New York Fashion Week Day 2

It was an early (and snowy) morning for my second day, but I hurried to Lincoln Center for the 9AM Ruffian show, where I was lucky enough to be seated. Unfortunately, I was seated behind a woman who insisted on holding her camera out at full arms length the entire show, but that didn’t stop me from seeing the gorgeous collection (just made it hard for me to get many photos myself – but catch my video of the final walk here!).

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On our seats were programs for a Ruffian “Concerto for Two,” that explained creative directors Brian Wolk and Claude Morais were inspired by the “bronze sculptures of Henry Moore set against the backdrop of English estates.” Appropriately, the models walked the runway to Bach’s Concerto for Two Pianos in C Minor (Bach is my absolute favorite classical composer so I loved this unexpected touch). And on the models, the ladylike leather, silk tops, English-style tweeds and high collars definitely lent themselves to a countryside glam look.  I adored the tailored jackets, plaid suits and sheath dresses – perfect for a totally put-together work wear wardrobe. If only I could look this chic at the office! Plus, there were pops of bold color and amazing fedora hats with Ruffian red lips, a curled 1940s style faux bob for the hair and velvet nails (makeup and nails by M.A.C., hair by Bumble and Bumble).

Immediately following Ruffian, I was off to the Lacoste show. Not only did they manage to create a winter wonderland inside the tent that was amazing, but I was seated across from Simon Doonan and Joanna Hillman – dying. With lots of sporty stripes of color, leather detail and cozy knits, Felipe Oliveira Baptista created a ski and sport-inspired collection that would be perfect for any winter day or Après-ski event. Specifically, the designer was inspired by the 1966 uniforms Lacoste designed for the French national men’s ski team and 1930s mountain motoring expeditions. Think Alpine sweaters, lean leggings with side stripes, and knit dresses with 60s style colorblocking. I particularly loved all the outerwear (especially the leather coats).

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After Lacoste, I had a chance to run back to the hotel and grab some real food for the first time that day (pizza, and it was delicious). Then it was Mara Hoffman, Christian Siriano and Tibi. But more on those shows later!