Inquirer Columnist - Elizabeth Wellington http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington RSS Feed for Inq Col Elizabeth Wellington en-us Sat, 18 Feb 2012 08:01:00 GMT A Twenties twist http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120218_A_Twenties_twist.html NEW YORK - This year's New York Fashion Week ended on a decidedly flapperish note. Designers dotted their collections with cloches, menswear styling, plush furs, and velvet gowns with a chicness that hasn't been appreciated since the Roaring Twenties. Mirror, Mirror: Simple shapes, dark and serious http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120215_Mirror__Mirror__Simple_shapes__dark_and_serious.html NEW YORK - Live worldwide streaming, the ability to order collections right off the runway, and an American Express Skybox Lounge are making New York Fashion Week feel more like a sporting event at the Wells Fargo Center than the industry-only style fete it once was. Fashion Week Reports http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120215_Fashion_Week_Reports.html Inquirer fashion writer Elizabeth Wellington reports from New York Fashion Week in her blog, "Mirror Image," at www.philly.com/mirrorimage and on Twitter at @ewellingtonph. Philly designer betting N.Y. show gives her fashion traction http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120214_Philly_designer_betting_N_Y__show_gives_her_fashion_traction.html Carmelita Greco is betting that the glitzy, apocalyptic women's-wear collection she plans to debut Tuesday night during New York Fashion Week will signal a new beginning to her struggling design career. Mirror, Mirror: American designers are waving the flag http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120208_Mirror__Mirror__American_designers_are_waving_the_flag.html New York Fashion Week starts Thursday, and it appears the runways will be popping with a fashion flair that's unmistakably all-American. Viewing Fashion Week from the not-so-cheap seats http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120205_Viewing_Fashion_Week_from_the_not-so-cheap_seats.html New York Fashion Week insiders may get invitations to runway shows for free, but folks who are willing to pay definitely have a more posh experience. Our own magic red carpet http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120201_Our_own_magic_red_carpet.html Gowns in sparkling nudes and vibrant shades were the major red-carpet trends Saturday evening at the 155th Academy of Music Anniversary Concert and Ball. Mirror, Mirror: Pants? No, Free People is stressing the dress http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120125_Mirror__Mirror__Pants__No__Free_People_is_stressing_the_dress.html Fashion is focusing on pants this spring, from skinny silhouettes in vibrant primary shades to wide-legged trousers in flowing nude tones. Mirror, Mirror: Hose regains a toehold http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120118_Mirror__Mirror__Hose_regains_a_toehold.html Pantyhose occupy a dicey place in the world of fashion. The dainty intimates are on the rise thanks to Kate Middleton's penchant for them. Couple that with ultra-fashion-forward stars like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Jessie J wearing sheer black hosiery, and you have a burgeoning trend. Glamour at the Globes http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/elizabeth_wellington/20120117_Glamour_at_the_Globes.html Thanks to fresh colors, amazing details, and updated plays on classic silhouettes, the Golden Globes were a talker. From Angelina Jolie's Atelier Versace gown to Mary J. Blige's Michael Kors, our social-media feed is still a-twitter about a handful of gowns seen on the red carpet.