best of raf simons for jil sander fall 2011 boots times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Unlike any other detail that I have seen Raf Simon's has
cleverly detailed his shoe for fall 2011 to be worn only
with the collections' stirrup pants which slot neatly into the
brass opening you can see within the wedge. Good thinking
99!

best of raf simons for jil sander fall 2011 details times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

For the graphic element of the fall 2011 collection, Raf
Simon's is inspired by skiwear where he transforms his
simple and restrained knitwear by prosthetically
attaching a second skin or more obviously a hood- a
unique detail which draws much attention to itself upon
viewing show.

best of raf simons for jil sander fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

As I look through all the fall collections coming together from
new york, london and milan it appears more and more the
reoccuring theme is colour; bright and bold and who else to
master those bold colours than Raf Simons. Following a
vibrant spring collection and also menswear fall collection
Raf delivers a wholesome collection filled with graphics
and constructivist forms and volume to be likened to the
works of cristobal balenciaga.

best of raf simons for jil sander fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

The jil sander bag is always simple and understated. It is 
not very often do you see colour, which is what I love about
these bags- bright with plenty of little hints of contrast. The range
of clutch purses are a necessity!!

best of prada fall 2011 hats times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

I adore these hats from Prada's fall 2011 collection
they explore so many ideas by using this sort of
swimming cap aesthetic, it plays on innocence
yet strength by using different materials such as
python, fur and leather. A beautiful accessory
to team with an eccentric collection.

best of prada fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Prada's fall collection seemed quite overwhelming with
such an array of materials and ideas, it was a world of
python, fur, plastic and well what I liked the most checks.
The elements in this collection I most enjoyed was the
1920's inspired flapper pieces where we saw exaggerated
checks, pleats and collars with contrasting belts.

best of prada fall 2011 boots times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Prada's colourful boot for fall 2011 is a clever illusion.
It illudes to the idea that it is a shoe perhaps with
a sock layered beneath, when infact it is a single piece
contrasted in colours and materials. The heel is quite
interesting in shape as well with a sweeping curve on
the inside.

best of fendi fall 2011 sunglasses times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

It has come to my attention in the last few collections
the focus on sunglasses in key fashion houses particularly
for the likes of prada and fendi. This season fendi again
goes for the bold oversized spectacle but with netural tones
and gradients with a frameless edge- almost a mutation or
the evil twin of last spring 2011's sunglasses.

best of fendi fall 2011 shoes times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/



Much like the bags in the ready to wear for this fall 2011
collection Karl and Silvia use similar techniques and
materials to appropriate their shoes - that is stingray contrast
with calf skin and detailing with etched patterns. The
mary-jane shoe dominates the collection unlike fall 2010
where it was all about the boot in ostrich and suede with
the rubber front. A sweet and feminine approach for this
fall.

best of fendi fall 2011 collection bags times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Silvia and Karl's bags for the fall 2011 collection are much
like the spring 2011collection; simple, feminine, elegant and
classic in design- however this season we see the use of
stingray and etching to detail and enhance the neutral tones
in the collection.

best of fendi fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

What a successful collaboration it has been having karl lagerfield
work with silvia fendi for all these years- their collections seem to
excel every season. This season excites me with its rich colours
and restrained and carefully detailed coats, the lapelle is different
on every coat and never a traditional fold- this girl is in dire need
of an exquistely tailored fendi coat to keep her warm. Overall
I don't think I will ever be disappointed with a fendi collection!

best of gucci fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Giannini takes us back to the 70's with her pussy bow
blouses, wide leg trousers,  and furs. There is a strong
presence of deep hues of purple, teal and navy blues.
I particluarly enjoy the wide brim hats, a winter must
have.

best of acne fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Yellow, leather and velvet.... these are just a few of
my favourite things and who would have imagined
all of them in one collection. Thank you Jonny! This
has to be one of my numerous favourite collections
its minimal, bold and there is plenty of leather in
every tone you can imagine. A remarkable play on
colour and texture.

best of aquascutum fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Joanna Skyes debut collection for Aquascutum was
inspirational her deconstructive approach to the classic
tailoring in the house was executed with precision and
technical skill. I particularly enjoy the layering in this
collection and clever tailoring details.

best of christopher bailey for burberry prorsum fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/



How can one not admire this colour palette developed
by Christopher Bailey for his fall collection at burberry, it
is neutral and functional. The design of the bag is classic
and simply adorned with tassles. Elegant!

best of christopher bailey for burberry prorsum fall 2011 collection clutches times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Christopher Bailey's clutch purses for Burberry are a
wonderful compliment to the ready to wear pieces
they use a range of colours that coordinate well with
the bright overtones in the collection. I particularly
enjoy the three dimensional layering of stripes in the
leather, very effective

best of christopher bailey for burberry prorsum fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Christopher Bailey's fall collection for burberry was a
remarkable manipulation of the coat where we saw the
restructuring of the slim coat- he changes its volume in
the sleeve and body displaying a unique scale in
proportions. Unlike previous fall collections Bailey also
plays with more vibrant colours of chartreuses, oranges
and yellows with oversized plaid and tweed textures.

best of viktor smedinge debut fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/

Recent graduate from Central Saint Martin's Viktor Smedinge's
debut fall 2011 collection was a very promising range;
aesthetically based on victorian forms with carefully rolled edges
to structure the garments and bold contrasting colours to
dramatise silhouettes. A very exciting addition to the fashion
scene.

best of christopher kane fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Christopher Kane's fall shoes are a simple understated pointed
mary jane block heel  with platform, in variations of translucent
and solid. A classic staple!

best of jonathan saunders fall 2011 menswear collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Jonathan Saunders menswear collection ties in with the
geometric and colour aesthetic as we saw in the womens
ready to wear collection, the knitwear however is rather
remarkable especially teamed together.

best of jonathan saunders fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com



Jonathan Saunders again masters the art of colour mixing in his new
fall collection with a clever play with geometric prints with an
almost escher famililarity to them. I particularly enjoy the classic
1930's pieces he choses in this collection such as the pencil
skirt and 3 buttoned suit jacket or coat. A fun contrast of
classic vs geometry.

best of marios schwab fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com



For those who know me, you would know I have a slight
tendency to favour designer whom uses leather in their
ready to wear, especially leather straight leg pants.... so
thank you marios schwab for providing me these burnt
red leather pieces to admire along with a very bold
and powerful collection.

best of basso & brooke fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Basso and Brooke's digital print revolution is applied
again in their fall collection, however this collection is
a minimalist range of tailoring with austere pieces that
incorporate camouflage prints.

best of calvin klein fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Francisco Costa's shoes for calvin klein's fall collection
are uncomplicated platform heels in several variations
of neutral colours and materials- a similar shape to shoes
by robert clergerie high cut and solid.

best of mary katrantzou fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Admittedly Mary Katrantzou has demonstrated the most
unique application of digital prints as she does what no other
designer does by remarkably exploring its third dimension, I
sometimes think her creative genius has to be accompanied
with some sort of madness as I watch all these pieces come
together they are simply a visual feast.

best of peter pilotto fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos fall 2011 collection
represent a strong punk aesthetic with a lovely constructivist
colour palette and geometric digital prints. The layering of
the pieces is always what intrigues me in runway shows and
the way in which the designer has this sort of suggestion of how
these pieces should be put together or assembled as an outfit
 - its almost a whole other art besides the design itself.

best of phillip lim fall 2011 collection green pieces times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

best of phillip lim fall 2011 collection bags times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

best of phillip lim fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Phillip lim's fall 2011 shoes are bold and sculptural,
the use of strong colours are combined with a carefully
formed shape. Quite simple and understated shoes to
compliment the bold and detailed collection.

best of erdem fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com


Erdem's fall 2011 collection explores these dark digital
impressionist graphics with navy, greens and blacks
the forms appear to be structured and the prints
delicate a wonderful combination.

best of erdem fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Erdem's fall ready to wear perfectly matches his shoes
once again, he replicates his digital print from his silk
garments to his luxurious velevet mary-janes and ankle
boot.

best of proenza schouler fall 2011 collection bags times three

images courtesy of http://www.vogue.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Jack and Larry officially kings of the clutch, check out last
summers clutch if you want to see what I mean. These bags
are exceptional from the colour combinations their simple
shapes and then even going to the effort to match the textiles
from the runway show. Clever clever boys!

best of proenza schouler fall 2011 collection necklaces

images courtesy of http://www.vogue.com/ and gorunway.com

There are very few fashion designers who exhibit jewellery
in their ready to wear shows, but proenza schouler know
how crucial these pieces are in completing their looks. These
lovely resin neckpieces are victorianesque mixed with
oversized tribal both complimenting their textile exploration
for this collection

best of proenza schouler fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of http://www.vogue.com/ and http://www.gorunway.com/

Larry and Jack's Proenza Schouler collection was perhaps
my favourite collection from new york with the lovely
colour combinations and clever craftsmanship, these
heels are no exception- they combine texture and colours
with suedes and cow hides with in a dramatic ankle strap
detail.

images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

Reed Krakoff bags for fall 2011 reliterates his entire collection
where we see the juxtaposition of strong and soft- his bags
show that powerful edge with the use of the mock croc
contrasted with the the smooth and soft calf skin.

best of reed krakoff fall 2011 shoes times three



images courtesy of http://www.style.com/ and gorunway.com

reed krakoff's fall collection is neutral in tones but full of strength in
its forms- the shoes are the perfect representation of that with the
snakeskin lace up wedge ankle boots to the gold and pewter metalic
wedges and sandals. Subtle yet powerful!

best of yigal azrouel fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of thakoon fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of thakoon fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of rag & bone fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of preen by thornton bregazzi fall 2011 collection times three



images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of phillip lim fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of vera wang fall 2011 collection boots times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of marc by marc jacobs fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of marc jacobs fall 2011 collection shoes times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of marc jacobs fall 2011 collection handbags times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of marc by marc jacobs fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of willow fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of willow and http://www.style.com/

best of marc by marc jacobs fall 2011 handbags times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/

best of karen walker fall 2011 collection times three

images courtesy of gorunway and http://www.style.com/