Farah Angsana Fall 2012 Runway Show

Farah Angsana brought the glam and sophistication of gala worthy, red-carpet gowns for her Fall 2012 fashion show. I got moved up to front row, which is always an amazing experience although especially appreciated for Farah since I got to see every detail and bounce in the fabric as the models flowed down the runway. Plus it makes for way better pictures!

This year, I like how Farah incorporated both short and long versions of many of the dresses she created –It just makes it more wearable for a lot of us that are lacking occasions worthy of long gown attire. The most moving part of the collection was the reaction the audience took to the finale dress. The gasps enough made it newsworthy as the model whisked down the runway in this strapless electric purple number that despite showing a decent amount of skin was so absolutely unique and elegant.

Enjoy the collection for yourself, I couldn’t resist the urge to film it and share it with all of you!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mjXk7jeDSE&list=UU9BX-x1D-YtJhGoX2vY1TVQ&index=1&feature=plcp

Scroll through our picture gallery to see more images from the show:

 

Norma Kamali Cut Out for Fall 2012: OMO and KamaliKulture Presentation

Norma Kamali at her Fall 2012 presentation

The most unexpected Fall 2012 fashion week presentation award goes to Norma Kamali. She generally has as an innovative angle to every show — or really anything she does. Usually, it’s some type of digital or social media angle, however this time it was something completely different and unexpected…  Jumbo faux cut-out models instead of live models. Then on opposite ends there were projections of the models wearing the clothes and dancing around.

Showcasing both her Fall 2012 OMO collection on one side and her new KamaliKulture (priced under $100!) on the other. While artistically I loved the installation and ambiance of the room. I found it a little challenging to really examine the clothes. Naturally, considering they were made out of paper (or plastic?) –but for me so much of these presentations is getting to see the fabric and how it moves on a live body.

That said, I’ll just have to wait for Fall 2012 like the rest of the world to get up close and personal with the collection.

The Fall 2012 OMO collection

Fall 2012 KamaliKulture collection

LOVE this coat

Can’t wait to see this skirt in person

I dunno about the race car-esque number…

NAHM Presents Pretty Vintage Inspired F/W 2012 Collection

The room was buzzing as the grand piano played at the presentation for NAHM, the line of Alexandra Hilfiger (daughter of you know who) and Nary Manivong.  In it’s second season the duo presented a collection of boxy dresses with drop waist skirts, delicate blouses with ruffle trim, skirts with varying hemlines, in modern, youthful cuts.

Looking to the past, the duo took their inspiration from the 20’s and ancient Egypt. It was a strong showing and I loved the hieroglyphic print dresses, featuring tiny ancient Egyptians engaging in very modern activities: trimming hedges with giant shears, toting shopping bags, cruising on skateboards. The shoes, contrast platforms in coordinating prints, and black suede, were a great addition to the look.

Vintage-centic NAHM featured a “Sugared Neutral” nail with pink undertones. This color was custom blended by CND‘s Angi Wingle, but can be recreated at home by layering CND Colour in Desert Suede with one coat of CND Colour in Marshmallow Rose, topped with CND Super Matte Top Coat. Strong nude nails looked flawless with minty green wingtipped eyes by MAC and glamorous ’20s ‘dos by Aveda amidst punchy plum and eclectic green patterned fabrics.

 

Style Coalition Fashion 2.0 Awards Announced

Last night the Style Coalition Fashion 2.0 Awards brought together the top social media influencers to recognize and honor the most innovative fashion brands in the online community. Attendees gathered at the SVA Theatre in New York City to announce the winners and celebrate the new fashion frontier. Hosted by Robert Verdi, with a keynote address by Norma Kamali the night was a splendid celebration of inspirational achievements.

Yuli Ziv, Norma Kamali, Robert Verdi. Photo Credit: Style Coalition

Once again the big winner was New York-based fashion label DKNY, taking home awards for Best Twitter and Best Blog by a Fashion Brand, both of which are run by Donna Karan International SVP of Global Communications, Aliza Licht.

Winners were determined entirely by public vote, following an open nomination round. Other winners included Bergdorf Goodman picking up Best Facebook beating tough competition from Burberry, Dior, Gucci and Oscar de la Renta. Best Website was awarded to Marc Jacobs; Tiffany & Co. took home the award for Best Mobile App for its engagement

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