Emerald City

Introducing Pantone's new Color of the Year: Emerald. A shift from that luxe bottle green seen in the fall collections, this hue is a bit more radiant and will work well into spring. Take a cue from the Akris Spring 2013 collection and try a monochromatic look, pairing green with green and mixing textures.

And for some visual inspiration:

images: pantone swatch, Gucci Spring 2013, green fabric, Akris Spring 2013, interior decor, door handle, W mag Oct 2004

Saint Laurent Spring 2013

I loved this collection—big hats, big bows, and sequined jackets to name the least.

Fendi Spring 2013

I'm not so secretly obsessed with all things sparkly, so it's no surprise that I instantly fell in love with the sequined pieces in Fendi's spring collection. Loved the silhouette of this look especially.

Monique Lhuillier Spring 2013

Digital prints of feathers and wings on feminine, structural silhouettes were abound at Monique Lhuillier's spring collection. Here's my take on one of the of the pretty graphic dresses.

   

Jason Wu Spring 2013

One of my favorites from NYFW so far, Jason Wu's final look, a tough-meets-ethereal ballgown. Sparkly, twinkling midnight blue tulle with a leather bondage bodice.