What will be trending next year? It was all decided this September at New York Fashion Week.
But if NYFW still feels a bit like a blur, don’t fear; we spent that entire week attending shows across the city and now we’re ready to share our favorites! Below are the Broke & Chic NYFW Superlatives…
Best Swimsuits
Meskita
This swimsuit and coverup collection is simply stunning — lots of neutral colors and sophisticated cover-ups that can double as luncheon attire.
The designer behind this collection, Alessandra Meskita, was inspired by the captivating beauty and fierce maternal strength of the Brazilian deity Yemanja. She wanted her Spring/Summer collection to speak to the inner goddess within us all.
*Watch the show here.
*Photos by Dan Lecca
Honorable Mention: Karo
Kasia Roginska is the designer behind Karo Swimwear. According to Roginska:
My vision is to create something totally unique, a piece that’s not only a swimsuit. I want it to be a piece of art, something that makes woman feel elegant, edgy and sexy at the same time. Each piece has built in something that every female cherishes…jewelry.
Most Futuristic
Alon Livné
Alon Livné is a young fashion designer from Israel. He trained at Alexander McQueen in London and worked at Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli before going off on his own. He became a household name after winning the Israeli version of Project Runway.
His Spring/Summer 14 collection is not only unique, but very futuristic. All the models wore strong and structured silhouettes in stunning 1980’s inspired colors.
*Photos by Dan Lecca
Best Collaboration
Arden Wohl x Cri de Coeur
This eco-friendly footwear collaboration is bold, edgy and sophisticated.
Cri de Coeur, one half of this collaboration, is an accessory label founded by Julie Dicterow and Gina Ferraraccio. Their label is motivated by a love for high-fashion design and a desire to bring environmental awareness to the fashion industry.
Arden Wohl is a Renaissance girl: philanthropist, filmmaker, pastry check, and socially conscious activist. She’s famed for her eccentric fashion choices and can now add designer to her growing resume.
*The Arden Wohl x Cri de Coeur collection retails for under $500 and will be available in-store for Spring 2014.
Best in Menswear
Ernest Alexander
This collection blew me away; It’s the perfect combination of classic and modern mixed with nautical and floral prints.
The founder of this menswear company, Ernest Sabine got inspiration for this collection by revisiting his experience living in Venice, Italy when he was younger and went with the theme “American gone Abroad.”
Honorable Mention: Kai-aakmann
This Korean label is just starting to emerge in the US, and the S/S 14 collection is perfect for all types of men; fashion forward, rock n’ roll, preppy and rugged. Everything was clean, with utilitarian elements thrown in for good measure. And the best part? All pieces are priced between $50 and $500.
*Image Courtesy of the Barbarian Agency
Best Theme
Emerson
Jackie Fraser-Swan has done it again with her label Emerson. Emerson’s spring 2014 collection featured pretty and sophisticated silhouettes with a modern edge that went well with her Punk Rock Garden Party theme.
The collection was filled with black and white stripes, feminine floral prints, mixed textures and purple…lots of purple.
To finish off the look, models walked the runway with smooth long hair with a knotted twist at the top or purple flowers.
*Watch the show here.
*Images Courtesy Of Emerson
Best Gowns
Steven Khalil
These gowns were beyond stunning — all of them were definitely red carpet worthy.
*Images Courtesy Of Fashion Palette
Honorable mention: Noon by Noor
I think this heavily-textured, floral, crop-top gown by “Noon by Noor” will go down in fashion history. What do you think?
*Image Courtesy Of Noon by Noor
Best Use of Metallics
Nicola Finetti
Metallics are trendy, but they can be very difficult to wear for the un-trained style eye. Nicola Finetti not only made metallic easy to wear, but professional and classy (instead of edgy and clubby).
*Images Courtesy Of Fashion Palette
Most Wearable
Diego Binetti
Most designs that grace the runways aren’t wearable for the average person, but Diego Binetti’s LOVE collection changes that:
Inspired by a love of different worlds, cultures, scenery and people, Binetti’s collection offers the consumer a window into the many worlds he has had the pleasure of exploring.
The collection has a very 1970’s Boho feel that would be perfect for the girl who likes that effortless-cool look.
Best Use Of Prints
Charlotte Ronson
This collection was just darling — very geeky chic. The prints ranged from bold to sophisticated, all modestly cut with extremely edgy accessories and outerwear to throw you off. The vision for this collection was “Parisian living in New York City.”
*Love this but can’t afford it? Be sure to check out Charlotte Ronson’s I Heart line at JCPenney!
Best New Designer
Lum by Lama Taher
Lama Taher is a fashion designer from Saudi Arabia. After studying in London for six years, she decided she wanted to take a break from academics and focus on her creativity. Her label Lum was born in 2010 and it’s absolutely stunning!
Lum’s mission is to design and provide modern simplicity and comfort combined with the elegance and grace of the Victorian era.
*Images Courtesy of Nolcha Fashion Week
Honorable Mentions: Leka and Studio 6th Sense
Leka
Leka is a Russian designer who gets her inspiration from modern architecture. Keep her on your radar if you love strong silhouettes!
Studio 6th Sense
Stephen Goudeau is the mastermind behind this label. Hailing from Louisiana, Goudeau makes sure all his designs are edgy, daring, style savvy and classy. His Spring 2014 collection is a breath of fresh air; the muted yellow and blue tones scream spring! My favorite look is below, but check out the whole collection here.
Best Overall
Fashion Palette
The Fashion Palette show held at Pier 59 in Chelsea was by far the most stunning and memorable show of all New York Fashion Week. It featured seven Australian designers: Samantha Wills, Akira, Nicola Finetti, Aurelio Costarella, Philippa Galasso, Steven Khalil and Mossee.
Most designs were either formal or formal day wear with the exception of one — Et Al, which was gothic-yet-seductive and more for the fashionista who likes to get double takes.
Akira
Et Al
Philippa Galasso
Aurelio Costarella
Mossee
*Images Courtesy Of Fashion Palette
What was your favorite look from New York Fashion Week? Let us know in the comments below!
