Resort 2011 Roundup

 For work I covered the amazing collaboration between Oscar de la Renta and Lee Jofa in conjunction with Oscar's Resort 2011 collection (check it out if you haven't) and I've already given you a rundown on the Gypset fashions Karl Lagerfeld debuted for Chanel's cruise line, but here are some of the shows I haven't gotten to you.  I'm trying to be more selective in the looks I show, which to be honest, wasn't that hard.  Far and beyond de la Renta and Chanel were the best, but hi, they are also couture.  So there's that!

 

DVF was... black but on a less somber note it was also completely wearable, completely chic and timeless with that youthful edge we've come to expect from Dian von Furstenberg.

 

I did really love Lanvin's classic collection of suits, fashion forward swimsuits and some undeniably girlie pieces.  That white dress on the bottom left is kind of the best thing I've seen in a while. Killer.

 

It's no secret that my sun rises and sets with Tory Burch; one day I'd like to say that about Hermes and Chanel, but for now we are here, and I don't hate it.  Her collection was inspired by a recent trip to Rajasthan, so with that being said, there is definitely and ethnic, other world aspect to her collection, which I enjoy, I just don't understand howww the styling of this collection turned into a homage to derelict from Zoolander.  Again, I'm trying to only pick things that I like, and I totally respect her for turning out the most interesting of what I saw on Style.com, but just take a gander at some I didn't include.  

 

 

I just love the patterns and the colors; this feels like a resort collection should feel, you know, like you've packed your bags, checked into a exotic hotel under an new alias and plan on telling everyone you were born in the Swiss Alps. I'm not quite sure what is going on with those boots though. Its as though Ugg and Minketonka had sex and you know what happens when cousins procreate...

 

 

 

She also showed a few looks for the girl to who resort means actually going to the Swiss Alps. These I can't really get behind as much.  The one on the top left kinda looks like something MJ would be into while the one on the right looks like something MK would wear in the middle of July.  I don't know any girl that is a little MK and a little MJ but at least they look Tory Burch.

 

Issac Mizrahi is a master and I thought his collection was really just spot on.  He designs for women across the ages and I thought these were particularly great examples of All American style.

Thanks so much to Style.com for all these pictures and to all the photographers! There are plenty more shows to peruse so be sure to check them out as well!

Debunking Gypset Fashion with Chanel's Cruise 2011 Collection {With Help From Mathew Williamson and Jules Reid}

Last night I joined all my gorgeous, glamourous and famous friends in St.Tropez for the debut of Chanel's Cruise 2011 Collection. I was really excited to see my good friend Karl and be there for possibly one of his last collections!  Here are all the pictures I took, some photographer from Women's Wear Daily helped, a little.

For the work blog I've been writing about the gypset lifestyle and how it relates to home decor so now I get a chance to focus more on the fashion aspect of this jet setting way of life. When I think of gypset I think of above; the big billowy shape and crazy pattern. You can wear this as a cover up or gown and when you are living in a fabulous beach town, there isn't much time to change between the two.

Loved that most of the models walked barefoot down the catwalk, which was really a boardwalk.

My grandma Sybil definitely wore something like this back in the day

And I would want to wear something like this right now.

Maybe I'll wear gobs of jewelry to the beach.  Maybe I'll look like a total freak.

I think this is my favorite. I just love how its fun and flirty but at the same its really wearable.

I would love to see my mom in this; that obi belt is uber flattering.

Little White Suits

Love this evening dress with the sheer bottom, its perfect for a black tie summer event

I love these boots, not interested in the rest

This is great for anyone who wants to be a real life Lady Gaga

This is a fun like ode to the seventies

I'd be smiling if I was her too. Another designer that celebrates this carefree world win lifestyle is Matthew Williamson.  Williamson has been a favorite among the socialite crowd since the brand's inception in 2007.  Since then he has taken over as creative head at Emilio Pucci while continuing to grow his own line {you've surely seen some of his designs on Gossip Girl... when Blair goes to give Chuck's uncle a rimmer for the hotel back...} Here are some of my favorite looks from his Spring/Summer collections.

Many people think that putting a bright scarf around your head means you are a haute-boho babe, but really its about taking inspiration from all your travels and putting them into an outfit.  The harem pant, as unflattering and diaper-ass as it is, takes it roots from India and paired with a Parisian inspired sequined blazer and an all-American white tank... you've hit three continents. 

I love all the tribal inspired prints and elements throughout his Spring collection.

 You can shop most of the looks here if you've got a couple of g's to spend.  A designer who is soon to be known just as well as Williamson is Jules Reid. I can't remember where it was when I stumbled on her site, but I'm glad I did.  Her collection works everywhere from NYC, the Hamptons or even St. Tropez.  Here are some of my favorites:

The Ultimate Party Dress $1750

The Harper One $495

I wish I was tall enough to pull these off! The Wyatt Pant $495. {This pant is also being carried at Calypso}

 

The Beatrice Tunic Dress $495 

Love this Charlotte Top. $675 

It stands to reason that this isn't Jules' first time at the career rodeo.  First a power broker, then interior designer and now fashion designer, Reid takes her inspiration from living in India for a time along paired with her NYC street smarts.  Her designs are fun and fresh and although the tunic is a fashion staple, these all look original.  Check out her site here for more from the designer/mother.  I'll be stalking like no other for a sale!