Monday, March 1st, 2010 | Accessories, Beauty, Fashion Week, Giveaways
Tweet this Giveaway | Maybelline New York Fashion Week Gift Bag
By Samantha
New York Fashion Week may have just passed, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t have a piece of the action. Plus, we are just in the midst of many other Fashion Weeks abroad. Maybelline New York acted as one of the official makeup sponsors of New York Fashion Week, doing the makeup for 7 of the top shows including RVCA x Erin Wasson, Michael Angel, Vivienne Tam, Custo Barcelona, Carlos Miele, Tracy Reese, Max Azria and William Rast. Taking the tents by storm, models walked the runway with lush lashes and glam lips, all courtesy of the Maybelline makeup artists, led by Charlotte Willer.
In the spirit of New York Fashion Week, Maybelline is giving away one “Get Ready for Fashion Week” giftbag which includes the official Maybelline New York NYFW tote, a Maybelline Loves NY mug, a travel sewing kit, Great Lash mascara, Color Sensational lip-color and Shine Sensational lip gloss.
Take a cue from Maybelline’s fabulous makeup trends and look just like the models that were on the catwalk. Throw on a great outfit, and your own sidewalk can be your own personal runway with your bold lips or smoldering eyes completing the look. Whether you choose to go for a “less is more” look or you want to be daring and go “all out,” let Maybelline take you there.
Would you like to win the Maybelline “Get Ready for Fashion Week” gift bag? Enter our raffle* by tweeting the giveaway @POSHGLAM and emailing Samantha@POSHGLAM.com, subject “Maybelline.” Please include your name, mailing address and email address. And remember, one entry per person, but tweet away.
*Giveaway deadline is March 15, 2010.
Saturday, February 27th, 2010 | Celebs, Fashion Week, Style
Yes, Celebrities Read Too
By Samantha
Celebrities are constantly on the move, whether it be to a fabulous vacation locale or a set in a far-off destination. With all of that travel, it can’t be easy to carry books around, after all, they pack quite a bit of clothing, which is sure to hit the weight capacity on most airlines.
Take a cue from AnnaLynne McCord, who was spotted backstage at the Jill Stuart show during New York Fashion Week with her Nook, Barnes & Noble’s new e-reader. McCord, a self proclaimed tech geek, brings her Nook wherever she goes, even to the hottest fashion soiree in town. High style and educated, this starlet has it all going on, and is sure to never miss out on the latest trends or the latest best-seller.
The Nook retails for $259 at Barnes & Noble.
Photos courtesy of Justin Campbell.
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 | Beauty, Fashion, Fashion Week, Haute Press, New York, News
Michael Kors Fall 2010
By Jessica
For fall 2010, it seems Michael Kors chose to go on a safari, a winter safari that is. The Out of Africa look has served as an inspiration to many a designer before but only few choose to interpret into a winter collection. Michael takes it to a whole new level without drifting away from that all-American style that is his quintessential design philosophy.
Knits and fur were the key features which were later followed by some shimmer and sheer. Silhouettes were clean cut and well-tailored while the garments were devoid of any excessive ornamentation. From fitted sweaters, chunky cardigans and fur coats to body-con gowns and skirts, the show had it all. Desert colors like fawn, eggshell, slate, taupe and auburn later gave way to sparkly black, shiny silver and glittering gold for the evening. One significant piece in the collection was a chrome-hued long parka with a round fur collar. Circular scarves, beanies, knitted gloves and leg warmers went along with the clothes.
Belts severed their purpose of cinching in the waist but also adorned the neck of the models. As for the beauty, the sun-kissed glow, shimmery-smoky eyes and a rosy pout completed the look.
—Dyuti Mishra
(Images courtesy Coutorture.com)
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week, Haute Press, New York, News
Marc Jacobs Fall 2010
By Jessica
The theatrics were at an all time high at the Marc Jacobs fall 2010 show. It started with Marc Jacobs and Robert Duffy walking around the room tearing down construction paper to reveal the collection. Waiting behind those brown paper curtains, however, was the most shocking element of all: fifty-six models were standing stock still in clothes of the simplest form. Yes, Marc Jacobs, the elaborate, cutting-edge designer has embraced elegant minimalism for Fall.
With “Somewhere over the rainbow” blasting in the background, the models took the runway one simple profile at a time. The colour palette stayed true to the Marc Jacobs aesthetic: neutrals, pastels and an occasional glint of metal. The fabrics—wool, cashmere, velvet, cotton and fur trim—were quintessential Marc Jacobs as well. In style and presentation, the collection could have been any one of his previous, signature shows. However, a closer look revealed the show was anything but similar. In an industry where change is the only constant and fresh is never fresh enough, Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 gave editors and buyers something to think about with its absolute simplicity and lack of unnecessary ‘innovation.’ “There’s so much striving for newness now that newness feels less new.” said Jacobs after the show. (Style.com)
There, we have it. Marc presented a collection of A-line skirts, sequined sweaters, oversized coats, three-piece suits and calf-length dresses, all very fuss-free and dare I say, conservative. Nevertheless, there is no denying of his genius; velvet has never looked more alluring and the clear plastic trench is a stunning statement piece.
With the new hemline standards set here, footwear came in the form of block-heeled pumps worn with ankle socks or tie-up boots. Handbags came in a vast assortment, from envelope clutches to satchels and more.
The beauty look, like the silhouettes, was understated and clean with little hints of mascara and a slightly tinted pout. Hair lengths were defined along with the hem lengths; four inches below the collar bone is how it goes at Marc Jacobs.
-Dyuti Mishra
(Images courtesy of Style.com)
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 | News
Robbers, Gamblers and Cowgirls, Oh My! Betsey Johnson Fall 2010
By Jessica
A hay-covered runway? Kelly Osbourne in a mustache? Only one designer could present a show that quirky: the one-and-only Betsey Johnson. No matter how eccentric the presentation (Moncler had models stand out in the cold) or odd the fashions (glow-in-the-dark heels at Rodarte), no one tops Betsey’s funky, free-spirited approach to design, which has earned her the label, “Fashion’s Wild Child.”
With her Fall 2010 runway show, Betsey proved she is more than worthy of the title. Betsey Johnson took the fashion industry on a tour of the Wild, Wild West with a gang of robbers, bandits, gamblers and saloon girls. Though the runway show could have easily been a live play, the fashions were more wearable than theatrical. The Western bad boys—gamblers and robbers—embraced the menswear trend (also seen at the Rebecca Taylor show) with top hats, tuxedo shirts, suspenders, camouflage dresses and lots of stripes. The fair ladies wore fur-lined frocks, corsets, ruffled dresses, printed hot pink jumpsuits and voluminous prairie skirts.
The make-up was just as adventurous and uninhibited. Backstage, the head makeup artist, Sarah Lucero for Stila, chatted with me about the inspiration for the show. “The inspiration is Brigitte Bardot, a French Western film [Las Petroleras, 1971] that Betsey was inspired by,” Lucero said. “It’s all about that smoky, blacked out eye. Lashes are very straight and exaggerated. It’s like a doll eye.”
To create the sexy 60’s look, “the skin was kept bare with a matte foundation using Stila one step makeup and a peachy pale lip.” To get those sexy, smoky eyes, “apply eye shadow in Chinois all over your lids as a base. Use Espresso on your lids and crease and Ebony to line your upper and lower lash lines.” Finish the look with “black cream liquid liner and loads of mascara.”
The bad-ass sign directing editors to Sarah Lucero, head Stila makeup artist. How cool is that!
No Brigitte Bardot look is complete without sexy, voluminous hair. Sebastian Professional lead stylist, Thomas Dunkin, spoke with me about the direction for the hair. Also inspired by Brigitte Bardot, the look was “60’s cowgirl with pigtails and lots of volume.” To recreate the style, “spray Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray” for volume and texture. Blow dry hair and “set it with rollers,” for height and body. Channel your inner cowgirl by separating hair into “loose, messy pigtails.” The pigtails should be “sloppy and asymmetric. Nothing too perfect,” Dunkin added.
Models hanging out backstage.
While messy pigtails are the perfect hairstyle for the saloon girls, the models dressed as banditos wore a different “hair” look: fake mustaches. The leader of the pack was a newly svelte, Kelly Osbourne, who walked with puppy in hand wearing full robber garb complete with a bandana and a pistol. The spectacle did not end there. In a beautiful tribute to Alexander McQueen, a model walked the runway holding a “Long Live McQueen” sign. And since Betsey Johnson held her runway show on Valentine’s Day, the models spelled out “LOVE” in sequins on their backsides.
And to end the show with a bang, Betsey hit the runway at the finale wearing a mustache, a striped suit and a sequined heart on her behind. She even treated the audience, which included actress Melissa Joan Hart and Fefe Dobson, to her signature final cartwheel. Her acrobatics were followed by a line of models carrying giant hearts.
With the recession looming, and the fashion industry struggling to cope with the death of Alexander McQueen, we all needed the fun, free spirit that Betsey captures at her show every season. Here’s to love, guns and cowgirls!
xo
Jessica
Runway Photos Courtesy of New York Magazine.
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week, New York
NYFW: Erin Fetherston Fall/Winter 2010
By Samantha
For her Fall/Winter 2010 runway presentation, designer Erin Fetherston showcased a uniquely complete collection defining a marriage between elegant romance and rock n’roll culture. With a range of thigh-skimming dresses, floating gowns and glam separates including ultra sleek pants, this collection is all encompassing, identifying with any fashion loving chick. 
Fetherston found inspiration in the iconic Chelsea girl, Nico, and the singer’s savvy bohemian style, full of glitzy flair and hippie-chic fun. The collection takes Nico from day to night, from tomboy-ish looks with flirty notes to overtly glamorous, red carpet worthy ensembles. With a muted color palette including lilac, nude and sage alongside black and white, Fetherston plays on the ethereal brought into the boldness of the city-girl’s personality. Lace, chiffon, leather and velvet are all used as they drape dramatically as perfect silhouettes on the model’s, with tailoring that makes the designer iconic.
I love the mixture of gold jackets and micro-minis put next to fantastic floral prints and dresses worthy of your best fashion dreams. In this collection, Fetherston pulls out the edge in every girl, and manages to make effortless bohemian look rocker worthy. It doesn’t take much, but each look remains fresh, girly and sleek whilst being funky with just enough roughness to rock each ensemble out of the park. From the songstress in the streets to the business-woman in the boardroom, Erin Fetherston’s collection can dress any persona, as versatile as it is beautiful.
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week, Haute Press, Los Angeles
NYFW: Jenni Kayne Fall/Winter 2010
By Samantha
For her Fall/Winter 2010 collection, LA based designer Jenni Kayne turned to the stables for inspiration, bringing equestrian culture to her contemporary line, making it attainable fashion for the city girl. The designer used jodhpurs, utility coats and riding jackets as some of her key pieces, which she re-worked to make them fashion forward for the modern day, while remaining classic pieces that are the ultimate wardrobe staples.
Jenni Kayne is not so much a brand as it is a lifestyle. This collection keeps with the timelessness that consumers have begun to expect within the brand. She manages to take equestrian and make it look far from “western”, but rather gives the look a preppy, updated feel that is effortlessly chic in its tailoring and design. The bursts of bold color in select pieces is fun, but I like that she stuck to a pretty muted color scheme, and focused more on the design of each piece.
With riding pants that could easily substitute your go-to jeans and jackets that you can rest assured will sit in the front of your closet, Jenni Kayne has proven with this collection that preppy sophistication is always in style, and leaves me longing for Fall. The collection is robust and versatile, whilst remaining simplistic, perfect for the working girl on-the-go, the glam shopper and the suburb sweetheart.
Monday, February 15th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week, Haute Press, New York, News
Behind-the-Scenes at Marc Bouwer's Fall 2010 Virtual Runway Show
By Jessica
Marc Bouwer is more than a designer; he’s a visionary. The talent behind red-carpet gowns for Halle Berry, Sarah Jessica Parker and Beyonce Knowles, Bouwer is the first designer to ever host a virtual runway show. Now, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Alexander Wang and Isaac Mizrahi are all following suit.
Marc Bouwer is also a pioneer in his passionate campaign against animal cruelty. In 2002, he was the first designer to present a collection completely devoid of animal products. The groundbreaking collection was sponsored by PETA, who later gave Bouwer the prestigious PETA Humanitarian award.
POSHGLAM was honored to attend an exclusive taping of Marc Bouwer’s Fall 2010 virtual runway show. Famous for his eye for detail and sophisticated draping techniques, Bouwer chose avante garde shapes, luxurious textures and rich, metallic hues for his Fall 2010 collection. Visit Marc Bouwer on Thursday, February 18th at 9AM EST for a front-row seat to the debut of Bouwer’s stunning collection. Click here for a behind-the-scenes video of the shoot.
Between dressing Victoria’s Secret Angel, Candice Swanepoel, and chatting with the director, Carl Byrd, Bouwer took a moment to speak with POSHGLAM about the inspiration behind his Fall 2010 collection (chocolate!), his affinity for faux fur and the young, sexy starlet he’d love to dress.
POSHGLAM: What was your inspiration for the new collection?
Marc Bouwer: I envisioned a beautiful woman wearing these avante garde clothes walking through a celestial universe and thinking about a past lover. The colors were inspired by a velvet box with a burgundy ribbon that you open up and inside are chocolates in metallic wrappers, hence the jewel tones, the turquoises, purples, burgundies, golds and silvers. Then you unwrap them and there’s this gorgeous, dark chocolate. It’s a rich, sensual experience.
PG: Chocolate and lovers? Sounds perfect. I see metallic is a strong theme in this collection, which is different than what you’ve shown before. In what other ways is Fall 2010 different than your previous collections?
MB: A little more avante garde and futuristic. Fashion is moving in that direction but it’s not just about padded shoulders. It’s all about extending the sleeve—a tight silhouette with explosions in the neck, the sleeves, the hip or the back, in architectural angles. And now that I have three different lines [his eponymous line, the moderately-priced Marc Bouwer GlamIt! and M by Marc Bouwer, a line on QVC], I can afford to be more experimental and spend a little more money with my Marc Bouwer Collection line.
PG: You’re adept at changing with the times and the virtual runway show is an example of that. Why did you choose to host a virtual show instead of a traditional show?
MB: We were the first to have a virtual show because I wanted to give the whole world a front row seat: school kids,
mothers, editors and celebrities. [Traditional shows have] become a celebrity circus and I’m not so concerned about getting celebrities to my show—they wear my clothes. I want everyone to see it.
PG: You’re also a pioneer when it comes to anti-fur activism and I’m really proud of what you’ve accomplished, including your PETA humanitarian award. Fur is a huge trend on the runway this season. How are you combating that and offering an alternative in your collection?
MB: People need to become aware of the process. When animals are killed to make fur, their skin is ripped off of them while they’re still alive and they’re thrown in corners to die. If you want that look, technology has given us a way to recreate it. I have a faux fox jacket in my latest collection. To spread awareness, I always speak out at interviews and to celebrities.
PG: Speaking of celebrities, Beyonce looked gorgeous in your dress at the launch party for ‘Heat.’
MB: Thank you. She’s beautiful. She also wore one of my dresses in Paris.
PG: You’ve dressed so many beautiful ladies: Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Sarah Jessica Parker. What celebrity would you like to dress that you haven’t yet?
MB: I’ve worked with so many. Even the young girls like Taylor Swift and Rihanna. I’d say Megan Fox. And I always wanted to dress Nicole Kidman and finally, I did.
PG: Congratulations! I love Nicole. Well, I’m sure celebrities and editors will fall in love with this new collection. Thank you for speaking with us.
MB: My pleasure, thank you for coming.
Saturday, February 13th, 2010 | Celebs, Fashion, Fashion Week, Haute Press, New York
Christian Siriano Fall 2010
By Jessica
The Christian Siriano runway show is as over-the-top as the designer’s bold on-air personality. A hushed silence falls over the crowd as famous models glide down the runway in dramatic gowns. Famous celebrities cause paparazzi pandemonium as they take their seats in the front row. The Fall 2010 show was no different.
After standing on a long line of editors and fashionistas, I finally got settled in my third row seat just in time for the paparazzi circus surrounding actress, Mena Suvari, model, Veronica Webb, and Amber Rose, the fashionable girlfriend of rapper, Kanye West.
Once the chaos died down, the show opened with a stunning Sessilee Lopez in a leather jacket and skirt belted at the waist and impossibly high heels. The looks that followed were an ode to sophisticated femininity peppered with futuristic flourishes: avante garde meets 60’s Parisian chic. The cocktail dresses, organza blouses and textured skirts found new interest with ruffle and petal details. The color palette was rooted in deep purple, navy and black with vibrant, energizing bursts of fuschia.
The last look, modeled again by Sessilee Lopez, was a theatrical fuschia gown as romantic as it was exquisite. It received a standing ovation from the crowd. My heart stopped beating at the sight of Sessilee in the gown; the image transported me to a parallel Parisian universe of romance, beauty and unbridled passion…until she started to wobble on the tall heels and I was jolted back to reality. Trembling legs aside, the show solidified Siriano as a talented, sophisticated designer who has come along way from the TV show, Project Runway. Fortunately, though, he’ll never leave the drama behind.
Stay fashionable!
Xo
Jessica
Friday, February 12th, 2010 | Fashion, Fashion Week
Fashion Week Sneak Peek: Diego Binetti F/W 2010
By Samantha
This Sunday, Diego Binetti will showcase his Fall/Winter 2010 collection with a presentation at Exit Art. Binetti has been showing at New York Fashion Week since 2001, and we are very fortunate to have a sneak peek into what viewers will get to see at the presentation.
Inspired by the Far East in its culture and ancient landmarks, this collection is luxuriously over the top yet delicately refined made for the Binetti woman that loves to both learn about and wear precious artwork. Each gown takes 3 weeks and 4 seamstresses to create with hand details and couture finishing. Each piece is embellished with beads which Binetti personally picked out at Indian bazaars and the beading is reminiscent of Hoi An, Vietman, full of romantic juxtapositions and innovative classics. The colors range from the bold reds of lost Chinese dynasties to the lush greens of Vietman’s untouched world to darker shades and black representing the colors of the ocean at nightfall. With a perfect mix of prints and bold solids, Binetti’s goal was to make this collection magical, to invite people to see his journeys to the Far East through his creations.
While the gowns are a highlight of Binetti’s work, the collection also includes jewel encrusted wool boucle skirts and cardigans inspired by Kandinsky motifs, draped to the ground, with an imaginative, out-of-the-box vibe. Most of the pieces drape to the ground, expertly tailored to create silhouettes that are literally to die for. As the Binetti woman walks in the designer’s gown, she looks full of passion, culture, intellect and a fresh take on modern day beauty. With this preview sketch from the collection, I cannot wait to see images from the show. And to be able to touch a Binetti dress, that would be an honor.
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