Friday Frills

To laugh is to risk appearing the fool.

To weep is to risk being called sentimental. 

To reach out to another is to risk involvement. 

To expose feelings is to risk showing your true self. 

To place your ideas and your dreams before a crowd is to risk being called naive. 

To love is to risk not being loved in return. 

To live is to risk dying. 

To hope is to risk despair, and 

To try is to risk failure. 

The greatest risk in life is to risk nothing at all and be chained down by things that are certain. 

By risking nothing, you may avoid suffering and sorrow, but you may also not be able to 

learn, feel, change, grow, love and live. 

True freedom is learning how to take a risk.

*Author unknown. Image found via weheartit.com, both edited by me.

London Fashion Week Spring 2013 - Part 2

London Fashion Week
Spring/Summer 2013
Part Two

The second half of the outstanding collections at London Fashion Week. For Part One, see here.

Burberry Prorsum

Palette: A peacock palette of jade, teal, violet, raspberry, taupe, fuchsia, turquoise & blue.

Silhouettes: The traditional Burberry trench gets an overhaul in shiny foil metallics, ombré and lace. Collared shirts and pencil skirts, folded corset tops, retro swimsuits, cocoon coats, capelets, peplum bustier tops, micro shorts and skintight strapless cocktail dresses. 

Textiles: Silk, satin, feathers, leather, lace, plastic, metallics. 

Theme: Metallic Luxe 

Styling: Glossy metallic ankle-strap pumps and sandals, berry-red lipstick and loose waves, coloured rim sunglasses and plastic handbags.

Erdem

Palette: A colour clash of pastels & neons in lemon, powder blue, fluoro pink and orange. 

Silhouettes: Lace sleeves & sheer yokes, fitted sheaths with high round necks, cut-out bustier tops, fabric & print layering, printed pants suits, see-through pockets, full skirts & crop tops.

Textiles: Python leather contrasted by delicate lace, embroidered sheer organza, tulle, 3D floral appliqués, satin, brocade and jacquard. 

Theme: Supernatural Sweetness

Styling: Tied back hair, a matt pink lip, lace gloves, chunky t-bar platforms.

Giles

Palette: Charcoal black, white, gunmetal grey, quartz blue, bronze and beige.

Silhouettes: Perforated pencil dresses cut to look like pieces of broken glass. Ruffle-fold necklines, sharply cut pantsuits, tiered hem skirts, mid-length ballroom gowns.

Textiles: Laser-cut leather in a shattered glass design, silk, crystal embellishings, duchess satin, Pegasus photo prints and feathered patterns.

Theme: A Shattered Rhyme of Dramatic Style

Styling: Mussed up waves, elaborate Stephan Jones hats, shocking pink lips and nails, sunglasses and lace-up brogues in yellow, metallics and stripes.

Roksanda Ilincic

Palette: Sunset oranges, sunflower yellow, cobalt blue, mink, black & white.

Silhouettes: Black and bright pieces of random wavy and geometric shapes are pasted together on slim fit sheath dresses. Long, streamlined shapes, contrast collars, cuffs & waistbands. Tier-hemmed maxis, drop-waist dresses, wide leg-elongating trousers, cardigans, bishop sleeves, see-through plastic gowns, asymmetrical draped dresses.

Textiles: Jersey, knits, tweed, abstract art inspired shapes. 

Theme: Sophisticated Seventies Flare

Styling: Two-tone T-bar strappy pumps by Aldo, naturally styled locks under floppy paperboy hats, large carry bags, rose blushed cheeks and a pale pink lip.

Christopher Kane

Palette: Subtle shades in candied pink, buttercup yellow, white, pale grey, ecru and black. 

Silhouettes: Expertly folded dresses held together by nuts and bolts - inspired by Frankenstein. Floral embossed biker jackets, slick trouser suits, bow adorned frocks, low V-necklines, apron drapes, woven plastic cap ensembles and sheer embellished dresses. 

Textiles: Rubber, plastic, acrylic bolts, silk gazar, leather, crystal beadwork, quilting, black thermo tape and organza.

Theme: A Bolt of Innovation

Styling: Back combed ponytails, buff makeup with lined eyes, spiral wired sandals.

Paul Smith

Palette: Brick red, nectarine, mustard, bottle green, teal, burgundy, grey, black & white.

Silhouettes: Chic separates with masculine tailoring, cropped trousers, voluminous shirtdresses with lace and pleated panels, shorts, buttoned-up shirts, clean cut blazers, lace cuffs, two-tone paneled pants, striped suits and sleeveless caftan dresses.

Textiles: Chiffon, lace, cotton, bold blocks of colour, stripes and abstract floral prints.

Theme: Colour Blocked Boyish Charm

Styling: Tightly wound back hair, mirrored sunglasses, white and yellow leather loafers, ankle-strap pumps, large colour-blocked totes and a vivid red lip.

Micheal van der Ham

Palette: A polychromatic array of shades in ice-cap blue, reds and oranges, navy, minted green, yellow, apricot, lilac, turquoise and plum.

Silhouettes: Ladylike dresses with flaired out skirts in a pastiche of painted fabrics, mixed material skirts diagonally attached in uneven lengths, sheer cap sleeves, layering, collared shirts and deconstructed frocks embroidered with beads.

Textiles: A mishmash of art-inspired and hand painted prints on silk, lace, chiffon, crepe, organza, leather, furry jacquards, brocade, sequins and tulle.

Theme: Cut and Collage

Styling: Long straight locks with Alice bands, a bright red lip and otherwise nude makeup. Ankle-strap pumps were worn in black, cream and turquoise.

Mulberry

Palette: Caramel, spearmint, orange blossom, honeydew, navy blue, black and white.

Silhouettes: Pea & trench coats with oversized collars, printed trouser suits, pleated skirts, wide-leg pants, sweaters, the refined leather biker worn over flowing halter gowns.

Textiles: Gecko and micro floral prints, leather, sequins, lace, tweed, gold flower buttons, jacquard, brocade and floral appliqués.

Theme: A Walk in the English Countryside

Styling: A braided side swept fringe and ponytail, well defined cat-eye and a pink pout. Models walked in strappy sandals and ankle boots and carried the latest Mulberry 'Willow' bag.

Which collection excited you most in the final part of London Fashion Week?

London Fashion Week Spring 2013 - Part 1

London Fashion Week
Spring/Summer 2013
Part One

The first half of my coverage on London Fashion Week. Click on the image for a larger view.

Issa

Palette: An Amazonian rainforest of shades from palm green, pine yellow, mango, cerise and guava pink, violet, black and white.

Silhouettes: Floaty kaftans, mono-toned V-neck and halter strapped evening gowns that are nipped in the waist. Retro shapes, Seventies-style jumpsuits, toucan and flower printed frocks and trouser suits, wrap dresses fit to the floor and cut-outs.

Textiles: Georgette, jersey, cotton, silk, vivid tropical prints painted with florals and birds.

Theme: Tropical Island Glamour
Styling: Multi-strap sandals, chunky gold statement necklaces. Models wore orchids in their hair, which was styled in a high twisted bun. Makeup was flushed with a glossy red lip.

Marios Schwab

Palette: Burgundy, sooty black, ivory, Prussian blue and burnt orange.

Silhouettes: Tribal inspired V-neck dresses adorned with leather strips and metallic fringing, sheer pleated skirts, wide harness belts, lacy inserts, fringed peplums and long-sleeved glittery see-through evening gowns.

Textiles: Honeycomb print, raffia, fringing, cotton, leather, suede, lace and crystals. 

Theme: Warrior Maiden
Styling: Tribal war paint lined under the eyes, pink-blushed cheeks, glossy straightened hair tucked behind the ear and fringed gladiator sandals.

Mary Katrantzou

Palette: A kaleidoscopic blend of inky blue, cyan, forest green, purple, yellow, black, white and opalescent pastels in pink, lemon, mint and blue.

Silhouettes: Two-dimensionals silhouettes with sharpened edges, short bell sleeves, collared shirt dresses, halter necks, A-line skirts, spruced suits in plains and prints, pocket frocks, structured swing tops with pants and billowy free-flowing trapeze gowns.

Textiles: Global postage stamp and banknote digi-prints, brocade, denim, crystal mesh.  

Theme: Stamped in Digital Style

Styling: Hair was firmly pulled back in a knotted style, makeup featured a well-defined eye and nude lip. Heels were multi-coloured wide strap sandals.

Jonathan Saunders

Palette: Burgundy, scarlet, jade, lime green, powder blue, silver, gold, black and white.

Silhouettes: Figure-clinging mini skirts, casual shirts and ombre print trouser ensembles, colour-blocked slip dresses with V-wrap necklines, tailored suits and trench coats worn with bra-tops, side-paneled pants, and shiny sequined party frocks.

Textiles: Silk chiffon, leather, water-drop print, glazed metallics, sequins, chevrons & stripes.

Theme: Seventies Disco Sensibility

Styling: Tousled hair, plum glossed lips and boldly lined eyes. Models wore rounded sunglasses and leather cut-out sandals in neutral shades.

Matthew Williamson

Palette: A range of vivid shades in indigo, navy, saffron orange, aqua, cerulean blue, cerise pink, white and tangerine.

Silhouettes: Indian Holi inspired pieces in chic separates - cropped printed trousers, lightweight blouses, sleek dip-dyed blazers and shorts, slim sheaths and flirty dresses, beautifully draped evening gowns with high slits.

Textiles: Chiffon, silk, leather, prismatic powder blast prints, Tibetan landscape imagery, mirrored embellishments and beaded trims. 

Theme: An Electric Indian Summer

Styling: Ankle strap sandals, long tasseled necklaces, hair buns, a smokey eye and nude lips.

Temperley London

Palette: Crimson red, pale ice blues, cream, white, navy, black and grey. 

Silhouettes: Full flaired skirts, bustier tops overlaid with sheer fabric, halter-neck dresses, straight-fit maxi's, leg-lengthening slacks and jewel encrusted gossamer evening gowns. 

Textiles: Moroccan-mosaic inspired prints, sheer and solid stripes, silk, jacquard, mesh, ribbon embroidery and embellished tulle.

Theme: Crystal Sheer Opulence  
Styling: High bouffants, pink-hued lips, wide-brimed saucer hats with mosquito nets, rounded retro sunglasses and platform heels by Charlotte Olympia.

Peter Pilotto

Palette: A motley mix of yellow, black, white, turquoise, lime, red, orange and aqua.

Silhouettes: Cross-strap bodices, peplum tops, cut-out frocks, cropped jackets, narrow pants, asymmetric wrapped skirts, flared sleeves and flounced hemlines.

Textiles: Superfluity of innovative three-dimensional digital prints bedaubed with beaded embroidery.

Theme: A Plethora of Geometric Prints

Styling: The casual tossed back ponytail, light-toned makeup and strappy tie-up printed sandals by Nicholas Kirkwood.

Antonio Berardi

Palette: Invigorating pink, cobalt blue, grey, turquoise, ivory, black and white. 

Silhouettes: Expertly engineered shapes with strong, sporty lines. Exaggerated peplums with high-low hemlines, halter neck dresses in a patchwork of fabrics, boxy cropped jackets, masculine suits, sleeveless oversized vests, tunics, layering of dresses over skirts and narrow trousers, beautifully beaded evening gowns.

Textiles: Perforated mesh, chiffon, iridescent sequins, Aertex, geometric beading.

Theme: Urbane Architecture

Styling: Hair was worn back in twisted braids, makeup was subtle was a soft pink lip, models walked in cut-out leather heels.

Who's your pick from Part One of London Fashion Week? 
Please stay tuned for the second half of my coverage.

Zara Fall Footwear 2012

Zara Shoe Collection 
Fall 2012

In an ideal world, we would all be able to walk in a pair of Chloe or Isabel Marant winter boots...but until we budget for that, thank goodness for Zara's outstanding and high-fashion fall shoe collection. The renowned Spanish brand brings us the best of the Fall 2012-2013 footwear trends at a reasonable rate. 

This season, every shoe fetish is met from flats to sky-scraping heels, ankle to knee-high boots, glamourous pumps to laid back loafers. Cowboy boots make a comeback with suede fringing and embroidery, while slouchy grunge-inspired ankle boots are buckled and studded in silver and gold. Animal print recurs in a variety of shapes, heels and styles. 

Stilettos hot up for winter with metallic platforms, beaded embellishings and tri-colour courts. Wedge and wide heels are in abundance, providing both comfort and refined style. For the girl on the run, there is a range of enchanting flats - studded moccasins, ballet pumps, velvet slippers and voguish brogues. The autumn palette brings us the basics in black, nude and caramel, with a vibrant serving of brights in fuchsia, cobalt blue and siren red. 

Keep your credit card handy, it will be impossible to leave your Zara store with just one pair.

Embellished Boots

High Fashion Heels

Neutrals and Animal Print

Flat-tering

Biker Ankle Boots

Knee-High Boots

Colourful

All featured footwear are available from Zara online and in selected stores. 
Have you spotted a few pairs to add to your winter wardrobe?


*All images found via Zara.com

Looks of the Week - 15/09/12

The weekly roundup of celebrity style, on and off the red carpet.

Playful Prints

Rose Byrne was in full bloom at the Marc Jacobs runway show, dressed in a green, lilac and red floral embroidered skirt and contrast top from the designer's Resort collection. Her look was accented by a red envelope clutch and nude pumps.
Jamie Chung looked lovely in a purple, pink and orange ombré pencil skirt by Rebecca Minkoff, which she styled with a white vest, snakeskin clutch and nude pointy-toe heels.
Lily Collins charms in a lavish embellished long-sleeved Balmain mini in shades of orange and aqua. She added a pair of bronze Casadei pumps.
Nina Dobrev shows she's no wallflower, posing in an abstract paint-spill printed shorts set by Monique Lhuillier. Her stunning neon orange ankle-strap heels are by Manolo Blahnik.
India de Beaufort picked out an eye-catching turquoise sleeveless blouse and floral mini skirt by Nanette Lepore, along with fuchsia sling-back pumps.

Style Behind The Scenes

Olivia Palermo mixes a few key pieces to create an effortlessly stylish outfit. She wears a vintage khaki jacket with fawn belt, a black draped maxi skirt by Rachel Zoe, a brown leather clutch and two-tone Tibi ankle-strap sandals.

Kate Bosworth is dashing in an ivory Altuzarra frock with with uneven ruffles placed down the bodice and a beige leather belt. A metallic Jewelmint box clutch and black Prada shoes complete her ultra chic look.

Alexa Chung displays her savvy style in a luxe leopard print coat worn over a perforated black maxi dress, with black satin pumps and a white Louis Vuitton bag.

Victoria Beckham wears a black layered skater dress straight off her Spring 2013 runway, accessorized by a leather hexagonal chain-held crocodile clutch and peep-toe ankle boots, also from her collection.

Blues The Word

Emma Watson mixes trends in a sleeveless printed peplum dress, with patterned lace yoke by Erdem. Plain black pumps and a ruby lip complete her outfit.

Mandy Moore was spotted at NY Fashion Week in a floral embroidered pencil skirt, white tee and a royal blue Kelly Wearsler leather biker jacket, which is a great colour spin on an old classic. Black ankle-strap pumps finalize her bluesy look.

Hailee Steinfeld was endearing in a feminine ruffled white blouse and blue digital print shorts by Prabal Gurung. Her wavy designed peep-toe sandals are by Nicholas Kirkwood.

Upcoming designer Whitney Port tries out the fall black-and-blue colour trend in a fitted tank top and draped cobalt maxi skirt by Rebecca Taylor.

The Berry Bunch

Stacy Keibler is alluring in a watermelon pink lace one-shouldered dress with matching narrow belt by Marchesa. Nude Louboutin pumps keep her look grounded.
Emma Stone does coral with confidence, in a delightful minimalist dress by Calvin Klein. Her dazzling neon yellow T-bar cut-out sandals are by Roger Vivier.
Olivia Wilde conveys modern sophistication in a saffron orange A-line dress by Ralph Lauren. Her look is impeccably styled with a black waist-clinching belt, ankle-strap platform sandals and a glossy flouro yellow box clutch.
Nina Dobrev defines daytime elegance in a low-cut cranberry peplum dress by Elie Saab. Nina continues to keep us guessing about her style, adding lavender shaded sandals.

Who is your favourite 'Look of the Week'?

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 - Part 4

New York Fashion Week
Spring/Summer 2013
Part Four

This post marks the conclusion to my New York Fashion Week coverage. Hope that you've enjoyed viewing the collections and trends from the Big Apple. Click on the pics to zoom in.

J. Mendel

Palette: Iced mint, teal, indigo, violet, wicker white, honied peach, tangerine and pink.  

Silhouettes: Gauzy pleated and draped dresses with low V-necklines, decorative floral ruffles laid upon peplums and shoulders, sheer cut-outs, knee-length A-line skirts, fully printed tuxedo suits, exquisite evening gowns with thigh-baring slits.

Textiles: Chiffon, organza, 3D floral appliqués, crepe, florid prints, laced leather & fur. 

Theme: Ladylike Luxury
Styling: Swept back waves, lustrous makeup and rose-kissed lips. Models wore a mix of neutral and bright ankle strap sandals and pointy-toe pumps.

Marchesa

Palette: Sunbeam yellow, saffron, cerise pink, bordeaux, aubergine, white, gold & blue.  

Silhouettes: An Indian inspired extravaganza of looks: draped sari dresses, floaty tiered frocks, embroidered tights, midriff-baring choli tops, cropped panjabi suits with bejewelled necklines, sheer capacious skirts and ethereal white bridal gowns enveloped in tulle.

Textiles: Ornate hand-embroidery, chiffon, silk, tulle, fringing and lace.

Theme: Bollywood Dream Scene: Take One
Styling: Braided upstyles, golden tone makeup, beaded clutch bags & crystal decked sandals.

Calvin Klein

Palette: A simplistic black and white blend with shadings of ivory. 

Silhouettes: Curved and sculpted shapes, conical bras that peeked through body-hugging cocktail dresses, peplums, sexy sheaths, an exaggerated sweetheart neckline, webbed mesh overlays, sheerness, cropped trousers with contrast stripe side panels, black over white layering, three-dimensional strapless folded tops.

Textiles: Satin, leather, twist print mesh, silk gazar, metallic edging.

Theme: Primly Provocative

Styling: Ankle-strap platforms, skinny leather belts, fresh-faced makeup with a subtle pink pout, uncombed wavy hair.

Milly

Palette: Bubblegum pink, luminous yellow, metallic silver, cobalt blue, grey, black and white.
Silhouettes: Athletic fit scuba dresses and body con skirts, colour-blocked bodices, track jackets, ankle-cropped trousers, hooded tops, halter and crew necklines, flirty photo print dresses and transparent rain coats.

Textiles: Tweed, metallic leather, neon piping, organza, silk, neoprene & netted mesh.

Theme: Techni Chic

Styling: Smoothly pulled back ponytails, two-tone ankle-strap pumps & cut-out heels by Manolo Blahnik, slim rectangular zipped clutches, clear goggle glasses & lime-lined eyes.

Ralph Lauren

Palette: Primary shades of black, white, crimson, violet, green and turquoise. 

Silhouettes: South American inspired looks flavored with formal collared shirts & ties, fringed poncho shawls, single-shaded pants suits, maxi dresses, toreador costumes, slim trousers and embellished boleros, colossally ruffled shoulders and figure skimming evening gowns.

Textiles: Blanket stripes, gold embroidery, crochet, tulle, suede, silk, jersey.

Theme: Latin Sophistication 

Styling: Polished, pulled back hair worn underneath berets and panama hats, blush makeup. Accessories included colourful glass beaded necklaces, jewel-drop earrings, neck scarves, chokers, leather and fabric bags, black T-bar and criss-cross sandals.

Proenza Schouler

Palette: An exuberant fusion of lime green, yellow, aqua, red, electric blue, sage, B&W 

Silhouettes: Innovative patch-working of exotic fabrics, oversized square-fitting coats, zip-up skater dresses, belted leather skirts, high halter-necks, sleeveless jackets and dresses in mishmash of fabric strips randomly pieced together.

Textiles: Reptilian skin, silk, jersey, satin, photographic 'people' prints, studded eyelet perforations, glossy leather and neon buttoned embellishings.

Theme: A Digital Collision of Style
Styling: Unkempt hairstyles, light-toned makeup with a soft pink lip, knee-high gladiator heels, leather mules & duo-strap metallic sandals, black neck bands and handheld satchels.

Rachel Zoe

Palette: The essential black and white, peppered with silver-grey, apple green, pearl pink, metallics, mint, poppy orange, rusted red and teal blue.

Silhouettes: Effortlessly chic ensembles with long, lean lines, fluid trousers and pleated maxi skirts, double breasted suits, figure elongating evening gowns, shirt dresses, jumpsuits and shorts, all worn under shoulder-slung blazers.

Textiles: Silk, sequins, leopard print, chiffon, jersey, leather and linen.

Theme: Easy Californian Glamour
Styling: Wide brimmed fedoras over hair with a natural wave, makeup featured a rosy lip and soft hued cheeks. The looks were accessorized by long gold string necklaces, large leather carry-ons, belted fanny-pack bags, sheer boots and high platform heels.

Who is your favourite from Part Four of New York Fashion Week? For a recap of all the previous collections, snap this.

Friday Frills

I choose…
To live by choice, not by chance. 

To make changes, not excuses. 

To be motivated, not manipulated. 

To be useful, not used. 

To excel, not compete. 

I choose self-esteem, not self pity. 

I choose to listen to my inner voice...

And not the random opinion of others.

*Author unknown. Image of Jennifer Lawrence via Glamour.co.uk

New York Fashion Week Spring 2013 - Part 3

New York Fashion Week
Spring/Summer 2013
Part Three

Here is the third part to my NY Fashion Week coverage, where brights and dainty shapes rule. If you missed the first two runway posts, visit here.

Badgely Mischka

Palette: Muted metallics, champagne, pewter, coral, lavender, violet and lilac. 

Silhouettes: Tiered flutter sleeves, peplums, bustiers, floaty capelets, empire waists, ruffled rose bodices and gossamer gowns with tulle overlays and beaded embellishings.

Textiles: Tulle, tweed, organza, lace, jersey, brocade and sequins.

Theme: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Styling: Blush bridal-like makeup, romantic twisted up styles, strappy metallic & T-bar heels

Naeem Khan

Palette: Ultramarine, sky and midnight blue, black and white, sunset orange, bright coral, sunflower yellow and ivory.

Silhouettes: Long flowy kaftans, ethnic inspirations from Morocco, elaborately beaded maxi dresses, mosaic-laid trousers and coats, drapery, asymmetrical and off-the-shoulder necklines and two-tone full-skirted evening gowns.

Textiles: Digital rose, wave and sunset prints, palm patterned embroidery, leather, satin, mosaic appliqués and organza. 

Theme: Globally Infused Glamour

Styling: Flat leather sandals, slicked back middle-part hair, a ruby red lip & strong brow.

Jenny Packham

Palette: Gold, dove grey, citrus yellow, tangerine, black and white.

Silhouettes: Sparkly disco ball mini's, straight fit column gowns with three-quarter sleeves, draped bodices, embellished boleros, floor-sweeping skirts and sheer necklines.

Textiles: Chiffon, sequin paillettes and Swarovski crystals, mesh, floral beading.

Theme: Sixties Screen Siren goes to Vegas
Styling: Glittery Christian Louboutin sandals, clear clutch bags, twisted side-ponytails and a side swept fringe. Makeup featured a deep blue eyeliner and matt coral lips.

Oscar de la Renta

Palette: Polychromatic mix of daffodil yellow, red, navy, grey, cerise, rose petal pink, aquamarine and powder blue.

Silhouettes: Ladylike decadently embroidered day dresses, pantsuits, pencil skirts and peplums, cocktail shorts & chic coats, feathered skirts and strapless ball gowns with a rounded asymmetrical hem. 

Textiles: Latex, leather macramé, lace, stripes, plaid, ruffles, linen, taffeta, tulle, feathered and beaded embellishings, floral appliqués, satin and silk.

Theme: Blurring the Line Between Fun and Fanciful.
Styling: Vivid streaks of yellow, pink, red and blue were swirled into the models beehive hairstyles. Simple makeup with rosy lips. Chunky floral necklaces, earrings and brooches, bejeweled belts, bow-trimmed pumps and bright ankle-strap sandals.

Michael Kors

Palette: Azure blue, grass green, crimson red, canary yellow, navy, black and white

Silhouettes: Sporty, streamlined separates, clean lines and simple shapes jazzed up by bold stripes and broad geometric blocks. Belted trench coats, fitted sweater tops with tailored trousers & shorts, side-zipped necklines on sheaths and slender cut-out gowns.

Textiles: Sky-prints, nautical stripes, sequin paillettes, leather, crepe, zip detailing. 

Theme: Optimistically Chic

Styling: Straightened hair which was clipped at the back, bold green and blue eyeliner with nude lips. Matching bright pointy-toe PVC heels, two-tone ankle strap sandals, hand-held colour blocked handbags, metallic belts, tinted-tech googles.

Sophie Theallet

Palette: Lilac, magenta, mint, fuchsia, teal blue, black, white, russet and saffron.

Silhouettes: Light layering of sheer, contrast colour fabrics, prim collared shirt dresses, wrap cardigans placed over A-line skirts, frayed hems, exposed back zippers, airy evening gowns, V-necks and thigh-high slits.

Textiles: Sheers and knits, silk organza and dragonfly prints. 

Theme: The Contemporary Bohemian
Styling: Multi-hued t-strap sandals and pointy-toe pumps by Manolo Blahnik. Hair was pulled back in a side-parted bun, makeup featured plum smokey eyes and glossy lips.

Who is your favourite from the third round of collections? Please stay tuned for the final chapter of New York Fashion Week.