An underlying theme in many of the fall collections is "soft yet strong." Clothes are feminine without being too flighty and infused with buttoned-up menswear tailoring. Neutral colors like brown, hunter green and gray are accented with pops of plum, berry and blue.Tulle overlays over printed fabrics are very in, to indulge your inner ballerina without being to frou frou. Structure has replaced the deconstructed, slouchy looks of the last few years and the fall collection features a slim fit overall.
Betsey Johnson toned it down with her charm school-theme show. The cartwheeling 65-year-old, best known for her fluorescent green, hot pink and leopard print collections reminiscent of a Technicolor street-walker in the Meatpacking District, showed a surprisingly demure collection in subtle colors and wearable shapes.
More on the Betsey Johnson, plus a recap (and photos) of the Marc Jacobs show after the jump.
Just like racy Betsey Johnson toned it down, typically demure Monique Lhuillier toughened up her signature feminine flowing gowns with metal embellishments. Her high-neck dresses were adorned with gold coins and different types of metal. "This season is all about industrial chic," proclaimed Lhullier, citing acclaimed architect Frank Gehry as an influence due to his use different colored metals and unpredictable forms.
Marc Jacobs walked the line between long, lean simplicity while adding a hint of glamor with starkly sequined pieces. Models like Shalom Harlow made a rare appearance, sporting Marc Jacobs shirtdresses, tailored vests and slim pants. Jumpsuits, one of the big trends of the season, showed up in the Jacobs show embroidered with bows in neutral colors like navy blue. Stirrup pants, a blast from the past, are replacing leggings as the 80's pant de jour. Jacobs employed the popular color scheme of a neutral palette set off by some exciting pops of color in berry and teal. Overall, something so strong has never felt so feminine and wearable.
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