The fashion industry is buzzing as the top designers have released previews of their collections for 2010. Unveiled in the Fall of 2009, the world stands ready to cash in on the new designs. All signs are leading to fresh, fabulous and funky for the new decade. Let’s take a sneak peak at the top ten designers for 2010:
Chanel has once again created a moveable feast for the senses as the 2010 line was unveiled in Shanghai and featured the performance of Actress and Chanel muse, Anna Mouglalis. The line was once again an exquisite combination of embellished and rich fabrics done up in a town and country luxury.
Vera Wang has risen to the top of the charts, partly because of her breath-taking wedding gown design featured in the blockbuster hit movie, “Sex and the City.” Watch for her to again excel at slouchy evening wear and bringing a fresh new collection of outer and day wear.
Donatella Versace revealed her pre-Fall 2010 Spring line with a Japanese print mini-dress, jean suit and platform round toe pumps. Insiders say Versace was influenced by Versus designer, Christopher Kane.
Ralph Lauren uncovered his distressed line of denim in a show that once again returned to his expressions of the all-American resilient spirit. This new wearable collection featured vintage-looking cotton vests, chambray beaded gowns and blue ombré chiffon dresses.
Oscar dela Rente returns with his smart vision of Middle East meets Upper East Side. Massive jewelry tweed jackets and embroidered skirts made for a bright light in things to come.
Isaac Mizrahi’s look this year includes swishy skirts and beaded paisley prints that come in the form of shift dresses and high-waisted shorts. His accessories, created with the help of Liz Claiborne designers, are an absolutely fabulous array of long and spangly earrings, and plexi-molded arm bands that span wrist to shoulder. This year he shows restraint in keeping his usual kitch to a minimum.
Jason Wu created his first-ever pre-fall collection which highlighted aviation as a theme. Aviator sunglasses, Pan Am neck ties and silver mini-dresses reflect his year of global trotting. His first year working with leather, he kept it feminine with boleros built into evening gowns and sharp silk lined jackets.
Ermenegildo Zegna reveals his 2010 line for men, done completely in neutral earth tones of off-white, gray and brown with very occasional hints of lavender. Classic.
Matthew Williamson launched his men’s wear designs for 2010 with cashmere as the star of the show, including a new cashmere jumper for men. He remains a favorite of celebrities like Lindsey Lohan and Eva Longoria.
Mark Fast rocked the fashion world by daring to use normal-sized models in his launch. Continuing on with his classic designs, Fast promises more handcrafted body knits, and vows to keep the costs down again this year.
Roberto Cavelli’s new line is aptly called “Angels and Devils” as he delivers a brand new collection for H&M and the budget conscious fashionista.
