Written by: Madeline Perard, Style Intern for Closet of Style

This past weekend, I covered fashion week, compliments of Catherine. Just as I had imagined, it was truly magical! While I didn’t have any celebrity encounters myself, the experience left me with such gratitude. During my stay in NYC, I had the opportunity to attend many shows including Haute Hippie, Lela Rose and Rachel Antonoff (my favorite), to name just a few. The shows I attended were magnificent from the hospitality to the souvenirs to the showcase of each designer's fall/winter 2010 collections. However, the absolute best presentation was Rachel Antonoff’s.

Rachel's showcase was unlike anything I've ever seen before. “The Mystery at Lafayette House” was set in a mansion located in East Village Manhattan. Attendees entered a crime scene and had to identify the murderer by watching the witnesses. Who would have guessed such suspense combined with the '50s and '60s fashion would be such a hit? The inspiration and the plot won my heart! I’m still unsure of the culprit. Maybe you can tell me?



Photo credit: Fashionista.com

Fashion Week just gets better! Day 5 and 6 amp up the yum factor. And add over-the-top fur to the list of emerging trends for Fall 2010.

Designer mentions: Zac Posen, Carlos Miele, Monique Lhuillier, Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam, Vera Wang, Dennis Basso, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Narciso Rodriguez.

Here is the recap of Day 3 and 4 of Fashion Week, Fall 2010, in a different video format. Now you can view some of the pieces from a few of the designer's collections while gaining insight into the entire collection.

Designer mentions: Peter Som, Alexander Wang, Steven Oo of Academy of Art University, Lela Rose, Rebecca Taylor, Diane von Furstenberg, TonyCohen, Erin Fetherston, Rachel Roy, Thakoon.

 

In this video, check out how the designers fared on day 1 and 2 of Fashion Week for Fall 2010. Learn what carry-overs from Fall 09 and Spring 10 will be present, yet again, at the end of the year.

Designer mentions: BCBG Max Azria, L.A.M.B., Cynthia Steffe, Jason Wu, Christian Siriano, Rag & Bone, Nicole Miller