ONE LOOK, ONE LINE

The Best of New York Fashion Week Spring 2016

W’s editors choose the most influential looks of the upcoming season.


Marc Jacobs Spring 2016
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Altuzarra Spring 2016 “Even in a collection that he describes as ‘very serene,’ Altuzarra doesn’t forsake the slit; here he paired his signature sliced skirt with a matching top.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Prabal Gurung Spring 2016 “Prabal Gurung’s Spring 2016 show kicked off with a somber tribute to Nepal—the designer’s home country, which suffered a devastating earthquake earlier this year—and closed with an uplifting collection of silky, embellished dresses in sunny shades of yellows, oranges, and reds.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Digital Editor

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Alexander Wang Spring 2016

“Filled with cool, done-up street clothes, Alexander Wang’s exuberant anniversary collection offered a modern update on the model-off-duty aesthetic he championed 10 years ago.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Jeremy Scott Spring 2016 “Fabulous mod monsters ruled the runway at Jeremy Scott.” – Armand Limnander, Executive Editor

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Victoria Beckham Spring 2016 “Primary-color patchwork adds a modern twist to a classic white summer dress.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director

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Jonathan Simkhai Spring 2016 “Jonathan Simkhai continued his specialty for Spring 2016—making intricate, feminine dresses cool girls want to wear.” — Sue Williamson, Digital Editor

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Wes Gordon Spring 2016 “A beautiful combination of gingham and lace stole Wes Gordon’s show.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director

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Adam Selman Spring 2016 “Selman’s spring show was partly inspired by 1970s cults, but it’s easy to see the designer’s current cult following wearing these flowing white skirts, too.” — Sue Williamson, Digital Editor

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Rachel Comey Spring 2016 “Editors and A-list regulars have come to look forward to Rachel Comey’s dinner-and-a-show runway presentations, which are as much a signature of the designer as cool, low-key-chic looks like this one.” – Alix Browne, Features Director

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Thakoon Spring 2016 “Thakoon played with youthful elements like light-colored denim, tie-dye, and floral patterns in his spring 2016 collection—but ended the show with a set of more grown-up, sheer and sequined pieces.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Digital Editor

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Opening Ceremony Spring 2016 “Dance performances, Frank Lloyd Wright, a forest of potted plants—Opening Ceremony’s collection had a lot going; thankfully they kept the clothing nice and easy.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Rosie Assoulin Spring 2016 “Rosie Assoulin is channeling her inner raver this season by pairing wide-legged pants with street-ready swimwear.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager

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Public School Spring 2016

“From the looks of their rather muddled spring collection, it would seem that the Public School boys have their minds on other things—presumably their new gig at DKNY.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Jason Wu Spring 2016 “Emerald green might be an unusual color for summer, but it feels fresh when paired with shoulder-baring ruffles.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager

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Visvim Spring 2016 “Designer Hiroki Nakamura utilized age-old craft and production methods learned from his extensive travels in his vintage Americana-inspired collection.” – Sam Walker, Assistant Accessories Editor

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Tibi Spring 2016 “Monochromatic ensembles, such as this all-white, head-to-toe sequined number, were prominent in Tibi’s minimalist, fresh Spring 2016 collection.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Digital Editor

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Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2016 “Irie vibes came in the form of happy color combinations and crocheted mini dresses at Tommy Hilfiger.” – Sam Milner, Fashion Market Editor and Manager.

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3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2016 “Phillip Lim returned to his effortlessly chic roots this season with looks like this two-piece dress in olive green silk–which is fitting for his 10th anniversary.” – Nora Milch, Accessories Editor.

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Eckhaus Latta “Eckhaus Latta likes to tread the line between really weird and somewhat wearable, like this little number, which bared India Salvor Menuez’s entire backside.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Rodarte Spring 2016 “Endless dreamers, the Rodarte girls spun a bohemian disco tale–full of beads and velvet and tie-neck blouses—that is sure to please their customers.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor

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Tome Spring 2016 “Ruffles were everywhere in this collection, and a favorite was a romantic flourish added to a oversized men’s shirt.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Creatures of the Wind Spring 2016 “The upholstery style fabric of the dress is modernized by the embellished army jacket—it’s a perfect combo of sparkle and toughness.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Ryan Roche Spring 2016 “This look is the epitome of effortless chic.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Giulietta Spring 2016 “Giulietta designer Sofia Sizzi showed her sportier side with this playful, flirty look.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Baja East Spring 2016 “Cozy cashmere overalls? This is the ultimate weekend look.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Tanya Taylor Spring 2016 “Tanya Taylor’s first attempt at designing denim was a success—this swiss dot army jacket is utilitarian and chic.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Zero + Maria Cornejo Spring 2016 “In her spare and elegant spring collection, Maria Cornejo made a very strong case for long with looks like this white dress and coat. “ – Alix Browne, Features Director.

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Tory Burch Spring 2016 “I’m drawn to the comfort and ease of this ankle length floral metallic-silk dress.” – Nora Milch, Accessories Editor.

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Coach Spring 2016 “Stuart Vevers continues to create accessible, cool-girl clothes—and is giving Coach, which is approaching its 75th anniversary, much to celebrate.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Lacoste Spring 2016 “This Lacoste dress is worthy of a day on the courts—followed by a night on the town.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Diesel Black Gold Spring 2016 “This simply chic skirt and shirt combination was an easy win at Diesel Black Gold.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016 “This show-stopping taffeta gown closed the Oscar de la Renta show on a very high note!” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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Kanye West for Adidas Originals Spring 2016 “From the Vanessa Beecroft choreography and clothes that resemble prison garb to the star-studded front-row and debut of a music track, Kanye West’s Yeezy presentation seemed like a repeat performance of last season’s.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Diane Von Furstenberg Spring 2016 “A bright floral print dress, such as this one from the Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2016 collection, is a spring essential.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Edun Spring 2016 “Pleats are a consistent fashion trend for spring, but Edun’s take is especially charming.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Hood by Air Spring 2016 “Shayne Oliver subverted the school uniform for his spring collection, and this pink pleated skirt gets an A+.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Adam Lippes Spring 2016 “Simplicity is never simple. It’s the hardest thing in the world,” said the artist Agnes Martin, who was Adam Lippes’ inspiration for his beautifully-rendered minimalist collection. ” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Trademark Spring 2016 “Nerd-chic fans will love Trademark’s denim and quirky tomato sweater.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Isa Arfen Spring 2016 “Ruffles and gingham could be fussy, but this strapless black-and-white number from the Isa Arfen Spring 2016 collection has an effortlessly laid back vibe.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager

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Phelan Spring 2016 “Amanda Phelan’s debut collection included eye-catching knitwear, which will be a welcome addition to any woman’s closet.” – Caroline Grosso, Market Editor.

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Boss Spring 2016 “This sleek, off-the-shoulder dress is a modern update on the tuxedo—one that I can’t wait to see on the red carpet come spring.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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DKNY Spring 2016 “Though nicely referential, Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne’s debut collection for DKNY—which consisted mainly of reconfigured ‘80s power suiting—lacked the urban vitality that the brand has come to represent.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Rag & Bone Spring 2016 “Rag & Bone’s designers David Neville and Marcus Wainwright presented their Spring 2016 collection in Brooklyn, and fortunately, the sporty sneakers, minimalist slip dresses, and boxy bomber-style jackets were worth the trek.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Digital Editor.

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Vera Wang Spring 2016 “There was no shortage of bling at the Vera Wang Spring 2016 show—especially in this gold-and-silver finale ensemble.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager.

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J. Crew Spring 2016 “J. Crew hopes to increase sales by returning to its roots—which apparently include gingham overload and Jenna Lyons’ mix-and-match touch.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Digital Editor.

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Suno Spring 2016 “While the big news at Suno’s Spring 2016 show was the brand’s first collection of footwear, this black-and-white graphic floral print is also newsworthy.” – Caroline Grosso, Fashion Market Editor.

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Zac Posen Spring 2016 “Although he’s best known for designing glamorous gowns, Zac Posen’s Spring 2016 collection was delightfully wearable for daytime.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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Veronica Beard Spring 2016 “Off-the-shoulder tops and dresses have been a big trend all week, but this red orange number stands out from the rest.” – Caroline Grosso, Fashion Market Editor.

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Marc Jacobs Spring 2016 “Between the exuberant, star-spangled fashion and Willy Wonka-esque supply of candy, Marc Jacobs’s spring show left the weary fashion crowd on a major high.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Anna Sui Spring 2016 “For her Spring 2016 collection, Anna Sui was inspired by recent trips to Hawaii and Tahiti—as this floral dress makes quite clear.” – Caroline Grosso, Fashion Market Editor.

51

Calvin Klein Collection Spring 2016 “Many New York Fashion Week designers recalled the ‘90s this season—but no one did it better than Calvin Klein’s Francisco Costa.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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Proenza Schouler Spring 2016 “Pompoms, feathers, ribbons, lace… there was a lot of craftiness at play in Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez’s latest Proenza Schouler collection, but things looked the most elegant when they didn’t get overly complicated, as in this graphic vest and pant ensemble.” – Alix Browne, Features Director.

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Ralph Lauren Spring 2016 “Ralph Lauren’s nautical-inspired Spring 2016 show is as preppy as you get at New York Fashion Week!” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director.

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Narciso Rodriguez Spring 2016 “These wide leg sateen pants showed Narciso Rodriguez’s more subversive side.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manager.

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Simon Miller Spring 2016 “Though Simon Miller’s Jake Sargent and Daniel Corrigan continue to grow their denim brand in interesting ways—this season saw the introduction of calfskin bucket bags—they’re still clearly intent on making the coolest jeans around.” – Karin Nelson, Features Editor.

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Polo Ralph Lauren Spring 2016 “This sleek slip dress provides the perfect pop of color to a summer wardrobe.” – Sam Milner, Senior Market Editor and Manger.

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