Pretty in the Queen City

Backstage with Ouidad at #MBFW

Timo Weiland’s signature pops of color, custom prints, and modern interpretations of classic silhouettes speak to their uptown meets downtown approach to design.  Ouidad decided to go with a similar free spirited hair look.  The look was surfers gone wild.  The Timo Weiland fashion house is relaxed, young, and trendy… think Hawaii in the 60s and the 70s.  Ouidad went for natural, relaxed styles… loose updos and a few hats.   They created a look of urban beauty and glamour, and to do that they used the Ouidad Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel, Tress Effects Styling Gel and Play Curl Volumizing Foam.  "This season you’re going to see lots and lots of texture.  You’re going to see free, loose curls… tight curls… freedom!  It’s all about expressing yourself and being free", says Ouidad. Stylists used small amounts of Ouidad Climate Control Heat and Humidity Gel, Tress Effects Styling Gel and Play Curl Volumizing Mousse on models before pulling hair into loose, low ponytails and twisting under.   Some were finished with oversize, backwards baseball caps while others were twisted into more polished twists.

*Images Courtesy of Kristen Somody Whalen

Calvin Klein Spring/Summer 2012

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Kerastase at Rodarte Spring/Summer 2012

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Ralph Lauren Spring/Summer 2012

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3.1 Phillip Lim Spring/Summer 2012

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Anna Sui Spring/Summer 2012

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Milly by Michelle Smith Spring/Summer 2012

I have looked at this photo a thousand times today. How fabulous is this ensemble! Designer Michelle Smith creates timeless silhouettes with a smart, sexy, feminine flair. This iconic brand is known for exquisite prints and colors. 

Celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Victoria Beckham, Beyoncé, and Thandie Newton are devoted to Michelle Smith. And it's obvious why! Sophisticated and glamorous, the Milly collection embodies modern sensibility with a vintage vibe. 

This gives a great 60s' vibe which has been seen on the runways quite a bit for Spring/Summer 2012. I LOVE it. I know what you'll see me in when Spring rolls around!

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Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2012

Michael Kors plans to take us on a Safari. Ok, maybe not but his Spring 2012 collection WAS inspired by his three safari trips to Africa.While I do agree that Kors knows how to take a woman from coffee to cocktails, I wasn't a huge fan of the latest collection ONLY because it seemed to have a gladiator look. I am not 5'10 and don't fit the category of "chic-globetrotter" which is what Kors used to describe his runway models.

Many of the fashionistas I know were literally counting down the moments til the Kors show. Those that weren't there in person were streaming the show live on the computer. 

This was probably one of my favorite pieces from the show that included print.Print is IN and I'm diggin' this safari look.

Whether I loved the entire collection or not, I will always remain a die hard Michael Kors fan. What did you think of Kors latest collection? 

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Spotted: Betsey Johnson ends Finale with Cartwheel and Split!

I'm never surprised at what Betsey Johnson has planned for her shows. She always brings color and fun and this year was no different. How did she end her show? By doing a cartwheel and landing in a split. Umm I hope I can do that when I am 69. Goes to show, when you stick with the industry you love....you are happy and healthy!

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Betsey Johnson Spring/Summer 2012

Betsey Johnson always brings a fun show! This piece is very 80s rock n' roll. Lovin' it!

 

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