Spring Fashion Week 2011- Ralph Lauren

The only phrase I can think of when perusing the photos of this runway show is "Victorian Western". You can always count on Ralph Lauren to produce classic, quality clothing. This season leather and lace ruled the runway, but definitely with a twist. Leather belts, bags, and vests were paired with feminine cotton and charmeuse dresses, which made for a casual chic look that any girl could pull off. We can certainly expect to see these accessories become a fashion staple this spring.

Spring Fashion Week 2011- Marc Jacobs

This season, the hype over the Marc Jacobs show was as big as the hair on the runway, and for good reason! This guy does it right every time. The 70's are back with a vengeance in his new line, with high-waisted pants, voluminous skirts, stylish knits, and silky fabrics. These designs are definitely not for the faint of fashion heart, and clearly made for risk takers. Somehow, Marc Jacobs managed to fuse the old-school glamour of one of his favorite decades with the modern designs that he's known for and they are delicious!

Spring Fashion Week 2011- Rodarte

I'm getting a little ahead of myself here because there are so many other shows to talk aboutthat have happened and must be talked about but I just can't help myself. The Mulleavy sisters have created a totally amazing and completely interesting line this season for Rodarte. We're certainly seeing their most wearble collection to date, but there are a few pieces that are a bit out there. The powerhouse sisters ditched the always common frilly frocks for spring and went with a line that is decidedly more more structured and strong.Golds, browns, and blues dominated this runway along with tons of pattern. A-maz-ing.

Oh how I love NYFW!

Side note

Still playing with colors, photos, etc so, yes I do realize I have like a million different colors of text but I'm ironing out some bugs here...

It's Time!

Thanksgiving and Christmas are both awesome and all with their huge family meals and gift giving and receiving however, fashion week is by far my most favorite time of year. And the best part? It happens TWICE per year! Take that Christmas! So battery is officially working on the computer and internet is up again (thanks Time Warner for being so dependable always) and this means I can get back to it, and what better time that New York Fashion Week? I know there are so many clothes and designers to discuss, but I need to take a minute to talk about the heart attack I had when I reviewed the photos of Christian Siriano's Spring 2011 Payless collaboration. Unveiled during the show for his ready-to-wear line, the platform shoes were sky high, geometric masterpieces. Unsure of the price point for these babies, but they promise to be much more affordable for those of us who don't have thousands laying around. Keep an eye out, because they'll be going fast ya'll! Feast your eyes on these gorgeous creations:

I mean, these are beyond sick. I'll be setting up camp outside my nearest Payless store until these hit the shelves. Do you get time off for fashion?

Hang in there....

Bear with me folks...playing around with template designs so it'll be a little wonky for a few days until I get this done.

Back From the Dead

I am finally, and permanently back on the blogging scene! However, because I'm having some major computer issues this evening, I'm having to keep this post short. No worries though. New battery is on it's way, along with daily, yes DAILY, posts from yours truly. This is really just serving to make sure that no promises were broken being that I did cross my heart that I would post today.

The good news? The Vogue September issue is officially in my hands, and therefore I have tons to talk about. Tune in tomorrow when I will have something a little more interesting to share. I'm also working on getting this blog spruced up a little, so hopefully can be added to the "coming soon" list.