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May 2003
Feature
Past Issues

New York Fall Fashion Week 2004


Blue makes its appearance as bright, deep Limoges, while tenacious pink closes its second successful year as vivid Shocking Pink. The British influence is apparent in heraldic shades like regal Sunset Purple and robust Crimson.


Max Azria for BCBG

Prominent Colors: Jeweled tones; Sapphire, Amethyst, Amber and Midnight

Inspiration: Gemstones

Signature Color: Sapphire

Color Philosophy: Bold and daring color combinations


Anna Sui

Prominent Colors: Fuchsia, Kelly Green, Coral, Eggplant, Dusty Rose, antique metallics, Amber, Parchment and Ink

Signature Color: Fuchsia

Color Philosophy: Antiqued, bright colors in bold combinations


Ron Chereskin

Prominent Colors: Deep Ebony, textured Anthracite and sleek Titanium, lightened with warm Ivory and crisp Snow White. Shots of Cobalt, Royal Purple, Burgundy and Plum. Rustic luxury: Veldt, Moss, Fir, Pumpkin, Almond and Sand. Interspersed Icy Whites, Metal, Grays and Dawn Blue. Dark Denim livened by accents of Aqua, Fuchsia, Emerald and Goldenrod

Inspiration: Observing the modern urban woman on the street and in restaurants, nightspots, museums and galleries

Signature Color: Shades of Black

Color Philosophy: Color communicates ideas and is indispensable in helping clothes come alive


Badgley Mischka

Prominent Colors: Wines, Berry and Burgundy; Charcoal Grays and Taupes; Slate Blue and Silver Blue

Inspiration: Old New York photographs and films

Signature Color: Burgundy

Color Philosophy: Black and Gray neutrals accented with Dark Reds and Vintage Blues


Soft, golden Fall Leaf and earthy Pinecone are gathered from the forest floor, while the clear green of last season diverges and softens into Fennel Seed. The British influence is apparent in heraldic shades set against classic and sophisticated Camel.


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Tracy Reese

Prominent Colors: Pungent Pink and Hershey Brown, Jade and Blonde Beige, Tangerine and Petunia, Tiffany Blue and Puce – all accented with Gold and Antique Gold

Inspiration: Fashion eccentrics; Helena Rubinstein's book, Over the Top; and the Elsa Schiaparelli "Shocking" exhibit

Signature Color: Jade

Color Philosophy: Unusual combinations and rich layering of colors


Michael Vollbracht for Bill Blass

Prominent Colors: Burnt Gold and Bronze with Dirty Green; Toast with Crème

Inspiration: Animal skins like cheetah, leopard and sable

Signature Color: Dirty Peach

Color Philosophy: Make it luxe

 

 

The clear green of last season diverges and softens into Aqua Gray and pink returns as a lavender-infused Pale Mauve.


Nicole Miller

Prominent Colors: Rich, opulent colors; Teal, Plum and Gold, Olive and Brown

Inspiration: Tapestries and wall hangings, Victorian images and a hint of military

Signature Color: Teal

Color Philosophy: Unexpected mixes and lots of options

 


Jeff Mahshie for Chaiken

Prominent Colors: Saturated pastels - Violet, Nude, Blue and Olive - against Charcoal, Brown and Black

Inspiration: Make-up colors and 1930s films

Signature Color: Nude

Color Philosophy: Light spring color anchored by dark shades; Nude with Black, Khaki with Red


Peter Som

Prominent Colors: Antiqued Lilac, Pale Pink, Leaf and Kelly Green, Sunflower Yellow; Gift Box Blue mixed with elegant neutrals like Chocolate Brown, Midnight Navy and Raisin

Inspiration: Gray Gardens and Suddenly Last Summer. Both films feature strong women who exude a reckless glamour.

Signature Color: Pale Lilac with smoky undertones

Color Philosophy: Rich, eclectic luxury. Uncontrived and unexpected color combinations keep things modern and sexy.


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