I’ve known about Christian Siriano ever since he was in Project Runway. That show was one of my inspiration to study fashion in college.
In this collection, I picked these pieces because of the dramatic silhouettes. Look at the architectural elements he put into these garments. I love the tailoring; he is giving a three-dimensional architectural quality. The form looks proportioned, I love the geometric shapes making these garments masterpieces- I can visually see these coming down the red carpet.
In the Alice + Olivia collection – you can envision romance. An inspiration shown throughout the garments was that of William Shakespeare. The first piece from the left showcases a ball gown skirt with brocade print and the front of the dress exhibits a v neckline. I love that the front looks simple but once turned, the back is exposed held by bow tie ribbons. The middle garment is a mini dress covered by a blazer with puff shoulders, adorn in embellishment, I love the touch of ribbon and the peekaboo lace on the wrists making it look romantic. And my last pick to the right is the same style as the first one with a minor change, a painting for the print. Overall, the collection is fantasy meets modern.
What more can I say? Christian Siriano for me is a remarkable and talented fashion designer. I have been a fan of his ever since his win in Project Runway. He understands a woman’s body, for those that don’t know- he includes plus size and for me that’s wonderful! For this collection he took me away by the floral, elegance and the presence of Audrey Hepburn.
Celebrating 20 years in fashion. This Collection must be talked about. The craftsmanship, glamour, and elegance caught my eye. I totally see all these looks down the red carpet for all future award shows.
In all seriousness I thought it was canceled. Until I looked at my calendar today and I was like, “Hold up, it’s 2021. Maybe it’s up and running?”
That’s when I went full research mode. First place I went to was nyfw.com and saw the schedule. “They are back!”
NY Fashion Week has changed to more of a digital experience. Also, the name has changed.
“SAY WHAT?!” Take a deep breath, exhale. I GOT ALL THE DETAILS.
The show is now schedule to go as the “American Collections Calendar.”
But I noticed there were a few changes. The BIG designers were out of the early schedule lineup. No Ralph Lauren, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors (he will debut his collection on 4/20 via multilayered digital experience) and the list goes on.
Not only did I find that change, but I noticed no crowds of people. Just a few to none in the audience, masks are mandatory and temperature/health checks were done prior of entering.
No more racing around the shows. As many spectators were not allowed. Most audiences were booked by appointment and if so, are all in the fashion industry. In my opinion, this may have saved money to the fashion houses. This is a big plus during these tough times.
Further down my searching, I stumbled across an article that stated
“Chairman of the CFDA Tom Ford announced that New York Fashion Week was adopting the American Collections Calendar, catering to the wave of designers opting out of showing during the typical fashion week calendar or choosing to present outside of New York.”
Let me break it down, designers are now able to show later in the season and not have to show their collections in NYC. They can show outside like Europe or Asia. It does not matter the location or the date they showcase. That’s something new. Oh, and let me mention, some or all designers have opted for a virtual show.
This of course has to do with COVID-19. Precautions are being met by following all CDC regulations and of the city.
What does that mean to the viewers?
CFDA has now implemented a digital platform to help designers bring their collections together called CFDA Runway360. Meaning, you can get to watch all the designers, wherever you are at and at any time. Not to mention, everything is there for the designer. What is inside the website? It has a brief description of the collection, the looks, BTS (if possible), a profile of the designer and past collections.
Go check it out.
In my honest opinion, I actually love this! I am more in tune of watching zoom meetings and interviews of the industry. I am more engaged of doing my research, not that I have not done it before. But I feel like we are taking a step at the right direction.
The council/industry is giving designers flexible time that is due as I feel like shows in the past may have been rushed due to a deadline, whereas now they have the rights to choose when they want to showcase their collection.
What do you think? Do you see Fashion Week all over the world changing? Do you like it or not? I would love to know your view. Comment below.
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