Project Runway Finale

At the beginning of the latest season of Project Runway (season 5) I thought the designers were mediocre no one really stood out for me (Okay maybe 1 or 2 did), and maybe because we've seen fantastic designers from past seasons like Christian, Rami, Chloe and Jeffrey. But gradually, I started rooting for Leanne and i like Kenley's style (the vintage thing is adorable). Thankfully they made it to Bryant Park! 

I have been avoiding all S/S09 reviews that covers any part of the Project Runway finale in order to watch it myself. The anticipation builds especially having a glimpse of it on various blogs. I am in awe of the final collections coming from the finalist and I must say, it was a good show. Korto's collection was nice, but it didn't appeal much to me. They were just pretty pieces but i have to agree that they will appeal to many women out there. I did adore the color palette of her collection thou. Leanne and Kenley's stood out, and I'm so glad it did.

Leanne's collection is so Leanne. I'm a fan of architectural designs on clothings and I love the sculpture and wave-like pleats. This girl is really good! Some may say that her collection was too literally since the inspiration was waves, but i think otherwise. The soothing colors complimented the soft pleats and petals very nicely. It helped that she took the liberty to create ready to wear pieces from dresses to pants and jackets, it really showed her ability to create. And her craftsmanship was impeccable! They looked professionally done and can pass off as works of any shows during the week. I would wear every single piece from her collection. Did i mention that her wedding dress is divine? She can be the next vera wang. She is definitely on my fashion radar. 

Kenley's fellow designers calls her a one trick pony. And this one trick pony can really design a fabulous collection! Like Leanne's collection, Kenley's collection is just so Kenley. It has Kenley written all over the dresses. Her vintage inspired collection really appeal to me. It was kooky and quirky yet feminine. Each piece is a short story and the entire collection makes up the book. It has a dramatic silhouette which I like but i have to agree with the judges that it did look a little like Balenciaga's. What i really adore is that she hand painted the prints on the dress. I can really see her in the catagory of Betsey Johnson, a little bit of Luella and Anna Sui. This girl is creative and talented but she needs to work on her attitude. 

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Obsession #474 - Harlequin

After spotting the Clothes Horse in this Harlequin print dress, it became my new obsession and mission to scrawl through the internet once again. I barely had any luck with ebay nor etsy, nothing came close to what I had in mind until i saw this on the runway of Moschino!

Black & white harlequin printed outfits with awesomely humongous bows! How can one resist? Now I'll just have to sit and wait for highstreet labels to rip off this look into their coming collections. Hurray for highstreet fashion!

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talk about versatility

Already an award winning accessories designer, Devi Kroell turned to apparel design for a new challenge. Her first ready-to-wear collection is sleek with tons of volume. Extremely wearable with stunning silhouettes, you do not have to be supermodel thin to be wearing any of these pieces. The poufy skirts are fabulous for hiding unwanted bulges around the hips. And her accessories, as stunning as ever (look at that humongous envelop clutch!!). 

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SS09: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Mr Jacobs always impresses and this time it's no surprise. Im loving the shoes, they're uber cute (have always been!) and so wearable. I'm seeing a nautical theme to this collection, the stripes may be used a million times everywhere by everyone but it's still awesome! 

First we layer our clothes, now we're layering belts too (cool!) ?! Even the men are getting it! The play with stripes on stripes, the washed off denim, the multiple belts... I've fallen in love with the collection (who wouldn't) all over again. 

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Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair

I first discovered Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair at Actually..., probably a year back. And it was a bustier piece that captured my attention, the structural folds, the full tulip skirt, it was love at first sight with a S$500 price tag on it. No, I did not buy the dress, but it was constantly in on my mind for awhile. i assumed it was a New York label, due to the nature of the name, and only now have i found out that it originates from Sweden via style bubble.

"Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair is dedicated to traditional tailoring, pattern making and the old ways of the trade. The love of quality and details will always be our priority" -Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair

What I absolutely adore is that the dramatic architecture found in their designs, is brought down to pre-a-porter retaining their core of detailing.

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Christian Dior Fall Couture 2008

A classic 50s inspired collection, Im blown away but the volume and structure of the gowns. Those lovely large bows and capes and not forgetting the flapper inspired hats. 

Let's fall in love...