Thakoon’s Fall 2011 show at the Plaza Hotel Ballroom showed a comprehensive vision in every detail. To compliment the inventive, colorful clothes, the hair and makeup looks had to be equally fun and exciting. Mission accomplished. The bright sunset eyelids by Diane Kendal and elaborate hair woven with vibrant flashes of ripped apart knitted hats by Odile Gilbert fascinated fashion fans and critics alike. A few days before the show, the artists met with the Thakoon team to try out the look.
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To each their own. Evidence of designers’ unique styles doesn’t end when the final model exits the runway. Whether its a tip of the hat, a bow, or the slightest wave, their personalities shine through. Some even bring special guests.
Farewell, New York Fashion Week! Until September.
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IN NEW YORK, weather can be extreme. Whatever the current season, it can feel endless; we forget the potential for variation. In the winter, we can barely imagine life unbundled from layers upon layers. In the summer, a closed-toe is unthinkable while pavement is melting beneath your feet. But sometimes, we allow ourselves a dream of something different. In mid-January, it’s a good time for a spring reverie.
PROENZA SCHOULER / THAKOON
ISAAC MIZRAHI / ADAM
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