And the ‘Making of the Ad’:

We first met Hyden Yoo when he launched his collection several years ago and we are amazed how far the line has evolved.  No longer strictly high quality, great fitting woven shirts with a slightly shorter cut than traditional dress shirts, Hyden Yoo is now a full collection of knits, trousers, jackets, and of course, wovens. Yoo describes it as Wall Street meets Brooklyn hipster. We describe it as must have now!!!

Alisha Trimble knocked our sockies off during the Fall / Winter 2008 shows, but it wasn’t until today that we got video we can share. Check out this up and coming designer fresh out of the down and dirty streets of NYC.  She makes some killer dresses that are a will make every night out at the club feel like prom night. You can find her indie goodness at The Dressing Room – 75a Orchard Street between Broome & Grand Streets.

Frida Giannini has won me over completely with her Fall 2008 Ready-To-Wear collection, I am in love with every single stitch, of every single piece. Her sexy, confident style manifested itself this time as a Russian, hippie, rock chick, but one who can afford to look that way luxuriously. Peasant blouses, straight leg hipsters, fringed riding boots, flirty dresses, vests, trench coats, and lots of fur were layered, embroidered, printed, studded and accessorized to the max with gold chains, heart necklaces and pirate-esque belts.

Eight, magnificent, floor trailing dresses were the last pieces to show, some draped goddess style, some with sashes, some printed with feather patterns. The details were pivotal to the collection as well, like the adorable gold and black clutches bearing the Gucci logo, and the studded strappy heels. It was nice to see some color and pattern from a fashion week that was one all black show after another. This collection will definitely make for amazing shopping with its broad range of separates, and unique pieces.

Gucci Fall 2008

Gucci Fall 2008

Gucci Fall 2008

Gucci Fall 2008

Gucci Gown Fall 2008

Gucci Gown Fall 2008

The show was held at the new atelier for Maria in a room that was packed to the walls with a who’s who of hipsterdom. Cory Kennedy was chilling front row.  FORM’s Jerry Tam (who recently became a celebrity when indie mag MetroPop got him to grace their covers) discussed his collections direction and his days as an assistant to GAP’s Patrick Robinson.

Piece after piece came down the runway as the crowd was wowed by an abundance of color with dresses in fuscia, cerelion, and blues.  The geometric shapes breathed real life into this very wearable collection by one of Fashion Indie’s favorite designers.  Also notable where horsehair accessories which added bursts of color and texture to Maria Cornejo Extra’s more traditional black and grey pieces.

Sounds like a sneaky little pr ploy to me, but I appreciate the attention (yes I’m a whore who loves the goodness).  Here’s the message. I guess realizing their explanation, the lack of music wasn’t so bad, but they weren’t sitting in the front row.

“That’s too bad you didn’t enjoy the show – so many many people did. Actually the response has been overwhelming for both of us. We felt since the collection was boiled down to its essence we thought this was a great opportunity to have people focus on the clothes and what better way to do that than by having a show without music. I don’t know about you – but to me backstage – it was kind of beautiful to see 500 fashion people be still and quite and focused for 8 minutes.

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The Duckies”

Malan’s runway was a platform for an expression of garments that women love to wear. Creative vertical lapels for women which looked nearly architectural yet sensual. Sexy black dresses that exhibited a woman’s body to the world topped with the occasional red leather three-quarter inch gloves! Bravo! The only standing ovation for New York under “the tent” so far as I can see it!

I even was almost on my chair wanting to hold my invisible glass up. Spectacular.

This season, suiting played a part in the collection with a plaid piece that brought of a sense of London mod to the mix. As usual, a very solid collection. Hopefully handbags and accessories are next or maybe a maternity line Milla, I’m sure you’ve had some trouble finding vintage wear that would fit your baby bump.

I know Thom Brown has been talked about as “the savior” of mens fashion, but his collection is just plain stupid. Fine, the simpler pieces may make sense and yes I can’t deny his amazing ability to make a wonderfully tailored jacket, but the high-water flood pants and bermuda suits this dude is pushing out are just ridiculous.  Who wears this stuff besides Thom and his models?

Also noted is the model in the feather jacket.  What the f*ck is that thing and why would anyone in their right mind ever wear it?  I’ve met Thom before and as much as I love who he is in person his collection of unwearable, prissy wear is just plain silly.  Hate to say it, but where are we without a little bit of honesty. Remember Indies, just because something is “different” from the norm, doesn’t mean it’s good fashion.

P.S. If you do choose to expose your pasty ankles and knees, please apply some of that tanning lotion or get a tan. No one wants to be blinded by your UV free wobblers.

[Photos courtesy of Paper Mag]

Check out the photo’s below courtesy of Paper Mag (Mr. Mickey I still haven’t forgot about your BASHING. It’s festering buddy so be ready.)

In her typical upper-east side meets 60s chic, Tory Burch kept her Fall 08 collection true to her typical style. Her party, however was a whole other back bend.

Held at Christie’s with The Fug Girls who put it accurately when they said there was drama. Burch’s ex- Lance Armstrong was in attendance and seemed to distract the usually calm and collected Burch a bit. The close-knit crowd was utterly thrilled with her smart collection and friend Aerin Lauder and others were in attendance at the sumptuous show. Between the crowd, the healthy looking models, the champagne and the vibrant clothing and party drama, this party was New York delicious!

Lance Armstrong was his handsome (also see. shaddy) self.  The overall feeling in the room was to avoid the film crews, as it seemed everyone was being interviewed, and not to make too much fuss over the high profiles celebutants standing on your toes.  Did I mention that the show was composed of having the models standing on a platform on one side of the room? It was a very artistic way to display the show and also maintain the flow of champagne!

[photos courtesy of Glam]

The scene

Thakoon’s Fall 2008 collection proved once again that Thakoon Panichgul knows how to add some intrigue and mystery to a season that has been if anything but exciting.

I’m loving those sheer tights! Three words to describe this collection: crazy, sexy, cool. Fabulous combination of garments and fabrics. Thakoon is fearless when it comes to using patterns- flores, stripes, plaid.

The accessories absolutely add an extra something to theses outfits. The black leather gloves give it a punk rock look to “redefined silhouettes” of skirts and dresses. I guess opposites DO attract.

[Images Courtesy Style.com]

- Arin Crumley

Designer Swaim Hutson showed that he has come a long way from his roots as a designer of a rock and roll collection. The presentation last night for Obedient Sons & Daughters proved why Hutson was named one of the top menswear designers in America last week by GQ and the CFDA.

The collection for men, and now women showed us what the future can look like- a blend of traditional menswear fabrics and silhouettes – wool continental jackets, pinstripe woven shirts– with hunting elements such as riding jackets, hunting trousers with patched knees, and neck ties all styled and cut with a rock and roll attitude. the collection’s connections to the music scene are still apparent– the clothes still had a cutting edge that would suit any rock star– leather MC jackets, pointy boots, and a surprising brocade smoking jacket that was reminiscent of Chinese waiter uniforms from the 70s..

The girls looked sexy in a feminized version of the menswear. Shorts worn with blazers or tuxedo jackets and sexy woven shirts looked just right for now. Windowpane plaid full trousers looked super sexy with mohair gloves. As a styling element, we are loving the ribbon bow ties worn by both men and women throughout the show.

James Coviello in one sentence. Former hat designer for Anna Sui decides to head into design in 2001 and produces a collection that shouldn’t be missed by bringing out unique ready to wear which compliments his off the top dapper caps.

To be completely honest, this was an extremely refreshing show from a group of designers that have really surpassed my initial expectations with a collection that was a fresh, inspiring, wearable and a must have for any one looking for a little more glam for their everyday.  Their hues we’re perfect for the New York woman looking for a bit of color to liven up her fall wardrobe. Why these designers didn’t win the recent CFDA award is still a mystery, but this collection definitely shows that even with out all the glamour they still have the glitz.

Threeasfour Fall 2008

Threeasfour Fall 2008