Fashion GPS, the "next century" software technology rolling out for S/S 2011 at the Lincoln Center, promises to "create a digitally enhanced experience" for fashion week attendees. Well, we at District L know a puffy press release when we see one; "next century" and any noun with the adjective "enhanced" attached to it could be ripe for trouble.
Paper IS so last season. And no, I'm not talking about the rise of Fashion GPS.
Today, as I was sifting through my mail, I came across a suprisingly stiff envelope from MAO PR. Curious, I opened it first to discover a pink, translucent plexi-glass invitation.
The invitation was for the debut show of Massachusetts-born designer, Sally Lapointe. Featured in New York Cool and self-described as "sophisticated and aggressive," you know who we'll be covering on the evening of September 12.
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In what DL interprets to be the Modern Goddess, Ports 1961 sends us an ethereal, neutral preview, mixing in sporty and fresh details. Relaxed, but distinguished, Cibani creates a mysterious fervor with her prematurely-released sketch.
Fashion's final remnants of summer are being packed away in preparation for MBFW SS11. That's it, dear readers. Sidewalk Catwalk's respected reign on the Garment District ends this week.
EFFEN Vodka is the Official Vodka of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. With plans to throw an EFFEN Cocktail Party during the week-long runway event, EFFEN Vodka will introduce their signature EFFEN concoctions. Lincoln Center is about to get EFFEN crazy.
Just so you know, EFFEN means "smooth" in Dutch... Right, who was the smart-ass who used GoogleTranslator for that one?
As the SS/2011 invites begin rolling in, District L offers a sneak peak inside our ever-filling inbox. We're particularly excited about:
Tibi. On Thursday, September 14, 2010, Amy Smilovic will be taking Tibi uptown to Lincoln Center. After effortlessly contrasting tough hardware with tailored silhouettes last season, we're interested to see Tibi's interpretation of spring 2011.
Perry Ellis. I would write a small blurb about Perry Ellis and which aspects of his collection we're most excited about, but really? Male models. 'Nuff said.
Ports 1961. In addition to our hi-tech RSVP via Fashion GPS, District L received this beautiful Ports 1961 invitation in the mail. On Monday, September 13, we expect that Tia Cibani will be dramatizing traditions -- this time in The Theatre.
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Richie Rich, the former Heatherette co-designer, seems to be bringing his widely recognizable "trash-and-flash" to Lincoln Center this season. After securing the coveted 9pm time slot on the first day of Fashion Week, maybe the former Club Kid will think twice before making guests wait for hours, as they had for his A*Muse show last February.
But probably not if Pam is the culprit, because both blondes know that the press will wait. The 90s may be over, but sparkly sex-glam still has a place in everyone's heart.
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When it comes to fashion's second annual "pre-game" party, we have no shortage of related conversation. Just 16 days away, here are a few stops we'll be adding to our itinerary:
Derek Lam: Model Maryna Linchuk will host Derek Lam's Fashion's Night Out party in Soho, complete with champagne and music by Woofgang. Document the night with Derek Lam's Fall 2010 photo booth backdrop - or just shop the night away.
Sir by Joanna Baum: Designer-assisted shopping, fee-free custom orders, and cocktails are enough to entice the District. To add to the fervor, West Village-born singer, Alexa Wilding, will be performing live in-store. Catch a piece of the action on September 10th at 129 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn.
Nicole Miller: The celebrated dress designer will be co-hosting her FNO party on Greene Street with singer and model, Cassie. Designer appearances get us in the store, but it is her three-hour open bar that will get us to stay.
Last but not least, District L's favorite, Lois Eastlund, is now listed as an FNO participant. Seasonless-sensibility and downtown-cool will now be open later on September 10th for Fashion's Night Out.
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Aside from the uptown vs. downtown turmoil that currently plagues fashion week preparation, it's the technological transformations that have been the talk this week. According to IMG releases, the airport-style kiosks that are replacing the harried PR girls of yesteryear will speed runway show check-in and minimize gatecrashing.
Taking a cue from The Boom Boom Room and Central Park's South Gate? Maybe fashion is ready to reintroduce indulgence and abandon democracy.
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The District L duo gave up on outdated fashion rules long ago. Suede found its way into spring accessories and tights have been courting open-toed shoes for quite some time now. Despite the lack of emphasis people place on these old guidelines, it still seems fun to ride out summer traditions in the remaining weeks of August.
Just last week, one of our favorite partying photographers captured the Hampton hedonists that were most excited that it is not yet Labor Day.
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