Wayne is Blade Runner Chic” y 11 mas

Wayne is Blade Runner Chic
Alexandre Herchcovitch S/S ’11 is All About Color
Would You Rather…? The ’70s Edition
Behind The Scenes At MAC&Milk: Who Runs The Show?
Gerlan Jeans Updates the ’90s Valley Girl
J’adore Chris Benz
HONOR is Hiring Interns!
Interns Needed Immediately at APM Fashion Agency!
Best Dressed: Fashion Week So Far
Sugar and Spice at Elise Øverland
Graeme Armour and Lulu Frost at Milk
We Need, We Want, We Have to Have: Tweed and Texture

Posted: 15 Sep 2010 07:00 AM PDT

It’s all very well and good to see a runway show that’s, well, a show, but oftentimes it’s hard to imagine actually wearing any of those dramatically styled show pieces, as much fun as they are to watch go down the runway. Not so at Wayne’s Spring/Summer 2011 show. Every look that came down the runway was wearable, even comfortable, and tailor made for that super cool downtown girl who’s got lots of tattoos (Wayne’s models were temporarily tattooed with vines snaking up their arms) and probably rides a motorcycle.

According to her line sheet, Wayne Lee thinks of her SS 2011 girl as Pris, the Replicant, Daryl Hannah’s character in Blade Runner, because she’s “smart, strong and dangerous, yet also a delicate and vulnerable flower.” Thankfully Wayne’s girls didn’t have Hannah’s horrible hair from Blade Runner, but the skin-tight sexy-torn mesh part fits. The collection was layered and sporty (you know, because Pris needs to be able to kick some ass): There were mesh tops over spider-webby black lace racer-back tanks, athletic shorts in leather and silk prints, zip-up hoodies, and some seriously ass-kicking lace-up bike pants in leather and rayon. But just because the collection tended towards the black, tight, and ass-kicky, doesn’t mean there weren’t some pretty moments too. The finale look, a black vest top paired with a long split-front skirt with a train was simply elegant.

Click through for more looks from Wayne’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

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Alexandre Herchcovitch S/S ’11 is All About Color

Posted: 15 Sep 2010 06:00 AM PDT

Alexandre Herchcovitch’s vibrant but moody spring collection was a departure from last season’s embellished, urban wears. The collection was made up almost entirely of sheath dresses with futuristic shapes, many of which had dramatic but less-than-flattering puff sleeves and pleated backs. The color scheme was bright and fun but, on such sophisticated silhouettes, not to be taken lightly. While Herchcovitch did some of this last spring, this time the pieces were simpler. But perhaps better executed.

Only a few looks conformed to the muted color scheme we keep seeing. The rest featured either bold pixelized graphics or shiny jewel-toned ombre (which was not as successful, in my opinion). Overall, the inspiration from abstract expressionist artists Mark Rothko and Barnett Newman was evident and well-interpreted. The shapes were impressive and interesting, but not the most wearable.

Every girl’s lipstick matched the color of her dress almost exactly, which looked pretty amazing. Herchcovitch also debuted a great-looking sunglasses collab with Mykita, whose intense color scheme matched that of the collection.

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Would You Rather…? The ’70s Edition

Posted: 15 Sep 2010 05:00 AM PDT

Whose 1970s vision through rose colored glasses do you prefer: Yves Saint Laurent’s classic version, or Marc Jacobs’ 2010 redux?

**All Yves Saint Laurent garments via The Costume Institute’s archive.

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Behind The Scenes At MAC&Milk: Who Runs The Show?

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 03:11 PM PDT

In two short years, Milk Studios has become the place to show at New York Fashion Week. While Lincoln Center’s got the grandeur, Milk’s got the cool factor.

But who’s responsible for its success? Of course there’s Mazdack Rassi, creative director of Milk Studios and the unofficial face of MAC&Milk. But who else works behind the scenes? We’ve highlighted four major players who make MAC&Milk happen.

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Gerlan Jeans Updates the ’90s Valley Girl

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 03:00 PM PDT

If Angela and Rayanne of My So-Called Life would have died to wear Charlotte Ronson’s latest collection, then Dionne and Amber from Clueless would have died to wear Gerlan Jeans. The sportswear brand showed another wacky collection at Good Units yesterday afternoon with what felt more like a party than a runway show.

Gerlan Marcel graduated from Central St. Martin’s and spent the past six seasons designing prints for Jeremy Scott. There was a definite similarity between Scott and Gerlan’s own line, but somehow, despite being pretty out there, Gerlan’s pieces have a much more casual, wearable feel. For girls, there were very, very short skirts and dresses, peplums and cut-outs and exposed midriffs. There was also what may have been Gerlan’s interpretation on the turban trend we’ve been seeing this week, in the form of actual towels on many of the girls’ heads. There were also tight buns and Hillary Banks-esque perms. The boys wore multi-colored pastel prints covered with the “Gerlan Jeans” lettering, in the form of tight jeans and letterman jackets and one very buff gentleman walked the runway wearing nothing but shorts and an oversized strand of pearls in lieu of a shirt. M.I.A., who was confirmed to attend but didn’t show, would have been right at home in Gerlan’s designs.

Gerlan Jeans was probably the most fun and least serious show I’ve attended so far (in a good way) and affirmed Gerlan as another young designer to watch.

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J’adore Chris Benz

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 01:43 PM PDT

Chris Benz’s SS11 presentation hit every right note.

Inside the Rubenstein Atrium across from Lincoln center The Beach Boys and Simon and Garfunkel played and Breathless‘s opening scene was projected behind the models while they danced and chatted. Inspired by the je ne sais quoi of an American traveling abroad to Paris, Chris Benz showed a collection that was sixties inspired with all of Benz’s signature styles.

Thinking about “everyone’s fantasy of being picked up by a cute boy in the back of a vespa and whizzing off and that freewheeling spirit,” Mr. Benz told us. He showed a collection that, while floral, was not for wallflowers. Chris’ sherbet colors mixed with brights and neons, while floral prints added dimension, particularly on a pair of blue-hued pants with matching Alejandro Ingelmo for Chris Benz shoes that both Julia and I were head over heels for. Lauren swooned over the pale yellow leather drawstring skirt, the sibling of Chris’ favorite piece, the electric blue leather dress, “I love the material–that funny lambskin,” he said.

There were plenty of separates in the form of tie neck blouses, pleated minis, and a few show stopping, flowing dresses. Everyone at the presentation was all smiles, including J. Crew creative director and Chris’ former boss, Jenna Lyons, who happily posed with the designer while pointing out her favorite pieces. If there were ever to be a Chris Benz x J. Crew collaboration, Fashionista would be the first girls on line.

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HONOR is Hiring Interns!

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 01:35 PM PDT

New Designer Women's Ready-to-Wear line, HONOR, a favorite this week and part of our Fashionista 15, is looking for interns to work to assist in the creation of the Fall collection for February 2011!

Interns should be self-starters, extremely organized, open to responsibility and not mind doing menial tasks such as taking out the trash!

Candidates should be interested in Fashion Merchandising and/or have Artistic Ability- Painting and Drawing, Color Sense, Crafty, Experimental & Creative Vision, Great Fashion Sense and Style!

Interns will be asked to make inspiration boards, research and assist with day to day operations of the studio.

This is an excellent opportunity for potential future employment. Applicants must also be able to work a minimum 20 hours a week, and be able to receive documented school credit.

Please send cover letter, resume, and an optional photo to honornycjobs@gmail.com

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Interns Needed Immediately at APM Fashion Agency!

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 01:35 PM PDT

APM is a model management agency in NYC’s garment district and they need interns ASAP.

The Rundown:
- They look for enthusiastic, fashion minded interns that are willing to work multiple days for at least 3 months.
- The internship is not paid.
- If you have worked at a fashion agency, or fashion related business, that is a definite plus.
- Please be Microsoft Word and Excel proficient, computer literate and have a can-do attitude.

To apply, please contact via email immediately at shawn@apmmodels.com, Director of the Men's and New Faces Divisions.

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Best Dressed: Fashion Week So Far

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 01:00 PM PDT

From Jessica Szor in Ralph to Leigh Lezark in perfection, this week is shaping up to be a red carpet wonderland.

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Sugar and Spice at Elise Øverland

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 12:00 PM PDT

Sugar and spice, and all that’s nice, that’s what Elise Øverland‘s girls are made of.

It was no surprise to see plenty of leather on Øverland’s runway for her Spring/Summer 2010 show–she’s known for her bad ass leather shells and minis. But for spring she softened her tough black leather tops, shorts, dresses and jumpsuits with white lace blouses, and flowy short silk skirts and dresses in vivid blues and chartreuse. Øverland’s tiered mini dresses, in lace, in leather, in soft gray prints, in shades of blue silk with caplets, were the most successful.

More surprising than Øverland’s relatively sparing use of leather for her spring collection, was model Hahn-Bin, a renowned Korean violinist who walked down the runway in a tiered leather skirt, royal blue silk top, while playing his violin. At the end of the runway he stopped for longer than the usual beat models give photographers to get their shot, finished his song to the applause of a front row that included Nicky Hilton, Kelly Osbourne, Amanda Hearst and other assorted socialites, and walked back down the runway like any other model.

**Photos by Julia Silverman.

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Graeme Armour and Lulu Frost at Milk

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 11:00 AM PDT

Graeme Armour

Milk studios during fashion week is Alice in Wonderland, sorta. Or maybe Narnia. Either way, it’s snow globes of worlds all under the same roof, contained, separate, unexpected.

On Monday morning, Graeme Armour and Lulu Frost were perfect examples of Milk’s pocket realms: the two presentations shared a start time and address, but beyond that? Not much.

Graeme Armour was a frosty, futuristic dream with nods to OpArt and famous villains (or at least I’m assuming, as a “Deville” dress was followed by a “Cruella” dress, and the “Norman” trouser was followed by “Bates” pant). Almost all looks were bold black and white, some (like the Cruella) with graphic print tails that seemed oddly sinister.

But drama was to be expected from Armour, a Scot who credits the country’s lack of sun as well as his apprenticeship at Alexander McQueen as inspirations. Even the models in uncomfortable looking updos raced down the mini runway, almost aggressively, as the photographers begged them to slow down. Was it intentional? Perhaps. This was a conceptual presentation, not one intended for retail mass market. But it was every bit as cool as it was cold.

After Armour, walking across the hallway and stepping over the threshold to Lulu Frost meant tumbling down an entirely different rabbit hole. Accessories designer Lisa Salzer's world was anything but icy: models lounged on oriental rugs scattered amidst leather trunks, record players, and wooden crates. Editors swilled champagne (it was noon) and swayed to the crooning of the Storms while admiring the set design and the vintage fashions from Amarcord.

Lulu Frost

And the jewels? Incredible. I haven’t wanted a sparkling hair accessory since my last trip to Claire’s in the 7th grade, but designer Salzer changed my mind. Like all the Lulu Frost pieces, it was eclecticism as its best: turquoise, silver, and Bakelite mixed together, then stirred with love with rescued pieces from flea markets. As in the bracelets and necklaces, the key ingredient was the quill, which lent a western pioneer vibe to Salzer's deco base. The model wearing the headpiece even laughed as I eyed it and my smile crept in at the corners.

Thankfully she was at the right presentation for that– a few doors down, she might've lost her job.

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We Need, We Want, We Have to Have: Tweed and Texture

Posted: 14 Sep 2010 10:00 AM PDT

Women’s fashion is cyclical, and this cycle is dedicated to menswear-inspired designs. As suckers for any type of boyfriend blazer, trouser pant, cargo or button down, this makes us happy. What also makes us happy are the rich fabrics and textures associated with menswear. Camel blazer? Yes, please. A tweed mini? Hand it over. We've roundup up a selection of our favorite tweedy, textured pieces for fall. What nubbly item are you after?

The Skirt Suit
We love suits, but a skirt suit is particularly special—it's sexy and authoritative at once. Rebecca Taylor's ode to Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel—aptly named her "9 to 5" jacket and skirt—is made from a rich bouclé wool tweed. The twist? It's trimmed in black lace and chiffon, adding something soft to something structured.

The Boy Blazer
Now a wardrobe staple, the boy blazer balances out a flowing blouse or dresses up a pair of skinny jeans. Ralph Lauren Black Label's "Daryn" Tweed Hacking Jacket is the most perfect, refined boyfriend blazer for fall 2010. We'll wear it with a pair of dark denim jeans and boots, or lace-up oxfords. Our favorite part? The patched elbows–so old school.

The Rain Boot
Wellies are a tricky item. They are functional, but not always very pretty. However, the minute one begins experimenting with crazy colors or patterns, they become a burden, not a joy, to strap on. Enter Chooka's signature herringbone rain boot. A standard, can't go wrong black with herringbone tweed detailing. They add interest without clashing.

The Sweater Jacket
We invested in leather leggings for fall, and the only thing we really want to throw over them is a long sweater jacket. DvF’s “Setta” version has a bit more shape than most, with a nice big collar and lovely leather trimming. We’ll wear it with our leggings and a soft t-shirt.

The Short
Shorts were a huge story for spring and summer, and that trend will continue on through fall. What’s better than the tweed version? We’ll pair ours with thick tights and lace-up brogues. Or maybe a pair of boots. Sanctuary’s version boasts rolled, tabbed, hems–just like your favorite summer khakis.