Industry: The Art Of Cooperation

At this years Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture show, the dutch duo provided proof to their reputation as creative minds and first movers. They showed off their collection with a choreography executed by members of the Dutch National Ballet. Provided with big frizzy hair and pointe shoes, they entered the runway wearing latex pieces, that are supposed to feel like a second skin. Within this framework the ad campaign of their soon-to-be-released perfume called Bonbon, that is said to release a scent which also feels like a second skin, was projected onto a backdrop at the end of the show.

With this, somehow or other reminiscent of Rick Owens imposing spring/summer show, the duo did a innovative new take on how to present fashion in modern times - offering entirely new perspectives to the spectator and letting different kinds of performing arts collide.

Report: Brandon Sun FW13 at MBFW New York

Boohoo, Fashion Week is officially over for us ... but with Brandon Sun as our last show, this Fashion Week definitely went out with a big bang!

Brandon Sun's FW13 collection was sexy, cool, grungy - and very intriguing. The lovely details of every single outfit made you cling to one model for almost half an hour - just to find another little specialty. For example: a little fringe coming out from under a coat, sheer chiffon peaking through a jacket, luscious fur wrapped around the model's neck or a very interesting twisted top. The color palette of mostly blacks and greys but some greens and blues was very dark and also the various layering, the chunky necklaces and the models' messy hair added to this grungy effect. Crisp leather, well-tailored jackets and pants and elegant silk dresses counteracted by incorporating a lot of sophistication.

All in all, we absolutely adored Brandon Sun's FW13 collection and were glad that it ended our fashion week on such an amazing note!

Photos - Courtesy of Fashion Now

Report: Kaelen FW13 at MBFW New York

In all honesty: Kaelen was the presentation we were looking forward to the most. The previous collections were beautiful: structured, sophisticated and very powerful. So, were our expectations met at today's presentation at Pier 59? Absolutely.

Not only did the location -and its fashionable visitors - at a studio in the Chelsea Piers create an amazing atmosphere, the clothes were simply breathtaking. The color palette was kept rather neutral with blacks, greys and whites as a base to the accent colors deep purple and burgundy. The New York-based designer Kaelen Haworth incorporated a lot of different textures: laser-cut lace, knits, leathers and beautiful shiny jacquard. The highlight of the collection was definitely the flower print on satin and chiffon that gave a little bit of a whimsy to the strong collection. One of our favorite pieces (and trust me, it was hard to pick just one!) was the blush leather vest with fur details - very sophisticated and feminine!

Hands down, Kaelen has been our favorite FW13 collection so far and so worth skipping class for (oops!). Kaelen Haworth is definitely a designer to watch!

P.S. Just discovered: If you want to get to know the designer and have a tour around her apartment, click here! It is beautiful and definitely worth a watch!

Report: Lela Rose FW13 at MBFW New York

Let's all be honest: We all knew Lela Rose's FW13 collection would be amazing - long before our invitations were even sent out.

I feel bad for everyone who missed out on the presentation of her romantic collection that featured lots of fluffy feathers, delicate lace and luscious satin. Intriguing prints, fun colors and beautiful embellishments did furthermore put a spell on all the attendants. Rather precise silhouettes were romanticized and relaxed by the undone hair and cute polka dot socks.

The best part of the collection? Not only does it embody all a woman strives to be (feminine, romantic, cute - as well as strong, powerful and intriguing) but Lela Rose also knows how to accentuate the beauty of the female body. The delicate silhouettes and the emphasis of the waist will make all women look and feel beautiful. Gorgeous collection, Lela Rose!

Photos - Courtesy of Vogue Italia

Report: Mara Hoffman FW13 at MBFW New York

If Mara Hoffman had her way, we would all brighten up next Fall and Winter with her F/W collection - and we wish we could already see her bright colors, tribal prints and chain ear cuffs on New York's dull streets during this terrible blizzard.

With this collection, inspired by "gypsies, tramps and thieves", Hoffman stays true to her brand's philosophy: Fun clothing featuring colorful prints, unique silhouettes and beautiful embellishments - that is still wearable. The bright color palette of turquoise, pink, orange, purple and yellow offers a great change to the usual dull Fall and Winter collections. I especially enjoyed the unique chain ear cuffs the models wore on top of their hair that had a great tribal feel to them.

Now that we have such a bright outlook, the rest of this Winter will be a lot more enjoyable - and we can even look forward to next Fall! 

Photos - Courtesy of Style.com and Wanderlust

Thank you, Mara Hoffman!

Report: Candela FW13 at MBFW New York

Pictures by Annalisa Podwin <3

2:30 PM and our feet were killing us. Because: don't we all underestimate the first day of fashion week and think we could totally pull off 5 inch heels running around the city all day? Don't we all tell ourselves that tights and a hat would be enough to brave the blazing cold February weather?

Needless to say, my friend and photographer Annalisa and I could not at all pull it off. By the time the Candela show started we were ready to go home, kick off our shoes and climb into our cozy beds - until we actually entered the Box at Lincoln Center and caught a glimpse of Candela's Fall/Winter 2013 collection.

Even under normal circumstances the collection was, of course, an every girl's dream - but especially in our vulnerable situation we were literally yearning for the casually thrown on cardigans in combination with soft, flowing dresses - and quite jealous of the model who was lucky enough to be sprawling across a vintage sofa. The thick-knit tights, knee-high socks and hats made you warm up from the inside out and the exclusively flat shoes and boots made for a more than comfortable atmosphere.

Candela designer Gabriela Perezutti truly knows how tell a fairy tale with her collection, which was full of lace, sparkle, leather, sparkle, knit, sparkle, crochet - oh, and sparkle! She incorporates very feminine and vintage, but also casual and rustical elements - always creating a sophisticated collection that makes every girl feel comfortable.

Totally awestruck by the amazing collection and setting, we forgot all about our hurting feet! Thank you, Candela!

Report: Anja Gockel A/W 2013 at MBFW Berlin

Fun and feminine - these are the words that would describe Anja Gockel's A/W 2013 collection perfectly. Sending models of all sizes and styles over the runway in her colorful clothing, Gockel makes a powerful statement: All women are beautiful - especially in Anja Gockel designs. We agree and loved her show, especially the spectacular entrance of her wedding gown - that caused a big round of applause in the audience.

Photos - Courtesy of MBFW Berlin