On The Trail With Fall Fashion
September 23rd, 2008
Designers are nothing if not observant. They reference pop culture, the arts and the world around them to form their collections. For fall, designers like Michael Kors got caught up in campaign fever and referenced another election that helped change the United States, the 1960 election of John F. Kennedy. Kors and others created Mad Men-like 60’s shifts with an emphasis on lady-like glamour. Hemlines fall to the knee and pants are an equal option for day or night. Colors rang from traditional fall hues like black, midnight and camel to a more optimistic palette of vibrant purples, greens and yellows.
While clothing veered to the more traditional, accessories and shoes are the new statement piece. Bold gems help take the more conservative clothing options into 2008. Two of our favorite jewelry designers Iradj Moini and Bounkit created earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches using opulent gem stones. While the colorations play true to the season, the designs are modern and show stopping. Handbags and shoes are more traditional in shape and color but modern in texture with patent tortoise shell a favorite of Oscar de la Renta, among others. Fall is all about nature, and what comes more naturally to American’s than simple, chic and luxurious sportswear. Whether for day or evening fashion is recalling Camelot with a modern edge. No Pill Box hat necessary. Little black dresses accented with great jewelry, like Bounkit’s fabulous pieces, can effortlessly move a dress from day to eveing.
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