Runway Rework: Derek Lam Fall 2012

Runway Rework: Derek Lam Fall 2012

Derek Lam’s fall 2012 collection is quite subdued, particularly when it comes to color, but it’s also imbued with enough shape, structure and texture to form a lasting impression. I really liked this lean black leather bomber and A-line skirt…

Runway Rework: Escada 2012

Runway Rework: Escada 2012

In honor of the last day of the 2012 Republican National Convention, I thought I’d go to Escada for some red power suit inspiration. No, I’ll never be at this or any RNC. But if I were, I would try…

Runway Rework: Roland Mouret Fall 2012

Runway Rework: Roland Mouret Fall 2012

I love Roland Mouret most of the time, and the Fall 2012 collection contains a lot of hits for me. Although he is known for his sleek and structured sheath dresses, I thought I’d feature his separates for the runway…

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Runway Rework: Erdem Fall 2012

This is a bee-yoo-ti-ful dress from Erdem’s fall 2012 collection. Elegant yet modern, with a print that’s bold, and yet doesn’t wear the woman. Here’s what we’re looking for in order to approximate this look: Knee length. Abstract print. High…

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Runway Rework: Elizabeth and James Fall 2012

Even though I’m convinced that Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen take most of their design cues from military surplus stores, Elizabeth and James, their contemporary line, hit some great style points with their fall 2012 ready to wear line. My…

Runway Rework: Lyn Devon Fall 2012

Runway Rework: Lyn Devon Fall 2012

It appears that winter white isn’t just for winter any more. There were lots of ivory, cream and bone monochromatic looks on the runways for fall 2012. A lot of people are fussy about all white, claiming it’s strictly for…

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Runway Rework: Lanvin Fall 2012

This is sublime. Not necessarily the eyes and hand and teethy-mouth accessories. But I’m digging the ’40s peplum waist with the pencil skirt and scrunched long gloves. The look makes rapid-fire snappy dialogue spoken in a mid-Atlantic accent that’s  just…

Runway Rework: Derek Lam Spring 2012

Runway Rework: Derek Lam Spring 2012

If you follow Michelle Obama’s fashion choices, you know that one of the designers that she keeps in heavy rotation is Derek Lam. Lam manages to combine cutting edge and conservative in a way that gels beautifully for working women…

Runway Rework: Rachel Zoe Resort 2013

Runway Rework: Rachel Zoe Resort 2013

In today’s edition of Runway Rework, you get to BE THE FUTURE.  So cool.  Rachel Zoe recently presented her Resort 2013 collection, which is meant to be worn on the resort vacation that you’ll be taking next winter. I love…

Burberry Prorsum, Spring 2012 Photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com

Runway Rework: Burberry Prorsom Spring 2012

I love everything about this look, except for the hat and gigantor handbag. The colors are arresting, the proportions are flattering and also wearable, and those SHOES. Oh, those shoes. The belt also gets a special call out for being…