close up: marchesa

georgina chapman is no one to mess with. i could explain her collection in three words: glamorous, classic, perfection. but why use words, when the pictures speak much louder. i'd gladly give up my firstborn and right arm for one of these pieces.

close up: alexander wang

if for no other reason but to exclaim how much i enjoyed the sporty, football-esqe collection that alex completely nailed...i had to do a close up on him. the intricate usage of high socks/calf leggings, boxy shoulders and loose, manly sweatshirts juxtaposed with bustiers, sheer material and soft neutrals completely captured the tomboy and the girlie girl in me.

close up: dennis basso

i feel like Dennis deserves an award for "the epitome of spring" this season. its an insanely feminine collection (surprised i like it? lol). he compiles muted neutrals that contrast with splashes of watercolor palettes. rough looking snakeskin mixed with soft ruffles. lacy thigh highs and demure cocktail gowns. and of course...where would his collection be without dashes of fur? but the iridescent dresses combined with the floral patterns had to be my absolute favorite. i have to commend anyone who puts out a collection that is gorgeous, innovative and yet still WEARABLE for the everyday woman. three cheers for Dennis!

Whew...what a week.

there's no way you could ever make it to every show, which is why I ADORE Style.com, so i can breeze through each designer's show at my own pace...up close and personal. so now that i've had time to go through it all, here's what you've all been waiting for........my personal opinion. LOL, ok, maybe not, but why else would you be here?


the creme de la creme

proenza schouler
unconventional and neons



thakoon
mixed patterns and stunning footwear



derek lam
crisp clean lines and wild florals



marc jacobs
shakespearean-esqe and art nouveau