14 September 2011

Tory Burch Spring 2012 Runway Review

Considering the success of Tory Burch’s brand, it’s easy to forget that the designer has never shown a full runway presentation. It’s proof that the circus that we call fashion week is somewhat pointless because the CFDA winner and accessory queen has built a global brand without a media storm-inducing show. Nevertheless, Burch’s foray onto the runway was successful as her collection’s 20s influences and soft ladylike silhouettes are sure to be big sellers come spring. The drop waist, an emerging trend much to the dismay of curvy women everywhere, was a key trend.
Her reputation as a less trendy but more expensive J.Crew was sustained and housewives across the country are sure to be pleased. The most wonderful thing about Tory Burch is also the most boring, she is a lifestyle brand who knows exactly what her customers want and gives it to them. There’s something to be said about a designer who is not worried about a media frenzy or celebrity endorsements because she doesn’t need to be. The brand, which has stores and retailers worldwide, is expanding to include jewelry and swimwear; two categories that are sure to result in retail success for the brand. This collection won’t be making anyone’s best spectacle list but it will make waves where it counts.

Tory Burch Spring 2012

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Tory Burch Spring 2012


Tory Burch Spring 2012

13 September 2011

Betsey Johnson Spring 2012 fashion show

Betsey Johnson Spring 2012 Runway Review

After taking in Carolina Herrera (who knew it was her style?) Nicki Minaj took her place front row at Betsey Johnson where, warm weather on her mind, the designer had her models walking out with trompe l’oeil hosiery thanks to fake seams drawn onto the backs of their legs with eyeliner. Needless to say, models decked out in side-swept ultra glam platinum curls and bright pink lipstick took to the runway in a parade of Minaj-worthy ensembles. Sky-high, laced-up platform shoes, chunky metallic jewelry, sheer black bra-and-panty-revealing dresses, bright metallic leggings, and flouncy off-the-shoulder cropped tops had many of the models looking as though they were getting ready for bed in their naughtiest confections. More demure floral printed looks made their way out as well – well, demure were it not for the fact that they were cut to be bra exposing (and no inconspicuous bras at that – it was all about the leopard and hot, hot pink undergarments). Bustier tops and dresses were another running theme as was leopard print on everything from sliced-arm rompers to wide-leg pants. Stripes, a Johnson signature, and skull and bone prints, most which came fashioned in the teeniest of separates, were also featured. Then, of course, there was the requisite series of full-on sequin looks complete with bedazzled hats and shoes. The show ended in Victoria Secret-style with a model taking off her jacket to reveal a sparkling bra worn with a glimmering mini. Johnson then took her bow by doing her signature gymnastics on the runway and danced around with her daughter. The models took their final walk toting balloons and cone-bra printed black cropped tops paired with black underwear. These looks, for the most part, will surely be edited quite a bit before they hit retail shops. Until then, they made for a lively show that was nothing if not good-natured, lighthearted, and fun to watch.