Fashion Weeks
The most talked-about moments from NYFW Spring 2019
From celebrations of diversity and representation to long-awaited comebacks, here are the highlights from New York Fashion Week.
by : Erica Ngao- Sep 13th, 2018
CLAUDIA LI PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON ASIAN REPRESENTATION
For her first official runway show, New York-based and New Zealand-born designer Claudia Li debuted a very personal collection which drew from her childhood memories, hometown and identity. To anchor this point, the show featured a cast of all-Asian models. On this decision, she wrote, “There is no single way to ‘be’ an Asian woman. I’m glad our culture is finally having a conversation about how Asian identity is represented and portrayed, and I see this season’s show as my personal contribution to it.”
THE RETURN OF RODARTE
The New York City Marble Cemetery was brought back to life with the signature romance of Rodarte, who showed at NYFW for the first time in two years. Ruffles, hi-shine lamé and frilly lace contrasted against the starkness of the cemetery and gloomy weather provided the perfect level of drama for this epic return.
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SAVAGE X FENTY MAKES AN IMPRESSION
The stakes for the Savage x Fenty presentation were high — it was the lingerie line’s first presentation and the last show of the week. But, like always, Rihanna didn’t disappoint. The show was lauded for its diverse casting, which included plus-size models, athletic body types and even two pregnant models.
WES GORDON DEBUTS FIRST COLLECTION FOR CAROLINA HERRERA
Wes Gordon premiered his first collection as creative director for Carolina Herrera, a brand noted for counting many First Ladies among its clients. The young designer held his own with a showing which infused classic pieces with more youthful aesthetics.
OPENING CEREMONY BROUGHT THE PARTY
It was more of a celebration than a show as Opening Ceremony’s co-designers Humberto Leon and Carol Lim brought the biggest party to NYFW. The brand collaborated with Sasha Velour, the season nine winner of Rupaul’s Drag Race, on the event which saw performances from a number of performers. Even Christian Aguilera made an appearance. Even better, all models and performers were part of the LGBTQIA+ community and the show also had a raffle in benefit of the California-based Transgender Law Center.
HIGH STRESS AT MARC JACOBS
The end of NYFW went off…a bit delayed. What is usually a punctual show from Marc Jacobs, began almost 90 minutes late, leaving guests waiting or making a swift exit to make it in time for London Fashion Week. While the overall consensus is that the collection was worth waiting for, the designer issued a lengthy apology via Instagram and explained why the show ran later than scheduled.
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