ANNA SUI - FALL 2008

Agyness in a black Tibetan goat jacket and
black twisted satin burnout with nouveau cutout
velvet yoke tunic and black heliotrope plaid with lace trim skirt


Mixed prints and velvet trim

Mixed prints dress with matching tights


The front row across from where I was sitting.


Agyness in mauve ombre butterflies on iridescent
lame cotton and lame long skirt

From the Beatles to Siuxsie and the Banshees,
the music accentuated the many layers of textures,
mixed prints, velvet trim, star borders, and fringe.
It brought to mind the 70's from the tunics to the
fun capes and headbands with flowers.
The collection has an edginess to it because the inspiration
is so seemlessly blended with the energy of New York City.

I would wear it all! My only wish would be that we could slow
down the speed of the models during the show,
so I could savor each detail. There was so much to see and
Anna Sui has such a rich combination of
textures that 2 seconds per outfit is not enough.

Loved this show!!!

Joanna Mastroianni Fall 2008

See Cindy Adams (in red) from the NY Post
in the front row on the right...



Joanna Mastroianni's collection was influenced by Morocco
and the mod 1960's. The show had some nice pieces,
although the gold mini followed by a sheer caftan
was a bit odd. The models did not seem enthused
and some of the clothes were very conservative.
I would have liked to to see a more cohesive overall look.

I've always wanted to go to Morocco and though I liked the keyhole
back on a few looks, I wish there had been more of a statement.
However, the draping on the evening gowns was very beautiful and elegant. I loved the big hair and the make-up too.

Phillipe & David Blond Fall 2008

Phillipe & David Blond

This was quite a fantastic show.
Someone was seated in my chair(-double booking-)
but I was able to sit next to an amazing
designer, Aurelio Costarella,
whose collection I saw in the same space last season.

Aurelio started out as an architect and is based in Australia.
He just did a photo shoot in New York.

Phillipe & David Blond had a glam rock & roll ethereal collection.
Chandeliers were draped and provided a great backdrop
to the Swarovski crystal bodices. The models
were incredible and the hair was wild.

I sat in Rosemary Ponzo's seat. She wanted to be in the front row,
better to show off her feathery outfit.

I was honored to sit next to Aurelio. This was the most fun show yet
and I am looking forward to seeing Aurelio's spring show this September.

Fall '08-development by Erica Davies

Erica Davies, based in California, showed designs that are
feminine and wearable. I liked the layering of materials
and the decorative trims. There were some unique
silhouettes involving jumpers with tunics that were
innovative, practical and fun. It's a nice option for the
wardrobe in addition to the pretty draped dresses and skinny pants.

I loved the shiny curtain with gold tassels and
I thought the flowers on each chair were a nice touch!

Fall '08 Collections-Academy of Art

ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY-FALL '08 Collections

This show included some designs of the School of Fashion Academy of Art University recent graduates. I loved the various textiles by Ivanka created by bonding newsprint paper to base fabric, drawing with a knife and even using a chef's torch to create a burnout effect.

Jee Hyoung had a great sense of volume and dimension in her
designs reminiscent of Balenciaga. I loved the dramatic shapes
and the elegant grays and blacks added to the architectural feel.

Maria Potesta had wonderful tunic shapes and leggings in
variations of graphic black and white and the clothes were not
only beautiful and striking but looked comfortable too especially
when paired with the colorful sci-fi booties.

Felice Morganti had a very unique collection of leathers
and felted wool. I also loved the menswear designs of Shady Elias
and Young Jun Ryu.This show was like a breath of fresh air.

A fantastic show and really inspiring.


Some of my favorite pieces are below.

Jee Hyong Jang, Fashion Designer

Jee Hyong Jang, Fashion Designer

Soo Jung Sung, Fashion Designer
Ivanka Georgiev, Textile Designer

Soo Jung Sung, Fashion Designer
Ivanka Georgiev, Textile Designer

Marie Potesta, Fashion and Knitwear Designer

Marie Potesta, Fashion and Knitwear Designer

Marie Potesta, Fashion and Knitwear Designer

Felice Morganti, Fashion Designer
Black leather honeycomb skirt, dreadlock scarf

Jackie Rogers-Fall 2008

Jackie Rogers
Fall 2008 Fashion Show

The clothes were influenced by the early 1960's styles,
timeless and pretty classics with a twist
and very wearable save for one long dress that seemed a bit
challenging for the model to walk in.

The Cotillion Room at the Pierre Hotel was the perfect setting.

I went to Jackie's show a few years ago and was thrilled
to see her back again. Her craftsmanship is superb!

Jackie modeled for Coco Chanel and also was Chanel's apprentice.

Amongst my favorites are the long dresses in the ombre copper
and the plisse gown in moire jacquard pattern silk.

It's always hard to find a dress that is pretty and not overpowering,
and these are very flattering!

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John Galliano

French bonnet 1830-1835

American Day Dress, 1830
White cotton

Hussein Chalayan
Remote Control Dress, spring/summer 2000
Pink fiberglass and pink nylon tulle

Hamish Morrow
Ensemble, spring/summer 2002
White polyester mesh, white silk/nylon blend,
faceted glass, silver wire and cotton canvas

Today's Press Preview at the Costume Institute of
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included fashions from the 1700's to the present.

I've included pictures of some of my favorites.

I walked in right after Manolo Blahnik, and He had his picture taken with this red Galliano.

John Galliano for Christian Dior
Dress, spring/summer 2003
Red silk tulle with crocodile applique