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13.02.13

Reem Acra Fall 2013

Reem Acra’s Fall 2013 collection was inspired by a recent trip to Japan and a meeting with artist Daido Moriyama.

The influence was hinted at in the silhouettes and the lavish floral appliqués and embroideries, which were simply breathtaking.

I love how the designer played with volumes and shapes. We saw everything, from the luxuriously oversized to lean and sculpted, ranging from traditional kimonos to streamlined column gowns on a colour palette of mostly black, white and red.

I was quite taken by the tweed kimono coat worn over the ink-dot blouse with a houndstooth skirt for daywear, but it was the gowns I was most delighted to see.

The Lebanese designer, who is a hit with A-listers, served up gorgeous gowns ranging from beaded, embroidered, and figure-hugging to elaborate ball gowns, which should take pride of place on the red carpet at the Nokia Theatre in LA at some point… hopefully very soon.

Front Row: Katherine Heigl, Tinsley Mortimer and Jennifer Creel

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Zhang Ziyi, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Krysten Ritter, Abbie Cornish, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Lopez and Nina Dobrev

Favourites: Look 35, Look 24 and Look 17

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on February 13th, 2013 In: Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Reem Acra

13.02.13

Donna Karan Fall 2013

The Fall 2013 cape trend continued at Donna Karan.

Models draped in caped dresses and coats took to the runway for Donna Karan’s Fall 2013 offerings on a warm, rich colour palette of nutmeg, black and grey.

Karan presented asymmetrical, draped-to-the-floor, sweeping, and built-into-jackets capes.

The seriously luxe collection gave us sexy slashed-leather detailing, fur trimmings, seductive jersey body-con dresses, coats and jackets in a variety of shapes and fabrics with rounded shoulders, wrap skirts which gave us a peek at the models’ Donna Karan Evolution hosiery and a beautiful mohair shag sweater, which is perfect for the sub-zero weather here in New York.

I love this seductive collection. It will definitely appeal to the likes of Uma Thurman, who was in the front row, and I can see that slashed-leather and jersey dress appealing to Rihanna.

Front Row: Gretchen Mol, Bernadette Peters and Uma Thurman

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Debra Messing, Uma Thurman, Rihanna, Kate Beckinsale, Emmy Rossum, Bernadette Peters, Sharon Stone and Penelope Cruz

Favourites: Look 36 and Look 37

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on February 13th, 2013 In: Donna Karan, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

13.02.13

Carolina Herrera Fall 2013

Karlie Kloss opened Carolina Herrera’s Fall 2013 runway show, which was my first sighting of my favourite model this fashion week.

With the models’ hair styled into 40s victory-roll pin ups, they took to the runway wearing a delightful mix ranging from chic, feminine daywear to masculine suits with exceptional tailoring, which will delight the likes of Rachel Evan Wood and Tilda Swinton.

Luxurious fur-trimmed pieces stood alongside pretty printed dresses, chic separates, bold-hued frocks, wool coats and, of course, the show closed with plenty of red-carpet-worthy gowns.

We saw a stunning white column gown with a keyhole detail, a sleek black gown with sequin sleeves, and my favourite was a fuchsia gown with a plunging neckline and bow accent.

Front Row: Anna Wintour, Maggie Grace, Ivanka Trump and Julie Henderson

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Ivanka Trump, Anna Wintour, Camilla Belle, Emmy Rossum, Minka Kelly, Renee Zellweger, Olivia Munn, Helen Hunt, Kelly Ripa and Nieves Alvarez

Favourites: Look 30 and Look 39

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on February 13th, 2013 In: Carolina Herrera, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

12.02.13

Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2013

Diane von Furstenberg’s Fall 2013 collection was just oozing glamour.

Taking us back to the 70s disco era, Diana sent models down the runway wearing a mix of autumnal shades of coral, salmon, rust and apricot, nutmeg, cream and black with flashes of hot pink, red and electric-blue.

We saw jumpsuits; plenty of exotic prints, metallic separates, suede skirts with wide obi-style belts, floaty blouses, printed suits and a fur collared coat.

Celebrities love DVF accessories, so they will be snapping up the oversized totes, fringed bags and brightly coloured clutches which took to the runway.

Front Row: Anna Wintour, Olivia Palermo, Coco Rocha, Katharine McPhee, Chelsea Handler and Diane Sawyer.

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Solange Knowles, Rashida Jones, Katharine McPhee,

Favourites: Look 33 and Look 25

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on February 12th, 2013 In: Diane von Furstenberg, Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week

12.02.13

Victoria Beckham Fall 2013

On Sunday morning, my first presentation was the Victoria Beckham Fall 2013 show.

Following her exciting foray into separates for Spring 2013, we were all eagerly anticipating which direction she would go next.

We saw British heritage materials, such as tweed, plaid and herringbone, knits (for the first time), more chic separates, and fewer signature fitted dresses, which made room for dresses with slightly looser silhouettes with keyhole or draped detailing.

Updating the ‘Le Smoking’ jacket, Victoria produced a tuxedo with satin lapels and slash sleeves to make it more cape-like; I expect to see VB wearing this several times – both the dress and jacket.

As with each season, you can feel the growth and confidence within Victoria’s designs.

In the past, we’ve seen the likes of Selita Ebanks and Blake Lively wear Victoria’s dresses.

This collection feels like it was made for the likes of Nicole Kidman, Julianna Margulies, Gemma Arterton, Helen Hunt, Tilda Swinton, Marion Cotillard and Jessica Chastain – powerful A-listers who want to look chic and sexy at the same time.

Manolo Blahnik created the kitten-heel booties which I’m sure will also be a huge hit.

Models carried Victoria Beckham’s bags in the same manner we have seen the designer herself carry them.

The best tweet after the Victoria Beckham show came from Hugh Wright, who said “Anyone who still thinks @victoriabeckham isn’t a serious designer, ask Anna Wintour, Suzie Menkes & Jefferson Hack”.

I couldn’t have said it better myself.

Front Row: David Beckham and Anna Wintour

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Those listed above.

Favourites: Look 12 and Look 17

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on February 12th, 2013 In: Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Victoria Beckham Collection

12.02.13

Monique Lhuillier Fall 2013

The Monique Lhuillier Fall 2013 runway show took place on Saturday afternoon despite the snow storms.

Seated behind Brad Goreski, I was trying to figure out which of the pieces he would pick for his clients.

I can see Rashida Jones wearing Look 21, which is a colourful yellow, white and black masculine suit, and my dream is to see Jessica Alba wearing the goddess-green long-sleeved gown with tonal embellishments which was Look 34.

There were plenty more show stoppers which took to the runway, ranging from vibrant, colourful prints, feather prints, bold ombre hues and a few fringe gowns, which moved beautifully as the models glided down the red carpet.

My favourite look was Look 25: the lace long-sleeved floral tulle peplum top with matching pants with a black net overskirt for dramatic effect.

The collection wasn’t all about the gowns; we also saw cigarette pants, chic blouses, swing dresses and cocktail dresses.

Some pieces were accented with the designer’s signature waistband, with all the looks featuring Monique Lhuillier’s sleek geometric cut-out shoes.

Front Row: Connie Britton, Lydia Hearst, Bridget Moynahan and Brad Goreski

Who I See Wearing This Collection: Emmy Rossum, Nina Dobrev, Ashley Greene and Bérénice Marlohe

Favourites: Look 25 and Look 34

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