London Ends It All

With the conclusion of Fashion Week in London, the month worth of fashion shows comes to a close. I'm sure you're dying to see what the major designers cooked up for each city - we are. And even if you have been following the shows throughout September, a recap is always helpful. The Fashion Week Daily has posted their summary of all the cities with pictures of the major designer's outfits. Interested? Check it out here.
Or if you are just interested in a specific city. Here's London and Milan.

More Homecoming

Here's a few more dresses we love for this year's homecoming events! They are each unique and fabulous.

Jump Right In

Jumpers are the fall must have!!!
Remember back to the grade school days when you were walking around in a green or red plaid jumper? They were easy to wear, easy to clean, and hid stains pretty well. Guess what? That same jumper is back in full force now - but not for 6 year olds. Now it is a fall fashion must for the older student and young professional.
The New York Times' Bill Cunningham, who captures the weekly 'On the Street' section, photographed the numerous renditions the jumper resurgance has taken.
No ready to go back to your roots? At least they are easy to slip on! They come in a variety of styles, colors, and designs. You can get the traditional plaid you grew up with or a soft gray. You can wear them with jeans, leggins, or just as is.
<-- This one you can get at Urban Outfitters for $68.00. It comes in both red and green plaid.

Skinny Models Strike Again

As Fashion Weeks continue across the globe during the month of September, the debate continues as to what is too thin. Earlier this month, Madrid ban models that are under the World Health organization's healthy standard from walking the runway.
Now it's Milan's turn, but they aren't taking the same steps Madrid did. The Reuters' article today has the head of Italian fashion chamber of commerce saying there is no need to ban ultra-thin models. He said of the hundreds of models there are only a couple that look sickly.
What do you think? Are models on the catwalk too thin? Will model size ever change to better represent the world's population?

Fashion Week's Top Trends

New York Magazine has published what it considers the top top trends at Fashion Week. Amoung the items to watch for this Spring, the magazine includes:
1. Little White Dresses
2. Cobalt Blue
3. Yellow
4. Prints in Black and White combinations
5. Floral Patters
6. Polka-dots
7. Droopy Pants
8. Volume in clothes, especially skirts
9. Shining materials that are still discreet
10. Huge, Chunky-heeled shoes

Skinny Jeans; Hepburn style

For months now skinny pants have been breaking into the fashion sceen. Gap's skinny black pants are all the rage, with ads for the item all over New York City. Where did the inspiration come from?
Audrey Hepburn is the model and muse for the Gap's new fall line, according to an article in Sunday's USA Today Hepburn was made famous from movies like Roman Holiday, Funny Face, My Fair Lady, and Sabrina. She was always known for her own style and graceful air, even as she aged.
This fall skinny pants aren't the only Hepburn style we are seeing on the streets. Pencil skirts, a staple of her time, and even those large sunglasses were a Hepburn must. For years Audrey Hepburn has helped define and create style for women by simply looking, acting and portraying the woman she was.

Homecoming

Homecoming is quickly approaching and finding the perfect dress is on the list of top priorities. This year's style includes short skirt lengths, low necklines, and designs that border on the side of ridiculous. But just because that is the norm, doesn't mean you have to follow what everyone else is sure to be wearing! Go for unique. Be orignial. The good thing about today's fashion is that there are so many options that you do not need to be just like everyone else. Pick a dress that flatters, in it's cut and color and that does not send the message your an object.
Sure it will take a little research and a lot of shopping time to locate the perfect dress, but in the end it'll be worth it. Be a fashion leader - go for the styles that prove the dignity you know you have.
Below are some of our picks for this year's dresses that make a statement.










Check back - we're likely to update with more favorites in the days to come.

Fashion Week Reality: Now This is Entertainment

It was 10 a.m. I was running in my four-inch stilettos and a classic vintage ensemble, seemingly way too overdressed for a Saturday morning and was already late to catch the first of many shows of the day. After flashing my red press pass, and racing passed the security guards and the crowd of people outside the tent—hoping to catch a glimpse of some celeb—I made it. As usual, the show started late and I had to yet again, wait in the never-ending lines at fashion week. Once I finally got inside, my feet were swelled, the VIP (celebs, Dandy’s and their entourage) scooted past, and the first show was over in less than 15 minutes. What a perfect beginning to yet another “glamorous” day. A couple tips to stay alive for the remainder of the week: try not to steal a seat in the front row—or you might find yourself in a knuckle sandwich with 50 cent. And beware of imposters you might meet on the fashion bus; they will steal your spot at any high profile event you may have an invite to. - By Natalie Dolce









Natalie Dolce is a friend of Fashion Forum and after hitting up the tent events in New York's Bryant Park, she agreed to share her experiences and pictures.

Madrid takes a stand against ultra-thin models

Today's Thursday Style section of the New York Times has an article on the ultra thin models that stalked the runway in New York just a few days ago and who are now making the rounds of the fashion shows in cities like London and Milan. The interesting part comes half-way through the article when they mention Madrid ban models who do not meet the World Health Organization's weight standard for a healthy woman. For Spain, no model under 125 lbs would be found on the runway.
What do you think about the size of models now? Have we gone back to the early 90s when models were often given the look of one drugged? Let us know where you stand on the issue.