NY Fashion Week Spring 2009: Rubin Singer

I got to sit second row (I’m not first row worthy or second for that matter, but whatever) at Rubin Singer’s Spring 2009 runway show this afternoon. I actually didn’t know a lot about Rubin Singer going into the tents but I have to admit, I did kinda dig his show. I wasn’t blown away by it or anything (it’s not really my style) but there were some amazing silhouettes and a few pieces I wouldn’t mind owning.Key Trends:

• Sexy back cut-outs: The racer back gown that went down the runway was amazing
• Collars, collars, collars: Huge shawl collars, extra-tall popped collars — drama is the word!
• Lady-like style: Lots of suits but with a fashion-forward twist, prim and proper looks without looking stuff

Awesome Accessories:

• Feathered headbands: These were not your hippies’ headbands. Very chic usage of feathers in headbands and hair ornaments.
• Top handled bags: Gigantic, statement making top handled handbags looked great with some of the looks.
• Statement necklace: Subversive designed the jewelery for the show and let me tell you something … wow! It’s going to be all about the statement necklace for fall 2008 and spring 2009 ladies.

Color/ Pattern Stories:

• Navy blue and cream
• Black and white
• Teal and orange
• Polka dots
• Stripes
• Paint-like strokes