Wanderlust on the Runways of Fashion Week

Designers clearly had travel on their minds creating this year's fashion week collections all over the world. From Karl Lagerfeld's first class show of Chanel Airlines to Dolce & Gabbana's destination decked pieces, the spirit of travel was oozing off the runways.

Travel has always been a major influence in fashion. Whether it be a recent vacation or a longing for their homeland, designers are inspired by the very same things that capture our own hearts when we travel. Gorgeous landscapes, vibrant colors, unique architecture and mostly the people of distant lands captivate us and designers alike.

I am personally OBSESSED with the air travel Chanel inspired collection for Spring 2016. Pastels mixed with neutral shades and the ever iconic Chanel tweed textures. My personal favorites from the collection were the accessories. Statement bags in bold shapes and prints. I want, I need, I must have something from this line. Oh, please let's bring back the days of glamorous travel!

CHANEL SP16 - PFW (Photos from WWD)

“Karl’s quite the fantasist — he can dream up a world in which air travel is glamorous.”

— WWD

Dolce & Gabbana - Milan Fashion Week (Photo by Stefano Rellandini/Reuters)

I adore how they are able to translate this feeling and share the beauty of travelling the world. Being mindful of the fine line between inspiration and cultural appropriation, collections like this spark the same wonder in its audience that the designer felt during their travels. Hopefully leaving them wanting to learn more about the origins of its inspiration.

“Their inspiration boards were pasted with printouts of vintage posters advertising the attractions of Capri, Venice, Rome, and Florence; movie stills of Italian stars; and pictures of all kinds of handmade, homemade souvenir embroideries. This summer, the designers have moved on from exploring Sicilian history to seeing Italy’s glories through the eyes of the foreign tourists who began to flood into the country after World War II. “This is where the first boutiques came from,” explained Gabbana. “We think it was the beginning of Italian fashion. And it was because foreigners saw it and liked it! “”

— Vogue.com

The runways at fashion week were screaming travel inspiration.

Anna Sui's Spring line was inspired by a 50's vintage take on her visions of a Tahiti/French Polynesia, while Ralph Lauren's collection shows the glamour of the French Riviera.

Naeem Kahn's collection was inspired by Frida Khalo's Mexico and Mediterranean florals, while Reem Acra drew from her Lebanese roots and highlighted the beauty of Middle Eastern details.

After a devastating earthquake earlier this year, in addition to raising awareness and donations for his homeland of Nepal, Prabal Gurung used Nepal as his muse for his RTW collection.

Naeem Kahn SP16 NYFW- Inspired by Mexico and the Mediterranean (Photos from WWD)

Ralph Lauren SP16 - NYFW - Inspired by the French Riviera (Photos from WWD)

Anna Sui SP16- NYFW -Inspired by Tahiti & French Polynesia (Photos from WWD)

Reem Acra SP16 - NYFW - Inspired by Lebanon & the Middle East (Photos from WWD)

Prabal Gurung SP16 - Inspired by Nepal (Photos from Vogue.com)

Whether it be a particular destination or the glamour of The Art of Travel itself, the collections this year couldn't have better summed up my love for where fashion and travel intersect.

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Golden Globe Favorites 2015

Here are my top 3 favorites from this year's Golden Globe Awards. I mean really the single look I'm obsessed with is Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad. One of the most talked about looks yet, JLO is always on the top of my fave list. I love that she is never afraid to go after that wow factor. She embodies the idea of a movie star/ rockstar. Okay, yes fine I've had a girl crush on her since Selena but who wouldn't! She's gorgeous and always keeps the red carpet interesting.

Overall the color palette varied quite a bit. Everything from neutrals, to pastels, metallics to clean black on black. There was a a lit of sparkle detail and also several opted for the nude and blush tones. The mermaid train is one of my all time favorites so happy to see tons of it this year.

Jennifer Lopez, in Zuhair Murad Haute Couture

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CHANEL CRUISE 2014/2015 DEBUTS IN DUBAI

CHANEL CRUISE 2014/2015 DEBUTS IN DUBAI

Yesterday Karl Lagerfeld debuted the Chanel Cruise collection for 2014/15 in an ultra chic and exclusive fashion show held on a private island, named THE ISLAND, in Dubai. The setting alone speaks volumes for this fashion powerhouse’s ever evolving vision. It’s not just relevant but a force to be reckoned as it continues to command design driven fashion amongst today’s many market driven assortments.

With private boats that escorted the A-list guests to The Island, custom Chanel tents, cushioned floor seating and Arabic fare that set the mood of the evening, it was sure to be nothing short of magical. It was simply beautiful how the Lagerfeld not only chose Dubai as his venue, but incorporated the very culture and heart of the Emirate into his collection and presentation. This collaboration between the culture and fashion is the very ideal that gets me excited about fashion.

AH this even is everything I dream of. High Fashion. An Exotic Destination. Exclusivity and Luxury. Oh a girl can only dream to one day be invited to such an event.

It will happen. One day.

The collection was moving, with vibrant prints, lush textures and flowing lines. The Arabic culture clearly played a huge inspirational role as illustrated by the harem bottoms, intricate mosaic-like patterns and the heavy, ornate jewelry.

The undeniable signature piece was the gold quilted Jerrycan handbag. Structured. Editorial. Boundary blind.

Lagerfeld continues to leave us awestruck.

With my first trip to the Emirates planned for this coming November, this show has only fueled my excitement to discover the rich heritage and fashion Dubai has to offer.

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The runways at fashion week were screaming travel inspiration.

Whether it be a particular destination or the glamour of The Art of Travel itself, the collections this year couldn't have better summed up my love for where fashion and travel intersect.