Some art is just too lively to hang on the wall. That's an understatement at this year's Glamorama, where the "Artrageous" theme will show off fall fashions that are suitable for framing. Friday's 19th annual Macy's-sponsored extravaganza features performances by Bruno Mars and Far East Movement and runway looks by Jean Paul Gaultier, Sonia Rykiel and Marc Jacobs. The wearable artistic statements will be going from runway to reality with fall clothing already arriving in stores. This season, the designers went for a distinctive palette. Unlike fall's typical dark and muted feel, Glamorama fashion director Laura Schara honed in on 2011's "bright, bold colors," including red, mustard yellow and teal. Adding to the vibrance, you'll find a lot of shine, metallics and patterns from plaids to polka dots. Here's a preview of some fall trends straight from the Glamorama runway.
That's Artrageous
This year's Glamorama puts artistic statements on the runway.
By Sara Glassman
August 17, 2012 at 9:11PM
This Marc Jacobs look shows off the top American designer's major graphic statement for fall: polka dots. "What's more ladylike than polka dots?" says Schara. However, she looks beyond the bold pattern. "All of [the Marc Jacobs] looks define the waist and hips," she said, noting that the vintage "Mad Men" inspiration continues into this season. The dressed-up motorcycle jacket, such as this one by Armani Jeans, has been a trend with staying power. If you don't have one in your closet yet, Schara suggests getting colorful. "Dark green, mustard or chestnut rust are new and fresh for guys too," she says. Knit sweater dresses have become a fall staple. "They're flattering on a lot of body types and can be casual for day or dressed up for night," says Schara. This Sonia Rykiel dress is updated with sheer sleeves and a strong argyle print and features some of the season's hottest colors. Photos by Courtney PerryMACY'S GLAMORAMA
- Music by: Bruno Mars and Far East Movement
- Fashions by: Marc Jacobs, Jean Paul Gaultier, Tracy Reese, Sonia Rykiel and more
- When: 8 p.m. Fri 8/5
- Where: Orpheum Theater
- Tickets: $60-$1,000, www.macys.com/glamorama, 952-893-9355
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Sara Glassman
Massive burritos, brothless ramen, cake muffin and a cup of Dayton’s nostalgia.
