New York SS10: Highlights Vol. 2

…because this season’s NYFW proffered too much talent to be encapsulated by just one.

If Spurr aimed for Bowie and fell slightly short of the mark, then Phillip Lim cited beatniks when Bowie seems to be the genuine deserver of credit. In his review at Men’s Style, Josh Peskowitz observed the distinctly 80s bent, (the abundance of liquid-looking black leather, shimmer metallic accents and cropped, lean pants) suggesting, perhaps, that this SS10 collection was more vibrant glam-rock than smooth jazz. Either way, you needn’t give a toss since it’s all both wearable and want-able.

Oh, and you’re right, by the way, it IS Spring/Summer…just not as we know it. Navy and black are back (not that they ever left for me, being the monochromatic-fanatic that I am…). Do be good to yourself and say no to the sandals, though.

^ 3.1 Phillip Lim SS10

Unlike some of the haute critics out there, I’m not really that bothered if a particular collection’s coherent or not or maintains its thread of inspiration/vision/whatever throughout each look. SO, I’m going to exclude approx. half (the wishy-washy-hued sportswear component) of Richard Chai’s collection and laud the remainder without limit. Interestingly, I’ve – yet again – selected looks composed of black and shades of blue, which hints at a serious lack of objectivity in the fair presentation of collections on my part but I mean, come on, these are the diamonds among the rough.

Chai’s collaboration with Keds on the footwear seems a veritable triumph, particularly loving the zippered ones.

Now, the noteworthy deets of some other designers’ endeavours so far…

^ What I like to call Patrik Ervell‘s hundreds-and-thousands-topped ice-cream collection. A delicous range of pastel shades accompanied by a smattering of all-over print – perfect for Summer sabbatical at the seaside.

^ Loden Dager‘s ultra-light, ultra-red nylon shorts-suit. ‘Nuff said, really.

^ Canvas classics reworked in mesh at Lacoste. Almost like sporting a tennis-net on your feet…anyone else getting that?

^ Bow-shorts at Duckie Brown. Yes, Duckie Brown…really, I had trouble believing it too. No bother with wanting them, though. PS. for a good LOL check out the v. fetching nappies.

Images from Men’s Style