Resort 2011: Part 3

Are you noticing some trends? So far, I'm loving the retro looks (like MJ below) and lots of hats! The biggest theme? The return to ladylike fashion. I love the idea of looking pretty and put together. Gone are the days of shredded jeans and loose tees. Instead, look for an a-line dress cinched with a belt with heels OR flats.

Marc Jacobs

Matthew Williamson

Marchesa

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Malandrino

Louis Vuitton

Lela Rose

Lanvin

Kimberly Ovitz

Just Cavalli

Juan Carlos Obando

Jonathan Saunders

Jenni Kayne

Jason Wu

Helmut Lang

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Resort 2011: Part 2

It's the first official day of Summer and boy, does it feel like it! I know I'm in the minority, but I'd much rather be wearing Fall clothes right now. Let's look at some more Resort to get into the Summer mood. Which is your favorite?

Isaac Mizrahi

Herve Leger by Max Azria

Helmut Lang

Haider Ackermann

J. Mendel

Gucci

Givenchy

Giambattista Valli

Erin Fetherston

Erdem

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Resort 2011: Part 1

Summer and fashion don't always mix. I shudder when I think of leggings as pants, flip flops, distressed cut-offs, way too short everything, and bra straps galore. One should really look to a resort collection for warm weather ideas. We've learned from the 2011 shows that sheer, neon, socks with sandles, sporty looks, and mixed prints are still going strong. Flared pants, cropped tops, and less body-con clothing are a new addition. There are some stand out looks and amazing collections. I picked one of my favorite looks from each show. Here are some:

Pucci

Donna Karen

DKNY

Doo.Ri

Elie Tahari

Diane von Furstenberg

Chris Benz

Collette Dinnigan

Cynthia Rowley

Derek Lam

Christian Dior

Carolina Herrera

Celine

Chanel

Chloe Sevigny for O.C.

Carlos Miele

Calvin Klein

Bill Blass

Bottega Veneta

Burberry Prorsum

Barbara Tfank

BCBG Max Azria

Balenciaga

Behnaz Sarafpour

Anna Sui

Alexander Wang

Badgley Mischka

ADAM

3.1 Phillip Lim

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