My Dear Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix has always been a designer who I admire. His devoted passion and love towards a fantasia of haute couture clothing is extravagant. It is no wonder there was a sullen ambiance in Paris during its 2010 Fashion Week; Lacroix recently declared insolvency, the first step before bankruptcy, due to the downturn of the luxury market which resulted in him backing out of the haute couture showcasing. The situation is still unclear but it has left one of the greatest creators out on his own trying to reclaim the brand. For Fall 2009 the embellished material, extravagantly hued with rich blues were extremely concentrated in shape and wearable. Perhaps this was Lacroix way of reaching out to a breed of women who are constrained by financial issues; however, as a mastery of his art he gilded a beautifully crafted wedding gown, a vision of a saint in a church painting.

It’s unfortunate such a brilliant artist has struggled to maintain a label that is utterly luminous in its creativity. His distinct detailing is layered with delights and surprises. He is comfortable in which all the imagination he's developed seems to flow effortlessly out of his fingertips. What a shame the appreciation for extravagant artistic expression isn’t as wholly accepted as Kim Kardashian’s pathetic attempt at constructing a reputable clothing line…

F*ck It Friday... Flippin' the Bird to the Conventional

I have never been to Asia, however, the fashion of Japan and China has always fascinated me. Asian culture has this remarkable ability to stretch beyond the conventions of fashion and create something truly magical. It seems even their punk street style has a delicate technique that is illustrated through cut up leather, sky high Mohawks, purple Dock Martins, safety pin vests and eccentric make up. Whether it is only one with a “fashion eye” who can detect, or appreciate for that matter, this tactful and creative collection of brilliant entities that drift amongst the streets like real life animation, no one can deny their distinctive style!

So this weeks “F*ck It Friday” is in recognition to China’s Fashion Week 2010 held in Beijing. The beautifully peculiar clothes with unusually attractive head pieces made me want to get the “f*ck its” when it comes to taking risks with fashion! Some days I just want to go to school wearing a top hat and rings on every finger; after viewing these photos, I think I may just do so!

(Photos from left to right: TONI&GUY Trends Release; Model poses for a cosmetic show; Qi Gang- all lines showcased in Beijing at China's Fashion Week S/S Collection 2010)

NYFW 2010 Wrap Up!

It is safe to say that New York Fashion Week for fall 2010 was all about “the statement” look. Furs, embellishments, velvet, structured leather and pure elegance rushed the cat walks with their warm and welcoming presence. The trends are a true return to luxury with a simplistic twist. The material mash-ups and long skirts are definitely a note to make in your fall 2010 shopping must haves if you’re thinking that far ahead… like me.
(Photo: Brian Reyes Fall 2010)

MKA finally debute "The Row" at NYFW!

So Mary-Kate and Ashley finally showed their Fall 2010 line of The Row at New York's Fashion week! I am a huge fan of anything MKA so I drooled the entire show... absolutely breathtaking.
The mix of textured navy blues, sheer fabric and accents of leather paired beautifully with the seamless tailoring of the dress pants, asymmetrical skirts and discretely ruched cocktail dresses. The line reflected the New York woman who claims to "only take 15 minutes to get ready in the morning"; we know these women are lying but, to be honest, they can say whatever they want when they are dressed that fabulous!