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Patched
Denim gets the patchwork treatment for Spring, and the look is clean and fresh. Using varying shades of indigo, designers have created new patterns for sportswear inspired looks. Phillip Lim mixed...
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The Japanese Art of Shibori
The Japanese art of Shibori is a method of dyeing, in which the cloth is bound, stitched, twisted or folded to create patterns. Modern interpretations of this process were seen on the runways, often in...
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Check It Out
Checks showed up everywhere for Spring, in all shapes and sizes. Black and white ruled the runway, and the checkerboard led the pack. Louis Vuitton set the stage for the checkerboard’s comeback,...
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Life Is A Circus
Designers showed wildly patterned clothing this season, creating the image of a fashionable circus. Bold prints were mixed and mismatched in bright colors. Aquilano Rimondi featured black and white...
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Setting the Record Straight
The internet is buzzing about whether or not Jennifer Lawrence’s dress actually ripped as she stepped on stage to receive her SAG award last night. The Christian Dior gown, fresh off the runways of...
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Dreaming the Dream
Yesterday was a day of contrasts. Earlier in the day, I participated in a live chat on Huffpost Live with Christian Siriano, the fashion designer who was catapulted to fame after winning Project...
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Put Your Best Foot Forward
It’s fashion week here in New York,and that means it’s time to break out your most impractical, outrageous and uncomfortable shoes. Yes, the sky is the limit for heel height, and the more extreme, the...
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Coming Full Circle
Femininity abounds next fall, with soft swingy skirts taking center stage. Full, voluminous circle skirts made their appearance from some of the most sophisticated and influential designers. Retro...
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Word
Words are making a big statement in the fashion world, with everything from tee shirts to outerwear emblazed with typographic treatments. London designer Ashish sequined his doomsday slogan tops, and...
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The Right to Be Exclusionary
Much has been written in the last few weeks about Abercrombie + Fitch, and their outspoken and elitist CEO Mike Jeffries. The backlash stems from a story posted on Salon.com several years ago, which...
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It’s All In The Details: Tassels
This season, we are seeing a return to the humble trim. Tassels are adorning everything from clothing, accessories and even swim suits. The vibe ranges from ethnic to homemade, as rows of tassels give...
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