“Wrapped in Beauty” Editorial: Maggy Barry’s Spring 2010 Designs Shot live by Ash Gupta Studio 838.

Valentino “Last Emperor” Tribute at Downtown LA Fashion Week Spring 2010 Collection. Photographed by Arun Nevader

The garments were ill-fitted with only a few exceptions: the gold metallic camisole, gold metallic capris, the crème coat dress with the wide lapels, and a few other pieces that fit the models well, but were not all necessarily figure-flattering. What was glaringly obvious? Very few pieces actually flattered the wearer. And I certainly could have done without the 80s riding pants/calf-hugging culottes.

With the hype of the film Amelia, I thought just maybe that was where the designers of Skingraft garnered their inspiration. Well, I was half right. Amelia Earhart and Joan of Arc were the inspirations for Skingraft’s Spring 2010 collection. It was a bizarre combination of leather, spikes, fitted bomber jackets, all topped off with what appeared to be aviator caps from the late 20s. Oddly, it all worked.

Oscar de la Renta presented a very lavish show with rich details, vivid color schemes, updated wide sleeves, draped necklines, cropped pants, and heavy fabrics.

Arise: African Fashion Collective was filled with an array of flowing fabrics, iridescent colors and deep corals reminiscent of traditional dress from the region, and a tribute to soft elegance and feminity.

Vivienne Tam’s 70s-inspired collection features both figurative and abstract butterflies in print, with an array of suede and chiffon thrown in for contrast. Color palettes consist of purples, acid tones, and warm, muted colors for spring. See the collection.

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I kept on my skinny pant from the last outfit and paired it back with another fall trend—the cozy sweater. And for a splash of color, added that tall, fall boot.

Kevan Hall Spring 2010 Collection Photographed by Arun Nevader