The Best of New York Fashion Week S/S 2012

Whilst the collections in New York have been varied and diverse, there have been several key trends that have emerged :  big and bold graphic patterns (Proenza Schouler and Diane Von Furstenberg), pastel silk separates (3.1 Philip Lim and Jil Sander), and a whole lot of white (The Row and Jenny Packman).  My favourite show so far has to be Rodarte.  Taking inspiration from Van Gogh's paintings and 'Sleeping Beauty' the duo delivered a collection of fantasy dresses; the cut being just as interesting as the pattern.

What have been your favourite looks or shows so far?

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New York FROW - September 2010

So far this season's New York fashion week hasn't failed to impress. Besides the incredible shows from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler and Alexander Wang, those fashionistas sat in the front row have also dreamed up numerous outfits for us mere mortals to drool over. Whilst these compilations haven't been quite so overt and eccentric as the usual, for me this enhances their appeal as they are something we can all at least attempt to achieve.

Below are a few of my favourite FROW outfits of the week so far:

Alexa Chung

This tiger certainly hasn't changed her stripes. Doing what she does best; preppy chic with a hint of adrogyny, Alexa has gone from show to show mixing classic Chanel bags with cutesy dresses by Philip Lim. My only quarm - the second dress screams 1940's matron at me.

The Rock Chics - Leighton Meester and Rachel Bilson

With leather predicted to be a huge trend for A/W 2010, it is no wonder these girls are jumping early on the bandwagon. Personally I love how Rachel has interpreted this grunge/biker look, the floaty fabric of her blouse juxtaposes perfectly against the durable texture of the shorts and shoes making for the ideal simplistic outfit.

The Glossy Girls - Olivia Palermo, Whitney Port and Diane Kruger

When Olivia Palermo, Whitney Port and Diane Kruger stepped out in New York, they turned up the style stakes a notch and brought with them a dose of much needed glamour. For Olivia, this was no doubt the perfect moment to premier her new haircut, yes my dears she has taken to the chop, you like or not? Me, I love it.

Out of the 3, Whitney is definitely the winner for me - those romantic ruffles, nude dress and perfectly coordinating shoes and lipstick all scream perfection.

Who are your favourites?

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