LFW Day 3...

Hi there kittens - happy Monday! London fashion week is in full swing - and I'm beyond obsessed. There's nothing I love more than scouring the collections and picking out trends and favorite looks. Yesterday's shows didn't disappoint either! Below are some of the best ensembles:

Both looks are by Mary Katrantzou and I'm just a little in love with the collection and her inspiration. Katrantzou was inspired by Pangea and the earth millions of years ago. I love the splitting of panels on the dresses and the floral and animal prints. Really awe-inspiring and creative!

There are a lot of looks incorporating sculptural inspiration and movement.
Left: Pringle of Scotland (Pringle used a 3D printer for their shapes!)
Right: Jonathan Saunders

Of course, it can't be spring without beautiful floral prints!
Left: Mulberry
Right: Matthew Williamson (love the tropical vibes!)

Definitely a surge of clothing for women going to work/having casual Friday...
(Thank god - who can possibly do errands in couture?!)
Left: Temperley London
Middle: Vivienne Westwood Red Label (Did you see the beauty for this show? Bizarre makeup!)
Right: Topshop Unique

What do you think about London's shows so far? Any supreme hits or misses? Let me know! 

Enjoy your Monday lovelies <3

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LFW Day 1 and 2...

Hello everyone and happy Sunday! I didn't get to post yesterday (weekends are so busy!). However, I'm back on track and ready to discuss some of my favorite looks from the beginning of London Fashion Week!

London and Paris are probably my two favorite cities of fashion month. I feel like London's designers really push the envelope and emphasize street style more (which is what most normal people are wearing anyway!!).

Let's check out the first two days of LFW and see the trends and best looks:

Fabulous 1960s inspired hues and prints - so feminine and bold!
Left: Orla Kiely
Right: House of Holland (one of my favorite collections, as always!)

Flouncy layers + floral prints? Sounds good to me!!
Left: Marchesa (my favorite LFW collection so far!)
Middle: Eudon Choi
Right: Preen by Thornton Bregazzi

We're continually seeing black and white graphic prints in simple shapes. So chic!
Left: Lulu & Co
Middle: McQ by Alexander McQueen
Right: Norma Kamali

 What do you think of LFW so far? Do you have a favorite trend?

Enjoy your Sunday kittens - see you tomorrow with more favorites <3

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The End of NYFW...

Happy Friday everyone! NYFW is officially over - and I think it was an amazing success! Here are the last few favorites from yesterday's shows, and then we'll discuss trends and I'll reveal my favorite overall look and collection!

Utilitarian fashion - so practical but still beautiful.
Both looks are Marc Jacobs.

More gowns!!
Left: Ralph Lauren
Right: J. Mendel

Some casual looks - long blouses and skirts, more punk and rock influence.
Left: Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony
Right: Calvin Klein Collection

Now let's recap the best of the trends from NYFW and make a determination of best look and collection!

Top Trends:

Long tops (grazing mid thigh)

Long skirts

Long coats (probably the most prominent trend)

Muted palette

Pastels and feminine hues (lilacs, dusty blues)

Floral prints

Graphic black and white prints

To top it all off, here it is - my FAVORITE look from NYFW Spring '15!!!!

The absolutely stunning Oscar de la Renta. One of my favorite collections overall.
Check out the trends: muted white dress in a floral print with a long coat combining bold colors with pastels. PERFECTION.

However, my favorite collection of course has to go to... THOM BROWNE!

Can you possibly get more creative than this? A cohesive and beautiful collection from start to finish AND head to toe. I'd like to live in ANY of these ensembles (AND ALL OF THE HATS).

What was your favorite collection from NYFW? What do you think of my picks?

Enjoy your Friday kittens <3

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NYFW Day Seven...

NYFW is still going strong! There were many unexpected looks and even more trend affirmation. I am SO looking forward to London Fashion Week starting tomorrow - of course, you can count on me to bring you some of the most fabulous looks from all of the runway shows!

Let's check out my favorite looks and trends from yesterday:

Bold black and white graphics are prominent in many collections.Left: Elizabeth and James
Right: Bibhu Mohapatra

Feminine laces and sheer florals are extremely delicate and beautiful.Left: Erin Fetherston
Middle: Betsey Johnson
Right: Michael Kors

Bold prints and fabrics in structured or unconventional shapes - WHY NOT!Left: Jeremy Scott
Middle: Anna Sui
Right: Proenza Schouler

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Do you have a favorite NYFW Spring '15 show? There are only a few shows left today, which I will highlight tomorrow, and then I will be awarding a favorite/least favorite look and collection!

Happy Thursday kittens <3

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NYFW Day Six...

It's so exciting to see how all of the NYFW trends are coming together. When I pull photos of my favorites and see that they all tie together, in color scheme or shape, I just feel elated. From what I've seen so far, Spring '15 is going to be a fabulous season. Below are some of my favorite looks and trends from yesterday's shows!

Mermaid-esque, drippy gowns? Yes please!
Left: Badgley Mischka
Right: Rodarte

More punk/rocker-chic looks!
Left: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Right: Maison Martin Margiela MM6

Lovely sportswear in yellow, black, and white.
Left: Cynthia Rowley
Right: J. Crew

Absolutely delightful tea dresses and florals - so feminine!
Both looks from Oscar de la Renta

Some really lovely pops of color in teals and oranges!
Left: Naeem Khan
Right: Theory

Structured pieces in black and white.
Left: Narcisco Rodriguez
Middle: Vera Wang
Right: Elie Tahari

Did you have a favorite collection at NYFW? What are your thoughts?

Happy Wednesday kittens <3

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NYFW Day Five...

Happy Tuesday everyone! Yesterday's shows were EVERYTHING - I am absolutely living for many of them, particularly Thom Browne's collection. Here are some of my favorite looks and trends from yesterday, as well as two of the best from Browne (it's almost impossible to pick only two!).

My two favorites from Thom Browne. That hat on the left practically made me cry - a mini bust of the outfit? It's just too much for me. The hats were custom made for each look (30 in all!). It's my favorite collection as a whole so far!

There are definitely some rocker vibes for Spring '15! I'm excited about this trend most of all.
Left: Libertine
Right: Tommy Hilfiger

Some stunning gowns so far - lots of different cut outs and creative silhouettes.
Left: Reem Acra
Right: Zac Posen

Navy seems to be a a major player in these collections, especially in long boxy shapes.
Left: The Row
Middle: Rag & Bone
Right: Karen Walker

Playful colors and florals are still very prominent, which is good for spring obviously!
Left: Alice + Olivia
Middle: Carolina Herrera
Right: Donna Karan

What did you think of yesterday's looks? Did you love or hate Thom Browne? Let me know!

Enjoy your Tuesday kittens <3

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NYFW Day Four...

I hope everyone had a great weekend! Are you all are enjoying #NYFW as much as I am?! I can't get enough of looking at pictures on Instagram, Twitter, and Style.com. All of the collections for Spring '15 are so exciting so far. I'm really into the lovely color palette, long coats, and light fabrics. It's going to be such a chic spring!

Here are some of my favorites from the collections yesterday. I love having a fashion recap!

I'm using #FashionFavorites on Twitter to talk about these looks - don't forget to follow me there! @FashionMaeven

Left: Tracy Reese
Right: Victoria Beckham 

Left: Opening Ceremony
Middle: Thakoon
Right: Versus Versace

Left: DKNY
Middle: Nanette Lepore
Right: Diane Von Furstenberg

Overall, my favorite collections from yesterday would probably have to be a tie between Thakoon and Opening Ceremony. Really great patterns from both runways! My biggest disappointment was from Victoria Beckham - I felt like the clothing was too simple to be exciting for me, especially coming from her.

What did you think of yesterday's showings? Are you excited for today's looks? Let me know your favorites!

Enjoy your Monday, kittens <3

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