My Favorites From The Kate Spade New York Fall 2017 Collection

For Fall 2017 designer Deborah Lloyd was inspired by the iconic African-American entertainer Josephine Baker, actress and well-known flapper Louise Brooks, and the painting " Le Coquelicot " by artist Kees Van Dongen. When I found out what her inspiration was for this season the first thing I thought was that obviously, she was going to make some references from the 1920's -1930's since her icons were at their height of fame during this time. 

Josephine Baker

What I didn't expect to see was how much of the collection had Russian and Eastern European influences but when I gave it some thought it did kind of make sense because during those decades a lot of art and fashion was influenced by that regions opulence. 

Louise Brooks

With so many different influences a collection can seem as if it is doing too much, but I was pleasantly surprised with the final outcome. She referenced the past without it being too overt. I especially liked the capes and longer silhouettes that were presented. 

" Le Coquelicot " by artist Kees Van Dongen

I had been on the fence about the brand since the original designer who the brand is named after relinquished the reigns and handed them over to Lloyd. It took a few seasons for her to find her way but she has been progressing nicely lately. I'm curious to see where she will take the brand in the next few years.