NYFW: Organic by John Patrick









john patrick says she is the "chicest schoolteacher on the prairie". that is exactly what this looks like. i love the layers and the button up shirts and dresses paired with blazers and chunky sweaters. the mix of prints, from florals to plaid, makes for very interesting combos. the black knee highs with pastel dresses give the looks a little more edge. the coolest thing about this line is that it is organic and sustainable, making faux fur from wool and not from synthetics. they know where their fabrics are coming from and have succeeded in making sustainable fashionable.

NYFW: Nicholas K




cant say grunge isn't back. cant say i don't like it.

NYFW: M.Patmos









after lutz & patmos split up last year, marcia patmos went out on her own and this is her first presentation with m.patmos. just like last fall, there is an emphasis on sweater dressing. it is a great way to layer and add warmth in the fall when it hasn't gotten cold enough for coats. there are some really cool attributes to this line. first, she used a japanese machine to create a pullover with only one thread. there are no seems and therefore, has not wasted fabric. another alpaca top was made by a bolivian woman's art collective. it is great to be sustainable and support groups such as this one. i love how big the knits are, but it never looks too bulky. the grays and browns mix great together.

NYFW: Lyn Devon










love love love love love! everything is so wearable, but so unique. i love the different variations of the same dot print. it sort of reminds me of the fun angela adams prints. the color palette is simple, black and white with bright yellow and purple. the pieces are so classic and so modern at the same time. the looks make me think of audrey hepburn or other sweet 60s outfits. the shapes are flattering and the sheer skirts give it a little more sexiness.

NYFW: Jenni Kayne









i was not crazy about this show. it didn't have anything that blew me away or was very new or different. what i did like about it was the mix of silk, lingerie-inspired pieces in bold jewel tones paired with knits, from chunky to thin. also, i don't love the shoes, but if they are suppose to resemble slippers than i get it.

NYFW: Gary Graham





there are some very interesting pieces in this presentation. the colors and prints are great. personally, i wouldn't be able to wear all of them together, but i think separately each piece could be a really cool option for a lot of outfits. the floor length skirts are present here as well, paired with some awesome colored chucks. to me, this is very tribal grunge which is a great new take on it.

NYFW: BCBG Max Azaria













this season, the looks are more covered up than past seasons, but they are still just as wearable straight off the runway. i am loving the lines and how much structure there is in each look, mixed with all of the beautiful draping. the colors are a bit subdued with mostly shades of browns, grays, and blacks, with a few bold colors mixed in. each outfit is worn over tissue turtlenecks, making layering for fall very easy. we are still seeing some of the same things trending from spring: mid to long length skirts, a slight feeling of the 70s, and lots of sheer, light fabrics. and just like we saw on the red carpet this season, red is still a strong color. the wool vests and fur collars look perfect for the crisp fall air.
overall, i love the look of bcbg for fall. it is light, layered, and sexy. the colors are easy to wear and the pieces could easily fit into most wardrobes. take the last look and throw on an oversized cardigan and it is just casual enough for day or work.