DAY FOUR: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
BY GARY WASSNER
LOVESHACKFANCY
I don’t know how to fully describe the phenomenon of LoveShackFancy. People are passionate about this brand. The presentation was teeming with women dressed head-to-toe in their clothing, dancing and partying with the models. From young girls to mature women, it brings smiles to their faces.
Though the company was founded in 2013, it has matured into a lifestyle brand in the past few years, adding category after category, opening store after store, all in the same spirit as the first collection of bridesmaids dresses the designer, Rebecca Hessel Cohen, began her design career with. And this is the magic that generates such ardent loyalty among their consumers; the story is thoroughly consistent, the customer is clear, the experience is primary and emotional. And this season is no exception. Rebecca told me that this time she wanted to bring her femininity to New York City life.
Romance is in the air. The brand delivers everything expected of it and more. Pastel colors, especially pinks, feminine trims and fabrics, vintage touches, easy silhouettes, and fluid dresses dominate. Accessories that all complement the LoveShackFancy vibe. For this company, the future is nothing but bright, both figuratively and literally. It’s just an extraordinarily happy brand of flower children and peace. From their perspective, life is good. This is the very special one to watch!
STUDIO 189
Studio 189 outdid itself this season. Prints galore. Vibrant colors. Mixed media. Print-on-print. Patchworks and stripes. Easy, unisex silhouettes. Some tailoring in the fabulous jackets but nothing too severe that could take away from the calm and casual vibe. The menswear was a standout this season. And that’s not to say the womenswear wasn’t. In fact the whole collection made me smile, with the flowing dresses and incredible prints. Such a joyful collection. And the show itself was an experience. Bravo to this team for creating such a unique show so full of passion and truth. One for everyone to watch.
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DAY SIX FEATURES
FASHION REPORTNYFW ends with a powerful explosion of glamour & glitz, topping off a week filled with garden party florals, sweet slip dresses, pure whites, lovely lace and a cocktail of juicy oranges.
ONES TO WATCHTheophilio is a Brooklyn born collection designed by Edvin Thompson. The brand celebrates the struggle and overcoming of disadvantages, an inspiring modus operandi.
DAY FIVE FEATURES
FASHION REPORTFlounces get big and bouncy, black-and-white evolves, all bodies are celebrated, New York City’s melting pot is reflected in designers’ far-flung inspirations and yellow is the color of the moment.
ONES TO WATCHMaisie Schloss, the founder and designer of Maisie Wilen, knows what she wants. Without hesitation, she designs bold, bright and beautiful pieces that enhance the body and flatter the soul.
DAY FOUR FEATURES
FASHION REPORTSheer chiffons and gentle colors herald spring romance, cool city girls get tailored, vivid stripes bring joy, denim shows its artisanal side and mirror-finish silver becomes the metal of choice.- ONES TO WATCHI don’t know how to fully describe the phenomenon of LoveShackFancy. People are passionate about this brand.
DAY THREE FEATURES
FASHION REPORTFine art informs prints, workwear goes soft, lingerie gets a Goth twist, tie-dye glows up and the color purple reigns supreme.
ONES TO WATCHMarrisa Wilson designs a joyful collection! Looking at it generates happiness. That’s not easy to accomplish these days.
DAY TWO FEATURES
FASHION REPORTGiant flowers, pretty grunge, faded jeans, highlighter greens & the craze for crochet.
ONES TO WATCHOne/Of by Patricia Voto is a modern New York collection of unique, bespoke pieces, utilizing reclaimed fabrics and findings. Sophisticated and easy, the silhouettes are extremely flattering.
DAY ONE FEATURES
FASHION REPORTNYFW bounds into Spring 23 with luscious pinks, elegant takes on camo, delicate lingerie, recut shirtings and a new appreciation for traditional women’s crafts.
ONES TO WATCHAnthony Hendrickson does something that has become extremely hard to do these days. He designs a primarily denim focused collection that is thoroughly unique and fun.
FGI COMMUNIQUÉ CURATORS
SHARON GRAUBARDFounder/Creative Director of MintModa
NICOLE FISCHELISFashion/Art Forecasting and FGI Board Member
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