#NYFW : ANNA SUI SS 2017 (MISS AMERICAN PIE)

"MISS AMERICAN PIE", is a rather eclectic collection that parades a variety of interpretations and inspirations, based on American pop culture, and Folk Art. 

From a parade of cowboys, sailors, cheerleaders, and classic Hollywood glamour, Sui's Collection is like a gum ball machine of ideas and inspirations.

THE BACKDROP

The  backdrop of her show is a beautiful antique doll house. The house is framed in lace and strawberry print. One can almost feel as if they are transported to their childhood, and playing with dolls and imagining various stages of of American History.

MYSTERY AND BENEVOLENCE: 

MASONIC AND ODD FELLOWS FOLK ART 

Kendra and Allan Daniel Collection

(American Folk Art Museum)

Contemporary American pop culture, contains a rather mysterious link to fraternal references. Secret societies, cryptic signs, gestures, and rituals, have been part of American history since the early eighteenth century.

Mystery and Benevolence, was an exhibition featured at the American Folk Art Museum in New York City, and viewed by  Anna Sui. The experience inspired her to use cryptic signs throughout her SS 2017. 

Whether it be, stars, hearts, eyes, or hands, try spotting them throughout her collection.

ELIE NADELMAN COLLECTION

NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Having seen the Elie Nadelman's Sculptor Collection, at the New-York Historical Society, Anna Sui was inspired to include American iconography into her collection. 

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH COVERLETS

Pennsylvania Dutch Country is well known for their exquisite handmade quilts since the mid 1800's and can be spotted in Anna Sui's Collection. 

Amish quilts are representative of the Amish way of life. Women spend their days socializing and relaxing around a gathered quilting bee, and the results are quite impressive.

PATRIOTIC RED, WHITE, BLUE

Anna Sui has several pieces representing the patriotic, red, white, and blue. 

JEAN HARLOW

Anna Sui's finale is inspired by Jean Harlow. It is a tribute to her boudoir of deco print satin peignoirs, kimonos, silky bed jackets and lingerie slips. 

xo,

Maya

FASHION BLOGGING AT #NYFW

For any fashion lover, the opportunity to be invited to New York Fashion Week, is some what of a dream. There is a mysterious glamour to the world of fashion, intertwining itself with celebrities, power, beauty, and self expression. 

As a fashion blogger at NYFW, the experience is what you make of it. If you just want to wear a pretty dress, take some photos, and give a rather vapid statement about "liking" a collection you know nothing about, then your contribution to the fashion world is rather meaningless. 

However, if you want to take full advantage of your coveted NYFW pass, you must consider your 3 main responsibilities. 

1.) DO YOUR RESEARCH

Before attending the selected shows, do your research. Know what your designer is about, and their style aesthetic. See past collections of what they have done and build your knowledge of what they are about. This will help you understand their collection better and if you are given an opportunity to speak to the designer you actually have valid topics to discuss. 

2.) TAKE INTERESTING PHOTOS

One of the hardest things about being a fashion blogger at NYFW, is the ability to juggle the job of writer and photographer. You have one shot and thats it.You are responsible for finding interesting content, and equally intriguing photographs, simultaneously. Other challenges lie in bad camera angles, unflattering lighting, and timing. Be sure to stay calm and search for interesting moments in the show.

3.) IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Be sure to check out each look in its' entirety. Meaning, hair, makeup, nails, and accessories. Many times it is in these details that the most interesting fashion ideas are found. 

Stay tuned for more NYFW reviews!

xo,

Maya