Monday, November 22, 2010

Trend Report :Cat Eye Sunglasses Get a Modern Makeover



We understand why Wayfarers have been the go-to shades for the past few seasons—the shape is classic and it suits so many faces. But we are more than ready to see things a little differently. Cat eye frames are the newest (oldest!) shape du jour, and designers are definitely having some fun playing around with this classic '50s staple. For their spring 2010 shows, Alexander Wang, Giles Deacon, and Miuccia Prada revealed oversized versions of the frames in statement-making colors like gold, hot pink, and orange. Model and It-girl Dree Hemingway wasted no time sporting the Deacon specs right off the runway. Christian Dior and Proenza Schouler are now offering pared-down sleeker versions, and we're happy to see Mary-Kate Olsen in something that doesn't entirely overwhelm her pretty face. But if you like that bug-eyed Rachel Zoe look, Betsey Johnson and Balenciaga have some vintage-inspired options. Yes, looking like a Pink Lady just got a bit easier.

Above, from left: Modern cat eyes on the Prada spring 2010 runway, photo via Style.com; Dree Hemingway wore Giles Deacon's spring 2010 fall shades off the runway, photo by Craig Arend/Altamira NYC.


Above, from left: Cat eye frames on the spring 2010 runway at Giles, photo via Style.com; Mary Kate Olsen in Dior's Diorette sunglasses, photo via Olsens Anonymous; the runway at Giles, photo via Style.com.

Above, clockwise from bottom left: 2456 Anouk Sunglasses, $14.80, available at Bleu Dame; Christian Dior Diorette Sunglasses, $214.99, available at Popular Glasses; Balenciaga Sunglasses, $438, available at Madison Los Angeles; Cynthia Rowley Cat Eye Sunglasses, $175, available at Cynthia Rowley





Thursday, February 4, 2010

Andy & Debb Spring 2010 Fashions pics

Designer Women's Clothing
Andy Seokwon Kim and Debbie Wonjeong Yoon launched Andy & Debb in Korea in 1999. The womenswear collection, with its romantic minimalist and feminine styles, quickly found success, which allowed Kim and Yoon to pursue their dream of going international. Andy & Debb started their business in New York in 2007, and they have presented their womenswear collection at New York Fashion Week. Their collection has been praised for its impeccably tailored and stylish but wearable designs.


Suit Jacket, Ruffle-Front Top & Silk Shorts
• Short-Sleeve Suit Jacket:
Notched lapels; one-button front.
Peaked shoulders; short sleeves.
Front flap pockets.
Light pink.
Silk.
$1100
• Ruffle-Front Top:
Front ruffled detail.
Silk/polyurethane.
Round neckline.
Sleeveless.
Ivory.
$649
• Silk Shorts:
Foldover flap detail on legs.
Light pink.
Silk.
$529


spring 2010 dress
Asymmetric Dress
• Wrapped pencil skirt; cutaway back hem.
• Folded loop detail on right shoulder.
• Scoop neckline.
• Sleeveless.
• Light blue.
• Silk.
$1109


black jumpsuit
Sleeveless Silk Jumpsuit
• Pleated straight legs.
• Plunging V neckline.
• Side slant pockets.
• Zip front.
• Black.
• Silk.
$1069

Andy Seokwon Kim and Debbie Wonjeong Yoon are the successful husband-and-wife design team behind the Andy & Debb clothing line. Because of their success, Kim and Yoon were recently picked as one of the designers to stage a special fashion show promoting Korean fashion in New York. They're also known for winning a design competition to create a uniform for McDonald's Korea. In a recent interview with The Korea Times, Kim and Yoon talked about their experiences in establishing their brand in New York, one of the world's most competitive markets.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

RACHEL ROY RTW SPRING 2010 pictures

For next spring, Rachel Roy is focusing on strong tailoring and draping. I love, love, love draping. It's so whimsical and feminine. I love her palate selection - ranging from grays to jewel tones to black. The suits and pants are very chic. Roy knows what women want to wear and feel good wearing.