Bird of Paradise: Louise Gray Fall '10

Only Louise Gray could think up such a vibrant, fun, and unique fall presentation. I'm so in love!

Young Love: Christopher Kane Spring 2010

Christopher Kane was able to make gingham actually interesting with his artful new collection, which was inspired by Lolita--a kind of subversion of ladylike, innocent looks. I thought it was a fascinating group of pieces, the kind you couldn't take your eyes off of!

Cut+Paste: Louise Gray

London Fashion Week is in full swing, and fresh talent abounds! I love the kooky colorful designs that newcomer Louise Gray showed--they're a welcome respite from the moody, goth looks that tend to dominate these days.

Acid Trip: Mary Katranzou Spring 2010

Mary Katranzou continues her mind-blowing patterns this season, but this time it looked as if the dresses were living, moving, breathing organisms. She should have handed out 3-D glasses at her show!

Heaven Scent: Mary Katranzou

A first look at Mary Katranzou's Fall '09 show might have you praising the architectural designs and beautiful jewel tones in her pieces. But a second look provides a much more fascinating view--blown up images of perfume bottles that have been printed on silk for each piece. While I could do without the makeup on those models, I think every look in her collection was thought-provoking and wonderfully whimsical!

Knotted Up: Louise Goldin Fall '09

Louise Goldin always miraculously creates something hard-edged and futuristic out of something traditional and soft--knitwear! Her Fall '09 collection showed fabulous breadth considering the limitations of using only shades of black. I thought everything was damn sexy! Lots of eye-catching party dresses, shot through with luminous thread, as well.

Witchcraft: Anne-Sofie Back Fall '09

And I thought Morgan Le Fay's show was reminiscent of The Craft! Anne-Sofie Back continues the gothic trend with (what I thought) was a jaw-droppingly beautiful and creepy show. She took off where Luella left off for Fall '08, adding dreamcatchers (gasp!), crushed velvet, feathers, and slashed fabric to the mix. I can honestly say that I loved every piece in the collection. Please view it all here, it's too good to miss.

Like a Prayer: Sinha-Stanic Fall '09

Sinha-Stanic turned out some fascinating prints for Fall, and some amazing cropped shaggy vests as well. A bit of a subversive, decidedly European religious vibe permeated the collection, as well as one pair of oxblood heeled Doc Martens (that Chloe Sevigny has been spotted wearing everywhere). Genius styling on their part!

London Calling: Charles Anastase Fall '09

London Fashion Week has me excited to the bursting point! There are so many amazing emerging designers in London right now, and I can't wait to see more groundbreaking designs from the likes of Gareth Pugh, Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, and Luella--some of my favorite designers. Geek chic stayed strong at Charles Anastase this weekend, but this time around it was the early 90's stoner kind of look that dominated. Grungy flannels and hand-inscribed t-shirts abounded, but it was the interesting mix of clashing colors, shimmery fabrics, and rich velvet pieces that had me hooked. PS- Gentlemen, you'll get just as much enjoyment out of the men's looks Anastase debuted!