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Rodarte Fall/Winter 2014 | New York Fashion Week

Rodarte Fall 2014–While last season, the Rodarte sisters looked to downtown Los Angeles for inspiration, the fall-winter 2014 runway show had a more sci-fi approach with models wearing raccoon eyes and slicked back hair almost like celestial creatures. The designers offered airy chiffons in jewel tones for their opening looks which then transitioned into retro futuristic jackets and vests with pointed lapels. A mix and match of textiles recall the more kitschier side of the brand’s DNA. For the finale, Rodarte offered silk gowns printed with the images of Luke Skywalker, C-3PO and more characters from the original “Star Wars” films.

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Vera Wang Fall/Winter 2014 | New York Fashion Week

Vera Wang Fall 2014–Keeping in line with the season, Vera Wang’s fall-winter 2014 collection featured plenty of black and grey. There is something quite rock and roll about the clothing which is dominated by metallic accents, slim lines and boyish layering. Patterns of choice for autumn include plaid and almost watercolor florals paired with platform boots. Gowns have a romantically gothic touch with plenty of sheer fabric as well as cob-web like lace detailing.

10 Crosby Derek Lam Fall/Winter 2014 Collection

10 Crosby Fall–For his 10 Crosby fall-winter 2014 collection, Derek Lam looked to artwork of the 50s and 70s for inspiration. Namely artisanal German pottery called Lava Pottery. The work is noted for its volcanic look and sleek lines as well as abstract decorations. Lam took this influence and gave an arty finish to the upcoming fall by reinterpreting a smock as a crop top or reinventing the classic black pant with patchwork pockets. The color palette also has an eclectic vibe with a variety of shades including dijon, indigo and aubergine sometimes in an ombre effect.

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Donna Karan Fall/Winter 2014 | New York Fashion Week

Donna Karan Fall 2014–Dark and sensual. These are the two main ideas of Donna Karan’s fall-winter 2014 collection which also happens to mark the label’s 30th anniversary. The dark mainly comes from a color palette of inky black with rare pops of seductive red. Sensuality comes from the slinky silhouettes that embrace the feminine form. Karan’s tailoring is out in full force with the collection’s opening which showcases belted jackets with a slightly Eastern inspired cut. Outerwear looks to fur coats as well as cinched parkas for the fall season. For evening wear, the Karan woman wears show stopping gowns with flowing fabric and high slits–a great look for just about any red carpet event.