Nomia Fall 2010

The night before fashion week officially started, I ventured out in the snow to the Gen Art “New Garde” Fresh Faces in Fashion presentation, featuring four up and coming fashion lines Nomia, WesFeld, Gar-de, and Sophomore. Each collection had it’s own showcase area and style on two floors, allowing revelers to wander, mingle, and take pictures at their leisure. Host Molly Sims spoke to an excited crowd about the Gen Art organization and Plastics Make It Possible.

Nomia, based in Williamsburg and designed by Yara Flynn, was presented on the first floor with a rotating cast of models that periodically moved from pedestal to pedestal.  The collection of  wearable dresses and separates with an edge featured mostly blacks and greys, with a touch of metal. I loved the white, metallic shouldered one sleeved dress, mesh legged pants, and the grey dress with the triangular cut out below the collar.

WesFeld American Couture Fall 2010

WesFeld, helmed by designers Daniel Feld and Wesley Nault, who met as contestants on Project Runway season 5 presented their American Couture collection, supported by beating out over 160 other designers to win a contest by “Plastics Make It Possible. Their highly textured collection, inspired by water and nature, was made using plastic-based materials and fabrics.

Gar-de Fall 2010

Gar-de (pronounced Gard) by design director Ling Cheung again featured models on pedestals wearing a fairly dark  bold and chich collection inspired by menswear but maintaining a feminine sensibility, and constructed with mixed materials. Highlights included the grey two tone pants paired with an almost tank-like vest, the luxe oversized slouchy sweaters , the grey cape-like coat and the black motorcycle jacket combinations.

Sophomore Fall 2010

Sophomore, a retro-inspired streetwear line by Madeline Von Froomer and Chrissie Miller (daughter of cult astrologist Susan Miller of Astrologyzone.com) attacked their presentation very differently, staging a photo shoot where models, a stylist and photographer, went on with their business while the crowd looked on. The cheeky easy basics collection contained statement t-shirts, high-waisted booty shorts, bustier sundresses and other relaxed casual separates.

Whitney Port & Roxy Olin Filming MTV's "The City"

Amongst all the craziness of the event, I spotted some celebrities in the crowd, like Simon Van Kampen and Alex McCord of Bravo’s Real Housewives Of New York, former Project Runway contestants Kenley Collins and Stella Zotis, Natasha Galinka from Cycle 8 of America’s Next Top Model, and Whitney and Roxy from MTV’s The City (who were actually filming during the event. I will likely end up in the background of a bunch of scenes!)

Yestadt Millinery Fall 2010

I went down to The Wooly, a special little cocktail spot on the ground floor of the historic Woolworth building to check out the Fall/Winter 2010 presentation of Yestadt Millinery. Fresh off their custom collaborations with Vena Cava and Thom Browne for their Fall 2010 Runway shows, Yestadt Millinery brought their chic sensibility to the table (or should I say wall?)  with styles reminiscent of American pioneers.

Yestadt Millinery Fall 2010

Designer Molly Yestadt does a fantastic job of tying classic elements of style together, while maintaining a modern vibe by using more whimsical and colorful elements than we might have seen on similar styles in the era that inspired the pieces. The effect is obviously resonating with buyers and of the moment designers, with Yestadt hats popping up in stores from Anthropologie, Bblessing, and Henri Bendel, and the runway of Marc by Marc Jacobs.

Yestadt Millinery Fall 2010

Illustrating that they’re not some stodgy old Grandpa hat company, check out the video lookbook for the Fall/Winter 2010 collection below. The bangin’ (and kinda dirty) hip-hop inflected soundtrack projects the youthful point of view of this young company. Kinda makes me want to put on a gold turban and a classy camel coat and take to the streets, just me and my ipod, bangin’ like I’m granny-fresh. Golden Girls doing a backspin.

New York Fashion Week 2010 Nanette Lepore

There was something about Nanette Lepore’s Fall 2010 color palette, use of velvet, sweeping skirts and chunky coats that reminded me of the 60s, the psychedelic rock scene to be specific. Style.com’s review states Lepore’s color inspiration being from a Renaissance painting but bumped up. The colors may be Renaissance-inspired but the collection design feels otherwise. It was a very consumer-friendly collection in the sense that it wasn’t at all conceptual but still very fashion forward. There were plaid pieces and scrolling leaf print in addition to the variety of textures. What’s amazing is how well it all worked together while not looking like a mess of vintage resale finds trying to recreate something that should stay well in the past. A majority of the actual garments design took the form of surplus dresses, drop-waist tunics and knitwear.

New York Fashion Week 2010 Nanette Lepore: Oversized printed tweed sportcoat and dark green velvet jumpsuit

New York Fashion Week 2010 Nanette Lepore: Plaid wrap top and navy dress over open-knit long sleeve top

Besides the prominent feature of velvet, the bead work on a number of pieces were notable, as well as the use of shiny gold and brown pailettes all over long sleeve tops and mini skirts. The collection had a lot more to offer with functional outerwear than most designers have this past fashion week. Coats came in chunky tweeds, metallic leather with shearling trim and draped wool. Even short sleeveless dresses seemed to have the ability of retaining warmth from shaggy, scarf-like necklines. Some may notice some similar elements between this Fall collection and Lepore’s last one but fortunately it doesn’t feel like a repeat.

New York Fashion Week 2010 Nanette Lepore: Printed dress under satin jacket with quilting and gold pailette dress under dark sage army-inspired jacket

New York Fashion Week 2010 Nanette Lepore: Ladylike looks

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The good people over at M·A·C were kind enough to share their facecharts from the Fall 2010 shows during New York Fashion Week. Today’s facecharts include: Isaac Mizrahi, Paris68, and Tommy Hilfiger, whose shows took place on Thursday, February 18th.

Isaac Mizrahi

M·A·C artist, Val Garland described the look at Isaac Mizrahi as “Siberian winter storm. We wanted the girls to look frosty, as if they had been caught in a snowy wind.” M·A·C Select Cover-Up Concealer and Careblends Essential Oil were blended together and applied to the skin. Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder was dusted onto the skin to set foundation. Cream Colour Base in Pearl was brushed along cheekbones for contour. Garland applied Eye Shadow in Vanilla over the eyelid and into the crease of the eye. Select Cover-Up Concealer was then applied to the lashes and brows to mute their natural color. Lip Pencil in Soar and Oak were blended together and smudged onto the lip, while Powder Blush in Tenderling was applied onto the lip for a soft, matte finish.

Paris68

“The look is inspired by the collection, strong thoughtful browns and rich metallics-it’s a nod to great alternative bands of the 80’s.” Says M·A·C artist, Chantel Miller of the look at Paris68. M·A·C Face and Body Foundation and Strobe Liquid were blended together and applied to the skin. Eye Shadow in Nylon were applied to the highest point of the cheekbone (in the shape of an upside down L) to highlight. M·A·C Mascara X in Black X were applied to top and bottom lashes. Powerpoint Eye Pencil in Grey Utility was applied to the inner waterline and Lip Treatment was dabbed onto the eyelid using the fingertips. Miller then applied Lip Conditioner SPF 15 onto the lip to moisturize.

Tommy Hilfiger

For the look at Tommy Hilfiger, M·A·C artist, Diane Kendal gave models dewy skin and windswept cheeks. Said the artist, “It’s collegiate and prep-dewy skin and windswept cheeks, as if the girls have been running.” M·A·C Studio Sculpt SPF 15 Foundation was applied to the face for a lighter coverage. Lipstick in Russian Red and Diva were blended and applied to the apple area of the cheek. Kendal then applied M·A·C Eye Kohl in Powersurge and M·A·C Pro Cream Colour Base in Dark Brown and blended into the eyelid and under the lower lash line. Studio Finish Skin Corrector in Deep Brown was blended into the eyelid and under the lower lash line. Creme Liner in Black was penciled along the top of the lash line and the outer corner of the eye. Gloss Texture was dabbed and blended below the lower lash line. Lastly, Kendal applied Lipstick in Cunning over the entire lip.

“OPI was thrilled to walk the runway with these two designers for Fall 2010’s New York Fashion Week. Both Rebecca Taylor and Jason Wu presented gorgeous collections that were well received by the press.” Said Suzi Weiss-Fischman, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “No small detail went overlooked in Rebecca’s collection, and OPI My Private Jet (a luxurious, deep black with a hint of sheen) perfectly complimented her sweet, yet edgy looks.”

Designer Jason Wu (most known for dressing First Lady, Michelle Obama), teamed up with TSE, for a limited edition capsule collection consisting of luxe cashmere pieces. To accompany the line, OPI Sand In My Suit (a frosted nude) was hand picked by Wu to match the glowing, luminescent look of the models’ makeup.

Added Weiss-Fischmann, ” It was wonderful to see how Jason brought his aesthetic to TSE and rounded out his collection with the classic, minimalist elegance of Sand In My Suit. Since many OPI shades are inspired by fashion and trends, it’s always a pleasure to see that inspiration reflected on the runway.”

For more information on OPI’s My Private Jet and Sand In My Suit, visit www.opi.com.

Jason Wu For TSE and OPI Sand In My Suit

Rebecca Taylor and OPI My Private Jet

The good people over at M·A·C were kind enough to share their facecharts from the Fall 2010 shows during New York Fashion Week. Today’s facecharts include: Jeremy Scott and Proenza Schouler, whose shows took place on Wednesday, February 17th.

Jeremy Scott

M·A·C artist, Val Garland describes the look at Jeremy Scott as “EXTREME fashion; reminiscent of the 90’s supermodel. Lips and eyeliner overdrawn to the max.” (Something I can definitely appreciate!) M·A·C Face and Body Foundation was applied to the entire face, while Sculpting and Shaping Powder was applied to the cheekbones to contour. Garland then applied M·A·C Eye Shadow in Vanilla and Pro Pigment in White onto the eyelid. A thin line of Eye Pencil in Ebony and Fluidline in Blacktrack were applied below the lower lash line and along the crease of the eyelid (winged out and connected to the outer corner of the eye). Eye Shadow in Carbon was then layered over the liner to set. Garland pressed Lip Erase in Dim into the center of the lip with the fingertip to mute natural lip tone. Lip Pencil in Stripdown was drawn just outside of the natural lip line for a fuller mouth. Lipstick in To Pamper (available in Fall ‘10) was then washed over the entire lip.

Proenza Schouler

M·A·C artist, Diane Kendal wanted “early 90’s grunge” for the look at Proenza Schouler- “moisturized face and a statement lip”. M·A·C Studio Finish Concealer was applied where needed while Blot Powder was used to set foundation and give skin a matte finish. Studio Finish Concealer in NC30 was applied to the cheekbones (for contour) using a #190 brush. Cream Colour Base in M·A·C Pro Dark Brown was applied underneath the eye, into the crease of the eyelid and at the top of the lash line, and blended with a #252 brush. Gloss Texture was then dabbed onto the eyelids. Lipstick in Charred Bed and Eye Shadow in Carbon were blended together and applied, with heavier intensity toward the center of the lip.

Alexa Chung For Madewell

About a month ago, we told you fashion darling and now former MTV host Alexa Chung would be designing a collection for the J. Crew Group’s recently revived acquisition brand Madewell.  With friends like Pixie Geldof and Daisy Lowe in tow, to a throng of revelers Alexa presented this collection during New York Fashion Week at the Bowery Hotel.

Alexa Chung For Madewell

Cute, flirty styles that look like they’ve fallen right out of Alexa’s closet dominate the relaxed but put together collection. If you’re a fan of a half city-half prairie girl look, the collection’s comfy cardigans, velvety shorts and tops, youthful farmer overalls, striped cotton tops and perfect pants will be right up your alley. The collection hits Madewell stores in August 2010.

Alexa Chung For Madewell

Attendees of the event received a cute little “weird bag”  (As Alexa penned in a note within) satchel on the way out that contained some English candies, a pen and notepad, and a fortune telling fish. I just tried mine out, and it did not move – which according to the chart on the package means I’m tired. Smart fish!

The good people over at M·A·C were kind enough to share their facecharts from the Fall 2010 shows during New York Fashion Week. Today’s facecharts include: Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera, Donna Karan, Rad Hourani, and Halston, whose shows took place on Monday, February 15th.

Zac Posen

To create the look of “youth and freedom” for Zac Posen, M·A·C artist, Stephane Marais applied M·A·C Face and Body Foundation over the entire face while Studio Finish Skin Corrector was dabbed on where needed.  Cream Colour Base in Shell was then applied to the center of the cheekbone. Using a M·A·C #239 brush, Marais smudged Eye Pencil in Smolder around the waterline of the eye. Creme Liner in Black and Mixing Medium Water Base was used to create horizontal stokes in the crease of the eyelid and the same below the eye with heavier strokes in the center. Studio Fix Lash mascara in Black Fix was then applied to top and bottom lashes. Lipstick in Hipster was blotted all over the lips with Dubonnet layered over the top (onto the center of the mouth).

Carolina Herrera

M·A·C artist, Diane Kendal described the look at Carolina Herrera as, “Biba and Sarah Moon. Late 70’s opulent; dark purples and deep reds.” Kendal applied Face and Body Mixing Medium to the entire face and used Blot Film to remove any excess shine. Mineralize Foundation SPF 15 was layered over the Mixing Medium with a dusting of Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder to set. M·A·C Lip Pencil in Night Moth was blended along the rim of the eye and the crease of the eyelid. M·A·C Pro Eyeshadow in Indian Ink was swept across the crease of the eyelid and around the upper and lower lash line. Eye Shadow in Vibrant Grape and Mineralize Eye Shadow Duo in My Dark Magic (available in Fall ‘10) was then layered onto the eyelid and crease of the eye.  Kendal topped the look off with Zoom Mascara in Zoomblack and Lipglass in Docile (available in Fall ‘10).

Donna Karan

The look at Donna Karan according to M·A·C artist, Charlotte Tilbury, was “very film noir: porcelain skin, deep red lips; dramatic and cinematic.” M·A·C Face and Body Foundation was applied to the entire face and Select Cover-Up Concealer was applied where needed. Lip Treatment was dabbed along the cheekbones for highlight. Pro Cream Colour Base in Airforce Blue was applied to the crease of the eyelid, with a touch of Lip Treatment on top for added shine. Eye Kohl in Fascinating and Eye Pencil in Fleshtone were penciled into the waterline of the eye. Tilbury lined the lips to give precise definition with Lip Pencil in Cherry. A blend of Ruby Woo lipstick and M·A·C Pro Lipmix in Burgundy were brushed on for depth and texture.

Rad Hourani

“The collection is about androgyny and unisex, so we created a face that reflects this,” says M·A·C artist, Hung Vanngo about the look at Rad Hourani. To moisturize and refresh the skin, Vanngo applied M·A·C Fast Response Eye Cream below the eye. Studio Sculpt SPF 15 Foundation was applied for a smooth, matte finish. Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder was then dusted over the top to set. Eyes were minimal with only Studio Sculpt SPF 15 Foundation brushed through the lashes with a mascara wand. M·A·C Lip Erase in Dim or Pale was applied to the lip to mute the natural color.

Halston

M·A·C artist, Lisa Butler described the look at Halston as, “sophisticated, sculpted, and well defined- using creamy textures to create a natural yet intense face.” M·A·C Full Coverage Foundation and Strobe Cream were blended together  and applied for a sheer finish. Paint Pot in Quite Natural and Blushcreme in Brit Wit were washed over the cheekbones for contour. Pro Cream Colour Base in Madly Magenta was applied through the cheekbones and temples to highlight the face. The artist then applied Eye Kohl in Teddy to the inner corner of the eye, with Paint Pot in Quite Natural brushed on to the eyelid and blended toward the brow. Zoomfast mascara in Zoomblack was then brushed through the top and bottom lashes. Lips were kept nude with a combination of Lip Pencil in Spice, Lip Conditioner, and Lipglass in Jealous, to give the mouth a naked sheen.

The good people over at M·A·C were kind enough to share their facecharts from the Fall 2010 shows during New York Fashion Week. Today’s facecharts include: Juan Carlos Obando, Herve Leger, Diane Von Furstenberg, and Erin Fetherston, whose shows took place on Sunday, February 14th.

Juan Carlos Obando

“It’s very contemporary- a jewelry- toned eye and beautiful, flawless skin, so the girls look their best but still THEMSELVES”. Says M·A·C artist, Fulvia Farolfi of the looks at Juan Carlos Obando. M·A·C Face and Body Foundation was applied to the entire face for a sheer finish. Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder was dusted over the top to set. For contouring, Farolfi brushed on Powder Blush in Fleur Power , Prism, or Mocha. Pearlglide Intense Liner in Black Line (available April 2010) was smudged into the eye lid and lower lash line.  Lips stayed natural wearing nothing but M·A·C Lip Conditioner.

Herve Leger

M·A·C artist, Lisa Butler created a look for Herve Leger that was, ” All old-school glam: Sharp, sophisticated, and strong to compliment the collection.”  M·A·C Full Coverage Foundation and Strobe Cream were blended together to produce a sheer coverage on models’ faces. Cream Colour Base in Tint, Dusk (Pro only), and Fawntastic were applied to the inner brow corner while Technakohl Eye Liner in Plank lined the lower lash line. Lipstick in Lady Danger was brushed on  inside the natural lip line for an angular shape.

Diane Von Furstenberg

With a strong, moody emphasis on the eyes, M·A·C artist, James Kaliardos describes his look for Diane Von Furstenberg as, “Pulled from Studio 54 (which is quite fitting for the designer): 70’s winged eye, sexy, iridescent-like a goddess.” Eyes were a medley of  M·A·C Pro Creme Liner in Black and Pro Pigment in Corn Flower (brushed out from the inner corner on the upper lash line using a #213 brush). Pro Pigment in Steel Blue was then brushed out from the inner eye corner on to the lower lash line. Pro Glitter in 3D Silver was layered over the pigment in the inner corner of the eye. To line the lower rim of the eye, Kaliardos applied Eye Kohl in Smolder and added a healthy dose of Zoom Lash Mascara in Zoomblack.  Lips “disappeared” with M·A·C Pro Lip Erase in Dim.

Erin Fetherston

For the looks at Erin Fetherston, M·A·C artist, Lucia Pica “wanted the girls to look like they had been running. Flushed, glowing skin and stained lips.” Careblends Essential Oils was massaged into models’ skin, while M·A·C Mineralize All-Over Lotion and Studio Moisture Tint Foundation was blended together and applied to the face for a dewy effect. Lipstick in Kittenish (available in Fall ‘10) was dabbed onto the cheeks with fingertips for a natural, sheer finish. Lipstick in The Prowl (available in Fall ‘10) was sheerly applied to the eyelid with a #217 brush (for a shiny texture). M·A·C Lip Conditioner was then dabbed into the inner corners of the eye to highlight. Lips featured highly anticipated shade , Kittenish, which was sparingly applied to the inner lip.

The good people over at M·A·C were kind enough to share their facecharts from the Fall 2010 shows during New York Fashion Week. Today’s facecharts include: Costello Tagliapietra, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, and Jason Wu, whose shows took place on Friday, February 12th.

Costello Tagliapietra

Rock maven, Courtney Love was the muse behind the looks at Costello Tagliapietra. M·A·C artist, Lisa Butler created “translucent, clean, pale skin with a strong red mouth.” Models showed off gleaming skin which was amplified by a touch of M·A·C Studio Moisture Tint and Strobe Cream. Eyes were left COMPLETELY bare and Ms. Love’s signature red pout was recreated with lipliner (slightly overdrawn at the lower lip line) in Redd and lipstick in M·A·C’s cult favorite, Russian Red.

Preen By Thornton Bregazzi

M·A·C  artist, James Kaliardos created a “romantic yet futuristic” look for the models at Preen. Says the artist, “The colors of the collection inspired the face-natural tones, with mauve, pinks, and lavender.” M·A·C Studio Moisturecover Concealer was applied to the nose, eyelids, and under the eyes for a satin finish. Blot Powder and Mineralize Skinfinish Natural was brushed on to control shine as well as contour. Eyes were a medley of winged out color which included: Pink Freeze, Beautiful Iris, and Quite Spoiled (a new addition arriving in Fall ‘10). For lips, the artist applied M·A·C Pro Cream Colour Base in Pink, dabbed onto the center of the mouth.

Jason Wu

According to M·A·C artist, Lucia Pieroni, the look at Jason Wu was “fresh faced and boyish-natural luminescence with a magical, metallic eye.”  M·A·C Select Cover-Up Concealer (applied only where needed) and Strobe Cream were used for a luminous, naked look. M·A·C Pigment in Golden Lemon was applied wet to the eyelid using Fix+ spray to activate the color. Pro Pigment in White was then pressed into the center of the eyelid. Finally, a touch of M·A·C Glitter in Reflects Gold was added to the center of the eyelid. Lips were practically bare, using only M·A·C Lip Conditioner, which was matted  to create a natural, wintery lip.