Fashion Matches: Best Finds From This Week's New Arrivals!

Finally there are some new arrivals I got really really excited about! I hope there are Disney fans out there like me :)

I'm the type of person that likes to save the best for last, but I'm literally giddy about this skirt so I'm putting it up front. It's a D&G Mickey Mouse skirt! Just this past weekend my fiancee was looking through a magazine and pointed to this look as one he would like me to emulate :) Coincidentally it was one of my favorites from the Spring 2010 collections during Milan's Fashion Week.

D&G Mickey Mouse mini skirt $750

The Sherlock Holmes era style is clearly making a come back. First there was the All Saints bustle coat. Now there's a Juicy Couture bustle skirt.

Bird by Juicy Couture Bustle skirt $300

Speaking of All Saints here's a fantastic dress. It's very on trend, plaid, asymmetrical, one shoulder. Yet with all that, it doesn't seem overwhelming. If you're looking for an edgier cocktail dress this is perfect.

All Saints Anchorage dress $200

It's getting warmer but for those breezy summer nights it's nice to have a stylish jacket. I love the way the collar lies. It has a very cool vibe.

Madewell Lightweight jacket $78

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Fashion Week: Best of New York, Milan and Paris!

Fashion week or more accurately fashion weeks are over and I can finally sit down, relax and evaluate what designers had to offer. Some of the more obvious things have already been reported on: the continuation of the leggings trend, the return of the suit. It's all about wearable fashion, which is why I have two questions: first, why the wookie trend? Particularly Chanel and D&G collections were all about the fur. And what's even more unexpected...why did both Victoria Beckham and Donatella Versace decide that this is the season to return to John Lennon sunglasses? Adding a wacky accessory does not make a cohesive collection. That said Victoria Beckham's collection was actually one of my favorites. Now on to the main events...

New York

Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham seems to have picked up where Roland Mouret has left off. Structured dresses that compliment a woman's figure and make great outfits for the office and transition to night. I imagine this collection will sell very well when it hits stores.

Marchesa
The romantic details in these dresses speak for themselves. The only worry, with so much going on these dresses can overwhelm someone other than a leggy model.

Milan

Emporio Armani
I have mixed feelings about this collection from Armani. On the one hand there were the younger styles like the plaid tulip skirt below. On the other there were plenty of pants with pleats that I thought went out with the 80s.

Paris

Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen's collection was another sad reminder what a huge loss the fashion world suffered in losing this tremendously talented designer. The exaggerated kimono paired with over the knee boots is particularly fantastic.

Christian Dior
J'adore this collection. The top hats, leather jackets, plaid, ruffle, over the knee boots, everything is perfect. The mix of soft and tough fabrics give and unexpected edge to otherwise romantic, feminine dresses. Now if only I could win the lottery and get every look from this collection ;)

Chanel
I nominate this to be called "the Wookie" collection. Never have I said, I wish I was covered in fur head to toe. However, if that is your wish, Chanel is the brand for you! That said, a lot of the collection was beautiful and wearable. I could live in the sweater dresses all winter long :)

Miu Miu
When it comes to wearable clothes, Miu Miu's collection was a real standout for me. The coats were a favorite and I really loved the super skinny pants and tunic below. Miuccia Prada has a way of taking simple designs and making them look polished, sophisticated yet modern at the same time.

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Fashion Matches: Best Finds From This Week's New Arrivals

Loving the new arrivals this week! My fiancé was particularly fond of the Elizabeth and James kimono dress. On the other side of the spectrum, the bubble dress when accessorized right looks cute as a button :)

First, the kimono dress. I can't gush about it more. It's that perfect shape, loose on top, tight at the bottom, neckline that is revealing just the right amount, overall effect: sexy but not overdone. Then there's the color, a pretty shade of pink. And on top of that the zipper detail gives it a bit of an edge.

Elizabeth and James Kimono dress $365

A good blouse goes a long way. It's an item that can be worn to work or out. I like the puffy sleeves of this blouse. Tucked into a high waisted skirt it'll create a sweet spring look.

Lover blouse $340

This is an interesting jacket. It's military inspired, but unlike the usual nepoleonic garb that was seen all over the runways, this one has a hard edge thanks to the leather. The color is great because it too is unexpected, a blue rather than the usual olive.

Larok Parachute trench $298

Bubble dresses are inherently adorable. This one is awesome because it's so extreme. Without a belt it's a shapeless sack. As soon as you belt it though, it transforms into a cute dress that accentuates your waist line.

Boulee Mason dress $297

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