The backdrop to Rodarte’s New York Fashion Show was Chelsea’s most prestigious art gallery.  Kanye West took station at the front row, whilst Anna Dello Russo worked on her all-new and much anticipated reality television show outside the galleries doors, whilst Tavi watched accompanied by her father.  Rodarte’s show was certainly the place to be when it came to New York Fashion Week and was one show that almost every fashionista wanted to be a part of!  Rodarte was certainly a must-have hot ticket this New York fashion week.

There were of course other big acts and the Mullberry sisters as always put on a pretty impressive show, with the usual expectations met and a conceptual stage setting the backdrop.  There is always a guaranteed A-list crowd and a cool celebrity presence this is probably due to the much anticipated dramatic finale, which always boasts to hit the high notes.  However none of these things were as important as the clothes for the autumn and winter 2011 season, especially when concerning the Mulberry designer duo.

The designer pair paid strong attention to the clothes showcased and the pieces showcased topped last seasons for sure!

Many of the items that adorned the many models sashaying down the runway appeared to have taken a strong influence from nature and almost resembled those worn by the actresses on the Little House On The Prairie!  Garments appeared folksy, styles were created in garments turned out in fabric the colour of ripe wheat; all had definite embellishments of homespun knits and hand-done quilting embroidery.

The floor-sweeping dresses were possibly the centrepiece and were worn covered by long coats and layered over other skirts or worn under aprons, tops and pinafores.