Alexander Wang
Always one to keep tabs on, A. Wang churned out a hip high school evoking show complete with letter jackets and knee-high socks. Contrary to his previous slouchy collections, this season he experimented with boxy structures and the ever-popular statement shoulder to produce a collection reminiscent of my mum's old high school photos - only one hundred times cooler! Super shoulder pads, careful cut-outs, artfully draped wrap dresses and feathered pieces sum up my favourite looks from Wang this spring.
Karen Walker
It was all about pattern for Karen Walker's show; spots, stripes, florals, prints - you name it! Revolving around a nautical theme, Karen's relaxed pieces conjure up images of sea-bound sweethearts set out to sail. The classic blue and white blend was offset with splashes of bright red and yellow, imparting a distinct spring feel. Definitely investment- piece material!
Richard Chai Love
Richard Chai's recession-friendly Love line dished out slouchy slacks, breezy blazers and a few lust-worthy shiny staples. I did indeed love quite a number of his pieces, namely the casual-fit blazers and the sparkling shorts and vest. The rest of the collection was a mixture of tasteful tom-boy and gentle girl-next-door with more two-piece pant and top combinations as well as an array of dark print silk dresses.
Lacoste
Prestine tennis dresses, perfectly pleated skirts and a pair of nautical-clad twins strutted their stuff down the Lacoste runway. Fully embracing the coming of summer - and with it summer sports - models donned sunsmart sweatbands and sunglasses, hoods and hats. Christophe has created sporty yet sleek pieces in simple refreshing colours of lemon yellow and brilliant blue hues. Every season I debate about whether or not I should take up tennis just so I can look fabulous in one of Christophe's outfits!
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