Hey!
So while Adriana took in an afternoon show yesterday, I headed to the tents for Vivienne Tam…

…I took my buddy Stephanie with me into the Promenade…
..and almost immediately caught sight of recent US Open winner Serena Williams sitting front row:
I was excited–I knew my mother (an avid tennis fan) would have died to have me snap a picture with her, but for the moment I sat in my seat and took in the collection. I must admit, seeing Serena might have been the most interesting part of the show:
Tam, raised in Hong Kong, is known for an ‘East meets West’ or ‘China Chic’ sensibility, mirrored in her marriage of Asian inspired tailoring with Westernized fabrics. Chinese influences were evident in high neck dresses with floral appliques:
But with the exception of a few pieces, the collection seemed to be less chic and more reminiscent of a secretary of another generation: think 70’s and 80’s inspired separates and dresses in florals, reds, and pops of purple:
…while lovely, the offerings were almost shocking in their simplicity, and I was left looking for the piece that would make my mouth water.  It came, in part, towards the end of the show, where Tam flexed her skills in cocktails of eye catching colors that melded textures and tones (think satin with sheer, patent leather with chiffon):
…gorgeous. The show ended on a high note, but not quite high enough to offset the rest.
What do you think?
Smootches!
*After the show, I tried to catch Serena, but seems she’s as fast off the court as she is on! Homegirl was gone like lightning, but hopefully I can catch up with her later.
**My dress is by a label named Zoa (currently at Pieces in Brooklyn), Shoes by L.A.M.B (I LOVE THEM!), Jewels by Jenny D, natch.

Adriana does Iodice. Enjoy!
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Iodice is a contemporary Brazilian label known for its denim and simple sophistication, with special attention to easy, feminine silhouettes. The show’s atmosphere was a bustling, excited one as many people new to the Brazilian line seemed to be in attendance. The show was held in the Salon of the Bryant Park tents, the most intimate of the three runway show venues. I could see everything clearly from my seat and, like being up close to a painting in a museum, it made all the difference in observing the clothes’ craftsmanship.The color palette consisted of only five discernable hues: sand, white, deep turquoise, jet black, and a pale mauve. Silk tops with Origami-like folds and ethereal goddess dresses were shown alongside clean-lined trousers, skirts, and dress shorts. The accessories (no jewelry; fingerless gloves; open-toed, strappy, metallic pewter shoe boots) were minimal and added an edge that saved the presentation from being too delicate. Iodice being a Brazilian label there were, of course, several sexy bathing suits and beach ensembles included.

It’s clear that the label would like to replicate its popularity in Brazil here in the States, and likely designed this collection with American consumers in mind (the clothes’ many references to early Halston, Calvin Klein, and Donna Karan seemed to indicate such). Some of the tailoring and draping could have been smarter, and there were a few garments that seemed a bit too derivative, but overall it was a sound collection with pieces that whispered ‘sophistication’ instead of shouting it.

As they say in Brasil, ate logo (until later)!
-Adriana

So Adriana and I met at the tents, looking to cover Fashion Week…

…but decided to grab a drink instead…
..and head over to W Magazine’s New York Affair Party.
The night promised appearances by several celebs, and we weren’t disappointed!
I first snapped a pic with party host Paula Patton, who admitted she didn’t read blogs because of the nasty things they said…
…after I assured her the Fashion Bomb was all good, she took a photo. How cute is she??
I next sidled up to her husband Mr. Robin Thicke…
…who is super tall and cute in person.
I then said ‘Hey’ to Aubrey from Danity Kane who admitted to loving Hairspray…
…but said that Danity Kane was ‘figuring things out’…
Then couldn’t help but stop the beautiful and lovely Stacy Mckenzie (remember her from those Calvin Klein ads)…
…who’s still working as a judge for Canada’s Next Top Model (also check for her for BET’s Fashion meets Movies Show)!
I also met up and coming model Liris Crosse…
…who is currently signed to Wilhemina and has been in several music videos.
It was a fun night!
But we just took one night off…
Stay tuned for more video and Fashion Show Reviews!
Smootches!
PS Had to throw a few patterns in with my Tibi Skirt! Do you like???

Adriana does Miss Sixty!
Enjoy!
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Miss Sixty’s evening show was an even bigger celebrity crush than Rock & Republic’s, and the dazed looks on people’s faces from the number of flashes going off attested to that (or to the bar in the lobby!). Among the stars in attendance: Rosario Dawson, Jay Alexander, Gossip Girl’s Blake Lively, and Ugly Betty’s Becki Newton, all of whom dotted the front rows. The tent was packed to the rafters, and by the time I made my way in, there was no hope of a seat. Fortunately, one of the show’s guards was sweet enough to carve out a space for me at the top of the stairs and I ended up having one of the best bird’s-eye views in the house.

Like Rock & Republic, Miss Sixty is a denim label known for its jeans and sexy contemporary wear. Unlike R&R, however, this collection was, unfortunately, not very cohesive or appealing. While there were individual pieces that merited some note, the clothes as a whole were an example of what happens when a label designs too much for the runway and not enough for the consumer, surprising since Miss Sixty is normally a very accessible line.
A seemingly random hodgepodge of influences, from hippie-chic to 80s fads to punk rock (and more), marked the collection, as did stripes, plaids, psychedelic sixties prints, and graphic designs. Denim appeared in the form of vests, genie pants, and rompers, and the outfits were set off in large part by clunky, high-heeled, open-toe boots paired with multicolored, striped knee-high socks (Are you dizzy yet? I know I was and it wasn’t the flashbulbs this time). There were one or two things you could wear on their own (I thought the colored visors added a playful retro touch, and pair of blue and red-striped tights were fun and made me crave fall weather), but for the most part it was a disappointing show:
But you be the judge F’Bers…
-Adriana

More from Adriana!
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Walking into Tibi’s show on Saturday felt a bit like stepping into a tented backyard on a summer evening in the Hamptons: cool white chairs, muted pastel lighting, and a runway of the palest ice blue set the mood for a collection that was as elegant as its atmosphere

Tibi’s designer and founder Amy Smilovic began in fashion after moving to Hong Kong over ten years ago, and Asia’s influence continues to weave its way into her designs. Viewing their Spring offerings, I was reminded strongly of nineteenth-century colonial Hong Kong: butterfly prints, Chinese reds, and Mandarin dresses dotted the runway, along with jodhpur-like Officer trousers and wide, tasseled, waist-cinching belts.
There was also an element of Katharine Hepburn and the 1980s, as well, in the shoulder-padded blouses and boxy blazers (which were reminiscent of early Giorgio Armani). Aside from a few pieces that ran toward the kitschy, I was pleasantly dazzled. The piece de resistance was a floor-length, jade gown with an applique design that was stunning in both its color and fluidity.
The clothes seemed perfect for a worldly, bohemian jetsetter, as at home at a Turkish bazaar as she is on the Vineyard (or her Hamptons backyard). Models Han Jin, Chanel Iman, Tokumbo, and Lakshmi Menon, among others, carried the clothes off beautifully and also added diversity to the runway, continuing a (heartening) trend I’ve been seeing all through Fashion Week.
Here are more stand-out looks:
Artful and Fashion Forward!
Adriana

Hey!
So I know you guys want the scoop on my party….

…well it was a hit!
Style Mavens of color came out in droves to celebrate Black Fashion and The Fashion Bomb’s 2nd Anniversary!
Peep the Red Carpet:
Yours truly wearing an Adeleke dress (available at Pieces) and Jenny Dayco earrings and necklace. Artist Cris hooked up my makeup and did an *amazing* job!!
From Left: Enyinne of Uptown Emerging Designer’s Market and Seasoned to Perfection, Designer Adeleke , and Busie of Fashion Indie (also in an Adeleke dress)…
…Maya Kalman of the line Boxing Kitten stunted on the red carpet..
As did many readers and friends:
It was fun!
Stay tuned for more pictures in The Fashion Bomb Group on Facebook!
Contact Adeleke by e-mailing him here, find more Jenny Dayco Jewels at www.jennydayco.com and book Makeup artist Cris for all your events by visiting her site www.gdluxe.com!!!
Many many thanks to everyone who came out, rain and all!
And lots of love to Fashion Indie and the JI Group!
Smootches!