When we think about New York Fashion Week or any Fashion Week in general, most people think about the familiar names most people have heard of. However, there are many designers and brands that are creating extraordinary fashions each season. Some as individual runway shows others as parts of conglomerates. As part of the DCFashion Fool’s coverage from the last New York Fashion Week, we are showcasing some runways shows that may have not gotten the coverage as some of the bigger names but no less showed some beautiful fashion.
Negris Lebrum
When: Sunday February 9
Where: 393 Broadway, Soho, New York
Negris LeBrum launched their Sunset collection during New York Fashion Week (Fall Winter 2020) on Sunday September 9th, 2020.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 09: A model walks the runway for Negris LeBrum fashion show during New York Fashion Week on February 09, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for FOTR)
Negris Lebrum recently returned to NYFW with its FW collection, Sunset, which represents the brands long standing usage of black as the primary color and infusing bright gold hues much like the descent of the sun below a horizon.
This fall winter collection consisted of furs, leathers, wools and silks. The collection colors are fused with golds, sunflower furs and gold silk prints. The collection is inspired by the vibes from the 80s. The hairstyles and makeup help set the tone for this collection by fusing the style of Prince from Purple Rain and David Bowie. This collection attitude was all about sex appeal and being fierce on the runway.
Photos provided by Negris Lebrum from Getty Images
GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE I
When: Sunday February 9
Where: Stage B Pier 59 Studio, 59 Chelsea Piers
Photos provided by EB Consults Worldwide
Three shows each with a unique perspective
WoolLeeX
Taiwanese brand WooLeeX known for integrating art work into fashion, we were treated to literal pieces of art floating down the runway. Drawing their inspiration from Butchard Garden in Victoria, British Columbia, the collection had a flare of timeless yet modern charm. Floral courageous prints commanded this set delivering stunning statement pieces. A colour palette of bold colours and black and white paired beautifully with Taiwanese’s traditional cultures like embroidery and dragons, made for a unique and enchanting experience.
LAVEC
Japanese brand LAVEC described the collection in one word as LOVE. Deriving her inspiration from self-love, family, people, plants, food, animals and the earth, she created a collection based on sustainability. With most fabrics being 100% organic cotton and ecological meaning they are made by using reduced material. The colour palette was a mix of black, white beige with electric blue pops of colour in between.
WMTM by NiuNiu Chou
WMTM by NiuNiu Chou commanded the runway with its traditional and striking pieces and fierce child models. Describing the collection in one word as heritage, the main inspiration behind the collection was Chinese vintage. The heritage theme ran deep within this collection with fabrics over 70 years old and made from the craftsman with the traditional technique. The colourful palette was the perfect pairing with this historic and timeless collection.
GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE II WRAP UP
When: Sunday February 9
Where: Stage B Pier 59 Studio, 59 Chelsea Piers
Photos provided by EB Consults Worldwide
Vibrant colours, defined edges and traditional influences lead the way for Global Fashion Collectives second show at New York Fashion Week.
The Arlo Studio
The Arlo Studio created by designer duo Charlotte Terry and Julianne Propsting embraces the philosophy that women have powerful and integral roles to play in society and their clothes should reflect this. This philosophy was deeply embedded in this collection.
Shun Oyama Tokyo
Shun Oyama Tokyo is only 22 years old used an eclectic mix of brocade and upholstery fabric in this collection. Drawing from an array of earth tones and silhouettes, each piece spoke volumes with its own unique personality, yet it was united by the common theme of fabric. Inspired by classic Japanese and European fashion mixed into a modern perspective, dramatic shoulder pads and defined edges made for an emotional and powerful collection.
Gigi Wang
Gigi Wang’s collection was to take us on a passage through time from traditional China to contemporary times. The inspiration for this collection comes from Chinese tradition. This united relationship of old and new is seen through the combination of traditional Chinese fabrics and new modern environmentally-friendly fabrics. Vibrant colours used included bright orange and green combined with traditional embroidery.
Alicia Perillo
Alicia Perillo drew inspiration from a William Gibson novel ‘Idoru’. Written in 1995, he predicted that the avatar will take over the world. Perillo described her collection in one word as ‘inclusive futurism’.
Christian Cowan
When: Tuesday, February 11
Where: Spring Studios, Gallery I, 50 Varick Street, New York
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 11: A model walks the runway for Christian Cowan Fall/Winter 2020 during New York Fashion Week: The Shows at Gallery I at Spring Studios on February 11, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images for Christian Cowan)
British designer Christian Cowan provides a youthful take on how modern women dress. His designs have been seen on Lady Gaga and he continue to produce a gorgeous collection for A/W 2020.
Photo Credit: Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images
Dirty Pineapple
WHEN: Wednesday, February
WHERE: Gallery II at Spring Studios, NYC
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Dirty Pineapple offers a more nuanced narrative and attempts to navigate the extremes often followed by big fashion when reacting to a changes in fashion and style. They offer a new raw luxury experience. The odd and twisted visual vocabulary of Dirty Pineapple is a mix of color combinations, gender contrast and vintage styling.
Runway Photography: Salvatore Dragone and Paolo Lanzi Imaxtree
Nicholas K
In today’s ever-changing fashion climate, close connections to the consumer is the primary focus of Nicholas K. Having opened their first brick & mortar retail store in the Fall of 2018 on Broome Street in Soho, sibling designers Nicholas and Christopher Kunz have seen fiscal and informational jumps for their business. They have opted to focus on direct to consumer to business and let their customer dictate their collection’s sensibility.
Photos provided by EB Consults Worldwide for Nicholas K
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What an awesome look inside Fashion Week!
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