words/images Judith Ecochard
We can't think of anyone in the fashion industry that gets more deserved acclaim for his philanthropic endeavors than Kenneth Cole---tireless endeavors since 1985...
He must be a master at time management too-considering his Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc continues to deliver very stylish contemporary collections (actually three of them)- in apparel, footwear and accessories. Among all the other things he has going on-including serving as a judge on the reality show-Project Accessory!
We got to the Kenneth Cole New York Spring 2012 media preview on the early side-and lucked out with a lengthy chat with lead designer, Ingo Wilts---a native a Germany-who clearly loves his new hometown-as this outing of well designed separates harks back to the company's urban heritage---
"The red...is the sun reflected off the buildings..."
"Black is our heritage," Wilts pointed out...and realistically-probably the one shade that dominates everyone we know-entire wardrobe.
Plus-"..we love animal prints..."
Wilts also pointed out to us-"...the idea of working with contrasts..tight on the bottom...loose on top...a tight weave shown with an open weave...a short skirt with a long blazer."
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| Kenneth Cole |
We can't think of anyone in the fashion industry that gets more deserved acclaim for his philanthropic endeavors than Kenneth Cole---tireless endeavors since 1985...
He must be a master at time management too-considering his Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc continues to deliver very stylish contemporary collections (actually three of them)- in apparel, footwear and accessories. Among all the other things he has going on-including serving as a judge on the reality show-Project Accessory!
We got to the Kenneth Cole New York Spring 2012 media preview on the early side-and lucked out with a lengthy chat with lead designer, Ingo Wilts---a native a Germany-who clearly loves his new hometown-as this outing of well designed separates harks back to the company's urban heritage---
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| long blazer with shorts-contrast in lengths and fabric textures-and colors with black gladiator sandals |
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| unstructured blazer-perfect weight for summer |
As Wilts commented, "(the collection)...goes back to New York...and the Highline..."-now an iconic Big Apple park- and also a top destination for visitors.
"The whole idea of color-the white and the gray reflects the buildings next door (to the Highline)," Wilts added.
"The industrial...and nature," inspired the tonal palette and prints.
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| Victorian sleeves-nice twist in a classic white cotton blouse paired with a straight cut mini |
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| some guys can rock this look-with sockless shoes |
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| anorak-staple |
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| unstructured suede blazer -key piece |
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| snake print pants-matches up with accessories group-pictured lower |
"The red...is the sun reflected off the buildings..."
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| pre-washed cotton shirt |
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| this would be our uniform-switch up the tops and footwear for day to night occasions |
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| perfectly made---quality is very high throughout the collection! |
"Black is our heritage," Wilts pointed out...and realistically-probably the one shade that dominates everyone we know-entire wardrobe.
Plus-"..we love animal prints..."
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| love this shift dress in snake print-matches up with accessories group |
Wilts also pointed out to us-"...the idea of working with contrasts..tight on the bottom...loose on top...a tight weave shown with an open weave...a short skirt with a long blazer."
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| back detail-the "KC" signature |
"The greens...(are) nature at various stages of the year."
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| silk print |
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| leather vest-with semi-transparent burnout top- |
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| cute knickers with bold zips-edge-gets sophisticated-with motorcycle leather jacket |
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| we love this-contrast of textures-matte and satiny shine-pulled together with leather belt |
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| Ingo Wilts |
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| cork, patent, snake-chic! |
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| oversized clutch in textured leather-great shape and color |
Accessories are terrific...
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| leather cap toe -bumped up sneakers |
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| laser cut leather oversized handbag-in white one of our favs |
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| winning collection of defining belts, roundish sunglasses, wedge, natural fiber materials, stacked platforms, satchels and oversized clutch |
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