Marc Jacobs’s need-it-now varsity jackets. Emily Dickinson meets Electric Light Orchestra’s disco vibes deeply woven into the laced frocks at Rodarte. Spanish flourishes found within the ruffles and exposed-shoulder neckline of Proenza Schouler’s collection. This is just a sampling of the standout pieces from New York’s Spring 2016 Fashion Week that caught the eye of Vogue’s Fashion and Accessories Market Director, Virginia Smith. Here, in the midst of what has been called thus far the “season of opposites,” Smith reveals her top 10 looks from the New York shows—aka the items that are bound to headline everyone’s shopping lists come spring.
I loved every single look in this collection, so it was tough to choose just one. My personal preference, Look 26, or the all-eyes-on-Joan-Smalls ball gown? In the end I chose 40—the perfect cool-girl T-shirt couture dress.
In a fantastic, laser-focused show, Look 20 was the standout for me. Ruffles, exposed-shoulder neckline, hint of Spain—all works to perfection.
Where to begin? Marc closed the week with a show of pure joy and exuberance—a love letter to the movies as well as New York. There was so much to offer, I kept flip-flopping on this one. The need-it-now varsity jackets were my first thought—but I eventually settled on the all-American daisy dress.
What can I say? I can’t help myself when it comes to a slouchy pant, and I’m obsessed with these on Lexi!
Who knew the mix of Emily Dickinson with ELO could conjure up such a great collection?
Red ruffled Look 8 is quite simply Valentine’s Day in a dress.
In a season of slip dresses, leave it to Calvin Klein to come up with one of the best. (Thank you, Francisco, for keeping in the print!)
A beautiful collection by Peter Copping for Oscar de la Renta. While remaining respectful to the DNA of the house, he is infusing it with his own signatures. I love the idea of this top and skirt as the new evening gown.
Sometimes the simplicity of chic navy blue and a great body are all you need.
The athletic street vibe is currently all the rage in fashion, but it’s always been part of the HBA ethos. In Shayne Oliver’s hands, it feels genuine—not to mention fun. His logo sandal-and-sneaker hybrid is sure to be a sellout.