fall favorites

Sadly, That Time of Year is over. A few of my favorite looks from the Fall 2011 runway shows:

deconstructed jackets by Commes des Garcons

light-hearted florals by Givenchy

latex by Marc Jacobs

teenage witchcraft by Meadham Kirchhoff (thanks to Tavi for bringing my attention to this!)

Juxtaposition of hard and soft by Alexander McQueen

classic prints and exquisite detailing by Emilio Pucci

manic panic hair dye, super short skirts and lots of fun by Jeremy Scott

kink by Louis Vuitton

I'm waiting for the Spring 2012 shows to roll around.

Photos: style.com

Fall 2011: Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs is truly a trendsetter. His latest collection touts textured skirts and dresses constructed out of liquid-looking, metallic latex that hearkens back to sequined fabrics popular during the 70's. Nicole Phelps' review of the collection made the point that "With all that plastic—not to mention the taut chin straps attached to Stephen Jones' vinyl berets, and Marilyn Manson screaming about 'The Beautiful People' on the soundtrack—it was tempting to think Jacobs was making a comment about our contemporary fixation on self-betterment."


Besides the novelty of plastic, polka dots were rampant as well. Polka dot tights, jackets, tops and bags. A number of skirts were adorned with circular plastic cabochons. Jacobs also featured fitted, severe silhouettes — don't expect the easy, loose shapes of many designers' Spring 2011 collections.


I love the colors in this collection. They are rich, but not overly perky: crimson, teal, navy, and a lighter Balenciaga blue — think Gisele's vest in Ghesquiere's Spring 2011 campaign. 

Take a look at the rest of the collection HERE.

All photos from style.com