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New York Fashion Week Spring 2010

New York Fashion Week, Bryant Park
Photos by Steve Martinez

Isaac debuted his Spring 2010 collection during New York Fashion Week in the Tent at Bryant Park. Titled “Astaire Case or Obstacle Course,” Isaac found inspiration in the 1950’s films of Fred Astaire. Style.com wrote, “It was the eveningwear, with hints of postwar Charles James, though, that stole the show.” 

This one definitely has a story to tell.


What’s up, New York? You know, it has been my 5th seasonal New York Fashion Week shows at the Bryant Park. Some of the designers’ collections, whether new or returning, that I have seen didn't even need to be inside the tents, but elsewhere. Sometimes, my partner, Jubil and I would have these discussions about who would wear what collections in the streets; whether some of the designers were simply putting on a show, for the sake of arts. It is always fascinating to see what new collections or creations the designers will show each season.

For the recent Spring 2010 collection by Isaac Mizrahi, was by far one of the best fashion show presentations I have seen. I love the set up. I love how the lighting was used as props. Simple, yet elegant and denotes a touch of class, especially exhibiting feelings of nostalgia.

It was also totally phenomenal, creative and brilliant of having each model make an entrance to the runway and exit upstage theatre-like. I don't think anyone has done anything like this before! It is always the "too safe" boring runway presentations. Very few reputable, well-known designers could afford to surpass their vision of how their fashion presentations should be. You can tell Isaac took risk to put it all together perfectly! It didn't feel like you were inside the Tent at the Bryant Park, except it gives you the ambience that you were inside a studio watching a filming of a fashion presentation of the early 30's 0 40's.

Loved the idea how the guy with the large umbrella greets some of the models and sprinkled water come raining over the umbrella. Very Fred Astaire style and classic, yes indeed. It was a standing ovation for Isaac. The applauds were long! I remember my hands were hurting from clapping. The press loved it. The fashion enthusiasts loved it. My partner, Jubil and I were so glad we were able to witness this wonderful presentation. This is what fashion shows are all about. Thanks to Isaac’s PR people for giving us this opportunity.

I was glad my photographer, Steve Martinez, got there early to secure his media riser spot! Several accredited photographers were unfortunately turned away.

Isaac Mizrahi is an American fashion designer and the creative director of Liz Claiborne. He is best known for his eponymous fashion lines. He sure did live up to his name! Congratulations, Isaac! I look forward to seeing your Spring 2010 Collection at the Bryant Park! I invite you to enjoy viewing the images of Isaac Mizrahi's Spring 2010 collection! Also, check out his video of the show!























































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