Michael Kors Spring 2013: Huffington Post Review

For Spring 2013, Michael Kors took on two distinct concepts: classic Americana style and iconic 60s mod. Seamlessly juxtaposing the two made for an upbeat and surprisingly unexpected collection.

With New Order’s Bizarre Love Triangle playing, the show began with classic pieces consisting of clever colorblocked trousers for men and women, button down shirts in vibrant primary hues and sleek outerwear. Kors’ mod incorporated streamlined mini dresses and skirts, low slung belts and trench coats; which featured large metal belt buckles indicative of that time. 60s inspiration also shined from the oversized buttons and playful Lucite platforms. This offering couldn’t have been farther from his African safari-inspired lineup from last Spring. This time, there was a crisp and refined finish to the clothes. Kors had a little something for everyone, starting with a plethora of color choices: bright whites, punched up solids and eye catching prints. To read more of my review, continue on Huffington Post Black Voices.

-xoxo-

Joy

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Chado Ralph Rucci Spring 2013: Huffington Post Review

The name Chado Ralph Rucci is synonymous with unmatched elegance and remarkable charm. Rucci designs clothing as a painter creates a masterpiece, with painstaking attention to detail and craftsmanship. Masterpiece would be best to describe Rucci’s covetable offering for Spring 2013.

The scene was set: Carmen Dell’Orefice sat gracefully (directly across from me, no less) in her front row seat wearing a gorgeous red coat by the designer and a pair of chic white kid gloves. The crowd was packed with dedicated Rucci fans, dressed to the nines in his creations. The runway and backdrop were a glistening metallic, which created a futuristic light at the end of the tunnel feel (although the photographers were not too keen on the reflection). And then one by one, Rucci sent down his wearable works of art. To read more of my review, continue on Huffington Post Black Voices.

-xoxo-

Joy

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