Katie Gallagher at NYFW

26-year old budding designer Katie Gallagher debuted her 7th collection, “Everything Forever”, at the Standard Hotel during New York Fashion Week. A RISD alum, Gallagher has proven herself as a rising star in NY after snagging the attention and advocacy of NY Times T-Magazine and fashion influentials like Daphne Guinness and Nicola Formichetti

“Everything Forever” stayed true to her defining aesthetic; it was sophistication without pretention, downtown chic without any effort, and art at its best. Models lined a stark white runway in cool cut-outs and rich materials like kangaroo leather, lambskin, and lycra-wool. Despite the minimalist look and neutral tones, Katie added interest by infusing the clothes with unusual textures.

In Katie’s words, the line sprung from the concept of rebirth and purity and the idea that “everything we do is in us forever”.

Check out our exclusive photos from Katie’s NYFW presentation:

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Mark McNairy S/S 2013

One of my favorite menswear designers Mark McNairy (who also happens to be a big supporter of the Made-in-America movement) presented the 2013 Spring/Summer collection in his first ever appearance at this year's NYFW. McNairy continues to surprise us with an interesting mashup of off-the-wall prints and patterns combined with his signature preppy silhouettes. Dedicated fans will be happy to see the return of crazy camo, floral, and gigantic polka-dot prints.

images via GQ.com, hypebeast.com