COLLECTIONS

The Best of Pre-Fall 2015

W’s editors chose the season’s most memorable looks.


Calvin Klein Pre-Fall 2015
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Gucci Pre-Fall 2015 “A pair of dressed-up jeans with a chic jacket is how Gucci does sexy-casual.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Rachel Comey Pre-Fall 2015 “Though experimental with fabrics and textures, Rachel Comey’s collections always evoke a sense of ease and familiarity, as evidenced by this bonded jersey coat and denim gaucho pant.” – Karin Nelson

Photo by Gus Powell / Courtesy of Rachel Comey

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Fendi Pre-Fall 2015 “Fendi is always about rich, luxurious textures—even on dresses with the simplest silhouettes.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2015 “The Fair Isle sweater gets a glam update at an amazing show in Tokyo.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Band of Outsiders Pre-Fall 2015Scott Sternberg never skews far from his thinking It-Girl aesthetic, nor should he with outfits as cute as this.” – Karin Nelson

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Zero + Maria Cornejo Pre-Fall 2015 “Inspired by a recent trip to Joshua Tree, Maria Cornejo’s Pre-Fall 2015 collection had a cool, Georgia O’Keefe-goes-to-Cobble Hill quality.” – Karin Nelson

Photo by Oli McAvoy / Courtesy of the designer

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Derek Lam Pre-Fall 2015 “Minimalist and geometric, Derek Lam’s collection looked both chic and easy to wear.” – Claudia Mata

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Chloe Pre-Fall 2015 “It’s all about an eccentric outerwear this season.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Michael Kors Pre-Fall 2015 “Taylor Swift, Winona Ryder, and Jane Holzer were the muses for Michael Kors’ ‘60s-inspired threads, and you can see the influence of all three in this boyish double polka-dot look.” – Claudia Mata

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Sportmax Pre-Fall 2015 “A knit sweatshirt paired with a coordinating, graphic pencil skirt is a modern take on the twin set.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Donna Karan Pre-Fall 2015 “The most perfect Queen’s Guard-inspired jacket I’ve seen is so chic when paired with a mid-length skirt.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Vera Wang Pre-Fall 2015 “Vera Wang updated the ‘90s slip dress with the softest black leather—perfect for the goth at heart.” – Sam Milner

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Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2015Oscar de la Renta’s signatures—florals, embroidery and elegance—are especially present in his last collection.” – Sam Milner

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Opening Ceremony Pre-Fall 2015 “Orange, lemons, and other fruits are embroidered on the skirt while the top boldly shouts ‘Fresh!'” – Caroline Grosso

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Creatures of the Wind Pre-Fall 2015 “By pairing this graphic, rainbow skirt with a simple, button-down blouse, Creatures of the Wind designers Christopher Peters and Shane Gabier showed how to wear sequins for day.” – Caroline Grosso

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Versace Pre-Fall 2015“These subtly sexy separates are what the ‘70s jet set would have worn après ski in Cortina.” – Sarah Zendejas

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Narciso Rodriguez Pre-Fall 2015 “Narciso Rodriguez’s barely-there jumpsuit with a t-strap back leaves just enough to the imagination.” – Nora Milch

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Giulietta Pre-Fall 2015 “Giulietta’s bold colors and retro silhouettes are a modern way to channel the ‘60s.” – Sam Milner

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Prabal Gurung Pre-Fall 2015 “He is best known for his printed dresses, but Prabal Gurang’s ultra-original LBD with mixed materials and cut-outs was the stand-out look of his pre-fall collection.” – Nora Milch

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Chanel Pre-Fall 2015 “The Chanel jacket of the season was inspired by one worn by the concierge at Hotel Schloss Mitersill in Austria.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Missoni Pre-Fall 2015 “Late ‘60s silhouettes ruled Missoni’s wildly textured, printed Pre-Fall 2015 collection.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2015 “I love the spray paint treatment Tomas Maier gave this shift dress—upon closer inspection, it felt as amazing as it looked.” – Claudia Mata

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Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2015 “A winter garden comes to life in a dark floral gown.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Public School Pre-Fall 2015 “Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne’s women’s wear really blossomed this season, with men’s wear-inspired layers and athletic accents in a monochromatic, dark wash denim.” – Sam Walker

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Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2015 “Classicly tailored technoknits made for an edgy yet pulled-together downtown look.” – Sam Milner

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Altuzarra Pre-Fall 2015Altuzarra straddles the line between casually cool and sexy vixen.” – Sam Milner

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Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2015 “This beaded slip dress channels ‘90s minimalism and ‘80s glam seamlessly.” – Sam Milner

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See by Chloe Pre-Fall 2015 “This plaid is so chic it will make you want to matriculate.” – Sarah Zendejas

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Erdem Pre-Fall 2015 “It girls will dream of Erdem’s signature moody, romantic floral print dresses.” – Sam Milner

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Rebecca Taylor Pre-Fall 2015 “The frayed fabric overlay on this denim jacket adds some exciting visual interest to a classic layering piece.” – Caroline Grosso

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Mulberry Pre-Fall 2015 “The feminine silhouette of this drop-waist lace dress is perfectly complimented by a pair of quirky ankle socks.” – Nora Milch

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Rosetta Getty Pre-Fall 2015Rosetta Getty‘s wide leg pants—especially this burgundy pair with matching oversized jacket—were a standout.” – Caroline Grosso

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Burberry Prorsum Pre-Fall 2015 “Channel ‘The Outsiders’’ greaser chic in a floaty skirt and tough leather jacket.” – Mia Adorante

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Diesel Black Gold Pre-Fall 2015 “This is the epitome of the tough girl studded jacket, and the only one you’ll ever have to buy.” – Caroline Grosso

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Proenza Schouler Pre-Fall 2015 “Artisanal details, like fringe, and a pair of very elaborate hand-crafted boots add an extra special touch to Proenza Schouler’s classic geometric prints.” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Escada Pre-Fall 2015 “A sleek tuxedo is a timeless evening staple.” – Sam Milner

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Veronica Beard Pre-Fall 2015 “The Veronicas referenced upstate New York in early fall as the inspiration for their collection of easy-to-wear separates in autumnal colors.” – Caroline Grosso

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Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2015 “This season, Monique Lhuillier concentrated on expanding her daywear collection with stand-out pieces like this pony hair shift dress.” – Sam Milner

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Adam Lippes Pre-Fall 2015 “What could be more indulgent than a pair of blush pink, mink fur shorts?” – Caroline Grosso

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Baja East Pre-Fall 2015 “A dream winter uniform in the richest cashmere.” – Sam Milner

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Calvin Klein Pre-Fall 2015 “Calvin Klein Collection went in a young, edgy direction this season with combinations like this patchwork sweater and leather mini skirt.” – Sam Milner

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Diane von Furstenberg Pre-Fall 2015 “This bohemian dress feels of-the-moment and the leopard-collar coat is perfect for the summer-to-fall transition.” – Caroline Grosso

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Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2015 “A colorful suit and big hair serves as a modern take on ‘When Harry Met Sally.'” – Mia Adorante

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Yigal Azrouel Pre-Fall 2015 “The shoulder cut-outs on this graphic knit make it a must-have.” – Caroline Grosso

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J. Mendel Pre-Fall 2015 “J. Mendel’s brand DNA is embodied by this glamorous evening gown, with its shimmering fabric, pleats and plunging neckline.” – Sam Milner

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Josh Goot Pre-Fall 2015 “This darkly romantic floral printed skirt is perfect for fall cocktails.” – Caroline Grosso

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Edun Pre-Fall 2015 “Though faux, this furry coat feels like a luxe investment piece.” – Caroline Grosso

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Moschino Pre-Fall 2015 “This luxurious coat is worthy of a ritzy telenovela bad girl—or a street style star.” – Sarah Zendejas

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BCBG Max Azria Pre-Fall 2015 “A flowing gown and structured coat look like something Talitha Getty might have worn in Marrakesh.” – Mia Adorante

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Preen by Thornton Bregazzi Pre-Fall 2015 “Easy and elegant separates are a cooler take on the lady in red. ” – Mia Adorante

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Boss Pre-Fall 2015 “Jason Wu’s tightly edited collection of A-line skirts and clean graphic prints showed his clear vision for the brand.” – Sam Milner

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Marchesa Pre-Fall 2015 “For the woman who wants to look like an Oscar at the Oscars.” – Mia Adorante

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Thakoon Pre-Fall 2015 “A tweed fringed skirt paired with a cozy knit added an artisanal touch to Thakoon’s Pre-Fall collection.” – Sam Milner

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Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2015 “A red carpet gown fit for the latest crop of stylish ingénues.” – Sarah Zendejas

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Carven Pre-Fall 2015 “I loved listening to cassette tapes on my Walkman as a young girl, so this print makes me feel nostalgic!” – Karla Martinez de Salas

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Alice and Olivia Pre-Fall 2015 “This bohemian look makes me long for trip to Morocco.” – Sam Milner

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Red Valentino Pre-Fall 2015 “The timeless tuxedo gets a touch of innocence.” – Sarah Zendejas

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Ralph Lauren Pre-Fall 2015“In a season of stellar slip dresses, this crocheted model is one of the best. ” – Sam Milner

Photo by Dan Lecca, courtesy of Ralph Lauren.

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Rebecca Minkoff Pre-Fall 2015 “Black culottes and an olive green cropped knit give the military trend a sophisticated twist.” – Nora Milch

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Paule Ka Pre-Fall 2015 “This ensemble was made for une vraie gamine!” – Sarah Zendejas

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House of Holland Pre-Fall 2015 “The punchy colors and graphic prints make the House of Holland’s Pre-Fall girl looks like she stepped straight out of a Manga comic.” – Sam Milner

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Philipp Plein Pre-Fall 2015 “A fur bolero, leather sleeves, and mini bucket bag give this classic black dress a rock and roll edge.” – Sarah Zendejas

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Rag & Bone Pre-Fall 2015 “The mid-calf length and rich blue color make a classic denim skirt feel fresh and modern.” – Caroline Grosso

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Jonathan Simkhai Pre-Fall 2015“This all-white look is a more refined aesthetic for the sporty brand.” – Caroline Grosso

Photo by Aingeru Zorita, courtesy of the designer.

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Tibi Pre-Fall 2015 “A pair of pleated leather pants make this look polished enough for work and cozy enough to wear all season.” – Caroline Grosso

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