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Fashion Highlight: Color Blocking Craze by BCBG Max Azria Autumn/Winter 2012 (with some year round looks)

Is color blocking just a trend?

Well think again because when a collection like BCBG Max Azria is devoted almost entirely to color blocking, it is a fashion statement that will be around for a while longer. I was fascinated that the colors and designs explored color blocking in many different combinations - it ranged from vertical and horizontal combinations in different neutral colors to a fun mix with different textures. The same color (white) paired with a sheer white to create a different textural view or a simple color blocked coat was mixed with fur sleeves for a modern spin on a retro look. I thought that this was also a look that works for warmer as well as cooler weathers.

It is definitely a wearable and simple collection, but one that enables you to experience a new take on a familiar favorite. I also love that BCBG is relatively affordable (watch those sales lovelies!) so many more of us can rock color blocked frocks.

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Labels: 2012, BCBG Max Azria, designer, NYFW

Fashion Highlight: Floral Mod Elegance via Nahm Autumn/Winter 2012-2013

Sometimes a single image can captivate me.

I was browsing through NYFW photos and actually got drawn into the background of these photos for Nahm Autumn/Winter 2012-2013 (I know, it should be about the clothing!) But this small, curated collection is both distinct, but pretty and wearable. I love the inspiration of floral touches even if it is only in the sleeves or a patch of a skirt. It also reminds me of how much more versatile floral prints become when it is done in a sheer fabric. Trends come and go (hmm Marc Jacob, oversized Mary Poppins hats - not sure how long I'd rock that!), but elegant silhouettes remain.

Now that is fashion I can really appreciate (and is inspiration that can be found at a variety of price points!) After all, sometimes don't you just want to wear something that is just plain pretty, and not just fashionable for the season?

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Labels: 2012, designer, fashion, Nahm, NYFW

FFF - NYFW Autumn/Winter 2012 and Spontaneous Trips

Happy Fun, Free Friday lovelies!

NYFW Autumn/Winter 2012
Who else loves to check out runway photos this time of year? Oh to be back home in NYC at this time would be lovely! But the internet and the increasing digital broadcasts of catwalks has really made fashion so much more accessible. I'll only post about a few shows, but I love that I have the ability to very quickly view all of the looks in a designer's collection within a day and without having attended the show (though I'd love to some day!) It is about living the fashion fantasy.
What designer epitomizes fantasy and luxury more than Marchesa? The fabrics and styles are always boldly beautiful. It was of course pure loveliness to see all the lace and tulle (two favorites of course!)

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Check out photos from Marchesa and other shows here.

Otherwise, this weekend I am...
...going to Chiang Mai on a spontaneous trip! I am not spontaneous at all. But a few friends told us they were going to Chiang Mai and my husband turned to me and said, "We should go too - why not?" So I have to hurriedly pack and research what to do/where to go. But it should be fun! How many times will I be able to pick up and go on a random trip right? Of course I will take as many pictures as I can!

What are you doing this weekend?

Have a fabulous weekend!

Labels: FFF, NYFW

Dreaming/NYFW 2010 Favorite Images

Oh to be a high-flying fashion editor rubbing elbows with Rihanna in the front-row and sipping Fiji Water while touching those zanily colorful 70s inspired fabrics backstage at Marc Jacobs,

Until then, here are a few favorite images from NYFW as I await invites for future shows.

Swimming in Marchesa gowns at Style.com's indoor pool party