Zac Posen FW08: Hit or Miss?

Fashion wunderkind Zac Posen is known for his dramatic presence on the runway. His fall 2008 collection has British and French influence. It's an extravagant mix between Moulin Rouge and Prince William's closet. The collection has an abundance of sheer fabrics, sequins, and ruffles with the occasional herringbone tweed sheath. Posen chose to overemphasize evening wear, which had taken away from his promising daytime silhouettes. Some argue that this collection is Posen's most focused show to date; however, it seems that the young designer is still struggling to find his voice in the world of fashion. You be the judge.

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Spring Notes

Contributed by Chavo Killingsworth

Zac Posen SS08

This spring we are seeing lots of vibrant, feminine, and textured pieces! This season trend can be summed up in one word...COLOR!

Top 7 looks:

1. Color! Styles from skinny jeans to dresses to even growns; Marc Jacobs, Zac Posen
2. High Waist Trouser! Wide to Skinny; Monarchy, Tracy Reese, Oligo Tissew
3. The Shirt Dress! Key Item; Grey Ant, Voom
4. Sheer! Classy yet sheer; Marc Jacobs, Narciso Rodriguez
5. Ruffles! Give me more Darling; Carolina Herrera, Ralph Lauren,
6. Black and White! So classic; Ralph Lauren, Betsy Johnson, Nicole Miller
7. One Shoulder! Erin Fetherson, Diane von Furstenberg, Ferragamo

DVF SS08

The Haute Lady's Man

Interesting info: the guys featured do not know the design labels ;)

Name: Kelly Rowe

Age: 28

Occupation: Club Bouncer

"The designer needs to go back to the drawing board with this one. The top looks like something a pirate would wear. Is this a male model? It looks too snooty. I would never want to be seen with a girl in this outfit."

Design from Zac Posen, Spring 2008, Ready to Wear Collection