recap + London fashion week

recap + London fashion week

Well look here, another fashion week has come and gone... and it's already in Milan? While I recover from my jam packed week, this cut-throat industry waits for no one! I guess that's why they call it a 'fast-paced industry'. As I read twitter feeds buzzing about Milan collections, I just, yesterday, had the chance to look at London. I do suppose I have to be the bad mother here and choose my favorite collection, but... what kind of mother would I be if I did that.  Cough Cough... Sass & Bide. However, they have some pretty tough contenders behind them. 

fashion week + DVF, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, Derek Lam

fashion week + DVF, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, Derek Lam

collage by me, images from style.com

fashion week + Alexander Wang, Altuzarra, Prabal Gurung, Helmut Lang

fashion week + Alexander Wang, Altuzarra, Prabal Gurung, Helmut Lang

collage by me, images by style.com

missoni for target + lookbook

missoni for target + lookbook

All the buzz lately has been about the new line of Missoni or Target. The look book debuted a few days ago, and I haven't kept my eyes off of it since. This morning, instead of going through my daily blogs, I read through the September issues of Vogue, W, and Elle. As I looked through Vogue, there were pages of Missoni for Target ads. I've been patiently waiting, trying to be patient, for the release of the line, and seeing this ad just made me more impatient. This is probably the worst kept secret, but I'm not complaining! Hopefully not too many people will be arm punching to get the pieces at the Target back home. I have my eye on a good amount of pieces. Would it be bad for me to say that I'm more anxious for the home decor than the actual clothes? 

Rachel Lym Swimwear at JFW

Rachel Lym Swimwear at JFW

One of the showcasing designers for Jacksonville Fashion Week was Rachel Lym Swimwear. Her bikini tops and bottoms were so cute, along with her cover ups. The bikini tops had just the right amount of push up and padding. The different colors and patterns made for fun collection. I would buy a majority of her swim suits. 

Damaris Rubio: MBIFW runway

Damaris Rubio: MBIFW runway

Since I was working backstage most of the time during Miami Beach International Fashion Week, I rarely got to watch the shows. Occasionally I would sneak around the corner and take a peak. One of my favorite collections was the one by Damaris Rubio. The bright colors made for such beautiful pieces. When I saw these garments up close and personal, I couldn't take my eyes off them. 

Photo credit: metrovelvet

rocky gathercole: backstage

rocky gathercole: backstage

One designer I was blessed to work with during Miami Beach International Fashion Week was Rocky Gathercole. He is a Filipino designer based in Dubai. His collection caught my attention the moment I walked backstage. He really inspired me, not only because he is Filipino, but because he isn't afraid to make these lavish outfits. They are meant for a showgirl, but all of us encouraged him to reach out to Lady Gaga. For about 2 hours me and a few other girls would working hard to put together all his intricate pieces. Each piece was made from real metal, feathers, and crystals. It was truly astonishing to see this in person.