Visionary artists like Monique L'Huillier, Zac Posen, Tadishi Shoji, Diane Von Furstenberg, J Mendel, Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Victoria Beckham, Kate Spade, BCBG, Jenny Packham, and many more showed off their artwork in the most creative ways. Whether it was in unique locations, rotating platforms, or a backup band; 2014 opened up with a bang.
Trends that were commonly seen throughout the week were red, red, and more red. Red as well metallic colors like silver and gold were seen in almost every show. Fur is still seen as prominent trend for fall in winter, but dramatic ball gowns made an impression especially from Zac Posen and Monique L’Huillier. Soft colors like pink and winter white stood out. One trend that stood out and was a little unusual was tall socks with heels. Lucky magazine editor, Eva Chen noticed this trend and was all for this trend uploading many pictures on her Instagram account. Heavy textures within dresses and coats were seen on designers like Badgley Mischka, Diane Von Furstenberg, and Tory Burch. Sportswear was also seen as a popular idea prominently shown by Tommy Hilfiger.
Personally, I could not get enough of the brilliant red. I love wearing red so I was in awe of the beautiful red gowns by Tadishi Shoji, Zac Posen, and Caroline Herrera. Taylor Swift would be proud. Also gowns that stood out to me in particular were Victoria Beckham's winter white pleated dress that was the finale. The Parisian grey gown with the fur top by Cristiano Siriano had me picturing myself in Paris at Christmastime. Monique L'Huillier's black fitted long sleeve gown that sparkled was visionary as well as the effortless purple full gown with pink floral pattern. (Later seen at the 2014 Oscars worn by Chrissy Teigen!). David Tlale's nude flowly dress killed it. Every Tadashi Shoji dress, end of story. All of Zac Posen's were red carpet ready, it was impossible to pick just one. White gown with embellished gold beads on the top by Badgley Mischka made a bold statement. Jenny Packham's light blue feathered and sequined ensamble had my name written all over it. J Mendel's bright purple pleated gown screamed glamour. Dolce & Gabbanna shined bright like a diamond with all of their navy and black clothes decked out in silver and gold embellishments. I could go on and on but only pictures for now can do these clothes justice.
Celebrities
were seen every show during the week, wide-eyed at potential trends and dresses
for occasions. Fashion mogul, Anna Wintour, was seen at almost every show she
could possibly attend. Note: she barely cracked a smile. Anna Kendrick was seen
at Monique L’Huillier, gushing over one of her favorite designers. My girl crush, Blake Lively was spotted at the Michael Kors show along with Frieda Pinto and Rose Byrn.
Marchesa was graced with the presence of famous blogger, Olivia Palermo. Joe
Jonas was surprisingly seen at many shows throughout the week, with eyes glued
to all the clothes. And with probably the most adorable sighting of all, the
entire Beckham family sat front row, taking selfies, at their mom/wife's, Victoria
Beckham’s show.
Even though fashion week is over and fall is months and months away, we will try and wait for fashion week next fall and to see the clothes come out, the trends seen more often, and the gorgeous gowns seen our favorite celebrities at the red carpet. I may even save up years and years for that Tadashi Shoji red dress {the obsession is real my friends}.
my top 5 favorite celebrity style icons
1. Blake Lively without a doubt
2. Audrey Hepburn
3. Olivia Palermo
4. Lupita Nyong'o
5. Sarah Jessica Parker
