Due to the fact that I wear a lot of vintage means that most of my inspiration comes from the clothing themselves. The era that it's made or the region that it's from definitely directs me to a particular look or vibe. But, during every fashion week I like to check in and see what the big fashion names (and some of the unknown ones) are coming up with. I love vintage, but what I love more is to mix vintage with modern clothing. So, this fall I thought I'd share some of my favorite shows and looks from the spring 2013 fashion weeks. First stop, New York City...
During every fashion week, trends seem to pop up magically. This season, I was noticing a lot of 90's inspiration: exposed mid drifts, maxi dresses, plaid, and floral. OR maybe I just have 90's grunge on my radar and that's all I'm really paying attention to these days.... either way, the shows this season did not disappoint, but what really stands out are the ones that show me something I didn't even know I needed in my life. New inspiration. Here are my top faves from New York.
1. Mara Hoffman
Honestly, I don't think I ever really paid any attention to this designer before. There are so many designers, it's easy to over look some. But this season, Mara Hoffman pulled out the big guns with her modern take on ethnic bohemian. I love me some embroidered dresses and woven textiles, but the fact that she uses these vintage patterns and textiles with neon colors and semi- sheer fabric gives the whole look a completely new spin.
2. Whit
I'll be honest, I felt a bit validated when I saw the photos from this show. This collection really summed up what I've been in to lately: crop tops with mid length skirts, platform sandals, pattern mixing, and tropical prints. And now, jumpsuits and zebra print shorts are added to that list.
3. Creatures of Comfort
Oh god. When I saw the photos from the Creatures of Comfort show I came to the realization that I needed to wear socks with sandals. That has never happened before. The name suites this designer brand because every inch of what the models are wearing are designed for pure comfort... that is fashion.
4. Custo Barcelona
This is not a brand I normally gravitate to, but they really hit the mark for me. Similar to Mara Hoffman, Custo Barcelona has a modern take on bohemian garb... but now we are in Barcelona, Spain and we're going to the beach. What I love most about this collection are the bright colors and pattern mixing, my summer go to's next year. The only other thing I need is a trip to Spain and I'll be set...
New York fashion week is actually over quite yet, and if I encounter more incredible shows you best believe I'mma post about em. I'm about to go thrifting for more awesome vintage stuff this morning and now I've got a whole new list of ideas in my mind... stay tuned for what I found.
