Cynthia Steffe NYFW Spring 2011

DEX New York Back Stage at Cynthia Steffe S/S '11 Runway Show

Cynthina Steffe New York 13 September 2010

Shaun Kearney had a case of the varsity blues when he designed Spring for Cynthia Steffe. Sporty silhouettes were cut from tech sateen and nylon in all the bright colors of a pep rally poster: turquoise, jade, purple, hot pink. A striped knit poncho looked modern paired with leather track shorts, and a belted linen jacket-dress could be layered any which way. These kinds of easy pieces are what make the label a no-brainer for a customer who wants to look pulled together but not uptight. At times, things got a little disjointed, with an excess of ruffled tiers and ill-fitting jumpsuits. But the brand base is broad, and Kearney knows that offering a little something for everyone isn't a bad strategy come market week.

Paris' Most Stylish

Fendi took over the VIP Rooms for one of its famed Fendi O' one night only nightclubs to launch the new Fan di Fendi fragrance. The three (beautiful) faces of the scent - Anja Rubik, Abbey Lee and Karmen Pedaru - all wore Fendi at the party, where Duran Duran performed for the crowd, which included Karl Lagerfeld, Alessandra Ambrosio, Dree Hemingway, Giovanna Battaglia and Elisa Sednaoui.

arl Lagerfeld showed an epic Chanel collection of 87 looks yesterday and he had a bevy of glossy fans on hand to witness his brilliance - Keira and Clemence were both there, as was Rachel Bilson, Lily Allen, Claudia Schiffer, Anna Mouglalis, Elisa Sednaoui, Lou Doillon and... well, you get the picture.

Patricia Nash Accessories

In creating her debut collection of handbags and leather accessories, veteran designer Patricia Nash took inspiration from classic European silhouettes as well as her extensive travels.

The Fall 2010 collection eschews over-embellishment in favor of classic hand-finished detailing in fine Italian leather, offering pieces that are at once timeless and contemporary.

Using traditional leather artisan techniques, Nash creates pieces that evoke cherished items a seasoned traveler would purchase abroad—the unique treasures unearthed years later by a daughter. Rooted in old-world craftsmanship, the new handbag collection features six handcrafted leather groups, each with their own distinct patina.

The six leather groups—Crackle Cow, Bonanza, Veg Tan, Vintage Goat, Dip Leather and Floral—represent an array of styles ranging from work-appropriate Shoppers and Satchels to Saddle Bags and Pouches perfectly suited to weekends or a casual night out.

The Dip Leather collection features custom ombre-dyed leather, while the Floral collection includes pieces in a subtle seasonal floral print.

The cornerstone of the collection, the Milano Convertible Satchel, transforms from a top handle to a shoulder bag by simply folding the handles over and snapping the handle in place.

Retailing from $98-$248, the collection is available at department stores and specialty boutiques across the country as well as via www.PatriciaNashDesigns.com

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