Since I’ve been missing my Fashion Week rundowns as of late, I’ll try to return to normalcy by sprinkling in a few of my favorite collections from the recent Paris [and Milan] spring 2011 shows.

First up: Junya Watanabe

Watanabe’s always been one of my favorite designers to look at as far as practical implementation. What I’m taking away from this collection definitely has to be the cropped blazer look with a more loose-fitting bottom. I like the contrast, and since I really don’t dabble in the whole skinny jean thing, this is something I can really get into.

My only suggestion is he get rid of these toad face-ass models.

AR!

Sorry I haven’t been posting lately. Fashion Week is crazy! Bryant Park is a zoo right now! The tents are amazing, the girls are skinny, and these damn gift bags are DOOOPE!! I wish yall could be here with me, the shows are of course, incredible. Yet there’s still a meloncholy aura present in the wake of Alexander’s death. Yea, this is going to be a fashion week for the books. So glad I was here to experience it!

(Side. Eye.)

[ahem] As moms used to tell me when I thought I had an ounce of authority:

… And then you woke up!

I’m not at Fashion Week. If I was, i’d be snorting coke off Kate’s boobs at the Jeremy Scott afterparty.

Nope, still at Howard— D.C. Still trying to figure out how i’m going to actually give a damn about work after I’ve been out of school for 11 days (word to D.C.’s 2010 #Snowmaggeddon), still —MESHY. But I have been trying to keep up with Fashion Week via the net and twitter [if you want amazing Fashion Week coverage follow @GQFashion @Cutblog @womensweardaily @FashionWeekNYC ]-  and it’s making me feel like i’m at “the Park.” Between trying to memorize when the shows are, what shows to look for, who’s showing online, yada yada yada.. #NYFW has become a new subject for me [that'd be 21 credit hours now. You know, in case you're counting].

But um yea, about that fashion week. There are tons of lines im really enjoying, and I plan on posting some of them later on, but this I couldn’t hold out any longer. [Enter shoes, stage right]

What is being dubbed the “Glowy Shoes” being show at the Rodarté shows.

What!

No no– that was not a question.

Insane! Shoes that light up like some damn ’92 Filas while still staying couture!! Yea this is insane, amazing fashion.

O and Emily…

AR!

That’s All.

So I’ll admit it, MESH. is slowing become a crazed advocate for the online shopping site 80′s Purple. You’d think they are paying us but truly we just think the clothes/accessories they provide matched with the affordable prices is FAMAZING. (F*#cking Amazing). It doesn’t hurt that we were asked to feature their latest endeavor. The site has had a cool and eclectically styled fashion show in Los Angeles not long ago featuring the designs of Corpus, Velvet Leaf, and Insight. Take a look at some of the images.

Check out more of the fashion show  [here] and as always visit 80spurple.com

Cj..

So, I’ve grown to really appreciate the Marc line by Marc Jacobs (especially after my roommate got me a shirt for my birthday-Thanks!) Here is the 2010 Spring collection of his popular line.

Cj

Elie Saab Womens Fall 2009 Couture Line

I’ve been on that couture tip lately. Some things just look right–you can’t deny excellence. Saab comes correct. Where so many can fall into the countless conundrums that come from producing an all-white line, Saab shines. The cut, use of florals, volume, it’s all there. I’m sold.

AR

Here are some shots from the Christian Dior Haute Couture show, which took place yesterday in Paris. All the pieces follow a distinct 1930′s theme, with 80′s inspired lingerie as outwear and bold Stephen Jones’ hats in the mix.

More Pics After The Jump

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Bottega Veneta Resort 2010 Line

A Yo Girl?! Yea you, brown skin–get outta my head.

thanx.

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Moschino

Spring 2010 Line as seen in Milan, Italy

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Have a gander at the looks from the Gucci Spring ’10 RTW collection. Looks like white is on the comeback.

Gucci!

Cj

Mykita sunglasses. I want them NOW!

(Visit Mykita Here)

Cj

What: DC Fashion Week: Washington Menswear Collection Fashion Show

When: Sunday February 15

Where: Doubletree Hotel, NW Washington D.C.

Why: To”define ‘Washingtonians Style’ for 2009″

So we at MESH aspire and ascribe only to greatness, or atleast his cousin potential... so instead of me giving you the rundown on EVERY line that was at this event, I’m going to give you a look at the two collections that atleast mildly intrigued us: Andrew Nowell Menswear and Ray Vincente Menswear.

ANDREW NOWELL MENSWEAR

Sighting his inspiration as being the tailoring-savvy Savile Row in London, punk rock, and hip-hop, AN Menswear definitely was somewhat eclectic. A few times he tried (sometimes unsuccessfully) to mesh these styles together. However there were  certain times – when he was dark and simple – in which Nowellwas intriguing.

Is he headed for Bryant Park? Not right this second. But are there a few pieces we think you should look into? Most definitely.

The tailoring on this look is very nice á la Savile Row: “the Tailoring Headquarters of the world.”

You can see the punk inspiration in this look with the combat boots, hat, and leather bombing jacket.

I’m never a fan for the “Will Smith in M.I.B.” look, but once again the tailoring here is impeccable and the flower brooch is a nice touch to complete the look.

Ray Vincente Menswear

Ray Vincente, I believe was the best altogether collection. It was unique, and I really aprreciated the odd patches of fabric and the peculiar construction of his pieces. If nothing, the look wasn’t generic, in fact it was plain strange – but in this case strange was good.

Once again, Vincente may not be booking his flight to New York in the fall just yet, but I would definitely recommend a few of his pieces to the style cognizant man who at times tires of the same generic look.

Notice the odd construction. Definitely not run-of-the-mill.

Honestly this look confused me. I didn’t know whether it was so droopy looking  because of poor construction, or if (look at the pants and the way the fabric hangs) Vincente was just going for a slightly bohemian look. I’m crossing my fingers and going with the latter.

Like I said these were the ones that atleast mildly garnered my attention.

Check them out a little further here:

Ray Vincente

Andrew Nowell Menswear

~AR!