Nobody can make a gown like Kati Stern. This is always my absolute must-see show during every fashion week. Once again, Stern did not disappoint with her S/S12 VENEXIANA Collection. Here are some of my favorite designs. The strapless, emerald green gown with a front bow, is to die for!

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This season the L.A.M.B. show was a presentation instead of a runway show. The great thing about presentations is that you have the opportunity to really get a good look at the clothes instead of them flying by you on the runway. Designer Gwen Stefani always includes here personal style in her designs and the L.A.M.B. S/S12 Collection was no different. The designs can be described as edgy-chic. The ready to wear collection included skirt separates, baby doll dresses,  jumpsuits and menswear inspired pant suits.

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Design duo Mark Badgley and James Mischka presented gorgeous, structured silhouettes in this RTW collection.

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The highly coveted Hervé Léger bandage dress has been kicked up a notch and taken to the next level. I would describe the collection as bad-girl chic. Strategically placed cut out elements make these designs the sexiest yet.  All I can say is, LOVE!

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Can you say color, color, color? Nanette Lapore’s Spring/Summer collection was full of whimsical yet sophisticated hues. If this is a snapshot of what we’ll be wearing in about 9 months — then I can’t wait!

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I first fell in love with Ralph Rucci three years ago at Bryant Park. I was excited to see his couture designs again this season. Here are some of my favorite looks from the collection:

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Vera Wangs S/S12 collection was airy, light and fairytale like. I was struck by the bold, cobalt blue hues and stark, sunshine yellow shades.

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Layers, layers, layers! That is the best way to describe the Nicholas K. show. I have come to love the collections of the brother/sister design team behind this collection, after seeing the show for the first time a year ago. This men’s and women’s collection can best be described as wearable, airy, and comfortable. The inspiration seemed to be a cross between military elements and chic, desert nomad.

The colors ranged from pure, angelic white to charcoal black, with the spectrum in between ranging from light gray, army-green, nudes and desert-tan, steel-gray and blue-gray. As far as accessories go, many of the models donned sheer/metallic scarves in white, silver and gold either wrapped around their head or around the neck. There were a set of models wearing tan open-toe ankle boots that were beyond hot.

Overall, I really loved the collection the designs on both the men and women. They looked so comfortable and effortless, yet were very chic. There were a lot of sheer and see through fabrics in this collection. With the exception of some of the jackets, all of the textiles were airy and definitely gave off the vibe of Spring and Summer. The show closed with a long, sheer, blue maxi dress.

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This morning I went to see the Mackage (pronounced Mau-cauge) S/S12 Collection presentation at the Hudson Hotel in New York. Eran Elfassy and Elisa Dahan are the designers behind the brand. Over the past decade, Mackage has been best known for its fashionable outerwear. In 2010 the duo launched a women’s ready-to-wear line. This collection was inspired by the soft, serene shades of dusk, when daylight recedes and cool light infuses the city with tranquility. Etheral lightness is underscored by structured masculinity with a 50′s undertone. The colors of this collection can best be described as black, white, ivory and nude hues. The designs ranged from tuxedo style pants, skirt and blouse separates, shorts and sophisticated dresses. Many of the models we’re adorned with floral embellishments. The adornments could be seen on the model’s stilettos, as a necklace, headband and armband.

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The G-Star RAW collection can best be described as military inspired with warm layering. This show was definitely the show to be at. The Theatre was filled to capacity and as I walked in there had to be at least another 100 people waiting outside to get in. I doubt they made it, as standing was overflowing. I loved the looks and it’s always a delight to see men’s and women’s fashion on the same Catwalk.

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