Let the Year Begin

Untitled #965 by colette featuring a collar necklace

Valentino handbag
$805 - farfetch.com

Three weeks ago I started my sophomore year of college. This year I am dealing with the more technical side of the fashion industry with classes such as Textiles and Product Development. I really love the hard and soft aspects of this set! xoxo

Highlights

Highlights by colette featuring printed skirts

This set was inspired by my Olympic viewing experience. I noticed that many of the runners had florescent shoes. I believe that they are the new Nike Flyknits. I also noticed however that during the US vs. Australia men's Quarterfinal that one of the Australians had the same neon basketball sneakers.

Disney

Disney by colette on polyvore.com

Is It Summer Yet?

Is It Summer Yet? by colette featuring graphic shirts

It's been unusually warm here in New York for the past week in the 70's and 80's, making want to just lounge around in the sun instead of doing work. My legs are killing me from model training. I could really use a beach break. I am really in love with this Dolce & Gabbana leopard print swimsuit. It feels more like a sexy bodysuit than a swimsuit. 

Romantic Revival

Skinny Love by colette featuring lanvin necklace

I think that once fashion moves past this trend of neon colors, colored jeans, and ultra modern cuts that a more softer, romantic style will swing back into trend.  More fabric, embroidery, pastels and wider/flowy cuts would be some elements that might be seen in future mainstream fashion.

By the way, the upper right corner is a picture of my taken by my bff.

Valentino Couture Spring 2012

After reviewing the photos for the new Valentino runway show, there is a definite mix of old meets new. The light white fabrics give the clothes a effortless, dream-like feel that is appropriate for the spring season. While many of the actual prints on the garments look very homely or for a curtain, the clothes are cut so flattering and beautifully that it actually works.

Valentino keeps in trend with many of the other designers with the prints being continued from head to toe, with the clothing print being used on the shoe as well. Another trend I have been seeing a lot more of lately in couture is lace applique over sheer fabrics. Valentino, and other designers like Marchesa, features this trend in many of their garments during Fashion Week. This technique is visually appealing and combines modestly with sexuality. Much of this technique is done over the bodice of the dress or sleeves. Valentino also incorporates many classical elements such as a high collar with lace and a square neckline reminiscent of their inspiration, Queen Marie Antoinette.

 Valentino did move away from the conventional ultra-sexy, sparkle of regular red carpet couture for a more modest and almost effortless Indie look. A certain type of celebrity, such as Michelle Williams, would I think be able to effectively handle an ensemble from this collection with her grace and spirit. I love this airy romantic style Valentino has brought back to fashion and hope it stays around for a while. Is modesty really coming back into style?

(Justine’s WWD Review for Fashion History: 12/26/12)
http://www.wwd.com/runway/spring-couture-2012/review/valentino