For Fall 2013, Rachel Roy trades out her formal presentation setting for a digital runway show, trying something new for the season. Controlled opulence is the theme for the collection — the kind of over-the-top luxury that can still be digested and which Roy herself prescribes to. Including mixed prints, metallics, and rich textures, she simply sticks to her signature aesthetic of functional yet elegant pieces that work beautifully, whether for the office or play.
The season’s signature knits are given a fun spin with swirl print detailing, sparkling metallic yarn, and baroque-inspired patterns. They serve dual purposes when paired with sheer velvet printed pencil skirts and contrast chevron-striped trousers, achieving perfect day-to-night ensembles.
Leather makes a mandatory appearance on functional short-sleeve tops and an even more wearable black over-the-knee length pencil skirt. If you cannot find a way to work these pieces into your wardrobe, then you had better hold off shopping until Resort.
Outerwear takes shape in the form of football-esque embellished shoulder bomber jackets, zip-front velvet panel styles giving baroque a modern spin, and more.
Trousers reign supreme and are some of my favorite pieces in the collection. How can any stylish woman deny a high-waist wide leg pair with swirl embroidery or royal purple velvet pants with laser-cut detailing? The brand focuses on separates which are really the foundation pieces for any gal’s ideal wardrobe.
Roy outdoes herself on red carpet-ready wear from modest-length laser cut frocks to an embellished-shoulder pintuck gown in a similar shade. I am certain that fans of the brand including Solange Knowles and Angela Simmons already have their eye on these looks for their next glamorous event.
What do you think?
Images: Style.com
February 15, 2013 4:25 pm
I love the looks…but hem the pants a bit…just the thought of walking on the back of them……
February 15, 2013 4:26 pm
the white pant suit is rather divine
February 15, 2013 4:53 pm
Love it! And I can’t wait to see how she incorporates some of the concepts into RACHEL Rachel Roy for Macys
February 15, 2013 4:53 pm
the 1st dress and off white suit is everything to me
February 15, 2013 5:23 pm
I love every piece. Just beautiful .
February 15, 2013 5:38 pm
Loooooooovvveee
February 15, 2013 5:42 pm
Wow, these are gorgeous!
February 15, 2013 6:07 pm
Black one-piece with cuff detail, off white suit, and the knit sweaters…Hot.
February 15, 2013 6:12 pm
Statement belts. Okay-kay!
February 15, 2013 6:43 pm
Luv it!
February 15, 2013 7:10 pm
Gorgeous.
February 15, 2013 7:52 pm
The pants are so throwing me off. I need some higher heels or shorter hems…….But over all the line is amazing.
February 15, 2013 8:25 pm
Nice
February 15, 2013 9:07 pm
i typically don’t like rachel roy designs, but i’m feeling this collection a lot. very nice.
February 15, 2013 9:17 pm
Lovely! But why style your collection with another designer’s belts (Christopher Ross)? #justsaying
February 15, 2013 9:50 pm
@tt: I was thinking the same thing, I usually am not digging Rachel Roy’s collections, but I love almost everything this time around! There is just something about a white suit that I always love.
February 16, 2013 11:36 am
um, what’s a digital show? this sounds like jargon rachel roy’s people put together and you’re simply repeating it.
did they just post it to youtube or whatever? not sure i get it.
February 16, 2013 11:38 am
the long lace dress is sort of prada from several seasons ago. it’s nice but i’m not a fan of the color so much.
February 16, 2013 10:46 pm
The sweaters were wonderful! The pants were a little too big, but not too bad. Overall a great line.
February 17, 2013 1:00 am
Some very cute, wearable pieces!
February 17, 2013 9:12 am
Eh, ok. I gave in recently and purchased my first RR dress a few months ago. Now one of my fav work pieces. Something about her pieces though they always look so bleh on the racks. Loving the first dress up above.
February 18, 2013 10:08 am
IN LUST! I will wear them ALL!!! AAAAAAALLLLLLLL
February 18, 2013 10:37 am
She outdid herself this time. I approve.