I’ve always loved Tracy Reese. Her designs are extremely flattering, stylish, and mercifully accommodating to those with ample hips. This Spring 2014 Ready To Wear collection was no different. From the tattoos strategically placed on the model to the lace up sandals they sported on their feet, it was a win win all around.
Tag: Ready To Wear
Gary Graham Spring 2014 RTW
This collection encompasses ethereal gothic. I totally just made that up, but it’s fitting, no? The gauzy film of the dresses and shirts looks like they will float away. They’re only anchored by the embellishment of the embroidery and the structure of the pants and jackets. Everything about this collection screams smart and classy. Pair any one of these outfits with your best “I know I look good. Don’t hate.” face and strut down the street.
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Red Valentino Spring 2014 RTW
Did someone slip me an acid laced sugar cube? I feel like I’ve fallen down the rabbit hole and everything is all iridescent and blurry. The floral artwork is an amazing backdrop to the clothing and the silhouettes of the dresses play well off of the flower blossom shapes. But the whole collection reminds me of playing dress up for some reason. Now, there are a few pieces I really love, like that clear trenchcoat and the two floral shirt dresses. But the rest is a bit -dare I say- childish.
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Organic by John Patrick Spring 2014 RTW
This collections exudes ease. With its oversized, relaxed shapes, and cool earth tones, it reminds me of every Saturday I wish I had. The bronze pieces are my favorites. They look polished, yet understated and so “Oh this? I just threw this on.” Casual and elegant. It’s how I hope to dress one day when I grow up become rich.
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Erin Fetherston Spring 2014 RTW
If you’re 16 years old and looking for a junior prom dress, this is the collection for you. If you’re a high school student of indeterminate age and you’re looking for a dress to wear to whatever high school dance functions you kids have now-a-days, this is the collection for you. Anyone else: this is not the collection for you. Was this part of a reject reel from Crazy/Beautiful? I. Can’t. Even.
The website has some awesome, grown up dresses on it, but this Spring collection is something I outgrew when I turned 17. Thanksbutnothanks.
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Creatures of the Wind Spring 2014 RTW
This collection reminded me of the clothes you find at thrift stores and you kind of like them, but are not sure whether or not you can pull it off or if you even want to pull it off. It’s the kind of collection that has all the clothes that the “we’re too cool to even want to be cool” kids wear. Meh, I’ll take a classic pencil skirt or floral Zac Posen dress any day over this, but that’s just me.
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Whit Spring 2013 RTW
I’ll admit, I was not up to snuff on Whit. But, after seeing the Spring RTW collection, I went over to their website and I am a fan. The Fall 2013 collection is superb. It includes everything that you would want to wear to work, that awkward first date, drinks with the girls, and that even more awkward dinner at his parents house. You really can’t go wrong with Whit. The fun, vibrant prints and colors of the Spring collection make you feel transformed to a tropical beach, coconut drink in hand.
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ZAC Zac Posen 2014 Spring RTW
After looking through the Zac Posen Spring collection, I immediately felt like I had just gotten back from 1940s Cuba. The silhouettes are womanly and grown up. The model is drop dead gorgeous and her Veronica Lake curls are perfect. I want to know who did the make up for this photo shoot, because it is amazing. I want to purchase it all. I will gladly trade my Jeep Liberty for this collection in its entirety. Serious inquiries only.
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