Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week began on Thursday in New York where some of the biggest designers began showcasing their fall/winter 2014 collections. The Lincoln Center, which serves as the central hub for this event, is filled with fashion gurus and celebrities alike. Ready or not designers have already got your fall/winter trends picked out for next year.
Here are my thoughts on what has come down the runway thus far.
Day 1:
The red dress show has become a traditional kickoff to New York Fashion Week since 2002. Thursday evening instead of models, actresses and performers walked the runway in red dresses. Many designers, including Zac Posen and Carolina Herrera, contributed these red dresses specially for this show to raise awareness of women battling heart disease.
So far we have seen many designers sticking with muted neutral colors for the most part. Asymmetrical seems to be a rather common theme. Models sported long layered looks by BCBG, Nicholas K, and more. Nicholas K had a predominantly black and white collection with a grungy feel models walking the runway in black combat boots. Leather and fur were seen as accents throughout the collection. Raoul’s collection was comprised largely of muted colors with an emphasis on structure and texture. Creatures of the Wind’s, Shane Gabier and Christopher Peters, used a wider range of color. Most of the collection seemed to take on a boxy feel and consisted of long, slightly oversized pieces. Tadashi Shoji had a romantic collection of evening wear. Bold colors including reds and purples were used to creating an elegant feel.
Day 2:
Kate Spade, Jason Wu, Rebecca Minkoff and Trina Turk were among the many to show their collections on Friday. Trina Turk brought color to the table, a refreshing change from the popular muted colors. Models were sent down the runway wearing a multitude of patterns. Models also wore a selection of newsboy hats. Jason Wu had a collection that emphasized purple, in many shades. Silky textures were also prominent in his show. Rebecca Minkoff had a very versatile combination of pieces, but all with a sort of boyfriend style.
Day 3:
The morning started off with Ruffian, Lacoste and Jill Stuart to name a few. Ruffian’s collection was a culmination of religious silhouettes and rich fabrics. Full skirts in soft colors and floral patterns offered a nice contrast to the collection. Clean lines and simplicity were the major themes in the Lacoste collection.
Shows will continue through Feb. 13