proenza schouler
Inspired by the work of expressionist Helen Frankenthaler and sculptor Robert Morris, Proenza Schouler designers Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough created a fall-winter 2015 collection that evoked a sense of art and wearability. With a color a palette of deep reds, moody greys and black, the pair sent out silhouettes that wear relaxed yet form-fitting at once. A tailored coat nipped at the waist or dresses featuring plunging necklines embraced the feminine form while seemingly random folds or hanging strips brought an avant garde feel. Hernandez and McCollough also embraced textiles with feathers, pleats, grommets and sequins.
desigual
On February 13, the fall-winter 2015 Desigual fashion show took place and featured Victoria’s Secret Angel Behati Prinsloo. Former ANTM alumni Chantelle Winnie also hit the catwalk. Designer Christian Lacroix was inspired by abstract paintings, photographs of Africa and flowers for the new season designs. All the models rocked curly hairstyles to go with the colorful and free-spirited fall looks.
calvin klein
On the final day of New York Fashion Week, Calvin Klein Collection Women’s Creative Director Francisco Costa continued his sleek and modern vision for the label’s fall-winter 2015 collection. The outing was nostalgic with shades of 1960s mod and 1970s sex appeal, but still had a contemporary feel thanks to rich fabrications like manipulated leather and wool with patchwork and frayed details. The color palette was subtle with an occasional lacquered red or blush pink hue. Footwear embraced a short, blocky heel that was popularized in the 70s.
marc jacobs
Following up spring’s military inspired outing, Marc Jacobs created a collection of opulence that served as a tribute to Diana Vreeland—the late Vogue editor-in-chief. The collection began with a series of constrained silhouettes in navies matched with form-fitting gloves. The Jacobs woman wore an Eastern inspired top knot with dark berry lips. Shapes from the 1940s are borrowed with a clash of colors and textures. Fur adorned patchwork jackets, trenches get embellished in crystals while paired with sheer skirts. As for accessories, bags feature leopard prints while shoes feature blocky heels as boot or clog styles.
ralph lauren
Last season, the Ralph Lauren woman went on a safari, but for fall-winter 2015, she returned to her southwestern roots with a collection of sophisticated styles that go from day to night effortlessly. With a color palette boasting of neutrals like creamy white, tan, black and deep browns; the Ralph Lauren woman stays in warm in chunky knits, layered on shearling for an almost fur effect and ponchos with southwestern details. For evening, Lauren borrowed from the guys with black pantsuits, and also offered sensual gown shapes such as a slinky silver metallic dress worn by Vlada Roslyakova as the finale look.
oscar de la renta
Only several months after Oscar de la Renta´s passing, former Nina Ricci designer Peter Copping took the reigns for the label’s fall-winter 2015 collection shown on Tuesday during New York Fashion Week. Copping’s approach appeared to pay homage to the late Mr. de la Renta with an outing of ladylike looks that ranged from day to night. There’re were high necklines coats, flared skirts and tweeds. While more formal attire focused on rich jewel tones and dramatic silhouettes with full skirts. Copping also offered his own vision of the Oscar de la Renta woman with a sleek selection of gowns such as a burgundy number modeled by Josephine Le Tutour.
michael kors
For his fall-winter 2015 collection, Michael Kors borrowed from the boys. The American designer offered his own take on suiting for women as well as embracing more masculine prints for the new season paired with oxford shoes. But it was not all about menswear after all, Kors introduced opulence with furs, feminine ruffles and gold accents. The cast featured some of modeling’s hottest faces right now including Gigi Haidd, Kendall Jenner and Karlie Kloss—who closed the show in glittering long-sleeved dress with a keyhole slit.
jeremy scott
Inspired by a collection of old and maybe too worn out dolls, Jeremy Scott brought his own colorful spin to New York Fashion Week with his fall-winter 2015 show. Models hit the catwalk with matching bobs that looked cut and dyed by their “owners”. Wearing colorful stockings paired with psychedelic print-dresses, it is truly a feast for the eyes with cartoon motifs and wacky color combinations. The silhouette borrowed from the sixties with miniskirts, Peter Pan collars and even bibs for some. Mary Jane shoes in white only add to the youthfully charged ensembles.
vera wang
Featuring her favorite color—black—Vera Wang created a fall-winter 2015 collection that focused on relaxed, almost pajama inspired shapes and sensual accents. Opening with a long-sleeved crop top and baggy trousers worn by Jamie Bochert, it was clear the wardrobe this season fuses comfort with a nonchalant attitude. A fussy hairdo of a messy updo aids in the cool girl appeal. Wang also designed chunky knitwear, cropped moto jackets and mini dresses with sequin embellishments for a more feminine flair.
marc by marc jacobs
Loud, bold and in your face have become the main words to describe the Marc by Marc Jacobs girl under designers Luella Bartley and Katie Hillier. For the fall-winter 2015 collection, the pair looked at revolutionaries for inspiration. Sometimes, the theme was more literal with the words “solidarity”, “suffrage” and “unite” splashed across pieces in brash letters while other times it was more subtle like mens-inspired shoes decorated with studs. The Marc by Marc Jacobs girl is complex, with layers of clothing including plaid, skirts lined with crinoline and even belts attached with bags. Why just wear a pretty dress when you can layer it over a printed blouse? And isn’t that what rebellion is all about?
carolina herrera
For her fall-winter 2015 collection, designer Carolina Herrera found herself inspired by water. Its fluid shape and movement was mimicked in the ladylike outing of clothing. Herrera’s house codes of refined elegance are transformed with painterly prints in not only oceanic blue but also burgundy, inky black and smoky grey. Besides the water theme, lacquered red pieces, opulent fur and sculpted shoulders pave the way for next fall. Top model Karlie Kloss opened and closed the show, wearing a dark berry lip and slicked back coif—a different look for the Vogue US cover star
tommy hilfiger
Setting up a mock football field for his fall-winter 2015 collection, Tommy Hilfiger gave a preppy take on football fashion for his latest runway show. On one hand, there were prim and proper school girls with pleated skirts, cardigans and high-collars while on the other, there were more sporty vibes like football jerseys transformed into mid-length dresses or varsity jackets in satin. Celebrating his brand’s 30th anniversary, Hilfiger did not disappoint with sharp looks which also included fur jackets with denim patches and sixties style swing coats.
prabal gurung
The Prabal Gurung looks to be going on a mountain retreat for the fall-winter 2015 season. With a wardrobe boasting of fur coverups, knitwear with old world embroideries and sporty separates—fall focuses on wearable looks with a glamorous appeal. Gurung also brought his own take on evening wear with a black tuxedo inspired look featuring lace inserts as well as sequined blue number worn by Caroline Trentini. Footwear likewise took a more feminine approach to fall with heeled boots and strappy sling backs.
altuzarra
Joseph Altuzarra unveiled his handbag collection on the runway of his eponymous label’s fall-winter 2015 show. Much like the clothing featured, the bags are 70s inspired with a touch of modern luxe. Saddle bags and fringe-adorned bohos complement fur collared jackets, lace dresses and heavy-knit sweaters. Dresses from the collection or sensual and provocative with peekaboo key-hole shapes at the cleavage area and thigh-meeting slits. Paired with knee-length boots, the Altuzarra goes roaring into the next season with these bold looks.
diane von furstenberg
With an opening by It Girl of the moment, Kendall Jenner, the fall-winter 2015 show from Diane Von Furstenberg got off to a light start with a cleavage showing wrap dress in white adorned with a black sash. While the Austrian designer spotlighted her iconic wrap dress, she also presented menswear inspired pinstripes in the form of slim-cut suits or a sexy little dress. A focus on menswear melted into more feminine frocks such as lace dresses with lingerie-inspired cuts and knitwear with graphic, painterly prints splashed in bold colors.
alexander wang
With a color palette of mostly black, the fall-winter 2015 collection from Alexander Wang switches out last season’s sporty vibe for a more edgy, rocker chic look. Looks adorned with chains as well as silver bells bring a goth spin to the latest outing. The Alexander Wang woman marches to her own beat with platform shoes decorated with laces and silver orbs. Outerwear is boxy and mannish, almost military inspired while there are also more understated looks like a black dress worn by model Jamie Bochert or a black crop top paired with a frayed skirt modeled by Kendall Jenner. The finale looks featured sheer skirts (and even dresses) worn by Victoria’s Secret model Behati Prinsloo and Wang muse, Anna Ewers.
victoria beckham
With last season’s utilitarian-inspired looks in rearview, the fall-winter 2015 collection from Victoria Beckham had a new focus. The designer created an outing of minimal dresses with draping yet body-conscious shapes. The color palette was kept neutral with black, navy, grey, tan and ivory. As for outerwear, Beckham made sure her woman wore a roomy coat decorated with oversized buttons or a feminine sash.
jason wu
Continuing a shift in his design aesthetic—from ladies who lunch to more sleek and seductive glamour—Jason Wu presented a fall 2015 collection that was both ladylike and cool at the same time. With a color palette of army green, red, gold and black; the Jason Wu woman grabs attention in sleek and sensual silhouettes. Sometimes it is a curve-hugging dress with a high slit and other times it is a well-fit pant paired with a long-sleeved blouse. For outerwear, the designer sent out plenty of fur as well as long coats and boxy jackets.
bcbg
Going back into its roots of bohemian chic style, the fall-winter 2015 collection from BCBG Max Azria focuses on rich embroideries and oversized shapes. The rich color palette of deep purple, navy and burgundy is balanced by tawny neutrals as well as crisp ivory. The theme of fall was layering—a long knit cardigan over a mid-length dress or even an embroidered tunic worn over a cozy turtleneck. One thing is for sure, the BCBG Max Azria woman will not be left out in the cold next season.