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  • Oscar de le Renta
  • 2013 New York Bridal Week
Anyone who even reads my blog semi regularly knows very well my vast love of Oscar de la Renta. Every time I sit down to review one of his brilliant collections my review turns into a gushy entry about my school girl level crush on his garments. Well if you expected anything different this time around you are sadly mistaken because nothing makes me feel weaker in the knees than his artistically crafted gowns.

After looking through the collection the first thing that popped into my mind was the bridal tradition of ”something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” and this unmistakable pattern that could be found throughout its entirety. The gowns had features reminiscent of decades past with Oscar’s signature vintage ornate lace and crochet detailing alongside dropped waists, long sheer gloves and vintage style jewels. “Something blue” was the token pop of colour for this collection in organza, silk, tulle such as the blue satin faced organza train on the white floral guipure gown. Being a lover of the popular high slit I fell in love with the ivory silk chiffon drape gown that was accented by only the branch of fresh white flowers held by the model. Another show stopper had to be the fun little feathered shrug that was paired with the voluminous organza gown with a sweetheart neckline and sheer long gloves.

Just another eye popping collection full of stand out pieces that make me want to turn into that slightly crazed girl with a bridal scrap book at 22 years old. 

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Photos by Dan Lecca via OscarPRGirl on Pinterest


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  • Pink Tartan
  • Toronto Fashion Week Fall 2012

When Toronto Fashion Week rolls around there are always a few designers collections whose shows I look forward to attending above all others. Some of these including Chloé comme Parris, David Dixon, Lucian Matis and as noted above, Pink Tartan by Kim Newport-Mimran.

As expect, Kim has delivered yet another collection fit for the Canadian climate full of lush, over the top furs, this time in shades of forest green, ruby, blush and black. Long, loose silk trousers and cigarette pants were paired with trenches, flared pea coats and tailored blazers and featured brilliant pops of vibrant reds. The dresses featured the ever popular on trend peplum while most skirts graced knee length and remained flared and/or loose while giving peeks of skin through the sheer fabrics. The trench coats were stunning and featured leather and fur accents, my favourite being the cream trench with black colour blocked along the bottom of the sleeves and the body with fur sitting atop the shoulders. Something things that I didn’t expect to like so much were the emerald monotone look made up of the sleeveless peplum top paired with matching flared, fitted trousers and the figure hugging long red dress. However, I was not a fan of the furry booties that finished off many of the looks but they were easily over looked as the collection as a whole was so lovely.

Overall the collection was a perfect combination of wardrobe essential staples and statement pieces for the every day woman who has flare (which is fitting as it was styled by FLARE’s Fashion Director Liz Cabral.)


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  • Chloé comme Parris
  • Toronto Fashion Week Fall 2012

Every season I always look forward to design duo Chloé and Parris Gordon designs for their brand Chloé come Parris. Everything always feels airy and light but with a hard edge which always makes for an interesting collection.

This season saw a dark colour palette of black and charcoal with pops of camel and dreamy light watercolour prints. Most skirts were mid length and pleated and were styled with contrasting heavy leather and suede masculine motorcycle jackets. Oversized knits were heavily featured and made an excellent fall basic. Their trademark use of hardware and studded embelishments were in abundance and trickled down shoulders and sleeves. Evening dresses were completed with either the previously noted motorcycle jacket or a simple trench. Two things that caught my eye were the caged cuffs that were utterly covetable and the cigarette pants had fun slits up the front which will be perfect for showing off statement shoes. Overall Chloé come Parris was a collection full of muted basics that I am sure will have great commercial success. 

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  • Lucian Matis
  • Toronto Fashion Week Fall 2012

The buzz and atmosphere at Lucian Matis this season was palpable. Guests braved the rainy Toronto night and filtered into the classically elegant Fairmont Royal York (I encourage you guys to stay there if you ever visit Toronto). Judging by the overwhelming crowds of fashion savvy men and women sipping champagne outside of the ballroom for the cocktail hour preceding the show, this was definitely the highlight for many individuals week. The grand ballrooms really do make such a lovely venue and I prefer them to the tents so hopefully designers begin to take more advantage of them in the future.

The collection overall honoured nature and beauty while maintaining artistic symmetry. Matis went into detail by saying:

“The lines in nature can travel, swirl and conjoin. These natural patterns are nature’s expression and purpose. My designs have adapted and evolved through colours and shapes; the grace in movement which this planet and nature must play out from minute to minute, birth to death, and most importantly, the beauty in attraction.”

Anchored by a black base, as the show progressed the garments boasted intricate lace and crochet detailing and came into its own with the burst of dark hued feathers that were featured heavily towards the end of the collection. The use of lush feathers to comprise full skirts, coats and voluminous shoulders were truly decadent and alluring. Each piece was rich in texture, expertly crafted and exuded sex appeal as expect from the designer since his first showing at Toronto Fashion Week back in 2007.

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Image Credit: Jenna Marie Wakani

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  • Chanel
  • Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012

Aside from the covetable clothes, Chanel has always been known for its over the top elaborate sets. Over the past year we have seen Karl Lagerfeld transform various venues and transport us into another world whether it be a trip under the sea, a flight care of Chanel airways or a fancy dinner at an Indian palace. As expected the fall 2012 season was no exception as guests were treated to a dramatic set full of over oversized ombre crystals sporadically yet systematically cracking through the runway floor.

The set’s theme was echoed throughout the collection on everything from the shoes, belts, purses and coats to even the models icy eyebrows which were artistically crafted by key makeup artist, Peter Phillips. The hand crafted brows that retail for 400 euros per pair were created using crystals and minerals and were the distinguishing feature on the models faces which were left nude and looked amazingly fresh and clean.

As seen in many collections this season, once again oversized coats were prevalent. Draped dresses were layered over cigarette pants which accompanied almost every look. Some other stand out pieces were patterned knits typical of fall/winter and the glamorous looks that closed the show which were heavily embellished with feathers and other fun glittery accents. Looks were completed by heavy metal stone and mineral adorned necklaces and collars as well as Lucite heeled shoes and elbow length gloves. Overall another stunning collection by Karl Lagerfeld.

Oh by the way, how adorable was little Hudson Kroenig walking the runway with a little Chanel quilted bag?


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  • Chloé 
  • Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012 
Clare Waight Keller has settled into her sophomore season at Chloé and brings us soft autumn layers, relax silhouettes and lush fabrics. 

Colours were mainly pastels paired with subdued neutrals and bursts of ruby reds. Hair was loose and slightly tousled with makeup left natural complimenting the clothes perfectly. Sweaters made of lace, knit and wool were paired with structured shirts and slim pants with tapered ankles. Looks were styled to perfection yet it was evident that the collection was made of up minimal separates that I am sure will do amazingly well in editorials to come.

Overall, Keller has managed to find the perfect balance between casual and dressy  effortless looks.

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  • Miu Miu
  • Paris Fashion Week Fall 2012

At first glance one can clearly identify the inspiration behind Miuccia Prada’s latest collection for Miu Miu: Menswear and the 70s. 

Taking a cue from its big sister Prada, at Miu Miu it was all about the pantsuit, this time in bold, retro prints in jewel tones, raspberry, tan, royal blue and various brown hues. The garish prints on the suits purposefully clashed with the dress shirts that I am sure if you took away from the looks would be quite nice. This also goes for the bags, accessories and shoes that I am sure will all be quite popular. 

Thus far during fashion month we have seen many menswear inspired items and I have been waiting for a collection featuring this inspiration to “wow” me and sadly this one did not. However, due to the immense dedication that fans have for Miu Miu I am sure that this will end up being someones cup of tea. 

In my opinion, the makeup was quite hideous and overall the collection was very disappointing and boring.  I am always a lover of fun prints and clashing but many of the garments went beyond the acceptable amount of clashing. For me the saving grace were the linked shift dresses that were styled over collared shirts that closed the show. 

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So what did you think of this season?