District L

It’s not possible to attend every New York Fashion Week event, but we manage to get by with a little help from our friends.

I met photographer, Andrés Herrera Valenzuela, at Michael Gross’ re-launch of Models last September during the SS/12 runway shows. Following up after the evening’s Fashion Week parties, I delightfully discovered that my new friend had true talent. Not one to pass up an apt advantage, I called on Andrés this season to take over for Nautica at the Empire Hotel.

With the ability to capture this classic, Sperry-donning collection from a fresh and unexpected angle, Andrés deserved more than just the photographer byline.

Post by Amanda LaMela

Photos by Andrés Herrera Valenzuela

It is a proven fact: Wearing the right clothes just feels better. And the ladies at Odd Molly’s showing made this quite apparent. This was one of the most engaging presentations that District L was fortunate enough to enjoy.

Models were strewn around The Box in various boudoir settings – and a few giggling girls were lounging by the bar. The looks combined hippy-esque knitwear with sassier lingerie-inspired pieces. The collection was that perfect mix of undone-chic, blending effortless comfort and sex appeal.

…And this was no time for PYTs to stand around looking bored. Models were bouncing on beds, throwing apples at each other, and even passing out roses. It was almost like being invited to a country cabin filled with the most beautiful people who took a bundle of afghans, sherpa pillows, oversized sweaters, and legwarmers to wear over their negligees. The Texan girl in me particularly fell for the poshly painted cowboy booties. I die.

Post by Madisen Walker

Images by Rachel Cuyler