Laws of Couture: February 2015

Saturday, February 28

Romantic Bohemian: Spring's New Hippie Chic

Pucci

The Bohemian sentiments of the 60s and 70s got a modern, luxurious reshaping for spring 2015 thanks to designers like Emilio Pucci, Etro and Alberta Ferretti, who brought a hippie inspired vibe to the season with floaty maxi dresses that showcased romantic details like lace, chiffon, and tiered peasant skirts. Other characteristic accents included fringe, oversized sleeves, and tie-dye prints. If, like me, you're obsessed with the free-spirited sensuality that defined the ’70s, then you'll love the new era of boho.

Alberta Ferretti

Pucci

Etro

Friday, February 27

Neat Pleats

Isabel Marant

Whether it be a high-waisted midi silk skirt, floor length chiffon dress overlay or just a subtle accent to an ensemble, you'll be seeing lots of accordion pleats come spring. These narrow folds add such graceful fluidity and movement, I'm already shopping for pleated skirts to add my spring and summer wardrobes! My favorite looks come from the runways of Isabel Marant, Tome, Derek Lam and Issa. I promise you'll love them too and will be soon find yourself saying "pleats, please!"

Derek Lam 10 Crosby

Issa

Adeam

Burberry Prorsum

Derek Lam 10 Crosby

Tome

Hermes

Tome

Barbara Casaola

Thursday, February 26

In the Army Now

Gucci

Jason Wu

Military looks marched through the Spring/Summer 2015 Runways with uniform-inspired details including utilitarian belts, camouflage and desert khakis. From cargo pockets to army green, it was all about making something wearable and durable, yet luxe. At Marc Jacobs, the designer transformed military looks into soft dresses and relaxed silhouettes. Ralph Lauren was inspired by a safari for his spring 2015 show, but army-influences still prevailed with khaki, green and utilitarian inspired pockets. The trend was softened with feminine skirts and loose-fitting pants by the American designer. Victoria Beckham's lineup featured buttons, visible shirt pockets and tailored silhouettes in neutral hues perfect for mixing and matching. Known for his sportswear, Jason Wu delved into utilitarian inspired accents including pockets borrowed from the boys, belts and boxy tops. Check out these military girls and join the stylish army ranks for spring.

Ralph Lauren

Victoria Beckham

Jason Wu

Marissa Webb

No. 21

Mulberry

Nicholas K

Peter Som

Rag & Bone

J. Crew

Wednesday, February 25

Warm-Weather Leather

Dsquared2

Dsqaured2

Dsquared2

This spring, trade out winter's leather standbys for a lighter, season-spanning touch. Whether used as small accents or as the main fabric, leather touches turn any outfit into a spectacular, statement-making one. From traditional shades of black and tan to bright, attention-getting hues, this season's leather offerings scream luxury and class with a dash of edge. From leather pants to leather skirts and dresses to leather jackets and trenches, if you're looking for some outfit inspiration turn to the runways of none other than Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Trussardi and Dsqaured2 to see how spring's stand out pieces are styled.

Trussardi

Philipp Plein

Louis Vuitton

Givenchy