To See: New York Fashion Week

Okay, okay— so it's almost over. But if you have an invitation in hand (or are a crafty one) get thee to Lincoln Center. Even sentimental me was won over by the obvious location upgrade, free manicures and Bon Appetit pop-up cafe.

However, this year I was underwhelmed by the collections themselves. You know it can't be good when Marc Jacobs only gets a "moderate" amount of praise from the press. Proenza Schouler, Alexander Wang and Rodarte were my clear favorites. Chris Benz also impressed me, if only for the fact that his clothes were so refreshingly colorful in the sea of white.

I do love the celebration though. New York provides a home to some... interesting... individuals year-round, but let's be honest, when else do you get to see this on the street?

Photos, all mine. Collection, Chris Benz.