Three inches of snow on the ground, not even Spring yet and here we are at NYFW Fall 2010! While I can’t actually be in NYC for the shows, I love looking at all the upcoming designs. So far I have noticed a few trends emerging, minimalism, draping, nudes and blacks,and some grunge reminiscent of my middle school years.
Chado Ralph Rucci
The attention to detail is Chado’s collection is beyond amazing.
Cushnie et Ochs
Lots of luxurious draping in this beautiful collection.
Christian Siriano
Siriano won Project Runway for a reason…he knows how to design for the female aesthetic. With all the ruffles and draping, his collection is absolutely stunning! Surprisingly (or, well not) the collection didn’t get good reviews from fashion critics because it was too ‘vanilla’.’ What can I say, I am a classics kind of gal!
Yigal Azrouel
I love the architectural cuts in the collection and the menswear inspired looks.
Jason Wu
My favorite collection so far!
Ruffian
Ah polka dots, you steal my heart every time!
Doo.Ri
Simplistic, but stunning in execution.
Bensoni
Okay, okay I lied, Bensoni is my favorite of the day. While critics claim the collection was nothing ‘special,’ I could envision myself donning the majority of these beautiful pieces. Apparently beautiful, classic lines are not acceptable in high fashion anymore. That’s okay, I still love them!
All images courtesy of STYLE.COM
When:
February 13th, 2010
Where:
Snowball fightin’ and going to see the movie ‘Valentine’s Day’ Cliche, yes? The movie was oh so cute though, but I gotta admit it was most definitely a chick flick! You can’t go wrong with a movie with McDreamy AND McSteamy 
What:
Jeans – 7 for All Mankind
Boots – UGGlies
Sweater – Express
Tank – GAP
Necklace – F21
Sunnies – COACH
When:
February 12th, 2010
Where:
Work, staff breakfast, Zumba…now playing in the snow! Us southerners FREAK out when the white stuff falls from the sky, and I don’t think I have ever seen it happen twice in two weeks. I just wish it would happen during the week instead of on the weekends, it’s no fun being trapped in the house. I also came home to this wonderful early Valentine’s Day present:
What:
Cardigan and Sweater Tee – J.Crew
Jeans – 7 for All Mankind
Boots – Steve Madden
Necklace – F21
Hat – American Eagle (from when I worked there over 10 years ago!)
Gloves – Target
Happy Weekend!
When:
February 10th, 2010…first day of NYC Fashion Week!!
Where:
Work. Randomness of the day: hubby and I call each other pookers (embarrassing, no?) and this morning when I put this skirt on he called me Pooker Dots.My husband the comedian.
What:
Skirt – Thrifted, Goodwill
Turtleneck – Express
Tights – HUE
Shoes – dollhouse
Necklace – F21
In other fashion news, the fashion industry lost a great fashion icon and designer today. RIP Alexander McQueen, you will be missed!
When:
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
Where:
Work and getting blown all over the Queen City! This is what my hair looks like after 25 mph wind gusts while waiting on the bus.
What:
Long Sleeve T – GAP
Pants – Express
Sweater – an oldie from NY&Co
Shoes – Naughty Monkey
Necklace – F21
