Coutorture

Proenza Schouler Designs Jeans With J Brand For Fall 2010

coutorture — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:22:26 -0800

Proenza Schouler's buttoned up fall 2010 collection featured updated collegiate-style toggle jackets, sleeveless white shirts, plaid pleated mini skirts, and high-waisted, ultra skinny denim (a first for Proenza Schouler). The jeans were designed in collaboration with J Brand, combining the denim brand's much-loved stretch fit with the designers' modern silhouette.

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez explained they were exploring the idea of uniforms with this fall collection and couldn't ignore denim's ubiquity in most people's wardrobe. Of course, these trousers aren't your average jean. Each pair is printed with a graphic black and white graffiti print, which is hand-pained over to create texture.

"Everyone we know wears J Brand. It was an easy choice," said McCollough and Hernandez. The denim collection will be available in stores mid-July.

New York Fashion Week: Proenza Schouler Fall 2010

coutorture — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:47:51 -0800

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Proenza Schouler to Sell Handbags Off the Runway During Fall 2010 Live Stream

coutorture — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:59:15 -0800

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernadez are the latest designers to join the live streaming fashion week party. The pair announced this morning they will broadcast their fall 2010 Proenza Schouler runway show Wenesday at 8PM EST in real-time at ProenzaSchouler.com.

But that's not all. Directly following the collection debut online audiences will be able to pre-order a selection of straight-off-the-runway fall 2010 handbags. The sale only lasts 24 hours, so if you like what you see, act quickly.

Instant gratification doesn't get faster than this.

Shopping: Dip Dyed Tees and Dresses

coutorture — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:03:09 -0800

Clockwise from left: Proenza Schouler spring 2010, Proenza Schouler tie dye longsleeve shirt $375 La Garçonne, Proenza Schouler tie dye cotton t-shirt $325 Net-a-Porter, Lela Rose printed cotton dress $950 Net-a-Porter, Aminaka Wilmont printed silk dress $1,375 Net-a-Porter.

There is nothing hippie or Seventies about spring's colorful tie-dye prints. Inspired by the worlds of surf and skate, the acid-hued, tie-dyed fabrics seen on the runway at Proenza Schouler were cut into sexy racerback tank dresses and micro minis. Who What Wear Daily recently took matters into their own hands by recreating a more affordable version of Proenza's technicolor silk knit sweater with this do-it-yourself projectfrom Erica Domesek of P.S. I Made This .

Albertus Swanepoel Gets A Corporate Gig

coutorture — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:18:53 -0800

Much loved by fashion designers (Proenza Schouler, Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, Narciso Rodriguez, and Diane von Furstenberg) and editors (Vogue), but little known to consumers, milliner Albertus Swanepoel has finally landed a lucrative corporate collaboration which should send his exquisitely-designed headpieces straight into the mainstream spotlight.

Known for his exceptional attention to detail, handwork, and use of exotic materials (such as the rooster feather hunting cap in Carolina Herrera's fall 2008 collection above), the South African-born, New York-based Swanepoel will launch a collection with U.S. hat manufacturer Stetson this fall. The line will be sold seasonally at Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, and Saks Fifth Avenue and retail for $180-$300. Thank you, Stetson.

From left: Carolina Herrera fall 2008, Proenza Schouler spring 2005, Alexander Wang fall 2009

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Proenza Schouler's Pre-Fall Micro Minis By Way Of Japanese Tie-Dye and Holden Caulfield

coutorture — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:51:54 -0800

"We're still feeling short (lengths)," Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough told Mark Holgate of their Proenza Schouler pre-fall collection, which had tweed and leather skirts hitting miles above the knee. Influenced by "The Catcher in the Rye," and a Japanese fabric dying technique called shibori, the collection is appropriately techno-tie-dye-meets-collegitate-prep with a very appealing economical twist-almost 25 pieces will be available below typical Proenza retail prices, some even under $500.

Shopping: A Stylish Winter Wonderland

coutorture — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:05:34 -0800

Clockwise from left: Proenza Schouler chunky pullover $1285 La Garçonne, Karl Donoghue sheepskin earmuffs $115 Net-a-Porter, Splendid jersey stirrup leggings $80 Net-a-Porter, Elton & Jacobsen graphic panelled leggings $176 farfetch, Aubin & Willis wool-blend mittens $80 Net-a-Porter, Matthew Williamson printed wool scarf $335 Net-a-Porter, Accostages plaid shearling vest $470 farfetch, Tsumori Chisato metallic knit sweater dress $490 La Garçonne, Sorel Joan of Arcitc snow boots $129 Endless.

After a hard-and in our case, most likely life threatening-run down the mountain, it is always a joy to wrap up in winter's coziest separates and hit the lodge for a well-deserved après ski hot toddy. Stirrup leggings and serious snow boots are necessary to fight off the chill, while Proenza Schouler's chunky pullover and Matthew Williamson's wrap scarf just make us really happy.

Shopping: Warm Weather Getaway

coutorture — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:36:54 -0800

Clockwise from left: Zimmermann printed triangle bikini $205 Net-a-Porter, T by Alexander Wang linen striped tank $90 Net-a-Porter, Eugenia Kim straw fedora $300 Net-a-Porter, Jil Sander rectangle sunglasses $250 Net-a-Porter, Proenza Schouler printed cotton T-shirt $350 Net-a-Porter, Lauren by Ralph Lauren set of nine bangles with crystal $98 Bloomingdale's, Lanvin dolls shopping bag $768 mytheresa, Jimmy Choo jelly sandals $175 Net-a-Porter, Missoni Honolulu knitted mini dress $670 Net-a-Porter.

Earlier we shared our favorite ski vacation gear. Now-for those of you jetting off with Marc and Lorenzo to St. Barths or to Turks and Caicos with Donna over the holiday break-we present our favorite buy now pieces from the latest resort collections. For maximum style on the beach, you can't go wrong in a Zimmermann bikini and Jil Sander sunnies with Missoni's knit dress thrown over for lunch and an afternoon cocktail.

Shopping: Brilliant Sequins

coutorture — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:43:10 -0700

Clockwise from left: Sonia Rykiel sequin blazer $1515 Net-a-Porter, Phi sequin cycling dress $2895 Net-a-Porter, Marc Jacbos zebra-stripe dress $2800 Net-a-Porter, 3.1 Phillip LIm sequin tee shirt $525 Net-at-Porter, sequin scarf $60 Topshop, Fendi fake fur sequin shoulder bag $1639 MyTheresa, Givenchy sequin tunic $995 Kirna Zabete, Valentino open toe shoe $795 Footcandy.

It's time to shine in fall's glamorous sequined separates. Metallic tuxedo jackets, tunics and tee shirts look effortlessly chic when thrown over a favorite pair of jeans or leggings. Brilliant accessories like the Topshop scarf and Fendi chain strap handbag are great alternatives to head-to-toe sparkle.

Spring 2010 Trend Report: The Season's Best Sunnies

coutorture — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:30:48 -0700

Alexander Wang's metallic cat eye glasses, Miuccia Prada's candy-colored transparent frames, and Donatella Versace's pink ombre wrap arounds were some of the best sun-blockers to hit the spring runways. Click the gallery below for more favorite styles from Proenza Schouler, Dries Van Noten, Derek Lam, Phillip Lim and Marni's Consuelo Castiglioni.