A Detacher – Fall 2010 – New York

The highlight of the show was the designer’s ability to turn underwear as outerwear, as models powered down the runway in navy and cream slip dresses with chunky scarves, or sheer crocheted sweaters paired with pink silk georgette boxer shorts.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Sandy Ramirez
photo editing by Alexandra Dawes

A Detacher’s designer Mona Kowalska sent down a romantic representation of Fall 2010 country life for New York Fashion Week.

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Toni Maticevski – Fall 2010 – New York

Over the top, with gowns of silk tulle and organza in dove gray and multi-layered polka-dot evening dresses in silk chiffon, a truly beautiful collection.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Sandy Ramirez
photo editing by Katie Piper

For his Fall 2010 collection, presented recently in New York City, Australian designer Toni Maticevski seemed to favor shiny fabrics and embellishments.  His collection was over the top, with gowns of silk tulle and organza in dove gray and multi-layered polka-dot evening dresses in silk chiffon.  Interesting attempts to separate, layer, and decorate the body were made. Continue reading “Toni Maticevski – Fall 2010 – New York”

Adrienne Landau – Fall 2010 – New York

Known for her easy glamour style, designer Adrienne Landau created a Siberian chic fall 2010 collection for New York Fashion Week.

story by Alexandra Dawes
interview by Charles Beckwith
photos by Sandy Ramirez
photo editing by Alexandra Dawes

Known for her “easy glamour” style, designer Adrienne Landau created a Siberian chic fall 2010 collection for New York Fashion Week.

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Leifsdottir – Fall 2010 – New York

Designer Johanna Ulurasjarri for Leifsdottir sent out a collection titled -Catalonian Affair- for Fall 2010 at New York Fashion Week.

story by Alexandra Dawes
interview by Charles Beckwith
photos by Adrianna Favero
photo editing by Alexandra Dawes

Designer Johanna Ulurasjarri for Leifsdottir sent out a collection titled “Catalonian Affair” for Fall 2010 at New York Fashion Week.

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Sophie Theallet – Fall 2010 – New York

Sophie Theallet’s Fall 2010 show was her first since winning the coveted CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award last year.

story by Joseph Davis
photos by Tal Shpantzer
photo and story editing by Alexandra Dawes

Sophie Theallet’s Fall 2010 show was her first since winning the coveted CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award last year.

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Spash and Flow – A Photo Editorial

The lyrically beautiful Kira dances and plays on the New York shore. She embodies the freedom and joy of soaking up the splendid sun and rolling waves. From stunning couture gowns to flowing avant garde designs from some of the best designers in New York City, the clothes were chosen for their sheerness and flow to match the former rhythmic gymnast’s grace and joy.

photos by Pauline St. Denis
styling by Seth Friedermann
makeup by Michelle Larner
hair by Donald Francis
photo assistant Jeff Fuller
photo editing by Sandy Ramirez
model is Kira at Fenton Moon
photographed at Rockaway Beach

The lyrically beautiful Kira dances and plays on the New York shore. She embodies the freedom and joy of soaking up the splendid sun and rolling waves. From stunning couture gowns to flowing avant garde designs from some of the best designers in New York City, the clothes were chosen for their sheerness and flow to match the former rhythmic gymnast’s grace and joy. Continue reading “Spash and Flow – A Photo Editorial”

Mongrels in Common – Fall 2010 – Berlin

The design team behind Mongrels in Common, Livia Ximenez-Carillo and Christine Pluess, created a bold and determinedly cohesive Fall 2010 collection for Berlin Fashion Week. The duo concentrated on particular shapes, which were presented on both hard and soft-looking fabrics, in a diminished palette of mint green, grey, black and salmon pink.

reportage by Boris Marberg and Peter Becher
photos by Boris Marberg, Wolfgang Wöhrle, and Peter Becher
edited by Alexandra Dawes

The design team behind Mongrels in Common, Livia Ximenez-Carillo and Christine Pluess, created a bold and determinedly cohesive Fall 2010 collection for Berlin Fashion Week.  The duo concentrated on particular shapes, which were presented on both hard and soft-looking fabrics, in a diminished palette of mint green, grey, black and salmon pink. Continue reading “Mongrels in Common – Fall 2010 – Berlin”

Lorick – Fall 2010 – New York

Her quoted inspiration for this season was _angels and cocoons_.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by John Lamparski
photo editing by Katie Piper

Designer Abigail Lorick created a youthful collection for Fall 2010. It was absolutely full of headbands, feathers, chic jewelry, and glittery tights.  Her quoted inspiration for this season was “angels and cocoons.” Each lively ensemble was fully accessorized was statement necklaces, large earrings, antique-styled brooches, sparkles, sheers, and elaborate brocades. Continue reading “Lorick – Fall 2010 – New York”

Elise Overland – Fall 2010 – New York

Her inspiration for this season: the ‘80s meets Cousin Itt (The Addams Family). This collection can officially be dubbed Rock-n-Roll chic, especially with the fitted leather cocktail dresses with deep v-backs and the Cousin Itt-like fur jackets and trims.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Adrianna Favero

For those individuals who wish to be free in their clothing, Elise Overland just may be the designer for you.  Elise Overland, a designer most noted for her “signature” leathers sent an overwhelmingly body conscious Fall 2010 collection down the runway. Continue reading “Elise Overland – Fall 2010 – New York”

Eryn Brinie – Fall 2010 – New York City

The collection offers women mostly the basic essentials, really just making looking effortless and constantly chic a little more easy.

story by Alexandra Dawes
photos by Martin Bielecki
photo editing by Tatyana Bevs

Designer Eryn Brinie assembled a youthful yet classy Fall 2010 presentation.  The collection has an overall feminine approach with lightly puffed shoulders, soft, delicate fabric, well-placed bows, ruffles, and lace. Details included asymmetrical pockets and collars, cropped sleeves, and new, more modern silhouettes, for a younger, trendier woman. Continue reading “Eryn Brinie – Fall 2010 – New York City”