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		<title>The Best of New York Fashion Week, Fall 2017</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[From Calvin Klein to Oscar de la Renta, Victoria Beckham to Brandon Maxwell, Carolina Herrera, Diane Von Furstenburg and many&#8230;]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From Calvin Klein to Oscar de la Renta, Victoria Beckham to Brandon Maxwell, Carolina Herrera, Diane Von Furstenburg and many more&#8230;, see the best looks here:<span id="more-2970"></span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-brandon-maxwell-01-imaxtree.jpg" alt="Brandon Maxwell didn't waste time. His first look out was a black leather mini on Joan Smalls. Legs for days countered by long sleeves—also black leather— and a covered-up schoolgirl collar and a sweet layered scalloped hem. Fierce, confident, feminine, smart. " /></p>
<p>Brandon Maxwell didn&#8217;t waste time. His first look out was a black leather mini on Joan Smalls. Legs for days countered by long sleeves—also black leather— and a covered-up schoolgirl collar and a sweet layered scalloped hem. Fierce, confident, feminine, smart.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-brandon-maxwell-15-imaxtree.jpg" alt="What followed were body-con looks without being clingy; more molded and tailored precisely to his women's figures and less restricted, whether he was working in leather, wool or cashmere. Jumpsuits and trousers with long wide legs; breathtakingly mini skirts and dresses; blouses and tops either cropped or carved out at the waist.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
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<h3>BRANDON MAXWELL</h3>
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<p>What followed were body-con looks without being clingy; more molded and tailored precisely to his women&#8217;s figures and less restricted, whether he was working in leather, wool or cashmere. Jumpsuits and trousers with long wide legs; breathtakingly mini skirts and dresses; blouses and tops either cropped or carved out at the waist.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-brandon-maxwell-36-imaxtree.jpg" alt="Maxwell likes to go big just as much as he likes to go body-skimming, showing a sweeping ballgown, dramatically in all black. But not before Bella Hadid sizzled along in a floor-length gown that screamed &quot;bombshell.&quot; " /></p>
<p>Maxwell likes to go big just as much as he likes to go body-skimming, showing a sweeping ballgown, dramatically in all black. But not before Bella Hadid sizzled along in a floor-length gown that screamed &#8220;bombshell.&#8221;</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-narciso-rodriguez-28-getty.jpg" alt="One of the neatest details was the way he treated sleeves on several dresses and tops: hyper-extending the sleeve and then carving out the front of it to create a cape-like effect.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<h3>NARCISCO RODRIGUEZ</h3>
<p>One of the neatest details was the way he treated sleeves on several dresses and tops: hyper-extending the sleeve and then carving out the front of it to create a cape-like effect.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-narciso-rodriguez-25-getty.jpg" alt="Rodriguez kept coat silhouettes long and fluid with unstructured shoulders and collars and pants at a cropped length—the better to show off pointy-toed booties in matching gray, winter white, pumpkin and black tones.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<p>Rodriguez kept coat silhouettes long and fluid with unstructured shoulders and collars and pants at a cropped length—the better to show off pointy-toed booties in matching gray, winter white, pumpkin and black tones.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-michael-kors-49.jpg" alt="His color palette spoke to the brand's favored neutrals: black, camel, gray. Think of it as the triumvirate of luxury. But also injected were oxblood, gold, silver and military green for good measure—all used everything from printed furs to cashmere. " /></p>
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<h3>MICHAEL KORS</h3>
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<p>His color palette spoke to the brand&#8217;s favored neutrals: black, camel, gray. Think of it as the triumvirate of luxury. But also injected were oxblood, gold, silver and military green for good measure—all used everything from printed furs to cashmere.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-michael-kors-11.jpg" alt="Kors' runway also promoted diversity. Diversity of texture (fur, sequins, cashmere, leather, fringe!) and silhouette (slinky, cocoon, fitted, tailored, high-waisted), but also models. There were girls of every color and creed, size and age. Well, relatively on the age. " /></p>
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<h3>MICHAEL KORS</h3>
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<p>Kors&#8217; runway also promoted diversity. Diversity of texture (fur, sequins, cashmere, leather, fringe!) and silhouette (slinky, cocoon, fitted, tailored, high-waisted), but also models. There were girls of every color and creed, size and age. Well, relatively on the age.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-marchesa-13-getty.jpg" alt="Isabelle Huppert and Emma Stone, two reddish brunettes, could pull off the darker romantic tones that were sent out. But Stone, in her 20s, might favor the more lavish ballgown types while Huppert, in her 60s might not need the drama of a gown. Perhaps the black columns with gold or silver florals for her. And it would be nice to see Nicole Kidman, with that height and hair, wear the gunmetal sequined dress with the plunging neckline. " /></p>
<h3>MARCHESA</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-marchesa-15-getty.jpg" alt="The sheer dresses with fur and feathers feel like the right speed for the gamine actresses like Michelle Williams and Naomi Harris. Harris could probably pull off just about any of these dresses, if we're being honest. Beaded olive, dripping in delicate beaded embroidery, would be just the thing for Octavia Spencer. " /></p>
<p>The sheer dresses with fur and feathers feel like the right speed for the gamine actresses like Michelle Williams and Naomi Harris. Harris could probably pull off just about any of these dresses, if we&#8217;re being honest. Beaded olive, dripping in delicate beaded embroidery, would be just the thing for Octavia Spencer.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-marchesa-27-getty.jpg" alt="Which brings us to the grande dames Viola Davis and Meryl Streep. Here, it's more about the confidence of the woman and less about the dress. While Viola we can dream about Davis in one of those pale gowns with deep red floral embroidery, she could also pull off the understated strapless green silk. Streep? It's anyone's guess. Though she does like a bit of a plunging neckline... " /></p>
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<h3>MARCHESA</h3>
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<p>Which brings us to the grande dames Viola Davis and Meryl Streep. Here, it&#8217;s more about the confidence of the woman and less about the dress. While Viola we can dream about Davis in one of those pale gowns with deep red floral embroidery, she could also pull off the understated strapless green silk. Streep? It&#8217;s anyone&#8217;s guess. Though she does like a bit of a plunging neckline&#8230;</p>
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<div class="gallery-slide--credits"><span class="gallery-slide--image-provider"><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ralph-lauren-33-getty.jpg" alt="The silk road continued for evening, with a bevy of lustrous long gowns in crushed monotone silk or subtle florals. In a few places, Lauren brought in an exotic theme, seen in the sari-like shoulder drape of one gown or the print of another.&amp;nbsp; " /></span></div>
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<h3>RALPH LAUREN</h3>
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<p>The silk road continued for evening, with a bevy of lustrous long gowns in crushed monotone silk or subtle florals. In a few places, Lauren brought in an exotic theme, seen in the sari-like shoulder drape of one gown or the print of another.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ralph-lauren-19-getty.jpg" alt="There's always an element of leather and denim chez Ralph, this time seen in sexy motorcycle pants, a jumpsuit and a great belted jacket worn with harem pants—all black-on-black. " /></p>
<p>There&#8217;s always an element of leather and denim chez Ralph, this time seen in sexy motorcycle pants, a jumpsuit and a great belted jacket worn with harem pants—all black-on-black.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ralph-lauren-04-getty.jpg" alt="Sporty separates like gently tailored blazers and button-downs mixed with day dresses cut either crisp and architectural or silky and fluid and crochet dresses. Lauren varied his silhouettes to give his clients variety but kept the earthy palette consistent, adding in leopard totes and satchels, snake platform sandals and bold, tribal metal necklaces to anchor it all.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<p>Sporty separates like gently tailored blazers and button-downs mixed with day dresses cut either crisp and architectural or silky and fluid and crochet dresses. Lauren varied his silhouettes to give his clients variety but kept the earthy palette consistent, adding in leopard totes and satchels, snake platform sandals and bold, tribal metal necklaces to anchor it all.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-gabriela-hearst-11.jpg" alt="Gabriela Hearst&amp;nbsp;has quietly built an understated yet strong and loyal (and quite large) fanbase in just a few seasons. Women respond to her clothes, which can be described much the same way: understated, strong, etc. Fall was right in step, adding in vibrant color. " /></p>
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<h3>GABRIELA HEARST</h3>
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<p><span class="currentHitHighlight">Gabriela</span> <span class="highlight">Hearst</span> has quietly built an understated yet strong and loyal (and quite large) fanbase in just a few seasons. Women respond to her clothes, which can be described much the same way: understated, strong, etc. Fall was right in step, adding in vibrant color.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-gabriela-hearst-25.jpg" alt="The highlight was the coats and jackets, of which&amp;nbsp;Hearst&amp;nbsp;wanted to offer options. An animal car coat topping matching pants stood out, while cashmere and treated cotton trenches came out in camel cashmere, soft pink and piped pale blue. There were even looser robe-like shapes with a casual throw-on-and-go appeal.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
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<h3>GABRIELA HEARST</h3>
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<p>The highlight was the coats and jackets, of which <span class="highlight">Hearst</span> wanted to offer options. An animal car coat topping matching pants stood out, while cashmere and treated cotton trenches came out in camel cashmere, soft pink and piped pale blue. There were even looser robe-like shapes with a casual throw-on-and-go appeal.</p>
<div class="gallery-slide--credits"><span class="gallery-slide--image-provider"><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-gabriela-hearst-29.jpg" alt="Evening was about effortless glamour. Nothing fussy or too involved. Velvet continues to make its mark and here, it black and navy velvet was peppered with star-like pearls or or worn over a sheer turtleneck. A neat way to style it for a modern woman.&amp;nbsp; " /></span></div>
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<div class="gallery-slide--credits">Evening was about effortless glamour. Nothing fussy or too involved. Velvet continues to make its mark and here, it black and navy velvet was peppered with star-like pearls or or worn over a sheer turtleneck. A neat way to style it for a modern woman.</div>
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<div class="gallery-slide--credits"><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-tory-burch-01.jpg" alt="Tory Burch laid a volume of love poems at each seat for her Valentine's Day show today, one inspired by another tale of love—Katherine Hepburn's &quot;The Philadelphia Story,&quot; the story of a woman discovering her true identity. In other words, Burch joined rank with other designers this season, but explored feminism on her terms, by showing a confident woman with a love of the outdoors—with a nod to the preppy style of Burch's hometown of Philly. Winter whites and shearlings opened the collection, complete with an embroidered monogram, lest anyone forget the TB behind the scenes. —Kerry Pieri " /></div>
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<h3>TORY BURCH</h3>
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<div class="gallery-slide--credits">Tory Burch laid a volume of love poems at each seat for her Valentine&#8217;s Day show today, one inspired by another tale of love—Katherine Hepburn&#8217;s &#8220;The Philadelphia Story,&#8221; the story of a woman discovering her true identity. In other words, Burch joined rank with other designers this season, but explored feminism on her terms, by showing a confident woman with a love of the outdoors—with a nod to the preppy style of Burch&#8217;s hometown of Philly. Winter whites and shearlings.</div>
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<div class="gallery-slide--credits"><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-tory-burch-02.jpg" alt="A silk printed skirt was paired with a simple cream turtleneck and topped off by one of many fantastic coats on today's runway—all finished with a pendant necklace inspired by the designer's father's cigarette lighter. She's a smartly dressed lady we wouldn't want to mess with " /></div>
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<h3>TORY BURCH</h3>
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<p>A silk printed skirt was paired with a simple cream turtleneck and topped off by one of many fantastic coats on today&#8217;s runway—all finished with a pendant necklace inspired by the designer&#8217;s father&#8217;s cigarette lighter. She&#8217;s a smartly dressed lady we wouldn&#8217;t want to mess with.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-tory-burch-04.jpg" alt="Continuing on the theme of deftly melding traditional female and male fashion tropes, a pussy bow blouse (another nod to Burch's own mom) was&amp;nbsp;paired with plaid pants and a matching plaid briefcase, it's modern prep at its best. " /></p>
<p>Continuing on the theme of deftly melding traditional female and male fashion tropes, a pussy bow blouse (another nod to Burch&#8217;s own mom) was paired with plaid pants and a matching plaid briefcase, it&#8217;s modern prep at its best.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-tory-burch-05.jpg" alt="Burch completed her Fall story with a range of embroidered gowns, the star of which was a bold blue and gold long-sleeved maxi dress—because sometimes a woman just wants to put on a beautiful dress.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<p>Burch completed her Fall story with a range of embroidered gowns, the star of which was a bold blue and gold long-sleeved maxi dress—because sometimes a woman just wants to put on a beautiful dress.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-the-row-28.jpg" alt="The Olsens put to rest long ago any whispers of The Row being a flash in the celebrity designer pan. And fall was a continuing education in their brand's trajectory, especially as they embraced bolder color for the first time with a single red puff coat and skirt.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
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<h3>THE ROW</h3>
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<p>The Olsens put to rest long ago any whispers of The Row being a flash in the celebrity designer pan. And fall was a continuing education in their brand&#8217;s trajectory, especially as they embraced bolder color for the first time with a single red puff coat and skirt.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-oscar-de-la-renta-12-getty.jpg" alt="As loose and louche as Monse was, Oscar was structured, corseted and ultra refined. The pair must have looked to the archives to the hyper-feminine&amp;nbsp;clothing the house namesake was known for when New York's socialites and the world's glitterati fell hard for his charm. Jacquard, silk, double-faced wool, shantung, sequins, cashmere were all &amp;nbsp;worked into shapes and silhouettes that pulled from a more refined time.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<h3>OSCAR DE LA RENTA</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-oscar-de-la-renta-37-getty.jpg" alt="And the grande&amp;nbsp;dames can dream again of waltzing into a black tie in ODLR. For the grander among them, the fur-skirted dresses. For the more subtle, the strapless velvet edged in silver beads. And for those not quite of age to be &quot;grande&quot;, some smoking and tuxedo looks.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
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<h3>OSCAR DE LA RENTA</h3>
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<p>And the grande dames can dream again of waltzing into a black tie in ODLR. For the grander among them, the fur-skirted dresses. For the more subtle, the strapless velvet edged in silver beads. And for those not quite of age to be &#8220;grande&#8221;, some smoking and tuxedo looks.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-3-1-phillip-lim-01-getty_1.jpg" alt="Phillip Lim has been talking about romancing reality for a while now. It's like a personal and brand mantra. And why not make the everyday just a little bit sweeter? Showing on the eve of Valentine's Day certainly gets you in the mood, and a warm-colored set and set of clothes to pick up on those pinky-red tones is the perfect bow on the chocolate box. Especially if it comes via a plush pink car coat and some pink unstructured, high-waisted suits. " /></p>
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<h3> PHILLIP LIM</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-3-1-phillip-lim-37-getty_1.jpg" alt="Open mesh, large scale stripes, colored denim, patent boots and corseted leather tops rounded out the runway. Lim has carved out a niche on the New York scene, a deconstructed, gender-blending vibe that is his own. So yeah, he'll do romance — delicate lace dress, but on his terms: Victorian high neck with off-kilter ruffles, high slit detail and worn with sporty socks and mules. " /></p>
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<h3>PHILLIP LIM</h3>
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<p>Open mesh, large scale stripes, colored denim, patent boots and corseted leather tops rounded out the runway. Lim has carved out a niche on the New York scene, a deconstructed, gender-blending vibe that is his own. So yeah, he&#8217;ll do romance — delicate lace dress, but on his terms: Victorian high neck with off-kilter ruffles, high slit detail and worn with sporty socks and mules.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-proenza-schouler-5.jpg" alt="For industry people who don't go to Europe and plain old New York-based fans&amp;nbsp;who manage to score a ticket, this was a bittersweet&amp;nbsp;Proenza&amp;nbsp;Schouler show. This will be Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez's last in New York City as the duo packs up to show combined pre-season and runway collections in Paris during Couture Week (for more, click here). As a final chapter to their New York story, they paid homage to the style, pace and energy of the city—and the women here who have embraced them. &amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<h3>PROENZA SCHOULER</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-carolina-herrera-37.jpg" alt="When drama showed up, it was through movement and surprise. A pale due of pale dresses, one that was totally covered up with a cape-like addition that swept and swirled down the runway as the model walked. The other a spare golden long-sleeve top and skirt that was tied in the back with black velvet bows.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
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<h3>CAROLINA HERRERA</h3>
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<p>When drama showed up, it was through movement and surprise. A pale due of pale dresses, one that was totally covered up with a cape-like addition that swept and swirled down the runway as the model walked. The other a spare golden long-sleeve top and skirt that was tied in the back with black velvet bows.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-carolina-herrera-20.jpg" alt="It took a while for color to kick in, but when it did, it showed up via bright blue, rich red and pale pinks and metallics. Tone-on-tone looks served to showcase the quality of textures, especially in Herrera's knits.&amp;nbsp; " /></p>
<p>It took a while for color to kick in, but when it did, it showed up via bright blue, rich red and pale pinks and metallics. Tone-on-tone looks served to showcase the quality of textures, especially in Herrera&#8217;s knits.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-diane-von-furstenberg-17-courtesy-diane-von-furstenberg_1.jpg" alt="But he renewed the brand's focus on accessories—the real breadwinner in good financial times and bad. And it was a smorgasbord: big, little, boxy, tote, hobo, bhalf-moon, monotone, multi-colored, mixed media, studded, leather, calf, snake, accented with silk scarves, cute keychains or little pouches. The pointy-toed booties were just as festive and diverse. Rounded, architectural earrings spoke to the circular paillettes and bag shapes. This was Saunders connecting his dots. " /></p>
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<h3>DIANE VON FURSTENBERG</h3>
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<div class="gallery-slide--paragraph"> <img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-diane-von-furstenberg-09-courtesy-diane-von-furstenberg_1.jpg" alt="Three seasons in and Jonathan Saunders is proving to have a deft hand at grasping the DVF mindset—strong, confident, color- and print-loving—while also gently but assertively inserting his own point of view. That is, a keen sense of when to let the colors and prints fly and when to rein them in. " /></div>
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<h3>DIANE VON FURSTENBERG</h3>
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<p>Three seasons in and Jonathan Saunders is proving to have a deft hand at grasping the DVF mindset—strong, confident, color- and print-loving—while also gently but assertively inserting his own point of view. That is, a keen sense of when to let the colors and prints fly and when to rein them in.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-diane-von-furstenberg-31-courtesy-diane-von-furstenberg_1.jpg" alt="The presentation format is the perfect vehicle to for the new age at DVF. The clothes can be seen up close to appreciate the craft of Saunders, but von Furstenberg herself —who has taken a step back to focus on her numerous other endeavors, most importantly philanthropic — is on hand to charm, woo and delight the masses as always. " /></p>
<p>The presentation format is the perfect vehicle to for the new age at DVF. The clothes can be seen up close to appreciate the craft of Saunders, but von Furstenberg herself —who has taken a step back to focus on her numerous other endeavors, most importantly philanthropic — is on hand to charm, woo and delight the masses as always.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-altuzarra-01-imaxtree.jpg" alt="Joseph Altuzarra loves a muse. But where his past inspirations have been fictitious women of the big screen, his fall collection went back to the stylized portraiture of the Renaissance era. As he explained it, this was a time when painters stopped sugar-coating their subjects and started showing a little more realism—imperfections, quirks, tics, the stuff that makes a person interesting. (Interesting to note that air-brushing is not a new concept.) To wit, the girls and clothes Altuzarra presented still had that air of cool sexiness, but it wasn't overt and obvious as it has been in the past. " /></p>
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<p>One theme that ran throughout was an unbuttoning of seams—be it at the neck, shoulder, across the waist or dramatically down the decolletage. Tiny buttons—like you&#8217;d find on the back of a wedding dress—pulled together or revealing—detailed silver foil leaf pattern pants, crushed velvet dresses and winter white tiered frocks alike.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-sies-marjan-04-imaxtree.jpg" alt="This Fall season is already showing a predilection for color, but it's territory still-relative newcomer Sies Marjan has mined from day one. The show took place in a virtual jewel box of room in Tiffany blue with glittering chandeliers, an ironic contrast to the businesslike professionalism to the Hilton its nestled in. Sies plays with romantic hues just like that, taking baby blue and rose colored track pants to cool girl places. " /></p>
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<p>Marjan introduced footwear for the first time, which he calls &#8220;chukka loafers and flared heeled boots,&#8221; here a yellow hued pair provide a nice contrast to a dramatic white dress.</p>
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<p>The designer also played in metallics, like this rose gold leather dress, fitted to perfection, with ultra long sleeves for added interest.</p>
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<p>Women on the red carpet are, in essence, exotic birds. Not to boil them down to a basic description, but there&#8217;s bright plumage, a ton of drama and, at least in Hollywood, a fair bit of preening. Elizabeth Kennedy, who specializes in evening wear made in her New York City atelier, was inspired by the Golden-headed Quetzal, the Apo sunbird and the Raggiana Bird of Paradise, among others.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-elizabeth-kennedy-04-courtesy-elizabeth-kennedy.jpg" alt="There was also a range of shapes meant to appeal to different ages. Shorter, strapless dresses detailed with feathers will speak to the young deb set, while a fluted skirt worn with a white blouse and cinched with black feathers has the kind of gravitas an older woman could pull off. And somewhere in the middle was a sharp black tux cut perfectly. " /></p>
<p>There was also a range of shapes meant to appeal to different ages. Shorter, strapless dresses detailed with feathers will speak to the young deb set, while a fluted skirt worn with a white blouse and cinched with black feathers has the kind of gravitas an older woman could pull off. And somewhere in the middle was a sharp black tux cut perfectly.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/07/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-elizabeth-kennedy-05-courtesy-elizabeth-kennedy.jpg" alt="Designing evening wear is a herculean feat. For one, women don't exactly buy it like they used to (and borrowing businesses like Armarium and Rent-the-Runway are offering a budget-friendly alternative). Not to mention, the overhead is killer—the time creating and the price of materials. Which is why someone like Elizabeth Kennedy and her tenacious dedication to the craft of hand-made evening wear is so important. Oh, and she's American. While a collection is technically not couture until it's invited to show in Paris by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture, Kennedy is committed to designing and making her clothes in New York City's Garment District — so let's celebrate that. " /></p>
<h3>ELIZABETH KENNEDY</h3>
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<h3>VICTORIA BECKHAM</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-victoria-beckham-28-getty.jpg" alt="The accessories were sensational -- boxy vanity case-like bags done in cognac, wine and rich brown leather, meant to be worn cross body or traditionally. " /></p>
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<p>The accessories were sensational &#8212; boxy vanity case-like bags done in cognac, wine and rich brown leather, meant to be worn cross body or traditionally.</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-alexander-wang-01-getty.jpg" alt="If you'd never met Alexander Wang, followed his unofficial Instagram (full of hilarious, off-kilter internet jokes and videos) or heard him in a live interview, you'd think he must be one serious malcontent, ready to bring down the establishment with every romper stomper boot, skintight leather pant and angry message t-shirt. But most people who have met, seen or heard Wang will use &quot;sweet, funny&quot; even &quot;cute and gentle&quot; to describe him. So what's up with all the tough? The guy just likes his club kid m.o. And girls (and guys) love him for it. " /></p>
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<div class="gallery-slide--paragraph">Where Wang has been on a hardcore sporty, athletic kick the last few seasons, he switched to a dark, moody androgynous punk-grunge motif for fall. Western-style fringe (in black, of course) detailed blackened chore jackets, overcoats and moto styles, while the wrap button-down shirts from spring morphed into strappy silk tops and skirts for going out this fall.</div>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-alexander-wang-29-getty.jpg" alt="Studs and chains on bags and boots mirrored the detailing on clothes. But for as tough as it all seemed, there were softer—you might even say romantic— elements. Like the scalloped trim on a coat or the belled sleeves on several tops or ruffles of velvet tacked onto the bottom of mini skirts. Imagine Wang as the modern-day Byronic party boy. " /></p>
<p>Studs and chains on bags and boots mirrored the detailing on clothes. But for as tough as it all seemed, there were softer—you might even say romantic— elements. Like the scalloped trim on a coat or the belled sleeves on several tops or ruffles of velvet tacked onto the bottom of mini skirts. Imagine Wang as the modern-day Byronic party boy.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-jonathan-simkhai-01-getty.jpg" alt="Jonathan Simkhai has always liked his girls just a little bit naughty. Not that naughty. They're still good girls, but their brand of &quot;nice&quot; comes with lace-up details, lots of ruffles and bits of skin visible in all the teensy laser cuts of his precision tailoring. His fall collection hinted at viewing the divine from a different angle. But interpretation is in the eye of the beholder: A cathedral's intricate architecture and artwork reworked in the scaffolding of Simkhai's dresses or maybe he's saying there's more than one side to every woman. " /></p>
<h3>JONATHAN SIMKHAI</h3>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-jonathan-simkhai-34-getty.jpg" alt="Simkhai seems to be appropriately ambitious and ready to challenge himself even more, best seen in the highly-decorative jackets and dresses towards the end of the runway. One felt he was going for the kind of drama and execution you'd expect on Europe's biggest runways. " /></p>
<p>Simkhai seems to be appropriately ambitious and ready to challenge himself even more, best seen in the highly-decorative jackets and dresses towards the end of the runway. One felt he was going for the kind of drama and execution you&#8217;d expect on Europe&#8217;s biggest runways.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-tibi-13-imaxtree.jpg" alt="Smilovic kept her shapes and silhouettes roomy and long, but not frumpy. A pair of shiny turtleneck dresses clung, hung and swung saucily, and were paired with matching leggings and velvet pumps. The color combo of green dress and shocking pink pump was especially fun. But interesting color play is also a Tibi signature. " /></p>
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<p>Smilovic kept her shapes and silhouettes roomy and long, but not frumpy. A pair of shiny turtleneck dresses clung, hung and swung saucily, and were paired with matching leggings and velvet pumps. The color combo of green dress and shocking pink pump was especially fun. But interesting color play is also a Tibi signature.</p>
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<p>As much as Smilovic showed tailored separates, it was done with a relaxed touch. The lineup was meant to relay a mood of effortlessness and feeling good, nothing restricted. Even cinched waisted dresses had roomy sleeves and skirts; a sexier, body con tuxedo had a knitted waist, and the gowns felt more like silk and velvet boudoir loungers.</p>
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<p>For her first runway show, Ryan Roche laid out the plush white carpet set to the sounds of her daughter&#8217;s ethereal voice singing live. The designer&#8217;s way with texture and tonality shined through once again, punctuated by some well placed long furs.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ryan-roche-10-imaxtree.jpg" alt="While Roche has become known for her ultra luxe tan, blush and black pieces here she played with shades of red layered under a cool suede trench " /></p>
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<p>While Roche has become known for her ultra luxe tan, blush and black pieces here she played with shades of red layered under a cool suede trench</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ryan-roche-14-imaxtree.jpg" alt="A strong shouldered subdued take on an '80s shoulder was a standout on a cherry red knitted maxi dress. This collection is chic comfort at its best. " /></p>
<p>A strong shouldered subdued take on an &#8217;80s shoulder was a standout on a cherry red knitted maxi dress. This collection is chic comfort at its best.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw-fw17-best-looks-ryan-roche-17-imaxtree.jpg" alt="That signature tan was still out in full force, done beautifully on a cashmere slip dress layered over knitted skinny pants with tonal pumps. Roche is taking her upstate hygge charm to the city once again and we're fully on board for it. " /></p>
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<p>That signature tan was still out in full force, done beautifully on a cashmere slip dress layered over knitted skinny pants with tonal pumps. Roche is taking her upstate hygge charm to the city once again and we&#8217;re fully on board for it.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw2017-calvin-klein-16.jpg" alt=" Have you heard? Raf Simons is in town, and his aim is to reinvent the house Calvin Klein built. One pair of jeans at a time. And while he's at it, clear coats, knit skirts and deconstructed suiting, too. Oh, and even the iconic logo got a subtle tweak. " /></p>
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<p>Have you heard? Raf Simons is in town, and his aim is to reinvent the house <span class="currentHitHighlight">Calvin</span> Klein built. One pair of jeans at a time. And while he&#8217;s at it, clear coats, knit skirts and deconstructed suiting, too. Oh, and even the iconic logo got a subtle tweak.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="http://hbz.h-cdn.co/assets/17/06/480x720/hbz-nyfw2017-calvin-klein-38.jpg" alt="Simons is all about the homage. His past collections at well known brands have proven that he is not one to completely reinvent the wheel willy nilly. No, he's a fan of fashion history. Here, he sent out Brooke Shields doppelgängers—circa 1980—in the seminal &quot;Nothing gets between me and my Calvins&quot; era, wearing denim-on-denim. The mantra was printed on the back of the classic, slightly boot-cut jeans, actually. " /></p>
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<p>Simons is all about the homage. His past collections at well known brands have proven that he is not one to completely reinvent the wheel willy nilly. No, he&#8217;s a fan of fashion history. Here, he sent out Brooke Shields doppelgängers—circa 1980—in the seminal &#8220;Nothing gets between me and my <span class="highlight">Calvin</span>s&#8221; era, wearing denim-on-denim. The mantra was printed on the back of the classic, slightly boot-cut jeans, actually.</p>
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<p>Whether it&#8217;s elevating street style or demystifying luxury, the equation is appealing: a pale mink coat worn over cropped pants and tied men&#8217;s shoes; gently ruffled blouses and skirts in feminine prints and colors and a ton of camel cashmere mixed with cropped denim jeans (has the mom jean ever looked this good?).</p>
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