PREFALL 2013

Transitioning from season to season is so exciting for me. I love the first taste of warm air in the spring, as well as the first cool breeze in fall. This time of year is confusing though and determining whether or not short-shorts or hats and gloves are acceptable can be a challenge, which is why I find the pre-fall collections so appealing. These pieces are perfect and a good investment because chances are they can be worn in all seasons. Anyway, the pre-fall collections have just been revealed so I wanted to share some of my favorite pieces and collections.

1. Carven (view collection @ style.com)
Carven's collection features a lot of great texture/color combinations and attractive layers. The collection manages to be polished and sophisticated while still maintaining an eclectic and quirky vibe. I also really loved the addition of thigh high socks with shorter coats and dresses. It's chic and also perfect for fall's temperamental weather.

2. Chloé (view collection @ style.com)

So many collections for pre-fall were inspired by 60's mod, but I think Chloé's take on it was the most successful. I especially liked the pops of red mixed with mint, the ankle-length pants and the effortless but well-tailored silhouettes. Like Carven's collection, Chloé's was very, very French, which I think worked beautifully. 

3. Givenchy (view collection @ style.com)

Amidst colorful printed sweaters and my usual pink makeup palette, I keep a special place in my heart for tomboy styles, and Givenchy's Prefall collection is just that. The collection works menswear suits with graphic tees, mosaic-y geometric patterns and fabulously combines blacks and browns. It's edgy without trying. It's just so...cool. 

4. Derek Lam (view collection @style.com)

This season, Derek Lam used a lot of great hues of blue. The collection included easy navy and a magnificent royal blue. It balances sporty and boyish style with hints of romantic lace. The staple colorful peacoat, edgy but pretty leather pleated skirts, and boxy blazer over a flowy dress make for a chic but no-nonsense and wearable collection. 

5. Rebecca Minkoff (view collection @ style.com)

Rebecca Minkoff's collection is definitely my favorite collection that I looked at. The vintage (think 1920's-1940's) feel, the mix of patterns, the soft looking and well-worn leathers, just everything. I love how she pairs ready-to-work pieces with more light and romantic ones. The collection was broad and eloquently detailed, and really just down to earth and amazing.