The Weekender: October 25th-27th

Happy Friday! And almost Happy Halloween!
You are in for a treat with this week's Weekender picks. There are so many fun and Halloween-ey things to do around the city.

October 25th - October 27th: Visit one of New York's top 5 scariest haunted houses! CBS provides all of the websites for more information and ticket prices, that is, if you aren't chicken...
Visit: http://newyork.cbslocal.com/top-lists/nycs-5-scariest-haunted-houses/

October 26th: For those who don't want to be scared to death, go to the High Line for some Halloween fun! The Haunted High Line Halloween event will include trick-or-treating, art exhibits, music, and a "haunted" train tunnel and it's free!
11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Visit: http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/10/26/haunted-high-line-halloween


October 27th: Last but not least, why not join us for a fall picnic in Central Park and then for the Pumpkin Sail?! Watch as carved pumpkins float across the water at sunset, making for a beautiful sight! Feel free to bring your own jack o' lantern, or just enjoy the view. Be sure to bring a MetroCard and be ready for a bunch of Halloween festivities! We will meet outside of the Feldman Center at 2pm.

Hayley's "This Week in the City" Pick: This Week in the City join or watch the iconic Village Halloween Parade.  For those dressing up, meet on 6th Ave South of Spring St and North of Canal between 6:30pm and 8:30pm. For those watching, line up on 6th Ave from Spring St. to 16th St. from 7-10:30pm. Have a safe and happy Halloween!

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 See you at our Halloween party on Tuesday! Don't forget to bring treats for points!

Burberry Prorsum: London Fashion Week

The Fall 2013 was about putting a contemporary twist on the traditional style that Burberry is known for.

A few proper feminine details such as silhouettes that pulled in at the waist and the accompanying kitten heels were kept, (and of course there were plenty of variations of their iconic trench coat) but most of the line’s other aspects were new to the brand. 

Many of the pieces were covered in graphic animal or heart prints - towards the end of the show bright red and navy stripes were added to the mix.

These details definitely gave the line a more young feeling; maybe a little too childlike, reminding me of the heart and polka dot printed dresses I would get excited to wear as a kid. 

However, the unusual materials used as accents, such as metal and rubber, gave the clothes the edge that transformed them into womenswear. 

What do you think of Burberry’s playfully modern style?

Vivienne Westwood Red Label: London Fashion Week

I have always thought of the Vivienne Westwood shows as ones to look out for.  In comparison to her main line, Red Label has a toned-down eclectic feel, appealing to the artsy or daring business woman.  I'm not saying we don't all enjoy a typical disheveled Westwood model sporting a nip slip or a rad tartan print.  But Red Label is a play off her typical punk vibe and is quite wearable.  With that being said, according to Women's Wear Daily, "It was all undeniably Westwood but occasionally felt a bit safe for a woman who is known for being fearless."

Here are some of our favorite looks.

Jason Wu Fall 2013 RTW Collection

This season Jason Wu was designing for a more mature audience. The inspiration for the more elegant and sophisticated collection seemed to be linked to his recent publicity: Michelle Obama wore one of his designs to the inaugural ball for a second time this January. 

Wu said the collection was based on “extreme femininity.” It was true that many of the girly elements of his past collections were seen again in this line. Most recognizable were the pleats and lace details.

He mixed the feminine with masculine silhouettes of wider shoulders and fully buttoned up blouses. Other interesting details were created with cutout like patterns created with sheer fabrics; a perfect demonstration of the balance between severe and sexy Wu was going for this season.

What do you think? Don't you want a piece of Wu's New York sophistication in your closet?

Jenny Packham Fall 2013 RTW Collection

The Jenny Packham show is on the top my radar every season and the designer never disappoints with her gorgeous, lady-like aesthetic shining through each piece of the collection.  

The ruby red sash is a perfect accent.

This is one of my favorites - so classy!

Who would've thought knitwear and satin go so well together?

This just below the knee length is the shortest Packham goes.

The peplum is still lingering in this strapless stunner.

Shades of nude blush pink and deeply saturated teals and reds are prominent in the collection as well as Packham's signature attention to detail and bead-work. 

Source: WWD

Calvin Klein Collection Fall 2013

Calvin Klein's Ready-to-Wear for Fall 2013 was "a collection based on coats" said Francisco Costa, the Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection; indeed that's exactly what it was. Almost each piece that made its way down the runaway was a different take on an oversized jacket, all completed with a large, chunky belt that cinched each models waist. Costa's inspiration for the "military-inspired coats" came from Andrei Tarkovsky's film, Ivan's Childhood. 

This dress is extremely militaristic, and I love everything about it.

Love this! It looks so warm! I'd wear this, especially in the city where it's been very cold!

Most of the collection consisted of leather pieces in colors like black, dark green, and blue, with some pieces in white. 

Did you like Calvin Klein's Collection for Fall 2013? If not, why?

Sources: Style, Vogue