NY FASHION WEEK: Rebecca Minkoff Fall 2013

Some grunge, some futuristic chic. Rebecca Minkoff's Fall 2013 show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was a collection for the "modern girl's manifesto".  The show opened with a great musical performance by Wild Cub.

This was a smorgasbord of high tech fabrics, leather, quilting and tailoring.  There was a mix of graphic prints mixed with color blocked jackets and pieces with leather contrast trim.  The last few dresses were super bright in color, with space age silhouettes.

Handbags are Rebecca's big claim to fame.  Her first fan was actress Jenna Elfman who still has that first bag today (she personally tweeted me confirmation of this).  For fall 2013, there was a noticeable reduction of the famous Mini-Mac bag and a large mix of new styles.  There were three-toned saddle bag styles, big bags to accommodate laptops and some fun purses with a holographic finish.

I think I always love Minkoff's collection because she designs for the lifestyles of women like herself. She is a new mother, and her business is a full family project.  This kind of support is something any designer would dream of.  Click here to see the full collection.

photos by David TW Leung

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Sales Alert: CFDA/Tory Burch for Sandy Relief, Rebecca Minkoff, Theory

Fashion for Sandy Relief:
The Tory Burch foundation, along with the Council of Fashion Designers of America and Vogue are holding a huge sale where the net proceeds will go towards those in need of help following Hurricane Sandy.  So much of the Northeast was devastated and is still suffering.  Here are fashion stars doing what they can to help.

Besides Tory Burch, look for almost every other designer you could want, from Alexander McQueen, Chloe, Diane Von Furstenburg, Coach, Versace (to name only a few) at 50% off retail.

When: TODAY, Friday, November 16, 2012, 10 AM - 8 PM
Where: Metropolitan Pavillion, 123 West 18th street

Theory Sample Sale:
If you are a fan of the sleek, cosmopolitan sportswear that is Theory, you're in luck.  Both The Prive and ClothingLine have sample sales for this label
For Men's and women's clothing at Prive:
When: Today, through November 18, 10 AM - 7 PM
Where: Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue (between 15th and 16th street)
Women's Only at ClothingLine:
When: Today through November 18, 10 AM - 5 PM
Where: 261 West 36th street, between 7th and 8th avenue

Rebecca Minkoff:
The Rebecca Minkoff Mini-Mac has a huge cult fan base.  The sample sales are one big party (treats, cocktails, giveaways).  This collection is always a good time.  Look for 75% off retail

When: Today, 10 AM - 8PM, Saturday, November 17, 10 AM - 3 PM
Where: 260 5th Avenue, (between 28th and 29th street)

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