DESIGN SUITES
FALL 2007 COLLECTIONS
The beautiful Los Angeles spring weather reminds the fashionable Angeleno of the basic neutrals, summer florals, and pastel hued ballet flats recently purchased at Tracey Ross for the months to come, and yet she is already planning far ahead for the rich colors and textures of the autumn season.
Angeleno chic draws from inspirations around the world for the fall looks. Whether it is a classic silhouette, similar to those adorning mannequins that grace store windows on the streets of Milan, a brightly colored croc clutch reminiscent of romantic days in Rome, or the layering of colors and prints favored by Parisian locals, this eclectic mix of influences is what the Californian Angeleno exemplifies.
Fall previews suggest that the Angeleno will soon be choosing from masculine inspired tailoring, skin-soft cashmeres, and peep-toe platforms for the day and girlish party frocks paired with bold jewels for the eve.
Just like the fashionistas, this season of The Design Suites looks forward to an alluring mix of bold and demure, casual and elegant, and trendy and classic.
We're proud to present the sixth season of the Design Suites. We're thrilled to be on-site this season at Smashbox Studios and presenting such a fantastic collection of designers across various categories.
We'll see you at the Design Suites!!!
Lauren Gurvich
Design Suites Director
Nancy Tam
Design Suites Manager
Jane Black
Design Suites Communications Manager
Angela Navarro
Design Suites Intern
Diana Lee
Design Suites Intern
     For the past six years, Andy Thê-Anh has been serving up very trendy and ultra-feminine styles for the modern career oriented woman exuding refinement and glamour. He is especially known for his impeccable suits, his ultra-feminine blouses and his drop-dead gorgeous dresses. Showing: March 18-22 |
     Biatta Intimates best known for creating a quality product at an affordable price point. Biatta can be found in all major department stores and boutiques. Showing: March 18-20 |
     Crimes is a women contemporary dress line. Our current collection pays homage to Mandrian art and Mod with 21st century sensibilities. Showing: March 18-20 |
     The DRES technique starts with the finest, supple, thick Italian leather and exotic skins carefully perforated by craftsmen to create breathability, drape, texture, and reduce weight. In our New York studio DRES accessories are hand sewn and constructed using only the perforated holes. Each item is as beautiful on the inside as on the outside Showing: March 18-20 |
     Ema Savahl Couture's distinction is in creating new textures using different and unusual materials to produce new and unseen looks. This season Ema Savahl Couture is proud to exhibit three different paint and molding techniques applied to trendy and contemporary clothing, making this line unique and incomparable. Showing: March 18-22 |
 Showing: March 18-20 |
     fenix started as a "labor of love", and has since grown into something remarkable. What began as an exhaustive search for an effective sunscreen that offered protection for everyone, including those with unique skin sensitivities, has culminated in what many call the "ultimate" in skin care products. The effectiveness of fenix's unique formulas culled from the finest ingredients has convinced the toughest critics including the medical community, magazine editors, and the health - and beauty-conscious celebrity set in Hollywood. fenix's full line is currently offered in more than 700 of the leading dermatologist's offices and top spas throughout the United States, and has graced the pages of numerous magazines and television shows. Showing: March 18-20 |
     Jennifer Rose's distinctive opulent and detailed pieces have caught the attention of stylists, editors, and celebrities from Los Angeles, New York, Paris, and Tokyo. The designer's signature organically hand-crafted pieces include some of the finest materials and stones such as radiant moonstones, dramatic sleeping beauty turquoises, rich toned garnets and lavish onyxes. Each piece is intricately designed and detailed, holding true to the designer's belief that each piece must be special in and of its own. Showing: March 21-22 |
     JeTalia, fine jewelry with sensual style. Able to take you from day to night, from casual to dressy with style and ease. Versatility, elegance and flirtatiousness are feature characteristics of a JeTalia design - and of the discerning JeTalia collector herself. For more information, please visit www.jetalia.com Showing: March 21-22 |
     Steeped in tennis heritage, K-Swiss returns to its roots with a new tennis apparel and footwear collection, as well as a new spokesperson...tennis star Anna Kournikova. The collection illustrates the brand's performance abilities, but also highlights its new trendsetting style. Both are available for men and women alike. Showing: March 18-22 |
     La Chica Chic balances fun with the distinct aura of 'chic' that comes so naturally to the women of Brazil. Artisans create the unique looks of La Chica Chic to fuse high fashion with traditional artistry. Each collection combines leather, suede, or velvet with semi-precious stones, beads, and high-quality crystals native to South America, in an exclusive look. A look that is our statement of fun, art, and unique style that is La Chica Chic. Showing: March 21-22 |
     Lo-fi's designer Kelly Cole creates hip clothing with a vintage twist. With an emphasis on top level quality fabrics and construction, and made in the USA, Lo-Fi espouses the values of early American manufacturers. The company's slogan, "Clothes For Your World Tour" suggests the overall concept of a versatile wardrobe with which the cosmopolitan individual can comfortably travel the world and seamlessly traverse the landscape of their life and it's demands. Showing: March 18-20 |
     Mark Nason Handcrafted in Italy and designed to complement designer denim and dress casual wear, Mark Nason is the soul of style. With distinctive profiles and luxurious leathers, the range of classic and modern boots, shoes and sandals is also desired by those who define style as unique and individualistic. Siren by Mark Nason Seductive and uninhibited, Siren is the ultimate accompaniment to women's designer and casual couture with their alluring details and distinct textures. Showing: March 21-22 |
     Melly M by Melissa Madden- Timeless Preppy with a Twist! Melly M was founded in the spring of 2003 by Melissa Madden. The line includes dresses, bustiers, bermuda shorts, as well as Melissa's signature skirts. Melly M prides itself on its unconventional color palettes which keep the brand distinctive and fashion forward. Additionally, Melissa designs and prints several of Melly M's fabrics. Melly M can be found in over 500 boutiques and on-line retailers in the United States and Caribbean. Showing: March 18-20 |
 A trio of entrepreneurs joined forces in 1992 to create Mighty Fine -- a company that would soon change the face of fashion. Guy Brand, Stacy Kitchin and Patty Timsawat have grown the Los Angeles-based company from a progressive, yet underground t-shirt line to an internationally recognized fashion force and brand innovator. With an extensive network of retail partners, including hip boutiques, specialty, department and mid-tier retailers, Mighty Fine is the creator and licensor of memorable characters including French Kitty, Ruby Gloom and Bad Cat, as well as the brainchild behind the brands Public Library and Doe. Showing: March 18-20 |
     Mimi A La Mode designs glamorous bed and bath accessories for women of all ages. Her current line is inspired by a Hollywood Starlet who decided to throw a spa party for some of her friends. At the party a selection of the starlets favorite Mimi A La Mode accessories were utilized. They included of course the gold star showercap she loves to use while deep conditioning her hair. Her friends follow her lead with the pink daisy bouffant, the pink poodle style with big bow and flower and clear princess showercap. After the deep conditioning treatment they all pulled back their hair and applied mud face masks and relaxed with a cup of green tea with the super cute lace facial headband on. All the beautifying made the group exhausted, so they all laid down for a cat nap with the silk sleepmask with a pretty butterfly print and silk ribbon ruffle while listening to relaxing music and breathing in fragrant aromatherapy scents. Ahhh Showing: March 18-20 |
     The Mineral jewelry collection resides in the intersection between art and fashion. Designer Lisa Kinoshita combines sculptural silver and bronze with bold, often raw, stones to striking effect. Mineral has been featured in publications including ELLE and Lucky, and was showcased full-page in Seattle Magazine's "Best of 2006" roundup. Photos by: Lisa Kinoshita & Roger Schreiber Showing: March 21-22 |
     Rene Furterer is a renowned and respected Paris-based haircare company founded on the marriage between exotic botanicals and pharmaceutical research. Rene Furterer is owned by Pierre Fabre Laboratories, the largest privately held pharmaceutical company in France, which also developed the first plant-based cancer treatment to be approved by the FDA. Today, Rene Furterer can be found at fine salons, spas, Beauty.com, Sephora, and select Bloomingdale's department stores. Showing: March 21-22 |
     Robin Piccone is a contemporary swimwear company. The line embodies classic styles with modern edge and sophisticated silhouettes. Showing: March 21-22 |
     Located at 7473 Melrose Ave in the heart of Hollywood, Rockstyle embraces Rock and Fashion. With vintage denim, music inspired t-shirts and classic rock memorabilia Rockstyle is the place to shop for classic and novel trends. Rockstyle is for those with a "Love and Passion for Rock and Fashion". Showing: March 18-22 |
     Introducing a Fall collection that is playful and flirty. The designs are feminine and fashion forward using bold prints and rich, feel good fabrics including silk, rayon, jersey, and wool. Showing: March 18-22 |
     Mexican born designer, Vanessa Carreño takes a revolutionary stance in developing her line. Drawing from her rich cultural heritage, Carreño deep into her country's historical past and found inspiration in the Soldaderas, women soldiers, of the early 20th century Mexican Revolution. The new line ties a modern edge to a vintage era bringing together versatility, purpose and beauty. Showing: March 18-22 |
     Common themes for the Zandra Rhodes Handbag Collection are the mixing and layering of leathers, colors and prints combined on one profile. In fact, while the silhouettes are classic, the look is very modern, with subtle inserts of Zandra Rhodes signature print designs. For Fall 2007, the collection signals a movement away from the soft and slouchy trend to a more structured, sophisticated, and tailored look. Colors are rich, yet show very neutral: dark purple, espresso, rust, brown, black, deep navy and olive; with bronze, amethyst and gold metallic; all paired with printed Lamb skins and novelty Anaconda, using all Italian leather. Embellishments of custom, shiny gold hardware, oversized Swarovski crystal, and edgy, lacing treatments are then used in conjunction with Zandra's signature shimmering jacquard handbag lining. Showing: March 18-22 |
