NEW YORK FASHION WEEK F/W 2010: PARKCHOONMOO, PERRY ELLIS, PETROU, PORTS 1961, PREEN, RAD HOURANI

PARKCHOONMOO

Korean designer Choonmoo Park made a strong New York debut with her dark and edgy Fall 2010 collection Park Choon Moo. Focusing on the art of layering, monotone separates in varied textures and fabrics were structured and wearable.? Black, white and grey wools and cottons were constructed into multi-dimensional outerwear pieces with an exuberant amount of exposed zipper detailing. Attention to detail and the complimentary mix of feminine and masculine tailoring makes each piece in this collection a wise addition to any fashionista?s closet.

PERRY ELLIS

Under the creative direction of John Crocco, the latest collection from Perry Ellis presented luxe dapper looks that were reminiscent of classic looks circa 1920′s. Pinstripe trousers, wool peacoats, and denim tailored to emulate evening trousers made several appearances on the runway. Jackets made of goatskin and silk were gorgeous additions to layered knit looks and leather detailing added an extra punch to deep hued shirts.

PETROU

With the help of stylist Robbie Spencer, designer Nicolas Petrou revealed his second menswear collection for Petrou, with a presentation at Drive-In Studios this week.? Drawing inspiration from nomadic life and their many travels, Petrou expressed his vision in classic sportswear with looks created in leather, suede, wool, microfiber and nylon. The combination of patterns and fabrics created a colorful venture into modern day wear juxtaposed with the beauty of traditional tailoring.

PORTS 1961

Fusing together futuristic forms with classic looks, designer Tia Cibani achieved a truly unique collection for her Ports 1961 line. Architectural silhouettes, metallic techie fabrics and luxurious embellishments were all presented in warmth-inducing color palette. Ginger colored rain boots, copper colored chunky heels and dual colored mens oxfords completed the polished looks.

PREEN

London label Preen presented a cohesive fashion-forward collection of voluminous cocoon coats, signature body-con pieces and lacy overlay floral tops to lend a look of edginess to the collection. Lilacs, rich purples and classic black were shown in leathers, faux snakeskins, lace, wool and cottons.

RAD HOURANI

Exploring transformation, layering and unisex designs; Rad Hourani accomplished creating a collection that was nearly in complete androgynous territory. Focusing his vision in fit, and shape skinny bandage pants, rectangular jackets and chunky knits were shown in several of the looks strutted down the runway. An all black monochromatic color palette was presented in leather, thick ribbed knits, black sequins and neoprene. Hourani’s heavy use of zippers made many of the pieces transformative; one single jacket was shown on the runway 10 different ways.

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