Yes Fashion Week is upon us here in NY and I am attending a number of shows this evening. But today we are looking at one of my favorite designers for Lookbook Friday, Stacey Bendet and her eponymous fashion house Alice + Olivia. With it’s distinct A+O edgy it girl mainstay, the brand is a reflection of Bendet’s own eclectic personality and her varied passions.
For fall 2017 this mindset is embraced whole-heartedly and presented to the viewer is a luscious juxtaposition of romanticism and punk-inspired defiance. Silhouettes are long and flowing with ruffled layers, double paneled evening gowns, generous midi skirts, and wide legged trousers.
Though this romantic idealism is tempered by more street-wise influences
When skirts are short and fitted, they are paired with loosely draped capes, elongated embroidered car coats and billowing pussy bow blouses. Textures also collide in a barque-era fashion with it’s lace infused statement sleeves, exquisite patterned floral reliefs, and sumptuous fabrication.
Though this romantic idealism is tempered by more street-wise influences like the multi-colord fur bomber, the distressed dark wash uber distressed jeans and leopard print coat. Add a seventies era Halston like gown and sequined trousers and you have splendidly opulent yet contemporary collection.
To see more from this collection head to Vogue.com

Shireen L. Platt
September 8, 2017What a beautiful collection and yes, I agree that romantic is the right word used to describe it. I wish I have a bank account that allows to to purchase some of these, so stunning.
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Rowena
September 9, 2017The dresses in this collection are killer! The aesthetic of these designs is very you Allie!
Elise
September 9, 2017These are such beautiful outfits. This is an absolute love!
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Akaleistar
September 10, 2017What a gorgeous collection!
Doreen's Style Diary
September 10, 2017I’m in awe with this stunning collection. I want to own all the pieces.
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Shivangi
September 10, 2017Such a beautiful collection!! I love it. Such pretty details! Thanks for sharing! 🙂 Have a nice day!
xx
Shivangi
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carolina g.ticala
September 10, 2017a great entry, it’s a pleasure to always stop by here, happy day !!
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Elle
September 11, 2017Love this label, so fresh, original and sumptuous!
I am glad you shared it!
The metallics, the sleeve treatments, the embroidery, the velvet…
LOVE !
?❤️? Elle
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Colleen
September 24, 2017I loovvveeeeee all of these looks. I’m truly having a hard time choosing a favorite. Maybe the pink fur coat with the hearts on it?
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