Jenni Kayne s goal for Fall was to go back to basics—not a far reach for a designer who s known for easy to pull on (and pull off) day-to-night separates. Standouts included a floor-skimming black dress with a lace overlay. That sounds stuffy, but the slim silhouette and the lace s geometrical design were anything but. Coats and blazers with fur- and bead-embellished sleeves (not both at once, thankfully) won t be to most girls tastes, but there was plenty in the collection that felt young and fresh but never overly trendy. Kayne also launched shoes for the first time this season—worth a look for their below-$500 price range and sharp design. Oh, and for those of you wondering about the Kayne family Upper East Side residence where the presentation was held, let s just say: marble entryway, parquet floors, and Park Avenue views.
