New York Fashion Week S/S 2011: Diane von Furstenberg

Diane von Furstenberg is known for her fluid aesthetic. So to draw inspiration from Grecian goddesses and American dancer Isadora Duncan for her Spring 2011 collection would seem rather expected from Belgian/American designer; but with Yvan Mispelaere as her new creative partner, it was anything but. The former head of the women's line at Gucci brought the brand an edge that we wouldn't really anticipate from the DVF label. The looks were cheeky with a cacophony of opposing colors and patterns. As for the accessories: the bags were either cool and compact clutches, or über-hip duffel bags (I even saw a few fanny packs; I wonder if Diane was looking to Marc Jacobs' Spring 2010 collection for inspiration in that department). The patterns, a DVF signature, were youthful; powerful; and subtle all at once. There were androgynous tailored suit jackets, graphic sheath dresses, the trousers were slim with contrasting rope belts, Diane's iconic wrap dress even popped up a few times; yet with all of the styles and the tessellating imagery, Diane von Furstenberg's elegance and Yvan Mispelaere's trendy instinct created a unique marriage of fashion that brought forth a new and contemporary view to the DVF label.

Here's a video-review of the show:

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Here are some of the collection's highlights:

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