Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012


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Theyskens' Theory Runway Fall 2012

We've come to expect ultra-sleek basics and cool, artful takes on classic style from Theyskens' Theory — tonight, Olivier Theyskens did not disappoint with his Fall '12 collection. From gorgeously tailored jackets to sweaters that slouch in all the right places, to more refined ladylike, ethereal creations, it's a show filled with quite a few must-have items. Our full runway report is coming Read more

Marc Jacobs Fall 2012


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Marc Jacobs Runway Fall 2012

One thing's for sure — nothing is off limits or out of the realm of possibility when Marc Jacobs is at the helm. Set in a storybook-inspired castle-in-ruins wonderland, he presented his Fall '12 lineup with more than just a little fashion fanfare. The first word that comes to mind? Hats! And lots of them; each one more wonderfully whimsical than the one before. These wild toppers, in addition Read more

Carolina Herrera Fall 2012


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Carolina Herrera Fall 2012

Carolina Herrera delivered her quintessential elegance in brilliant red gowns, shimmering red-carpet-worthy dresses, and refined separates for her Fall collection. Pleasing both the celebrity clientele and polished working women, Herrera displayed her magnitude for the classics and modernity in one graceful swoop. Classic ballgowns were sharpened with angles and diaphanous silk dresses were swept Read more

Chris Benz Fall 2012


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Chris Benz Fall Runway 2012

Chris Benz described his retro collection, “like a little kid watching your mom getting ready for a holiday party.” For Fall, the designer took a trip to the '50s and '60s with a festive array of sequins, lamé, and floral prints complete with throwback bouffants. Vibrant-hued trousers and cropped jackets were fresh and fun, while voluminous tulle skirts and metallic dresses provided a quirky Read more

Preen Fall 2012


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Preen Fall 2012

Drawing inspiration from Victorian-era scrapbooks and abstract expressionists, Preen's Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi crafted a set of clean, cool silhouettes washed in bold color, florals, and collage-like prints for Fall '12. It's a cool-girl juxtaposition that plays out in this collection — minimalist separates dressed up in textured, overlapping prints and sequins create an almost Read more

Donna Karan Fall 2012


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Donna Karan Fall 2012

Somewhere, Marlene Dietrich is smiling. Donna Karan's Fall 2012 collection gave menswear a seductive turn, somehow making the double-breasted suit look just as sexy as the fitted dresses. Whereas past collections felt loose and languid as a yoga pose, this latest collection was all about sharp tailoring and even sharper edges. Blazers had pointed shoulders, tops had extra wide, stiff cuffs, Read more

3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2012


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3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2012

Phillip Lim showed a bookish, workwear-inspired cool for Fall '12 — some of the models even carried briefcase-style clutches down the runway. The designer offering up tapered trousers, fitted blazers, and his signature slouchy yet structured knits, all playing into a pretty, polished glamour that's perfect for the office. The collection was a refreshing mix of youthfulness (bright pops of Read more

Rachel Roy Fall 2012


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Rachel Roy Fall 2012

True to form, Rachel Roy delivered a delightfully wearable collection of bold-hued knits and dresses, homing in on the perfect balance of easy separates and keen architectural detail for Fall '12. Roy excels in crafting pieces women want to wear — it's that mix of the understated, like slouchy knits in brilliant colors, and the sharpness of a well-executed cut — and the backs of Roy's evening Read more

Learn How Olivier Theyskens Mixes the Old With the New For Fall 2012


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Olivier Theyskens Fall 2012 Interview

Olivier Theyskens delivered loads of leather, sparkly boucle jackets, and all things cool for Theyskens' Theory's Fall 2012 collection. The designer told us the inspiration for his retro meets modern designs, and revealed that he doesn't get nervous before a big show! Watch our entire interview with the master of downtown cool right here. On Allison McNamara: H&M blouse. Read more

Go Backstage with Grandma-Chic Beauty Looks at Theyskens' Theory


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Beauty at Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012

Theyskens' Theory is known for cool, downtown looks, and the Fall 2012 collection is rather inspired: by Grandma! Effortless hair floated down the runway thanks to a neat hair trick, and the makeup palette included warm bronze shades, taken from someone Granny might look at for beauty inspiration: the late Italian designer Elsa Schiaparelli. On Annie: BCBG; hair by TRESemmé. Read more