Embrace Fashion Show 2011

To take a break from the normal up to date shows of

New York Fashion Week, it appears that California 

is also brimming with the latest looks as well!  Not

 only did I enjoy each design and wanted to purchase

a couple of items straight off the runway, the entire

event was all for a good cause. The cause chosen for

the event and all proceeds went to an organization called

California Against Slavery Regions Beyond and "Regions Beyond Inc..  

The guest speaker for the evening was a representative of

Regions Beyond and explained how many men, women,

and children are effected due to slavery globally and the

type of action their organization has taken to make a change.

The event began with beautiful and vibrant colors that were

ready to welcome Autumn and to prepare us for next Spring!

Each design were represented by two designers the first is

"Pink and Harmony" located in Menlo Park, California.  The

second designer of the night was "Embriven" (which happens

to be a mixture of Embrace and Driven) that is focused

on creating traditional and alluring vintage clothes.  It was

a beautiful and dazzling event and the entertainment was amazing

by a magical band perfectly named "Autumn Sky".

My Favorites:

This beautiful vintage shirt dress has an absolutely amazing indigo color!

A classic glamour

This electric blue is very in this season!

The Full Event Photos:

Videos of the event:

Check out the aftershow fashions!

Love this bag!!

The Official Website of Pink and Harmony:
http://www.pinkandharmony.com/

The Official Website of Embriven:
http://embriven.com/

Mara Hoffman Spring 2012 Collection

Mara Hoffman from New York City, has already made her

staple mark in the fashion world since the year 2000! As a

 protégé of Patricia Field, her rise and popularity is due

to her keen sense of knowing what is flattering and 

emphasizing each alluring detail which is only her signature.

For Spring 2012 the collection is filled with beautiful tribal chic

 patterns and exotic silhouettes all on silk and chiffon.  Her inspiration

for the line is said to be of Frieda Kahlo and the setting of her show

was filled with mariachi music playing in the background

to draw out the feel and inspiration of each piece which was

titled "Mara Mexicana".

My Favorites:

  

Mara Hoffman in her own designs, how cute!

The Full Collection:

The Official Website of Mara Hoffman: http://www.marahoffman.com/

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Rebecca Taylor Spring 2012 Collection

Rebecca Taylor who is from New Zealand,

has been designing since 1996 still wowing

the audience with her pristine and alluring

collections.  For Spring 2012, Rebecca 

Taylor has a remarkably outstanding

and dazzling collection!  Filled with chiffons

and flirty pastel colors.  The collection

breezes down the runway with a magical

whimsical effect that is delightful!

My Favorites:

The Full Collection:

The Official Site of Rebecca Taylor: http://www.rebeccataylor.com/

http://nymag.com/fashion/

General Idea Menswear Spring 2012 Collection

The man behind Behind General Idea named Bumsuk Choi,

has not only being a  worldwide sensation but is now making

a long lasting impressions for his beautiful and creative

inspiration within his designs.  

General Idea Spring 2012 is not only refreshing and classic,

but also refined.  This show had a very coastal feel to it,

like the charm of St. Tropez.  Bumsuk Choi recalls the

line as "Les Garçons de la Plage" (The boys of the beach),

which the concept can definietly be seen in it's nautical

prints, and bold airy colors. 

My Favorites:

The Full Collection:

The Official Website for General Idea: http://generalidea.co.kr/

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Luca Luca Spring 2012 Collection

The collection of Luca Luca is one that is filled with 

beautiful coloring and a whimsical and romantic texture.

Some designs have a very vintage 60's feel while other

have a very strong and empowering look.  All in all, 

the collection is filled with allure and charm.

My Favorites:

I love these pants!

The Full Collection:

The Official Luca Luca Website: http://www.lucaluca.com/

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Vote For Your Favorite Project Runway Season 9 Designer!!

You've seen all the designers on Nerd with Heels
now vote for your favorite!

Who is your favorite Project Runway Season 9 Winner?

Laura Kathleen Project Runway Contestant #9

Last but not least of the contestants the

flirty, feminine, and whimsical is the collection of

Laura Kathleen.  

My Favorites:

The Full Collection:

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Anthony Ryan Auld Project Runway Contestant #8: Spring 2012

Futuristic and yet romantic at the same time, is the

alluring collection of Anthony Ryan Auld. It is very

structured and edgy with a hint of ethnic prints solo

or mixed together.

My Favorites:

Absolutely love this jacket!

The Full Collection:

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Oliver Green Project Runway Contestant #7: Spring 2012

A collection filled with black, tan, and grey color blocking 

and sleek leather filled with edge and minimalism.  Each design 

is pristine and to the point.

My Favorites:

The Full Collection:

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Joshua McKinley Project Runway Contestant #6: Spring 2012

Textured, stylish, and sleek is the collection of

Joshua McKinley.  It is edgy, sexy, and cool with

a bit of a 90's theme surrounding the patterns.  It

was so enjoyable watching each piece take a different

spin from the next.  

My Favorites:

The Full Collection:

http://nymag.com/fashion/

Kimberly Goldson Project Runway Contestant #5: Spring 2012

Kimberly Goldson designed a very sensual and chic collection

that is filled with pristine detailing.  Each color sets the mood for

a very exotic and inviting Spring.  Each jewel toned color brings

a delight to the collection.

The Full Collection:

http://nymag.com/fashion/