amanda: NYFashion week - Hervé Léger, Oscar de la Renta, Rodarte

So It's been a week since the end of New York Fashion Week. I've spent a lot of time looking through the collections and I must say some designers have really surprised me and some have left me disappointed.

Of course, I want to use this blog to celebrate the good and the positive so here are some of the collections that I want to mention:

Hervé Léger by Max Azria

I've always been a fan of his work because it just amazes me how creative he can get with his signature bondage dresses. They are both sexy and edgy at the same time!

Oscar de la Renta

Oscar de la Renta never disappoints. He is just a master in what he creates every season. Did I mention I met him at Bergdoorf Goodman's on Fashion's Night Out? ;)

A lot of designers created neon yellow gowns this season, but I like how Oscar de la Renta made this one look so effortless. It makes me wanna give this bright color a try~

Rodarte 

I fell in love with one of Rodarte's famous looks a few years back at the Oscars. It was the pink gown Natalie Portman had on. It left me wanting to see more from this designer. So this is a glimpse of what he showed this year in New York. 

I love the kimono-esque silhouettes but for me, some of his other looks were a little bit too retro and tacky. 

amanda: NYFashion Week - Cynthia Rowley, Jason Wu, Suno

It has been an insane few days since Fashion Week started but I really enjoy the atmosphere of New York City when everyone is so pumped about seeing the new SS12 collections!

Let me share with you a few of my favorites in the past 2 days.

Cynthia Rowley SS12

I just loved how the combination of black and gold made the whole collection look so chic and expensive!
Nobody can say no to one of Cynthia Rowley's LBDs (Little Black Dress) or LWDs (Little White Dress). The styling was just right and I just enjoyed the way the finale was done at the end. Here are a few of my favorite looks:

I notice this trend of lines and symmetry throughout various SS12 collections. What do you think of it?

Jason Wu SS12

I have always admired Jason Wu because of his ability to create a type of delicate softness in his clothes with a hard and edgy inspiration.

In this case, he was inspired by a graffiti artist KAWS and even collaborated with him to produce that beautiful floral print seen throughout this collection. Though some of the looks I felt were a bit too retro, I did like many of the cocktail dresses and gowns.

Such as these:

Yes, ladies and gentlemen. NEON is back. :)

Would you wear neon? If so, in what pieces and to what extent would you wear bright neons?

SUNO SS12

I was not very familiar with this brand before this year. But they are the new up and coming designers who are talked about everywhere!

Here's a glimpse of their talent in the new collection! For some of you who know me personally, I do have a tendency to choose white lace dresses ;)

Amazing use of prints! Behind this brand since 2008 is filmmaker Max Osterweis and designer Erin Beatty. 

 From these collections, which is YOUR FAVORITE? 

Leave us a comment!

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amanda: Fashion Week - Day 1

Today is the first day of New York Fashion Week. 

It's been an exciting morning with shows from Nicholas K, BCBGMAXAZRIA, and Richard Chai. I will be giving a brief review of a few shows each day that I loved.

Enjoy some clips from the shows and tell me what you think (aka LEAVE COMMENTS!! :P)

I have to say that Nicholoas K was my favorite in terms of wearability. I can totally see most men and women wanting to wear their clothes. Love their use of chiffon in their maxi dresses and the cool leather jackets! Don't know who the designers are behind this brand?

Designers Christopher and Nicholas Kunz are a brother-sister duo that have 
started this brand since 2003.
These are a few of my favorite looks:

Aren't those coats just fabulous? Did I mention that I'm really loving the accessories too? ;) 

I am just amazed at the craftsmanship of all these complicated, beautiful dresses that feature interesting cut-outs and fresh pops of color! To see these runway shows in better quality, check out the youtube channel: liverunway as they show each runway more than once a day!

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amanda: Fashion's Night Out 2011

Last year was my first Fashion's Night Out experience in NYC. 

For those of you who are unfamiliar with this concept. It is a mass shopping event in aid of promoting fashion and raising money for charity. Initially it was Vogue's effort to support the fashion retail industry and since 2009, it has been a great success as a global celebration for fashion.

Stores will open late into the night, parties, personal appearances by designers and models make this night spectacular and memorable.

If you are not in one of the cities hosting this event, don't worry. You can still show your support by purchasing limited edition items from the FNO 2011 collection here. There is a list of in-store and online places to buy these fantastic t-shirts and tote bags for charity. 

I am planning my Fashion's Night Out and I will update you as the day draws near! In 7 days, major cities across the globe will be celebrating fashion!! 

Don't miss out!