Cheap Monday F/W '12

I've always been partial to Cheap Monday's clothing. I often find basic things I would like, but then the price makes me hesitate. As I watched their F/W 2012 runway show I didn't find much that I admired. I thought their Eastern inspiration was interesting, but taken far too literal. The men's looks were the only things remotely memorable to me. I'm sure urban outfitters shoppers will eat it up, though.

Akris Fall/Winter 2012-13

For the Akris Fall/Winter 2012-13 ready to wear collection, Albert Kriemler took an architectural approach with an outstanding minimalism effect. The collection had a nice array of colors, silhouettes, and styles. I could see a lot of different women wearing these pieces. The only details on a few of the pieces I did not like were the oversized sleeves hanging down way below the hand. It looked sloppy to me and all I could think was, "I need to take that to go get tailored!"

Other than that minor dislike (which was only prevalent on a few of the pieces) I enjoyed the collection. Here are a few of my favorite looks from the show.

Cushnie et Ochs Spring 2012 Ready-to-wear

I should make it well known that Cushnie et Ochs is one of my absolute favorite designers. The skin tight, simple, beautifully cut dresses always leave me remembering why I adore fashion (yeah, like I could ever forget anyway!) I wanted to highlight some of my favorite pieces that went down the runway for the Spring 2012 Ready-to-wear collection. This collection held a lot of beautiful, and chic pieces. Many of the dresses have cutouts that are laser sharp. We also see a lot of the peplum and dresses hitting below the knee. Check out my favorites.
photos via Style.com

Marc Jacobs SS 12

Images via Vogue

Marc Jacobs spring/summer 2012
Ah the drop-waists, flapper styles, and beautiful textures have me drooling. It's a beautiful blend of 20's era, chanel inspired jackets, random western feel, and Marc's signature little quirks (like the stockings w/ heels and giant sequins. Love!)I'm pretty sure only he could make all of that collide together beautifully.