Top Trends of NYFW Made Easy

The biggest week in fashion has come to a close. New York Fashion Week dazzled the stiletto wearing, ipad photographing, fashionistas that flock to the shows of the designers we envy. There's endless shows on site, off site, live streaming- what is a fashion blogger to do in order to cover them all? Luckily the Lifestyle Editor at Gilt.com, Chassie Post has narrowed down the trends to make it manageable to know what to wear, look out for in 2013. Like Post, I found these trends my top favs among the crowd.

MOSAIC PRINTS:

• We saw whimsical prints for Spring and are head over heels for the geometric mosaic patterns we are seeing.
• From J Crew, Derek Lam, Jeremy Scott, Narciso Rodriguez, Cynthia Rowley, Bibhu Mohapatra we've seen this ancient design reworked in bold color for 2013.
• Be it a sweater., top or full on vest – we can't wait to mix these eye popping prints into ouyr wardrobes.

FIT & FLARE

• The peplum hasn't gone anywhere and I for one am glad of it.
• Whereas last season we saw loads of peplum dresses, this season we are seeing lots of fit and flared tops that can be paired with pants or skirts.
• Separates are the name of the game for Fall and these exaggerated peplums Prabal Gurung,  Zach Posen, Vera Wang, Behnaz Sarafpour, Christian Siriano, Proenza Schouler are an easy and incredibly chic update.

EMBROIDERY:

·         We saw some outrageously beautiful and ornate embroidery come down the runways

·         Gold, silver and jewel embellished ornamentation lent a baroque feel to everything from gowns to capes and dresses pants and even tops.

·         Naeem Khan, Monique Lhuillier, Zac Posen, Prabal Gurung, Oscar de la Renta, Tory Burch

PUMP UP THE VOLUME - OVERSIZED COATS:

• If you were wondering what coat you would need of Fall take a cue from Alexander Wang, Behnaz Saraphour, Thom Browne, Chado ralph Rucci, DKNY and pump up the volume with an oversized coat.
• We are loving these architectural outerwear statements that iare characterized by structure.  From the sleeves to the shoulder to the body of the coat, bigger is better this season

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Ties Transformed

Ties are not just for your boyfriend or dad. Although the menswear trend seems to come in and out every couple years the actual look of wearing a tie has been transformed for women. You can wear a bow tie or an actual menswear neck tie but why? When you can wear a vintage tie turned necklace! JoJo And Sofia transforms vintage *what they do best into wearable, lady like looks with a look that commands attention and power.
All of the vintage tie necklaces are one of a kind and adorned with chains and vintage accents, often times brooches. Wear the necklaces straight on or tilted for a unique sophistication and personality. Available now online. Prices range $60-$80.  This is a statement necklace you will cherish!

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Fashion Radar: Green Thumb

Green is always in but this new jewelry line from the Iceland designers, HAF takes this 'growing' trend to a new level. HAF by Hafstein Julliusson has necklaces that literally grow grass. Think Cha cha chia pet but in a modern ,wearable way. The moss stays up to 8 months and suggests watering it every 5 days. Rings come in different sizes or your choice of a necklace on a metal chain.
If you are looking for a statement piece of jewelry, this is your own city park around your neck. Now let your inner green grow!

Get your growing necklace now !  http://www.hafsteinnjuliusson.com/growing-jewelry/

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Fashion Radar:Louboutin Sells Sex

Who says women don't pay for sex?Christian Louboutin,known for his red killer soled heels launches a nude pump with swarovski crystals that spell out the word SEX when your feet are together. This is raising some eyebrows and catching the eyes of a lot of media today. The question is who are going to buy more of these pairs? I want to know if  women will for attention or men who are buying for their women? For $1400, Louboutin doesn't care who buys but it and you too can get lucky.  Katy Perry and Kate Upton have been seen prancing NYC and red carpets in them already. Here is your Privy Find of the day, dolls!

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Fashion Radar: Skin is IN

Skin is in, but before you shed your clothes Privy is talking about animal print. Keep your clothes on and accent them with great accessories from the wild. snakeskin and other prints are great for accessories. Show the inner animal with wearing animal skin patterns on your handbags and shoes this spring. Handbags are all the rage with animal print and using some unexpected colors that you wouldn't find in the wild such as neons. Mix these two trends for one hot spring!

I love this envelope clutch from Blues by:KyKy,They also have a leather clutch line of neons which are just so fun! You can see the entire collection HERE. 

These bags by Victor Hugo are must haves. the vibrant colors and soft leather is a perfect way to sport skin this spring/summer. I adore this fresh green color with chain. 

For another easy way to wear skin this spring check out these snakeskin print flats from Michael Kors for $185. Found at CUSP, these are adorable with skinny jeans or pants rolled up.

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Fashion Radar: Bubblegum Electric

Neons are huge this spring , note previous post this month but a big focus is on the color pink. Bubble gum pink is the color to sport this spring whether it be pink on pink or a pop of the trend in a an accessory. Denim pink is the new blue jeans.We saw a huge trend in red jeans in winter- we are going lighter with PINK.  Photo to left (The Cut) is from Chanel's pre fall collection where you can see this bright pink trend is going no where in 2012. So stock up Dolls!



Take note from SJP herself as she has been seen numerous times frolicking with a bright pink bag these days. The Diane De Maria bag ($1,462) bag is right on trend !

The hottest color jeans with stretch is these cigarette bubble gum pants by Rag & Bone for $187.

 

 Be bubblegum- business like with this blazer from Forever 21 in the great pink hue. Easy to throw over gray or a black dress. And for $24 you can't go wrong!

I love this Bright pink Blouse from Rachel Roy for $49. Belt it or wear it with leggings and heels.

If you are looking for something summery to rock this trend. Try this commitment proof choice from Aero. A neon pink, eyelet skirt. Perfect to transition into summer. For $22 you can't go wrong.

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