Yigal Azrouel's diffusion line made its debut at New York Fashion Week. Cut25 like Azrouel's namesake, it a younger version of easy separates for girls who want to dress stylish, but with ease. Launched last fall, the label can already be found at upscale contemporary boutiques like Intermix and online at Revolve Clothing, Shopbop and his own site.
Colors: Blue, orange, citron, tan
Materials: Silk, leather, knits, jersey
Loved Looks:
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What Yigal does well is staple separates and easy dresses. This is not for the woman who wears his collection. These clothes are for the younger set: the fashion interns, the most stylish in the class and ladies in their 20's that want to add a bit of excitement to their wardrobe. Cut 25's surfer inspired gear uses color in the best way, pairing it with similar hues. Of course, there is always the option to pair bright color pieces with neutrals, which he did in some looks, a hot pink Frye shoe with a yellow jacket just gives a little something extra. Dresses are easy, and can be individualized to suit the wearers style.
Unloved Looks:
The tube top under knit sweater was my least favorite look among a wave of classy, yet youthful designs. I can see it on a girl strolling down the beach though.
People, Music and Scene:
Part presentation, part runway, this collection was shown in the same studio space as Yigal's collection. Everybody stands in these situations, so like Cut25, its definitely geared for those who prefer less of the fashion hierarchy. The models stood in neon taped off-grids and took turns strutting their stuff. The crowd was a mix of people including bloggers, young whipper-snapper celebs like Weeds actress Holland Roden and Tyson Ritter of All American Rejects.
Rating:
Three out of four Karl Lagerfelds.
