kenzo tiger sweatshirt.

Celine

Many people on twitter were bashing the Celine plaid, while I was like "no, its the perfect little red riding hood cape" And if I ever get asked to go golfing, hunting, or  hiking in the forest, I'll wear the moss colored coat on the right. This mossy textured coat is like camouflage for certain outdoor/recreational activities, I'm sure thats what Phoebe Philo had in mind.

 Givenchy

Grungy florals, statement sweatshirts, delicately ornamented skirts, Bambi Disney references, what more could you ask for?

 Acne Studios

Known for structured leather jackets, I wanted to show they have a broader spectrum that not many recognize. AKA Look at these beautifully draped skirts/dresses. Granted their jackets speak to me on a higher level, but they can do more than just that, and they proved it.

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Issey Miyake

Bold yet functional. Key players were those graphic print pants and coats. I loved the pointed color detailing on the last look. I also want to point out how content the models all appear. I wonder if it's harder for a brooding model to appear content down the runway or in their natural brooding state?

I know if I was in these clothes I'd be pretty content.

 Balmain

One part 80's inspo, the other part Christmas inspo. The second I saw the first look my mind thought "its the red ornaments my mom loves" But really, no matter what inspo he drew from, it produced a phenomenal show. 

Balenciaga

One of my most highly anticipated shows this PFW. All those haters a few months ago bashing Wang, doubting Wang... Look at Wang now. When he came out after the show my heart fluttered with joy.

 I'll quote myself briefly "He's growing up so fast"

 Sure the collection was a smidgen safe, but he respected Balenciaga as a brand, and I'm sure he will build up his confidence in this position as time lapses. The shoes and crackled paint pieces were of my favorites.

Christian Dior

As Kanye once said "Christian Dior they don't make em like this anymore"

I recommend watching the show to get the full effect of the surreal chic aura.

The voices speaking in the show, as strange as they were, were engaging interesting and new. 

 But we'll talk clothing-wise.

Manish Arora

This collection was loud and fresh. The technical layered intricate prints reminded me a bit Mary Katrantzou, except he took on different silhouettes that she typically does. Statement pull over with fur, please let the statement embellished pullover never fade, its currently a reigning favorite of mine.

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 Etro

 Take note: Bold color blocking and optical-illusion-like prints. 

Dolce & Gabbana

While I wasn't as much of a fan of the beginning of this show, the middle and end were PHENOMENAL. The mosaic, Byzantine, and Renaissance inspired pieces we're beautiful.

 Ornate? 

Absolutely. 

Gaudy?

 Well, maybe a little.

But that's what Dolce & Gabbana does best, better than anyone else. They had a clear vision and inspiration, and it comes across beautifully. I'm also hoping this will spark a lengthy discussion in my art history class, but one can only hope.

Marni

Maybe this goes back to brand favoritism, maybe Marni's only here because it's Marni. But I can't resist this leather top and strapped sandals that are reminiscent of my zoo camp days. Maybe I would have lasted at camp longer if I had Marni sandals? 

Trussardi 

Coats my Goats. Not Goats per say, but that perfect navy pony hair motorcycle jacket. The middle camel coat has such a causal ease to it, the exterior pockets only adding more of a functional aspect to it, even better.

Blumarine

Many have bashed them in the past, but I've always held a liking toward Blumarine, this season was no exception. Nude knits, dresses over paints, perfect plaids, and statement pops of color via that dreamy creamsicle orange. 

Let's count how many times I stated something as "Perfect"

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A few misc shoe/accessories photos from NYFW

Balenciaga bag showing signs of love.

 Miniature Celine. Come to me.

Ashish

One part British school uniform two parts construction worker chic.

Perfect prints at Erdem

Mad for plaid and dresses over pants at Mulberry. I'll add that I might attempt the skirt/dress over pants look next fall, if it's as brutally cold then.

Michael Van Der Ham

The Hair. I know, SO many people got bangs circa 2012, but this cannot be this years new do'

(See Thakoon as well)

Pretty in Preen

Tom Ford and I were on the same page in regards to Bombers.

Fashion East

Please. All of this. Come hither.

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It always seems the NYFW ends just as fast as it kicks off. Even more so that I never had time to fully take closure of the end of NYFW, seeing that I went for a little east coast expedition this past weekend. It seemed like Marc Jacobs ended, Miley clicked her fingers together and suddenly I was in three states within a day. What does Miley have to do with this? Nothing, absolutely nothing. 

SO. My favorite NYFW show? I know you're dying to know. Pictures just won't do them justice.

Drum roll please. 

3.1 Phillip Lim.

Because just like Phillip Lim, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez can do no wrong. 

and also a few other misc favorites

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Custo Barcelona, a total mishmash of colors, prints and materials. Loved it.

 Come on, I couldn't skim over Alexander Wang completely. The accessories were what truly captured my heart. From fur boxing gloves, to the knitted details on the shoes. Also, since seeing the detail photos, Wang is winning my heart over again.

 Creatures of the Wind I feel like Shane Gabier and Chris Peters are 2013's McCollough and Hernandez. Young, Fresh, New. I have high hopes for this brand. They hoped that people could see them selves in the clothes and hey I know I can.

 AltewaiSaome, This show actually took place in Stockholm, but a favorite nonetheless. 

Shade of Grey, which are actually shades of perfect.

I shall leave you with some photos from my weekends adventure. 

Toodles.

Boston

 Marble House aka Vanderbilt Summer Cottage aka The Great Gatsby Mansion aka 27 Dresses filmed here too

Newport, so quaint. 

See ya later Rhode Island.

Alas, NYFW comes to a close with last but certainly not least: the Marc Jacobs show.  We arrived early, which was good because the show started on time (Kudos Marc, punctuality is key) and then swung around to the backstage entrance were we saw Miley Cyrus run up the stairs, nearly missing the show, and Russell Simmons arriving late, getting out of the car, and then quickly back in as they told him the show had already started. One of the crew members begun telling us about the set, which was phenomenal and unlike anything else this season. (See the set)

 Maj Maj Maj

Marc Jacobs was my valentine.

 Absolutely loved Miley's outfit, and I have a new found sympathy for her because as witnessing, the paparazzi are actually terrifying. 

 Cara Delevingne and Derek Blasberg

Rachel Zoe and I. 

She is honestly perfect beyond words, she was so sweet as she waited for my friend to unlock her phone to snap this photo, and then later posed for more photos. 

This was the perfect end to NYFW, and I cannot wait to see what happens next season.