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Day 2 of #NYFW

Jason Wu was the first big designer to show his collection at NYFW on Friday, and of course his shows always guarantee top models. Jourdan Dunn, Hilary Rhoda, and Lui Wen, just to name a few. Karlie Kloss' last look (#43, second to last of the show) seemed to cause quite a stir on the social media aspect. I am certain every single stylist will be trying to get their hands on it for awards season - this dress is a winner for sure.

photo source clockwise from top left: style.com, instagram.com/intothegloss, nst.com, style.com

Rag and Bone stuck to their typical tom boyish looks, but this time they picked up the color just a bit. They seemed to have gone along with the traditional pastel theme - bold and brights though, as oppose to some of the more softer pastels we have been seeing so far on the runways. Every piece was kept simple, with small details such as pops of color or faint patterns. The models also sported a bold lip - perhaps a new trend for Spring 2014?

Rag and Bone (style.com)

Rebecca Minkoff went above and beyond for her show, typically designer events are exclusive, but she decided to invite in a few fans. Janelle Monae sang live, and the models strutted the runway to showcase her very Latin American inspired collection. One of my favorite looks was the finale look (first left below), Lindsey Wixson walked in a rose printed silk maxi that flowed with every move.

Rebecca Minkoff (style.com)

Another day, another dozen collections to check out. I'm off to meet up with a few au pairs and perhaps explore the city a little more. I love this time of year - fashion is everywhere!

xxx

Hashtag New York Fashion Week

Beauty shot from WWD

I don't know if it is the mere fact that #NYFW has taken over the twitter world, or if it is the constant live streaming of shows, but New York Fashion Week got me good this year. I am obsessed with constantly checking the shows, leading me to find even more designers I did not know existed. It is killing me that I will be occupied for a good 8 hours tomorrow for a photo shoot - meaning I cannot just sit with my macbook and love life. Today was an interesting day in the world of fashion for me as one of my favorites - Prabal Gurung - took to the runway and stole my heart, yet again. Military style, neutral palette, sex appeal and I was sold. Chunky knits, leather accents and killer shoes were all an added bonus. Then I get told that one of my classmates here in Toronto flew down to NY to walk in Alexander Wang's show (check out last photo), so excited for her! New York Fashion Week has just begun already I am hooked. xxx

Runway shot of Prabal Gurung (WWD)

Model (and my college classmate) Lauren English walking the runway at Alexander Wang (WWD)

A Little Summer Vacay

So tomorrow I am heading to The Pas, Manitoba (Canada) for a quick weekend away with a dear friend. I can guarantee that if none, very few of you have heard of this tiny little place up North, well I can tell you the lake up there (Clear Water Lake) is absolutely breathtaking and I will have photos when I return late Sunday evening! I stumbled across this cover and photo a few weeks back on myfdb, and I couldn't think of a better time to share. Kate Moss is fresh faced and darling, I hope you enjoy these as much as I do! I wont be blogging till I return, so have a good weekend everyone! xxx

Harpers Bazaar May 1998 (myfdb)

Prairie Girl 07.17.12

Earlier this week, myself and my friend Amanda went out for a drive and found the perfect spot for a mini photo shoot - off road in the Prairies. These are the final shots, enjoy! xxx

Model: Amanda L
Photographed and Styled by: Emma Kathleen

Sneak Peak: 07.17.12

Tonight as the sun was just perfect, my friend Amanda and I decided to have a little fun doing a photo shoot off road. More to come! xxx

Carine Roifeld and Tom Ford

There are not a whole lot of names that go together as smoothly as Tom Ford and Carine Roitfeld - my as well be salt and pepper. Tom Ford's eye wear collection for Fall 2012 is absolutely breathtaking, and to top it off he brought in close friend Carine Roitfeld as the fashion editor for the campaign. The models are Kati Nescher and Jonas Kessler, making it merely impossible to not want each and every piece of eye wear. xxx

 

View the rest of the campaign here.

Delightful Encounter: Vogue Italia

While looking around today, I came across some fantastic news - A girl I graduated high school with, Hilary Taylor, got herself into Vogue Italia! It is always pleasant to see anyone I know succeed, but of course it is always that much more special when it happens in the fashion industry. She is in the top right photo and the last two. Enjoy! xxx

 

 

 Vogue Italia/ Vogue.it

Photographer: Izabela Rachwal 

Style:  Liz Crawford and Kelli Miller for Sugar Blossom

Models: Sara Jordan, Coralee Sampson and Hilary Taylor