Jamar, Fashion Funhouse Emporium's fashion week correspondent is often snagged and photographed by street photographers for his unique and edgy style. He headed to the Tracy Reese show for me. He gives us his rundown after the Introduction below.
When it comes to overlapping shows, I'm glad to have another team member to cover shows that must be seen. As for this show, Tracy Reese, he was thrilled at what he saw.
Tracy Reese is one of the more commercially successful shows we get to attend over here at the Emporium. And as it goes, we promote fashion for everyone, so this was right up our alley. The Detroit native, launched her timeless cheerfully feminine line in 1998. Since, she has designed off-shoots like Plenty by Tracy Reese, a more casual everyday wear, and Frock! by Tracy Reese for those who covet just dresses. Her staying power in the fashion industry is because of her distinct point of view. She knows who she is dressing- the woman who wants easy, yet individual chic. The CFDA board member continues to expand with shoes, and even home candles.
Colors: coral and blue, pearl white, light greens, neon oranges, and black
Materials: Gauzy linens, silk jerseys, a few heavy knits, lace, and techno-fabrics.
Loved Looks:
View full collection on Style.com
On Sept. 11 a decade ago, Reese was supposed to show at New York Fashion Week for the first time. She said she was honored to be included on the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks. She said "At the end of the day, New York is unlike any other city in the world. Everyone worked together to pick ourselves back up."
As with most of the collections coming out of New York Fashion Week, Tracey Reese was all about feminine clothing with a sporty take on ease and comfort. She showed her collection with matching hats, parasols, and shoes, which added a great element visually. Sheer, neon, athletica, outwears, florals, lightweight leather, and of course short shorts were all the trends presented in her spring collection.
Unloved Looks:
There were a few prom and homecoming dresses that were a miss in the line up, but that's part of what she does, right? She's contemporary and it sells.
People, Music and Scene:
It was a celeb-packed Lincoln Center show with Solange Knowles, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Aisha Tyler, Angela Basset. There were soap stars, high profile stylists and models. June Ambrose and Mary Alice Stephenson added some strictly fashion cred to the front row. The tree back drop added to the pleasant lady village vibe of the collection.
Rating:
Four out of four Karl Lagerfelds.
