As more fashion lovers flocked to New York City, the bi-annual New York Fashion Week ended with a bang. Ending on the 17th, various fashion designers from around the world will be presented their 2016 spring/summer collections for the first time. Out of those designers is a label commonly seen on celebrities and both Michelle and Malia Obama have been spotted wearing the designer on several occasions. Founded in 2002 by designer and CEO Stacy Bendet, Alice + Olivia has since become synonymous for feminine charm and practicality. Their designs are comfortable and daring, yet manage to be unexecessive unlike some other “daring” designers of the day.
Alice + Olivia’s SS16 collection played up the returning 70’s theme in fashion with denim on denim, flowery embroidery, and woven fabrics. Personally, I’ve found it very hard to enjoy the overplayed motif of 70’s fashion; flare jeans are really not my thing. However, I will admit that Alice + Olivia’s collection was able to capture the essence of the 70’s tastefully by tying in hints of Mojave-inspired style. This combination creates a rustic yet girly aesthetic.
Perhaps my favourite part of this show was the makeup look and the amazing jewelry designed by Lindsey White that supplemented the collection. The bronze crowns and arm cuffs were industrial yet dainty and was the perfect match for the theme of the collection. Models were given a natural look but the eyes were emphasized with a golden-bronze that added an ethereal and feminine element to truly complete the looks.
In terms of fashion items, below are some of my favourite looks from the Alice + Olivia SS16 collection. I’m gushing about the elegant use of bright colours, the inspiration of the desert, and Alice + Olivia’s ability to make anything dainty and elegant.
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