The Mercedes-Benz Fashion WeeK, New York, 2008
Even as New Yorkers continue to feel the chill of winters, fashion designers are ready to show their spring 2008 collection in the city. The Mercedes-Benz Fashion WeeK, New York, 2008 will begin on February 02 with a menswear show by Nutica, followed by other menswear label like Perry Ellis and Duckie Brown. Designer Jason Wu, who has recently won Fashion Group International’s Rising Award in Women’s wear category, will also present his collection on Friday. The shows will be held under the tents in Bryant Park and other venues across the city. Some new designers have been included in the fashion week this year after a long gap, including Iódice, 3.1 Philip Lim and Rubin Singer.
On the second day of the fashion week, i.e. on February 03, the French label Herve Leger, which has been recently acquired by BCBG Max Azria, will present its collection. Azria has earlier said that he will keep the original Herve Leger style in mind while designing the clothes for the label. Designer Tracy Reese is expected to present her voluminous pleated skirts, where as Carmen Marco Valvo will show belted, tailored dresses and muted overcoats. James Coviello is expected to present his signature hat collection and Custo Barcelona will show kimono-inspired designs in bold hues. The Fashion Week will end with a grand finale by Marc Jacobs. The show will start at 7 p.m., so that if Marc gets late, even this time, people will not miss their dinners like last time.