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Lookbooks are one of the best parts of the resort season, which kicked off earlier this month. It’s fun to see the different models and settings the designers choose—from Joan Smalls on a rainy city street for Givenchy to Elisabeth Erm in the bottom of a pool for Chloé. We’ve culled a few of our favorite shots from the new collections below.

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Pleats and leather at Alexander Wang.

Oversized pants and nautical hues at Chloé.

Head-to-toe zig-zags at Proenza Schouler (available in selected stores).

Lustrous black leather at Helmut Lang.

Graphic prints and leather details at Opening Ceremony.

Slouchy trousers and sweeping hemlines at Theyskens’ Theory.

Sailor stripes and bra tops at Marc Jacobs.

Rich draping and oversized ruffles at Lanvin.

Tropical shadows and exposed midriffs at Jason Wu.

Dainty floral prints at Erdem.

Autumnal hues and Asian-style silhouettes at Marni.

Slivers of skin and black and white at A.L.C.

Busy prints and hints of goth at Givenchy (available in selected stores).

Pinstripes and lace at Thakoon.

Sporty meets sheer at 3.1 Phillip Lim.

Sculptural shapes in black and white at Balenciaga (available in selected stores).

—Mary O’Regan

May 16, 2013

Marni + Romina Quirós

The latest brand/artist collaboration puts the spotlight on Romina Quirós, an Argentine illustrator whose elegant, minimal drawings appear on fall accessories from Marni. To celebrate the partnership, creative director Consuelo Castiglioni had panels featuring Quirós’s drawings installed in the company’s Milan showroom.

 

Quirós’s creative process is as simple as her artwork: she begins with a black blot on the page, and from there, playful characters emerge. Check out her work on this leather-trimmed iPad sleeve.

 

—Mary O’Regan

Check out this video demonstrating the step-by-step process of assembling Marni’s coveted ‘Polka Dot’ handbag. It captures just how painstakingly handcrafted each bag is, down to the last dot.

Left to right: Marni ‘Polka Dot’ Frame Handbag (Coal/Nomad/Honey) | Marni ‘Polka Dot’ Leather Clutch | Marni ‘Polka Dot’ Frame Handbag (Coal/Lily)

Nasiba is fast becoming one of my favorite street-style icons. She has a city-girl aesthetic and always adds a touch of the unexpected to her ensembles.

This week, I’ve noticed an emerging monogram trend, and Nasiba’s structured clutch is one of the best examples. New goal: find someone to make me a clutch emblazoned with my name!

xo, Crystal

Shop similar styles:

Bold Dresses | Statement Clutches | Black Blazers

Shop our Editors’ Picks to recreate this look:

Marni Large Dot Dress | Diane von Furstenberg Clutch | MICHAEL Michael Kors Jacket

Back again on The Thread, the striking Liz is having a standout sartorial week. The L.A.-based blogger (Late Afternoon) says she’s having an amazing time at FW, despite the roller-coaster weather.

I love a girl in a suit, and Liz’s gorgeous color choice makes the look even better! But it’s not just the suit: From the accessories to her metallic booties, Liz knocked this look out of the park.

xo, Crystal

Shop similar styles:

Metallic Shoe Trend | Colorful Handbags | Vintage-Inspired Sunglasses Trend

Shop our Editors’ Picks to recreate this look:

Pour la Victoire Bootie | Marni Stud Clutch | Miu Miu Round Sunglasses

Timeless black and white is looking anything but bland right now. Brazen prints are making all those bright colors we’ve seen for so many seasons look demure. Wear a graphic black-and-white print all on its own, or layer on a pop of color for a statement-making optical punch. Ready to get bold and beautiful? Here are a few Editor’s Picks to get you on your way.

Collective Concepts Stripe Skirt

kate spade new york ‘davis’ capri pants



Lela Rose Lace Sheath Dress | Marni Edition Knit Skirt | Tibi Colorblock Shift Dress
Tibi Silk Shift Dress | Kelly Wearstler Knit Pencil Skirt | Alice + Olivia Drape Front Cardigan

Our Designer Buying Team just returned from Europe after a busy trip devoted to attending Fashion Week runway shows and buying appointments (dream jobs!). Here’s a small roundup of pictures they snapped while on location in Paris, London and Milan.

  View from the window of the spectacular Yves Saint Laurent showroom on the top floor of the Grand Palais.

A very popular canine visitor at the Miu Miu showroom.

Michael with a model at Stella McCartney.

Ready-to-Wear Team at Stella McCartney.

Designer Shoe Buyer, John, at Chloé.

Shopping the famous Via Spiga while in Milan.

John with his mobile camera tent at Dolce&Gabbana.

Browsing the Dolce&Gabbana runway collection.

At Marni discussing shoe possibilities for future campaigns.

All cameras pointed to the stage at Alexander McQueen.

In love with this honeycomb Alexander McQueen gown.

Buying team (and Pete Nordstrom) waiting outside Alexander McQueen.

I’ve taken a few photos of Kristina in the past, and she is a master of the casual chic ensemble. I love her eye for details, especially her rose-gold toe caps and leather-detail top.

As the fashion editor of Oprah Magazine, it’s no surprise that she has an eye for style. Although it’s still not quite fall in NY, she says she has an arsenal of booties and sweaters she can’t wait to break out. As do I!

xo, Crystal

Shop similar styles:

Cap-Toe Shoes | Leather Detail for Fall | Covetable Carryalls

Shop our Editor’s Picks to re-create this look:

VC Signatrue Carrie Flat
Marni Leather Front Sweater
Tory Burch City Satchel







Colorblock Organza Dress | Leather Crossbody Bag | Mary Jane Sandal

Shop all Marni. Browse our other Designer Collections.

Seattle’s finest came out for a night of shopping, nibbling and ogling as we previewed fall’s top designer looks on the runway at Pier 91. Check out the attendee outfit snippets we managed to capture between glasses of champagne:

We spotted several Herve Leger signature bandage dresses, and with good reason—they’re ultra-flattering and perfect for cocktail hour.

The party was full of Chanel bags—they were everywhere you turned. It was fun seeing all the variations. (Love the Alexander McQueen scarf too!)

Baby got back…and cutouts are the best way to show it off. The woman on the left is Marguerite Parsley, our Marketing Director of Events, Designer & Cosmetics, wearing an ultrachic Marni dress.

It’s easy to spot Christian Louboutins, but those neon/nude mystery heels are what have us drooling. Anyone know the brand?

Think prints for fall! The Asian-themed floral on the dress at right is oh-so-chic and looks perfect with hot-pink heels.

Hello, little white dresses. They’re short, sweet and simple. You can’t go wrong.

We spy a Louis Vuitton bag and Miu Miu heels!

Feast your eyes on this studded yellow Versace dress from the spring 2012 collection. It’s off-the-hook incredible, and that’s all there is to it.

Valentino on the left and a stunning Roberto Cavalli cape on the right. The ideal fashion sandwich.

An amazing sunset capped off the event. Thanks to all who came out! If you weren’t able to make it to the show, be sure to check out our runway images and see fall’s designer collections in action!