Is it wrong that I’m kind of glad that fashion week is ending?! (Mostly I just want Instagram to go back to the regularly scheduled programming.) It’s definitely fun and I love getting to participate, but overall it’s just not completely my thing. I keep my schedule super simple, skipping shows and events that are not up my alley. It’s way less hectic and a whole lot more enjoyable to just do the things that I 100% want to do.
I don’t know how some girls do it going from show to show, wearing the highest of high heels, and meeting with everyone they can. I go to one thing and I’m ready to get back to my apartment to change into running shorts (or my favorite work-from-home dress) and snuggle with Teddy– which is, naturally, what I end up doing.
Over the past week, I did get to do some of my favorite fashion week things. The Kate Spade presentation, a rooftop party with rewardStyle, and the Nanette Lepore fashion show. Even though my days weren’t totally fashion-packed, I did learn a few things that I thought I’d pass along.
ONE // Top-knots are out, braids are in
Holy. Moly. The braids were unreal at all the events. I saw some simple side braids that can be easily done at home. A million milkmaid braids for the girls with a little bit more braiding talent. And a whole lot of these braided crowns that I could only imagine took a true expert six hours to craft. Needless to say, braids of all kinds were out in full force.
TWO // White all year round
The white after Labor Day rule has been totally thrown out the window. I thought I was rebellious with feeling comfortable wearing white jeans after summer. White dresses, white blazers, white shoes. It’s all fair game now. At first it bothered me seeing these all white ensembles, cringing a little bit out of habit I imagine. But then I started to love the look. The key here is that summery clothes should stay in summer, so a breezy white eyelet dress might be best kept for July. Instead, try an oversized white dress shirt with white skinny jeans.
THREE // Bill Cunningham is the best
Bill Cunningham is the legend of all NYC legends. If you haven’t watched the documentary about him, do it as soon as possible. You won’t regret it! I don’t know how he does it, but this man was everywhere during fashion week. It’s impossible to miss him in his signature blue coat. Seeing him in NYC is the best (I saw him when we went to the Veuve Clicquot polo match), but there’s something extra special about seeing him during fashion week. He’s completely in his element. He totally stands out (again, that blue coat) and somehow completely blends in. He was a few rows ahead of me at the Nanette Lepore show and I was completely and utterly starstruck. I should note here, I totally felt like a creep taking the photo for Instagram, but I legitimately couldn’t resist. I felt a lot better about it when Jenna Lyons did the exact same thing…. On that note, Jenna took over J. Crew’s Twitter and she is the queen of selfies. The best thing J. Crew has done social media-wise hands down.
xoxo
I'm loving the new braid trend. Now if only my braids could come even close to some of those on the runway!
I'm quite honestly THRILLED top knots are out. That one never quite "took" for me. It always looked awkward and uncomfortable.
— Alex at Cashmere Kangaroo — Alex at Cashmere Kangaroo
I have to confess I like braids better than top knots, I could never really get into them and I love that white is in all year round!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
I am so glad that top-knots are officially a thing of the past..I was never one who could pull of a top knot. Mostly because my hair is so thick and wavy, I'd always have these little stray hairs that would stick up in different directions…Not pretty. Braids are definitely right up my alley though. So excited to really experiment with different kinds of braids!
I really loved your piece about wearing white after labor day. It can and most definitely should be done, but in the right way!
(p.s- Your pictures from the BSmart Guide post were absolutely GORGEOUS!)
I'm so glad that braids are coming back. My hair is too fine and naturally ridiculously straight, so buns of all kind (including top knots) are surprisingly difficult for me.
Kate
http://www.katethealmostgreat.com
No, you're not wrong for having your own feelings. I too am happy it's coming to an end. Happy that the city will get back to normal. I thought I could avoid the crowds by doing dinners down in lower Tribeca but I was wrong. People have migrated down there now. I suppose Meat Packing can't accommodate everyone. Also, it really adds up when you have to go shopping for that perfect outfit to wear to the shows. As for heels, I've been blessed by the gods & stand at 5'11. I taller than girls that how on those sky scraper heels. It's so funny, you look around and all you see is flesh-color band-aids on people. Own being short ladies! There's nothing wrong with it!
As for top knot, I'm neither here nor there on it. I was always jealous of those that could do it. I have layers framing my face & so pulling my hair up always meant pcs. falling out.
http://www.stylegonerogue.com
The braid trend is awesome! And I don't think I could "do" fashion week. I'd love to go to see it all and get to experience it at least once, but I think I'd get very overwhelmed very quickly.
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kimberrleigh
Looks like such a great time! I'm SO excited braids are on trend.. so easy and chic!
xo ClassToCloset
I love the white all year round trend! Glad someone else agrees!
Morgan Paige
http://www.mygorgeouschaos.com
It is towards the top of my bucket list to see Bill Cunningham in real life on one of my trips to NYC!
Hmmm, not sure how i feel about the whole braid trend….but i'm always so jealous of all the bloggers who get to experience fashion week!
I love this, I have always dreamed of going to NYFW because so many bloggers rave about how much they love it but I see how it can be hectic, and there is no way I would want to attend absolutely everything. Like you, I would probably only go to my favorites.
I think we all already knew that Bill Cunningham is the best 🙂
~Sophia
Plaid Is My Favourite Colour
love bill!
xoxop
http://northseventhandbedford.com/
Bill is amazing <3 and yes always wear white!
xo,
Melissa
MissyOnMadison.com
I never knew there could be so many variations for braids. I love the different textures! Can't wait for my hair to grow out long enough for that 😛 -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey's