Behind DKNY’S Spring Collection with Designers Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne One of the most exciting fashion announcements in recent years was the news that Public School’s streetwise designers Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne would share the creative director role at DKNY following Donna Karan’s retirement. While amused surprise was the initial public reaction, the industry registered how well-suited Chow and Osborne were to steering DKNY. The two New Yorkers were already critical darlings—winning the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund for their own label, Public School, where they mix streetwear with crisply tailored athletic gear. Even Public School’s palette corresponds with the power colors of DKNY. Anticipation for their spring 2016 debut collection at the helm of the established house quickly followed. Begun in 1989, DKNY is the faster, younger arm of Donna Karan Collection. It favors sportswear, workwear and separates that can be mixed and matched to create a full wardrobe.

Its essence is modern—casual but professional. In the ’90s, DKNY dressed models of the moment like Shalom Harlow and Esther Cañadas in what the label referred to as “the official uniform of New York.” With the onset of the current ’90s nostalgia, Opening Ceremony released a capsule DKNY collection in 2013 with Cara Delevingne as its spokesmodel. Insiders knew that Chow and Osborne—with their own celebrity following and New York roots–were the duo to usher in a new heyday for the label. GET TO KNOW THE NEW DKNY: READ MORE 10 Things That Happened at New York Fashion Week The industry is changing, that seems to be the consensus. But with all of the streamed shows, musicians minting collections, fast fashion and bloggers as industry critics, the old adage rings true: the more things change, the more they stay the same. New York Fashion Week Fall 2016 was a giant circus of stars and star-chasers. Black was back, with gothic overtones. And as fashion looked forward, it couldn’t help but glance back to the ’70s and ’90s.

Here are the things that we think are notable from NYFW Fall 2016. Lady Gaga walked in towering boots for Marc Jacobs. motorcycle sale chiang maiAlthough the diva’s presence was momentous, the dramatic clothes and theatrical presentation required no gimmicks.motorcycle helmet law seattle Designers Maxwell Osborne and Dao-Yi Chow Celebrate Their DKNY Fall Collection with Zoe Kravitz and Big Boimotorcycle repair hempstead It was a typically downtown affair last night, as DKNY celebrated its fall 2016 collection with a giant rager at Irving Plaza.motorcycle rentals oahu hawaii

The atmosphere at Irving Plaza for DKNY’s NYFW party A live music venue, Irving Plaza wasn’t completely transformed for the event, but they were kind enough to put in lounge-style seating in a makeshift, roped-off VIP area right in front of the stage, where 17-foot-tall models smoked cigarettes, danced to DJ Jus-Ske and awaited a performance by Big Boi.best trickle charger for a motorcycle PARTY ON: READ ONmotorcycle parts huron ohio Last Looks: DKNY, Proenza Schouler, Bibhu Mohapatra, Naeem Khan and Michael Korsmotorcycle for sale in johor bahru An ode to grunge seems to be resonating through the halls, or tents, of New York Fashion Week. Yet, in not-quite-equal measure, an intoxicating backlash of femininity is vying for attention—glamour, it seems, refuses to take a backseat.

Thus, Wednesday’s lineup skipped around from gender defying to overtly sexual to all-out decorative feats. Under the direction of newly minted creative leads Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne, the hotly anticipated DKNY show had something to prove. Sticking to what they know best (menswear), the Public School duo teased out the tension between hard and soft. Although they may have veered from the label’s unfussy DNA, they struck gold with deconstructed power suits reinvented as dresses and skirts. Sheer-to-silk fabrications with more fluid drape worked in softer elements. Palette anchored the elemental aesthetic. Save for two cobalt looks, every piece stuck to a black-white dichotomy. Shop: current season DKNY Street Style: Emily at DKNY Emily’s dark, sporty outfit is perfect for the DKNY show. The black and white palette is practically obligatory in NYC, and this sportswear-inspired style is right on trend. Her modern letterman sweater adds a bit of contrast and flared trousers keep things current.

Chic sneakers and leather gloves add some sleek textural elements. Shop our Editors’ Picks to re-create this look: Vince ‘Preston 3’ Sneaker | Hudson Jeans Wide-Leg Pants | MICHAEL Michael Kors Fingerless Gloves Street Report: Stephanie Outside DKNY Trendy and contemporary sum up fashion blogger Stephanie’s (Fashion Roll) personal style perfectly. She said she loves following new trends and experimenting with unique cuts and prints. Her structured cape is awesome and it adds some sleek flair to her crop top and pencil skirt pairing. The fringed leather bag is one of the top picks of the season, and this clutch is going straight onto my must-have list!Patterned Pencil Skirts | Vince Camuto Cape | Clover Canyon Skirt | Steve Madden Beige High-Heeled Sandal New York Fashion Week: September 7 We’ve tallied up the highlights from yesterday’s shows—from the boldly patterned catwalks of DKNY and Diane von Furstenberg to Opening Ceremony’s star-studded theatrical dramedy at the Met.

Celebrating New York City’s “color, culture and creativity,” DKNY underscored the Big Apple’s global-melting-pot status with vivid colors, graphic geometric patterns and kaleidoscopic prints—all atop voluminous silhouettes. Street Report: Aimee Outside DKNY Aimee Song (Song of Style) is practically a fixture of our Fashion Week coverage. She has impeccable taste and her California style is a breath of fresh air in the city. It was another hot and humid day, but Aimee still managed to look chic. I absolutely love this structured modern lady look. The mixed patterns are subtle, thanks to the clean palette and simple striping. And that bustier top is one of the coolest cuts I’ve seen in ages!High-Heeled White Sandals | Trina Turk A-Line Striped Skirt | Dune London White Leather Sandal | Gucci 57mm Oversized Sunglasses Street Report: Rajni at Peter Som Rajni Jacques is another of my personal street style favorites. As fashion features editor at Glamour, she is on the forefront of fashion trends.