3.1 Phillip Lim
It's been officially decided that Phillip Lim is one of my favorite designers from New York Fashion Week now. His past three or four collections have been so on track with what I love: comfortable, simple, functional, day-to-night clothing. There's the right amount of balance between cool, New York/American sportswear and chic Parisian style that describes my style. With this collection, I'm lusting over the warm colors. I've been dying to get my hands on something burgundy and there's enough burgundy in this to last me a lifetime.
Christian Siriano
Apparently, Christian Siriano is having a "clean up" revelation and I am loving it. I never cared for his previous collections after winning Project Runway, but now I'm calling this one of my favorites of this NYFW. Christian has always had a very dark and romantic way of designing and this showcases that very well. He was inspired by the 1933 film Vampire Beat. I can see some 1930s influences with the number at the end and the two burgundy looks. All in all, the collection truly reflects the vamp side from the film.
Derek Lam
A very lady-like collection, indeed from Mr Derek Lam. But still casual and cool as this is New York Fashion Week. There's the lady look here but with a menswear appeal to it: pointed toe brogues, cable knit sweaters, high collars, big coats, tapered trousers and pant suits. I adore this collection so much because of the autumn-ish colors and spring-ish silhouettes. To be honest, this collection doesn't feel too autumny, especially with the flower prints.
Preen
Another collection that doesn't feel too autumn-y. Preen has never been my favorite nor a designer that I normally check up on during fashion week. This collection caught my eye because of the colors and modern/modest silhouettes. It feels very casual and easy; like I could use this whole collection as my one and only wardrobe. There are basics and singles, full outfits, patterns and great shoes. I've been dressing in this kinds of colors lately (mostly the bottom half of blues and browns) so maybe that's why I'm gravitating towards Preen this season.
Proenza Schouler
By FAR the best NYFW collection. Proenza Schouler's girls keeps growing older but that's not a bad thing. They're becoming sophisticated ladies that know how to dress for now and for themselves. There's an Asian influence here, obviously, with the kimono-esque dresses that seem to have Japanese art on them. There's the idea of Japanese dress as well, with the odd proportions on most silhouettes. If I had enough money, I'd start saving up for one of the cushioned jackets with embroidered birds on them that resemble Ryan Gosling's in the movie Drive. I think the only problem I have with this, is that a lot of resembles the silhouettes of Balenciaga spring/summer 2012 and that are some Céline vibes at the beginning of the collection.
The Row
I'm afraid the Olsen's are sort of going backwards with The Row. I'm sad to say this because when you look at the previous collections, they're absolutely flawless and I've included The Row in my fashion week round ups since they've started, I believe. This collection doesn't feel and luxe as they used to. Also, the clothes seem to be more appropriate for the spring time. With that said, I can't help but lust over almost everything. The sheer tops at the end, the sandals, the perfect trousers and jackets and that harvest gold dress. I would wear that dress everywhere.