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This past Wednesday I had the pleasure of attending designer Abigail Lorick’s New York Fashion Week presentation for Fall 2010. You may have seen past
Housed in downstairs in the Union Ballroom, the descent down the stairs led to a dimly lit room where editors and press gathered to view Lorick’s confections inspired by angels in cocoons. The key to this collection is layering, layering and more layering. The pairing of lighter sheer fabrics layered underneath heavier fabrics (raw silk) gave a youthful feel to the dresses and separates making up the collection. The palette was definitely neutral, but still dramatic - taupes, black, and gold metallics accented with flashes of gray and green played throughout.
Overall the collection was very well executed with a youthful, creative and uptown energy. The styling consisted of eclectic accessories which added an additional layer of interest. Think modern day flapper chic - long brightly colored gloves in orange, green, and black. Ginormous feather headpieces, bows and hats graced the model’s wild untamed hair. Ankle booties and
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DAY 2: RUFFIAN, Photo: Imaxtree
New York Fashion Week is on and ELLE.com has exclusive access to the shows and the hottest trends for Fall 2010:
Best Runway Makeup - ELLE beauty editors share their favorite makeup looks
Top Runway Looks: - From Derek Lam’s platform wedge bootie to Altuzarra’s black leather dress, ELLE fashion editors select their favorite looks
Street Chic - Catwalk darlings show their personal style off the runway
Best Runway Hair - ELLE beauty editors are loving the mussed slept-in looks. Find out the rest of their favorite hairstyles
Fall 2010 Runway Videos - Get the full roundup of the New York fashion shows with videos from all of the must-see collections
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New on the Runway: Clothes You Might Actually Wear - @Wsjlifestyle WSJ.com
Outrageous designs, from linebacker shoulders to mile-high boots—have long been the hallmarks of high-end fashion shows. But featured on runways this week is something new: plenty of wearable clothes, albeit with a designer flair.Vice Squad: New York Designers Plead Guilty - @WomensWearDaily
The frantic pace of the New York season doesn’t foster the healthiest habits, especially among designers. But the show must go on. And so they rely on everything from crawfish-flavored potato chips to solitaire on the computer to see them through the stress of putting a collection together. Here, a sampling of designers’ dirty little secrets for surviving the week.From Catwalk to Closet, Faster - @Wsjlifestyle WSJ.com
Some designers are chipping away at one of the industry’s most elite and stubborn schedules: the six-month lag it takes for runway looks to appear in stores, if they appear at all. Driving the change, they say, is a desire to stay a step ahead of knock-offs and to win over consumers after high-end clothing sales were battered by the economy.More Winter Skin Care Tips… - @Splendicity
The long winter really takes its toll on your skin, so as the cold temperatures and dry air continue you need to pay special attention to the way that you take care of your skin. Even though it’s almost March, you need to treat your skin like it’s the dead of Winter!Throw Away Your Files Because Nail Extensions Are Going To Be Big - @Refinery29
This Fashion Week, designers sent their girls down the runway with some serious nail designs. From metal-encrusted claws to the first long tips that we haven’t shied away from, the models sported manicures that could do some serious damage.Fashion’s New Fever: Bloggers in Spotlight As They Aim for Fame - @WomensWearDaily
Forget the B-, C- and even Z-list actresses who populated the New York shows over the last few seasons. The new celebrities are the fashion bloggers, who are courted, coddled and charmed like never before. And in perhaps a true sign of their status, they’re complaining about all the attention — even as many of them are moving beyond their blogs with deals, sponsorships and real jobs.Spanx Body Slimmers for Men Unveiled - @Wsjlifestyle WSJ.com
Good news for Kevin Smith, the director who was kicked off a Southwest Airlines flight Sunday, allegedly for being too pudgy: Spanx for Men are finally here.New York Fashion Week Runway Recap: Marc Jacobs, Zac Posen, Tracey Reese and Rodarte - @StyleBakery
Marc Jacobs streamed his show live on his website Monday night, another example of how fashion is becoming more accessible. He also left celebs off the invite list, which is refreshing as it allowed the audience to focus entirely on his clothes.for more coverage of the hottest fashion stories, check out TheStylePapers.com
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