NYFW Fall 2013 Designer Inspirations

“Urban Liberation.” — Kenneth Cole

“Vivid colors of the poisonous dart frog convey to predators that it is fatal when ingested. Resulting from utility, the collection was inspired by inadvertently beautiful design.” — Kimberly Ovitz

“I’m fascinated by mechanics, the bold geometry and graphic shapes created through flight. It is that raw power and beauty that is at the heart of my collection.” — Monika Chiang

“Girls who dress like boys.” — Nicole Miller

“Glam Girls.” — John Patrick, Organic by John Patrick

“High contrast.” — Peter Som

“She followed two or three blocks behind, keeping a close eye on his progress through the shadowy street. She pulled her coat tighter as she paused at the corner. It was beginning to rain.” — Rachel Comey

“Fly High.” — Marcus Wainwright and David Neville, Rag & Bone

“Space Age Femininity.” — Rebecca Minkoff

“Opium den Reverie on the Bowery with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.” — Brian Wolk and Claude Morais, Ruffian