Rag & Bone Spring Summer 2010 Runway

Rag & Bone's Spring 2010 collection was taken back to the basics by head designers, David Neville and Marcus Wainwright."With the economy where it is right now, we're focused on what we're about as a company," said Wainwright after the show, "which is our English, military-school heritage mixed with a utilitarian, made-in-America ethos." The line was a success never the less. Better safe than sorry, never looked so good.

THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE

The long awaited release of The September Issue is finally here! Tomorrow, February 23rd 2010, The September Issue hits shelves. A beautiful documentary directed by R. J. Cutlers, that goes behind the making of Vogue's 2007 September Issue, as well as the life of editor and chief of Vogue Magazine, Anna Wintour.

LADY GAGA: Brit Awards Live 2010

W MAGAZINE: Fly by Night

When the spring/ summer 2010 season is portrayed as a dream, styled by Alex White and photographed by Craig McDean, petite ruffled and pleated dresses from some top designers are on their minds.

Oscar De La Renta& Nina Ricci

Crisopher Kane

Chanel (dresses)& Miu Miu ( shoes and tights)

Miu Miu& Marc Jacobs

Louis Vuitton(dress)& Nina Ricci (body suit)

Dolce and Gabbana& Valentino

Lanvin(dresses)& Louis Vuitton(shorts)

Alberta Ferretti/ Miu Miu(shoes and tights) & Versace

Blumarine(dress)/ Marc Jacobs(bustier)& Alexander McQueen[RIP]

Comme Des Garçons Spring Summer 2010 Runway

Comme Des Garçons' spring summer collection was a middle finger to all of the current trends in fashion..but in a respectable, good way, of course. a collage of nude, netting, sequin, and leather, shoulder pads ( not on the shoulders might i add), all jumbled together in different arrangements found their way down the runway, or should i say around the center of the room. Rei Kawakubo shows are always more of a moving art installation than a fashion show to me. she is the leading designer of conceptual fashion. I fund this line stunning, and can not wait to see what Rei will give us for fall/ winter.

PS. DON'T FORGET TO CLICK COMME DES GARCONS PART 2 WHEN THE OTHER SUGGESTED VIDEOS APPEAR AT THE END.

Yohji Yamamoto Spring Summer 2010 Runway

FLORALS at Yohji Yamamoto.

i have been a fan Mr. Yamamoto's work since i first discovered it. his pieces are always so architecturally interesting. the lines and cuts of his garments never fail to enhance and elongate the female form. there is such a fluidity to his design. this spring summer season, his same aesthetic came through with and array of white button down shirt dresses, as well as black leathers, and warped pant suits; but what stood out to me the most was several distressed floral dresses. something about their destroyed beauty ( i don't know how else to word it) was so lovely.

REMINDER

DON'T FORGET: TONIGHT IS THE LIVE FEED OF THE MARC JACOBS FALL/ WINTER 2010 RUNWAY SHOW AT 8PM EASTERN TIME FROM THE COMPANY WEB SITE WWW.MARCJACOBS.COM. THIS IS A SHOW YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS. AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO SEE IT THAN AS IT IS HAPPENING IN NEW YORK!?

A SIDE NOTE:
AS YOU MAY HAVE ASSUMED, NYC FASHION WEEK IS UPON US. IT HAS BEEN FOR THE LAST FEW DAYS, WHICH LEFT ME WITH THE DELIMA, 'DO I COVER THE CURRENT SEASONS OF SPRING AND SUMMER? OR, DO I PAIN YOU, AND MYSELF, WITH THE INCREDIBLE GARMENTS THAT ARE UNATTAINABLE UNTIL NEXT AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER?' THEY'RE ARE STILL SO MANY SHOWS AND AD CAMPAIGNS THAT I HAVE NOT EVEN TOUCHED ON YET, THAT DESERVE THE PROPER RECOGNITION. SO, THAT BEING SAID, I WILL CONTINUE TO COVER THE SPRING/ SUMMER 2010 SEASON UNTIL I FEEL I HAVE HIGHLIGHTED EVERYTHING THAT I FIND NOTE WORTHY. DON'T WORRY, I ALREADY HAVE A SLUE OF DESIGNER'S GARMENTS AND ACCESSORIES WAITING TO BE POSTED FROM F/W 2010. THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING, AND LOOK FORWARD TO MORE POST ON THE CURRENT S/S 2010 SEASON COLLECTIONS!

-BRENDAN

TOPSHOP ss2010 Get Inspired

As much as we may covet some of our favorite designers garments this current ss 2010 season, lets face it, not many of us have 1,000 plus lying around for a pair of shoes, or an entire outfit for that matter. Which is why i thought i would include some more economically friendly alternatives through out my coverage of my favorite looks from ss 2010 season. TOPSHOP is a wonderful way to obtain that high end look for a fraction of the cost. To get us ready for the upcoming spring and summer months, TOPSHOP has put together a little inspiration video. So, get inspired and enjoy!

You Will Be Missed.

REST IN PEACE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN.

16 March 1969 – 11 February 2010

This morning the fashion world was floored by the unexpected death of one of the most incredible visionaries. Alexander McQueen was one of the most talented designers of his time. His work was impeccable, original, and ALWAYS flawless. As an aspiring fashion designer myself, i hope to amount one day to a fraction of the greatness of the late Alexander McQueen. He will be missed immensely.

Celine Spring 2010 Ad campaign

Opening Ceremony : W5 Mid Buckle Strap - Leather Black

If you're looking for that perfect summer sandal that will give your feet breathing room, while still maintaing some hieght after those 4 inch wedge platforms you were wearing all fall and winter, these sandals might be the perfect addition to your closet. and for those of you who aren't cracking your piggy banks for summer, inticpating what im sure will be an incredible fall winter 2010 season, at $390.00, you might be investing in some super glue.

US $390.00 before tax and shipping
https://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=2&catid=16&productid=13322

photo credit: opening ceremony dot com

Chanel Bicycle

This spring and summer when your heading out for your weekend adventures, don't forget to grab hold of one of these lovely Chanel bicycles. These dazeling cycles are the perfect way to get around in style.

US $ 17,000

Bottega Veneta Spring Summer 2010 Runway

An array of essentially blank canvases floated down the runway at Bottega Veneta's Spring 2010 runway show. the line consisted mainly of white garments accented by dramatic yellow, purple, blue, and turquoise accessories. "The clothes are meant to be a backdrop, a blank canvas, so the wearer can play with color and accessories to change the look and make it her own.", said Thomas Maier.

Bottega's structured collars and hot shoulders were dramatic, and an element that made these bright white ensembles interesting.

the line was inspired by the uniforms worn by karate students. Maier said that he,"... liked the look of the canvas, and that became my color card—white, cream, straw. And the idea of the soft belt."

MARC JACOBS FALL/ WINTER 2010 SHOW

WATCH IT ON WWW.MARCJACOBS.COM LIVE

FEB 15 AT 8 PM EST

Marc Jacobs Spring Summer 2010 Runway

I know, the videos are getting frequent, but limiting down the Marc Jacobs Spring 2010 collection to a handful of my favorite looks was next to impossible. I loved every single article of clothing, shoe, and accessory that walked down that runway. Marc Jacobs once said in an interview when people get used to what your doing, it's time to change. Every single season there is a fresh take on his collections that is uniquely it's own with that special MJ touch. Marc Jacobs is a true visionary and i look forward to his future work at both Marc Jacobs collections, and Louis Vuitton ( which will be blogged on in the very near future). Another huge success for Marc; congratulations!

Fendi Spring Summer 2010 Runway

Spring Summer 2010 at Fendi, was filled with ecru and ivory, off pastels, frayed edges, and light, flowing fabric.

The transparent Perspex clutch with beveled edges, is one of the most stunning clutches i have seen walk down the Fendi runway, and one of my favorite accessories i have seen this spring summer 2010 season.