Designer Spotlight - Spring Trends 2009

Check out designs from Tracy Reese | Betsey Johnson and more | straight from the runway at New York Fashion Week!

Gottex - Gottex is a mix of international flavors which all are always very glamorous, wearable and effortlessly chic.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Dressing for the beach should be no different than dressing for a night out, right?

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Gottex - Gottex is a mix of international flavors which all are always very glamorous, wearable and effortlessly chic.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Dressing for the beach should be no different than dressing for a night out, right?

Carmen Marc Valvo - Renowned for the unique details he decorates into eveningwear, Carmen Marc Valvo chose to focus on one detail in particular- the square.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Love the looks. Love, love the makeup. The dark eye gives off a touch of sexy naughtiness in a chic way.

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Carmen Marc Valvo - Renowned for the unique details he decorates into eveningwear, Carmen Marc Valvo chose to focus on one detail in particular- the square.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Love the looks. Love, love the makeup. The dark eye gives off a touch of sexy naughtiness in a chic way.

Academy of Art - Student shows always bring a refreshing perspective to the runway. The works of 15 grads were shown in eight women’s wear and three menswear collections.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Wish it was me. Any help launching the careers of young designers is A-OK.

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Academy of Art - Student shows always bring a refreshing perspective to the runway. The works of 15 grads were shown in eight women’s wear and three menswear collections.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Wish it was me. Any help launching the careers of young designers is A-OK.

Michael Kors - Top American Designer Michael Kors channeled our election year vibes with American classics, from polka dots to checkered patterns.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says: &lt;/B&gt; Yacht anyone? No, seriously, the models are wearing sun visors.

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Michael Kors - Top American Designer Michael Kors channeled our election year vibes with American classics, from polka dots to checkered patterns.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says: </B> Yacht anyone? No, seriously, the models are wearing sun visors.

Diesel Black Gold - Diesel's second Black Gold runway show will satisfy the girl in the band, the punk rebels, poets and the militant look.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; With show after show of colorful girlieness, the Diesel Black Gold show was a refreshing change. Every girl needs a lil’ edge.

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Diesel Black Gold - Diesel's second Black Gold runway show will satisfy the girl in the band, the punk rebels, poets and the militant look.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> With show after show of colorful girlieness, the Diesel Black Gold show was a refreshing change. Every girl needs a lil’ edge.

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Zac Posen - He's one of the most celeb-beloved designers on the scene, and this year’s collection showed exactly why. The evening wear and animal prints were completely glam.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; I know that we are supposed to be all about the clothes, but I am all over the lipstick and earrings. Hot!

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Zac Posen - He's one of the most celeb-beloved designers on the scene, and this year’s collection showed exactly why. The evening wear and animal prints were completely glam.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> I know that we are supposed to be all about the clothes, but I am all over the lipstick and earrings. Hot!

Tibi - These Asian-inspired styles aren’t your typical kimono look and feel. They’re more artistic and edgy, with a lot of vintage sass.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; It’s definitely fresh. Not to keen on the hammer pants, but Tibi will now and forever be on my list of designers to watch.

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Tibi - These Asian-inspired styles aren’t your typical kimono look and feel. They’re more artistic and edgy, with a lot of vintage sass.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> It’s definitely fresh. Not to keen on the hammer pants, but Tibi will now and forever be on my list of designers to watch.

Betsey Johnson - Betsey Johnson has always been young at heart. Her designs consistently showcase whimsy, ruffles, tulle and a playful girlishness.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; I love Betsey, but I have to be either 6 or really drunk to wear a clown fit. Her stuff seems to run either hit or miss with me. Miss.

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Betsey Johnson - Betsey Johnson has always been young at heart. Her designs consistently showcase whimsy, ruffles, tulle and a playful girlishness.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> I love Betsey, but I have to be either 6 or really drunk to wear a clown fit. Her stuff seems to run either hit or miss with me. Miss.

Tracy Reese - While the clothes were dreamy, romantic, wearable and welcomed, it was the coats of the collection that really stood out.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Tracy Reese is a favorite in the fashion world and each season she delivers. Lovely, I must say.

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Tracy Reese - While the clothes were dreamy, romantic, wearable and welcomed, it was the coats of the collection that really stood out.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Tracy Reese is a favorite in the fashion world and each season she delivers. Lovely, I must say.

Ana Sui - She's still known for mixing flirty and quirky and her love of flea markets is reflected in her upbeat, funky designs. For Spring 2009, Sui drew inspiration from &quot;ethnic&quot; clothing.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Beautiful stuff. And the models are actually smiling! Yes ladies, clothes are supposed to be fun.

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Ana Sui - She's still known for mixing flirty and quirky and her love of flea markets is reflected in her upbeat, funky designs. For Spring 2009, Sui drew inspiration from "ethnic" clothing.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Beautiful stuff. And the models are actually smiling! Yes ladies, clothes are supposed to be fun.

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Akiko Ogawa - Her line is known for its elegance with a twist, adding masculine details to feminine fits.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; The clothes are fun, but the hair is Edward Scissorhands! I hope that's a bang clip-on, for their sake.

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Akiko Ogawa - Her line is known for its elegance with a twist, adding masculine details to feminine fits.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> The clothes are fun, but the hair is Edward Scissorhands! I hope that's a bang clip-on, for their sake.

DKNY - Donna Karan celebrated the 20th anniversary of her DKNY label with a fresh, versatile, urban collection.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Blue is going to be huge this spring, and I’d wear every outfit in a millisecond. My homeboy likes, too.

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DKNY - Donna Karan celebrated the 20th anniversary of her DKNY label with a fresh, versatile, urban collection.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Blue is going to be huge this spring, and I’d wear every outfit in a millisecond. My homeboy likes, too.

Carolina Herrera - The collection focused on dresses with lots of ruffle, and black and white played starring roles with a little bit of red tossed in the mix.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Nothing youthful and funky, but if I was older, a movie star and headed for the red carpet, these are the kind of clothes I’d wear.

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Carolina Herrera - The collection focused on dresses with lots of ruffle, and black and white played starring roles with a little bit of red tossed in the mix.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Nothing youthful and funky, but if I was older, a movie star and headed for the red carpet, these are the kind of clothes I’d wear.

Diane Von Furstenberg - The line went far left of her norm refined, career-wear pieces to eclectic, bohemian treats. Yes, hippie days are here again.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; DVF can do no wrong in my eyes. I will follow her into the trenches of ponchos if she says so.

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Diane Von Furstenberg - The line went far left of her norm refined, career-wear pieces to eclectic, bohemian treats. Yes, hippie days are here again.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> DVF can do no wrong in my eyes. I will follow her into the trenches of ponchos if she says so.

B. Michael - Mystery, intrigue and romance were the tone of the collection. The delightfully designed dresses oozed sexy, sensuous fifty inspired fashions.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Very elegant and stylish and matronly. My mom would totally dig it.

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B. Michael - Mystery, intrigue and romance were the tone of the collection. The delightfully designed dresses oozed sexy, sensuous fifty inspired fashions.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Very elegant and stylish and matronly. My mom would totally dig it.

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Erin Fetherston - For Spring 2009, Fetherston showed feminine garments in pale, pastel colors and sheer fabrics.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; If I want to look like a cupcake, I’ll hit her up. I’m a sucker for girlie, but girlie and flounce upon flounce is not badass enough for me.

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Erin Fetherston - For Spring 2009, Fetherston showed feminine garments in pale, pastel colors and sheer fabrics.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> If I want to look like a cupcake, I’ll hit her up. I’m a sucker for girlie, but girlie and flounce upon flounce is not badass enough for me.

Rock & Republic - It doesn’t really matter if it’s springtime, this collection is literally black and white. It’s all about in your face sexiness, attitude and rock ‘n’ roll.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; I love super skinny pants, body-hugging jackets and cut-to-there minis. Heaven.

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Rock & Republic - It doesn’t really matter if it’s springtime, this collection is literally black and white. It’s all about in your face sexiness, attitude and rock ‘n’ roll.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> I love super skinny pants, body-hugging jackets and cut-to-there minis. Heaven.

Peter Som - Women who aren't afraid to experiment with bold colors and prints will fall in love. The show featured intense blues, some glittery metallics, and a few pieces inspired by men's shirts.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Ahh, I'm yearning for spring.The overall look was, in a word, Pretty.

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Peter Som - Women who aren't afraid to experiment with bold colors and prints will fall in love. The show featured intense blues, some glittery metallics, and a few pieces inspired by men's shirts.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Ahh, I'm yearning for spring.The overall look was, in a word, Pretty.

BCBG - BCBG is one collection that will actually be coming to a Mall Near You. So, not the most anticipated show, but as usual the designer offers functional pieces for a woman’s wardrobe.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; BCBG was the first designer thing I ever owned. Yawn. I’m worked up for the big stuff!

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BCBG - BCBG is one collection that will actually be coming to a Mall Near You. So, not the most anticipated show, but as usual the designer offers functional pieces for a woman’s wardrobe.<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> BCBG was the first designer thing I ever owned. Yawn. I’m worked up for the big stuff!

Herve Leger - How many different ways can you wrap a bandage and look amazing? Max Azria managed to keep us from getting bored. Look for more dresses and yum, swimwear!&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;&lt;B&gt;Kadi Says:&lt;/B&gt; Love it! Yup, these babies aren't going anywhere. Save up.

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Herve Leger - How many different ways can you wrap a bandage and look amazing? Max Azria managed to keep us from getting bored. Look for more dresses and yum, swimwear!<BR><BR><B>Kadi Says:</B> Love it! Yup, these babies aren't going anywhere. Save up.