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NYFW Honor Spring 2012

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September 12, 2011 | By: Barb

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Designer Giovanna Randall of Honor dazzled audiences with her latest collection, boasting looks and silhouettes that left Mad Men aficionados swooning. Fusing together New York City’s urban taste and the softness of youth, Randall presented, in comparison to her other contemporaries, a colour palette comprising of pastels rather than brights, along with the occasional plaid print. And where the younger lady could find herself donning one of the several billowing cupcake dresses presented, the more sophisticated woman was offered her own look, while remaining cohesive to the collection, like a long peach dress, highlighted by careful pleating.

NYFW Pink Tartan Spring 2012

Fashion
September 12, 2011 | By: Barb

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CANADIAN RETRO

Pink Tartan Spring 2012

Delivering some Canadian flare across the border, designer Kim Newport-Mimran showcased her Spring 2012 collection for Pink Tartan on Saturday morning. Retro styling was in full force, with hemlines hitting above the knee and solid oranges and blues painting many of the pieces. Balancing the clean whites that dotted the collection were contrasting blacks and polka dots and the collection will surely make its way into everyone’s closet—adding that bit of necessary summer liveliness.

NYFW Mandy Coon Spring 2012

Fashion
September 12, 2011 | By: Barb

THE “FUTURE” REBEL

Mandy Coon Spring 2012

This season started with a smattering of floral hues and popping prints, but designer Mandy Coon presented styling options for ladies who aren’t so into girly things. With a colour palette consisting mostly of black, blues, and whites, the collection’s theme – the future – incorporated asymmetrical patterns and geometric cut-outs. The collection was complemented by a selection of pleats and flowing silhouettes, adding a light sense of femininity to the clothes.

NYFW Falguni and Shane Peacock 2012

Fashion
September 12, 2011 | By: Barb

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FROM BOLLYWOOD TO HOLLYWOOD

Falguni and Shane Peacock Spring 2012

Making their NYC fashion week debut design duo Falguni and Shane Peacock previewed their wares to a full house at the Lincoln Center on Friday evening. Known for their avant-garde style and adoration for prints, it was easy to see that there was no holding back for the New York crowd. Bright colour palettes and wild prints dominated the collection in a variety of styles, including separates, short dresses and gowns, and were often paired with the careful weaving of gold and leather accents. A high energy atmosphere, notable guests included comedian Joan Rivers, and Real Housewives stars Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen.

NYFW Mackage Spring 2012

Fashion
September 9, 2011 | By: Barb

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CANADIAN KICK-OFF

Mackage Spring 2012

Overcast skies and dribbles of rain did not stop the NYC Fashion Week kick-off, which started with the Mackage Spring 2012 collection by duo Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan. Hinting at a 1950s influence, the collection not only highlighted the hard yet chic, close-fitting styles with which we are accustomed from the designers, but also showed off a softer side with lighter textiles, colour palettes and looser silhouettes. We, alongside the loyal Mackage customer, are anxiously waiting for the drop date for these luxe pieces early next year.