Runway Recap: MBFW Fall/Winter 2014

The streets are buzzing with the latest trends as style setters venture out in this seasons best. That's right folks, it's Fashion Week! Bloggers, celebrities, and the like are gathered around the city to view the new-new on the runway; and I must say, I'm rather impressed. 

So ... To kick off the first few days into the F/W 2014 runways, I have composed some of my favorite collections below:

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Veronica Beard

This collection screamed my dark fairytale. Simple and classic looks dawned this lookbook, with beautiful floral prints and textured fabrics alike, in lush autumn colors and pops of blue. A very wearable sportswear collection, that could easily be mixed and matched to merge an emotional story through dress.

Mara Hoffman

Hoffman never ceases to impress with her intricately designed prints in simple silhouettes. I loved all things maxi from the designer, in bold blues and neutrals in her beautifully engineered prints. The designer stepped away from the high necklines of most presentations, which was rather refreshing in retrospect. 

Lisa Perry

Oh, hello mod fashion, how I've missed you! This collection added a big punch of character to the runway with the shapeless boxy silhouettes and understated tones and prints. Did I mention how dimensional and symmetrical the collection looked [[without being overbearing?]] I loved how easy these looks were, and how they could easily be paired with all things basic.

 Calla

A rather fun and young collection! Calla got wearable sportswear to a T. With her color based print mixing, soft tribal and floral prints, and easy pieces. I rather appreciated this modern take on today's hipster- pretty conservative elements brought together through layering and subtle mixing.

 Marissa Webb

Last but not least, a bold collection presented by the namesake brand, Marissa Webb. I loved how understated this collection was - tonal whites, grey's, and blacks in mixable pieces. The simple looks have a common theme, high or exaggerated necklines. (And I adore it!) Not to mention that I need every item from this presentation in my possession, like yesterday!

Be sure to be on the lookout for more trends on the runway- I know I'm starting to see some definite similarities in this seasons collections!

XoXo.

Spring Showers bring MBFW 2014

Well since this blog has ultimately become seasonal, naturally I'll post about Fashion Week. As in the Spring '14 collections of MBFW. And let me tell you how much I love love loved all the colors, after all it is cooling down in this big old city. Which is rather disappointing considering my immense love for pairing mismatching colors on a daily basis. Anyways, I present my top 5 picks ... for now at least. 

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Mara Hoffman

Prints on prints on prints. I must say this is by far my most favorite collection. Mara Hoffman definitely has a knack for producing the most vivid and intricate designs in her tile like prints. Kudos to the tribal lady. Her collections never fail with the unique prints in very simple and wearable silhouettes. LOVE.

Nicole Miller

Yet another ode to prints. See the pattern, y'all. [[Get the pun there? I just can't stop.]] I love the dual printed stripes and watercolor florals paired back to solids and more prints. Blue tends to be my least favorite color on the palette, but I found this collection rather refreshing paired back to whites and pastels. 

Rebecca Minkoff

Layers for days. Talk about the funnest and youngest collection yet. I loved how vibrant the colors were paired with beautifully engineered prints in an array of materials. Individual pieces combined together to make a look far from simple.  

Zimmerman

By far the prettiest and daintiest collection of them all. The soft neutral colors paired with the picturesque florals makes me want to gather some girls for a high tea. In all honesty, I love the plunging necklines, lace up crop tops and metallics for day. 

Diane Von Furstenberg

Talk about wearable art, one thing I admire about DVF, is her ability to make beautiful garments that easily transitions from work to play. Easy flowy silhouettes, bold tribal prints, and a multitude of colors. Her collections always have a soft place in my heart.

Sorry to keep it short & sweet kids, I do have a life after all.

MBFW Swim 2013

So the heat wave has finally subsided and I can finally enjoy what little is left in this New York Summer. Thank God, there is finally something to celebrate: semi starved models whose bodies I totally envy and the most beautifully constructed swimwear to date. [[ I am in due part grateful to my Instagram feed for reminding me of this glorious season!!]] Welcome Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim in Miami.

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Mara Hoffman

Raise your glasses to the obvious numero uno, Mara Hoffman. Talk about some maj prints! Tribal galore with perfect combinations of high waisted pieces, band aids to the extreme, cut outs and flowy goddess numbers. I must say, shes never done me wrong.

Maaji

Flashback to early 1980's roller disco, (I may only be an 80's baby, but i think I was a hip toddler.) I love how randomly eclectic these looks were styled- platforms for days, bow ties, accessories galore, and the occasional collar. This collection definitely proved to be a twist to the runway, and by far the most wearable in a day and age thats frequently changing in trending.

Indah

By far the most random collection, but that's probably why i appreciate it. All the models are absolute bombshells, donning looks that don't remotely go with one another. Ditzy florals, leather onesies, snake skins, and a tribute to Daisy Dukes- what more could a girl ask for.  

Aqua Di Lara

Hints of bollywood laced with tribal prints, make for this Indian inspired collection. Beautifully draped silks and vibrant patterns strutted the runway in one of the most eclectic collections this season. Not to mention the adorbs call to childhood via messy pig tails.

AguaClara

One word perfectly describes this collection, sex. It is awfully evident that the one-piece is returning in a major way, but it's the little details that makes this capsule truly amazing. Shower me in glitter and bedazzle the sh*t out of some trim, and you've got a winner. 

A. Che Swimwear

 Neons on Neons on Neons stacks on stacks on stacks ... Beautiful and simple silhouettes frame the body with strategically placed cut outs and peek-a-boo coverage. These pieces make me want to go on an exotic vacation full of rolling on the sand and seductive sports illustrated type photo shoots.