Fashion week is always the busiest yet most exciting time of the year, for the fashion savvy at least. Last spring, not only did famous and well-known designers dazzle the runway with their fall collections, there were also a handful of new designers who left quite the impression. Here is a curated list of the top five new designers who are on the radar for this season that you certainly do not want to miss.
Chadwick Bell
From sleek tailored jackets to detailed pleats, Bell created a classic menswear-inspired collection filled with simplicity and sophistication. He added his own twist to minimalistic chic with a mix of luxurious tweed fabrics and warm orange and earthy hues.
http://www.chadwickbell.com/.
Wes Gordon
Only at 25 years old, Wes Gordon is already a popular hit with high-end stores like Bergdorf Goodman, Harrods, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Ave. This young designer is known for incorporating both old and new designs into elegant, versatile and clean-cut silhouettes. He surely wowed again for his fall line. Along with distinctive collars and fox fur, a gold dress and bright red pants were further striking pieces to his dark and neutral collection.
http://www.wesgordon.com/.
Silvio Liu
It was the very first time for the label, Silvio Liu, to showcase a full season collection. Designers Brian Wood and Danny Liu combined a line where edgy meets femininity with a strong palette of electric blue, metallic red and black. A girly touch of frills and lace further complemented the cutting-edge set of leather jackets and sheer-sleeved dresses.
http://www.silvioliu.com/.
Maxime Simoens
Another young designer who has been receiving quite a lot of spotlight is Maxime Simoens, a Paris-based designer. He introduced his fall collection as Haute Couture and was receiving mixed reviews on whether or not it really is. One thing for sure though is that it was still an overall magnificent season for this new designer. Simoens unveiled gothic inspired silhouettes with geometrical cuts, intricate details and chandelier necklaces. Black-white-red colorblocking was seen throughout the collection as well.
http://www.maximesimoens.com/.
M. Patmos
Marcia Patmos is designing once again after her collaboration label with Tina Lutz, Lutz & Patmos, fell through last year. From winning the Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation for 2011, she used the reward and made a quick comeback. Using neutral colors along with knit and fur, Patmos created basic pieces that look effortless, yet absolutely appealing and comfortable.
http://www.mpatmos.com/.
