NYFW Recap

So as all of ya'll know, New York Fashion Week just wrapped up yesterday! And what a hectic week it has been! With trying to manage working shows, seeing shows, school, and a job, it can be a lot to take on for one 19 year old girl! It seemed like NYFW went be so quickly and we are already off to London/Paris/Milan Fashion Weeks! With plenty of bloggers from different countries to watch what will be big for Spring 2013, I'd say New York did pretty well. From being in the city, I'd like to recap what happened here in New York with the biggest beauty trends and Women's Wear 2013 trends. 

BEAUTY

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As you can tell below golden eyes was a hit. I LOVE that this is a huge trend for Spring because for brown eyed girls like moi it really brings out the chocolate in my eyes! Secondly, metallic nails were huge! This past year, nails had become a huge statement within the fashion world with different designs on each finger to one nail being a different color than the rest. So this metallic look fits right into the next big thing for your mani's and pedi's! Thirdly, long hair seemed to be big on the runway with loose ponies and messy buns! Most woman attending the shows had high sock buns but it's time to let that bun loose and make it more casual and relaxed with these two hair trends! And lastly, the models were really rockin the fresh face look. This is such an easy trend to follow because who wouldn't want to only take 5 mins in the morning to get ready?! I wouldn't mind that's for sure! With just the easiness of laying on some new BB cream and a little mascara you're good to go! 

WOMEN'S WEAR

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Starting on the top left I have a design by Jason Wu. He has flourished into such a beautiful designer and he has brought one of the biggest trends to Spring. That being crop tops. Now, crop tops have started to come around the retailers this past summer, but for Spring 2013 it will be a full force statement piece. So ladies, make sure you get one of these for spring. 

In the top right we have the drop waist dress by Marc by Marc Jacobs. No longer is the waist where are belly button is, but now a little below the hips! This is a huge change for dresses but I find it a cool concept and I can't wait to grab myself one of these little numbers! 

In the middle left we have a leather dress by Proenza Schouler. What a beautiful designer Proenza is, and the idea of keeping leather around through Spring is most surely a change! Playing with leather, mesh, and lace are all major factors for Spring. So ladies and gentlemen, do not be putting away your favorite leather jackets after the winter has died down! 

In the middle right we have a floral jumpsuit by Charlotte Ronson. Charlotte Ronson has become a huge hit on the New York Runway and this would be another one! Along with the idea that jumpsuits are coming back, so are florals! Florals is always a huge statement every spring but this more subtle "floral fantasy" has a nice take on it. 

In the bottom left I have a slouchy chic look by DVF. I have always been obsessed with Diane Von Furstenburg with the start of her wrap around dresses in her bold prints! But this look is more tamed for her. Starting a couple years ago with the boyfriend jean, many of the designers have brought their looks to be more slouchy and comfortable but yet still sophisticated and fashionable. So women, start looking out for those bellowing blouses! 

And lastly on the bottom right I have a white striped Marc Jacobs number. Obviously, this look is quite striking and no one would wear this out to buy some groceries, but it brings the point across. This being that white strips is a huge trend for Spring! So everyone be looking out for those stripes in your local boutiques and retailers! 

Now although New York Fashion Week is over, it is just the beginning for London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks. So buckle up, because we still have many more fashion trends to see with our European designers! Until next time...

Xoxo,

Alexa