New York to Paris - Runway Rundown

fashion week fashion rundown

Red Dress Collection<BR>New York, Feb. 13 - Celebrities worked their magic at the Heart Truth Red Dress Collection Fall 2009 fashion show. Wearing all different designer dresses, celebs took the stage to raise awareness about heart disease and how important is it for women (and men) to protect their hearts.

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Red Dress Collection<BR>New York, Feb. 13 - Celebrities worked their magic at the Heart Truth Red Dress Collection Fall 2009 fashion show. Wearing all different designer dresses, celebs took the stage to raise awareness about heart disease and how important is it for women (and men) to protect their hearts.

Lacoste&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 14 - Lacoste delivered a retail-ready collection rather than fashion-forward. It was about relaxed elegance with chic and smooth knits and lots of layering. Colors to pick up on were grey, yellow, white, and indigo blue.

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Lacoste<BR>New York, Feb. 14 - Lacoste delivered a retail-ready collection rather than fashion-forward. It was about relaxed elegance with chic and smooth knits and lots of layering. Colors to pick up on were grey, yellow, white, and indigo blue.

Calvin Klein Men&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 15 - Calvin Klein always keeps it clean, fresh and cutting-edge. This collection was no exception. These were uniform, defined, precise pieces, but they were also sexy.

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Calvin Klein Men<BR>New York, Feb. 15 - Calvin Klein always keeps it clean, fresh and cutting-edge. This collection was no exception. These were uniform, defined, precise pieces, but they were also sexy.

Diane Von Furstenberg&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 15 - The best word to describe this collection: &quot;funky.&quot; The designer sent out a melting pot's worth of fabrics. It was a thick, heavy, comfy look, with lots of prints and lots of textures.

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Diane Von Furstenberg<BR>New York, Feb. 15 - The best word to describe this collection: "funky." The designer sent out a melting pot's worth of fabrics. It was a thick, heavy, comfy look, with lots of prints and lots of textures.

Barbie's 50th Anniversary Show New York, Feb. 15 - Barbie's first-ever runway show featured looks created by 50 American designers, and the world’s top models brought the doll to life. The collection celebrated the past, present and future of fashion, with Barbie as the muse. Pure fun.

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Barbie's 50th Anniversary Show New York, Feb. 15 - Barbie's first-ever runway show featured looks created by 50 American designers, and the world’s top models brought the doll to life. The collection celebrated the past, present and future of fashion, with Barbie as the muse. Pure fun.

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DKNY&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 15 - A modern girl on the go can appreciate this collection. It was modern, polished and pulled together with pencil skirts, boxy coats and clashing patterns that kept things from looking too mature or too vintage.

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DKNY<BR>New York, Feb. 15 - A modern girl on the go can appreciate this collection. It was modern, polished and pulled together with pencil skirts, boxy coats and clashing patterns that kept things from looking too mature or too vintage.

Tracy Reese&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 16 - Tracy Reese worked a schoolgirl vibe for Fall, adding nerdy specs, knit caps, and knee socks to most of her looks. Her dresses could be styled just as easily for a college campus as for a luxury resort.

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Tracy Reese<BR>New York, Feb. 16 - Tracy Reese worked a schoolgirl vibe for Fall, adding nerdy specs, knit caps, and knee socks to most of her looks. Her dresses could be styled just as easily for a college campus as for a luxury resort.

Marc Jacobs&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 16 - He worked his way through little silver-and-black A-line shifts; party dresses in metallic leathers and floral brocades with flaring, full skirts and monster shoulders; velvet bustier tops and high-waisted over-dyed jeans; and Crayola-bright jackets, capes, and hooded coats.

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Marc Jacobs<BR>New York, Feb. 16 - He worked his way through little silver-and-black A-line shifts; party dresses in metallic leathers and floral brocades with flaring, full skirts and monster shoulders; velvet bustier tops and high-waisted over-dyed jeans; and Crayola-bright jackets, capes, and hooded coats.

Diesel Black Gold&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 17 - The collection took intriguing elements of the heyday of jazz and gave them the Diesel treatment with a contemporary rock and roll feel.

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Diesel Black Gold<BR>New York, Feb. 17 - The collection took intriguing elements of the heyday of jazz and gave them the Diesel treatment with a contemporary rock and roll feel.

Baby Phat&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 17 - For Baby Phat Fall 2009, Kimora Lee Simmons' muse was the First Lady. The collection was soft, pretty and classic, with a little glamour and a little glitter. Positively lady-like.

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Baby Phat<BR>New York, Feb. 17 - For Baby Phat Fall 2009, Kimora Lee Simmons' muse was the First Lady. The collection was soft, pretty and classic, with a little glamour and a little glitter. Positively lady-like.

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The Fall Report - Another month of fashion weeks has come to a close. From New York to Paris, get the full runway rundown of all the major collections - Baby Phat, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and more! Plus, see Chanel Iman, Liya Kebede and others strut their stuff on the catwalk in next season’s hottest trends.

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Marc by Marc Jacobs<BR>New York, Feb. 17 - Taking a spin off your thrift shop favorites, this collection does well in combining a vintage technique into contemporary designs, allowing for an endless amount of stylish combinations.

Michael Kors&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 18 - Michael Kors offered everything a woman will need in her fall wardrobe – from cool casual to puffy cashmere coats. On the runway there were clothes for work, travel, vacation or evening event.

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Michael Kors<BR>New York, Feb. 18 - Michael Kors offered everything a woman will need in her fall wardrobe – from cool casual to puffy cashmere coats. On the runway there were clothes for work, travel, vacation or evening event.

Oscar de la Renta&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 18 - This season’s collection followed along with so many of the other collections of the season, lots of dark metallic colors, animal prints, and even hobo bags which are the it item of the Spring season.

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Oscar de la Renta<BR>New York, Feb. 18 - This season’s collection followed along with so many of the other collections of the season, lots of dark metallic colors, animal prints, and even hobo bags which are the it item of the Spring season.

Nanette Lepore&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 18 - Nanette Lepore is known for creating ultra feminine pieces and her Fall 2009 collection was no different. In her runway show, it was obvious to see the touches of vintage influences in the fabrics, silhouettes and color choices. But Lepore managed to put a modern glamorous spin on it all.

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Nanette Lepore<BR>New York, Feb. 18 - Nanette Lepore is known for creating ultra feminine pieces and her Fall 2009 collection was no different. In her runway show, it was obvious to see the touches of vintage influences in the fabrics, silhouettes and color choices. But Lepore managed to put a modern glamorous spin on it all.

Isaac Mizrahi&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 19 - What’s there not to like about a collection entitled, 'Smile: Fall 2009’? Isaac Mizrahi was determined to make the audience smile with bright colors, chunky knits and comfort coats.

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Isaac Mizrahi<BR>New York, Feb. 19 - What’s there not to like about a collection entitled, 'Smile: Fall 2009’? Isaac Mizrahi was determined to make the audience smile with bright colors, chunky knits and comfort coats.

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Zac Posen&lt;BR&gt;New York, Feb. 19 - The designer's 40’s inspired collection contained gorgeous Victorian gowns, jackets, suits in warm and nude shades, and fabrics from lace, silk, satin and sequins.

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Zac Posen<BR>New York, Feb. 19 - The designer's 40’s inspired collection contained gorgeous Victorian gowns, jackets, suits in warm and nude shades, and fabrics from lace, silk, satin and sequins.

Gucci&lt;BR&gt;Milan, Feb. 28 - Keeping up with the 80’s, Gucci's latest collection in Milan was full of glitter and glamour yet strong - showcasing the independent woman.

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Gucci<BR>Milan, Feb. 28 - Keeping up with the 80’s, Gucci's latest collection in Milan was full of glitter and glamour yet strong - showcasing the independent woman.

Dsquared&lt;BR&gt;Milan, March 2 - The Dsquared&#178; models strutted down the catwalk clutching Starbucks venti lattes and BlackBerry phones, wearing preppy shirts and boyfriend jeans topped off with a washed leather jacket and a trucker hat. Nearly every look was accessorized with caps, sunglasses and a little bling.

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Dsquared<BR>Milan, March 2 - The Dsquared² models strutted down the catwalk clutching Starbucks venti lattes and BlackBerry phones, wearing preppy shirts and boyfriend jeans topped off with a washed leather jacket and a trucker hat. Nearly every look was accessorized with caps, sunglasses and a little bling.

Issey Miyake&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 6 - The Issey Miyake show was a homage to Japanese culture and a perfect expression of fashion in motion. It was fun and energetic, from the opening looks of easy cuffed pants and jackets to the more streetwise styles, such as mesh tops worn over sporty neon pieces.

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Issey Miyake<BR>Paris, March 6 - The Issey Miyake show was a homage to Japanese culture and a perfect expression of fashion in motion. It was fun and energetic, from the opening looks of easy cuffed pants and jackets to the more streetwise styles, such as mesh tops worn over sporty neon pieces.

Vivienne Westwood&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 6 - Using draping, folding and ruching, the British designer sent out shirt dresses, traveling capes and cowl neckline jackets that were quite brave and refreshing.

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Vivienne Westwood<BR>Paris, March 6 - Using draping, folding and ruching, the British designer sent out shirt dresses, traveling capes and cowl neckline jackets that were quite brave and refreshing.

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Stella McCartney&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 9 - McCartney’s collection provided a complete wardrobe for women who connect with her brand of sophisticated, sleek, easy, wearable fashionable pieces – easily worn from day to night.

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Stella McCartney<BR>Paris, March 9 - McCartney’s collection provided a complete wardrobe for women who connect with her brand of sophisticated, sleek, easy, wearable fashionable pieces – easily worn from day to night.

Giambattista Valli&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 9 - The two main themes of the collection were ankle length bell shaped skirts, and peacock feathers. Gorgeous double-faced coats, high-waisted pants and draped dresses made up the rest of the collection.

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Giambattista Valli<BR>Paris, March 9 - The two main themes of the collection were ankle length bell shaped skirts, and peacock feathers. Gorgeous double-faced coats, high-waisted pants and draped dresses made up the rest of the collection.

Viktor & Rolf&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 9 - Talk about a literal interpretation, Viktor & Rolf’s Fall 2009 collection looked straight out of a Greco-Roman sculpture exhibit. Draped sleeves, draped pants, draped coats, draped skirts … even stone-like gray faces!

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Viktor & Rolf<BR>Paris, March 9 - Talk about a literal interpretation, Viktor & Rolf’s Fall 2009 collection looked straight out of a Greco-Roman sculpture exhibit. Draped sleeves, draped pants, draped coats, draped skirts … even stone-like gray faces!

Valentino&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 10 - Dresses in acid yellow, emerald green, turquoise, wine red, and black (Fall 2009’s color of choice) were polished and interestingly cut with twists, folds and pleats.

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Valentino<BR>Paris, March 10 - Dresses in acid yellow, emerald green, turquoise, wine red, and black (Fall 2009’s color of choice) were polished and interestingly cut with twists, folds and pleats.

Hermes&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 11 - Hermes collection left fashionistas flying high, complete with goggles, flying caps and loads or fur trims. There were fur-collared crocodile bombers and leather skirt suits mixed with an amazing array of trenches and tailored trousers.

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Hermes<BR>Paris, March 11 - Hermes collection left fashionistas flying high, complete with goggles, flying caps and loads or fur trims. There were fur-collared crocodile bombers and leather skirt suits mixed with an amazing array of trenches and tailored trousers.

Louis Vuitton&lt;BR&gt;Paris, March 12 - The Louis Vuitton Fall 2009 show gave us a superb color palette with lots of pompoms, ruffles, bows, Playboy bunny ears and ruching. Puffy skirts, delicate lace blouses and knit cardigans were all presented to complete this gorgeous collection.

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Louis Vuitton<BR>Paris, March 12 - The Louis Vuitton Fall 2009 show gave us a superb color palette with lots of pompoms, ruffles, bows, Playboy bunny ears and ruching. Puffy skirts, delicate lace blouses and knit cardigans were all presented to complete this gorgeous collection.