We’ve been keeping an eye on New York Fashion Week and have been thrilled to see the vibrant colors from designers like Diane von Furstenberg, Marcel Ostertag, and Calvin Klein where bright orange, yellow and an occasional purple or red hue spiced up the understated neutrals of the post-apocalyptic ready-to-wear collection show.
At Carolina Herrera, some of the boldest expressions were found. Jewel- and gemstone-tone skirts were paired with simple white Oxford shirts and contrasting colorful, wide belts. Herrera announced that she is stepping down as creative director, but the collection speaks to a bright future. Check out the show for yourself!
These eye-catching trends are in keeping with the brilliance of the color of the year, Pantone’s Ultra Violet. Some of this trend showed up in shoes – from the likes of Tibi and Paul Andrew, and we spotted it in bags and accessories from Badgley Mischka, Oscar de la Renta and Sies Marjan.
And we’ve been utilizing the same hues that popped up at New York Fashion Week in many our recent floral arrangements and event décor themes. From a Purple Rain-theme Super Bowl Party (stay tuned for this blog!) to bright blue hanging light bulb vases at a corporate event, bursts of color from flowers and accessories add as much to an event as they do to fashion.
In fact, at Oscar de la Renta, a celebration of color and flora merged into some of the most spectacular pieces, like this tulle-skirted black nymph dress with bright flowers.
Our exploration of New York Fashion Week trends has left us looking for more of what’s à la mode. Next stops? London Fashion Week is coming up Feb. 16-20, followed by Milan Feb. 21-27, and culminating in Paris Feb. 27-March 6.
If you can’t make it to any of these haute couture shows, check out the new film “Phantom Thread” with Daniel Day Lewis. It’s been nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Costume Design (naturally).