Spring fashion 2013: Best new designer collaborations

Your month-by-month shopping guide to spring 2013’s best designer collaborations in fashion and beauty.

By Cristina Velocci Tue Feb 19 2013

  • Duro Olowu for JCP paisley jacket, $35; gingham shorts, $25; crossbody satchel, $40; and leaf-print heels, $50

  • Duro Olowu for JCP dessert plates, $8 each

  • Duro Olowu for JCP enamel cuffs, $15 each

  • Duro Olowu for JCP wave-print suitcase, $90

  • Keds x Kate Spade New York canvas sneakers, $75–$85 each

  • Earnest Sewn x Peter Som Esra jeans in Mist floral mint green, $285

  • Earnest Sewn x Peter Som A-line skirt in Mist floral mint green, $295

  • Behind the scenes of Rihanna x River Island

  • H&M for Brick Lane Bikes riding hat, $13; organic-cotton shirt, $18; recycled-polyester riding jacket, $99; and organic-cotton chinos, $35

  • DVF Loves Roxy knotted bandeau top, $54; and paneled side-tie bottom, $46

  • DVF Loves Roxy hooded dress, $68

  • DVF Loves Roxy crossover tri bikini top, $48; and binded surfer bottom, $42

  • DVF Loves Roxy bikini bags, $38 each

  • Cambridge Satchel + Chris Benz leather bags, $295 each

  • Derek Lam for DesigNation slant-pocket dress, $70, at Kohl’s

  • Marimekko and Aesop Sauna Duet (includes body scrub, body balm and cotton bag), $80

  • Banana Republic Milly Collection sketch

  • Curtis Kulig x Smashbox Cosmetics Love Me eye shadow palette in Entice Me, $34

  • Curtis Kulig x Smashbox Cosmetics Love Me enhancing lip gloss in Adore Me, $19

  • Curtis Kulig x Smashbox Cosmetics Love Me Paint Pen eyeliner, $24

  • Jonathan Adler for Bare Minerals three-piece foundation kit, $60

  • Kirna Zabête at Nine West rosette T-strap sandals, $79

  • Kirna Zabête at Nine West feather-detailed strappy heels, $99

  • Mary Katrantzou x Current/Elliott ankle skinny jeans, $358, at Saks Fifth Avenue; Fountain jacket, $428, at Bergdorf Goodman; and Keys shirt, $378, at modaoperandi.com

  • Mary Katrantzou x Current/Elliott Snap jacket, $418, at Barneys New York; Keys sleeveless shirt, $288, at Bergdorf Goodman; and Stiletto jeans, $388, at modaoperandi.com

  • Prabal Gurung for Target short-sleeve dress, $40; printed miniaudiere, $35; floral necklace, $40; crystal teardrop pendant necklace, $20; crystal teardrop necklace, $40; and wedge sandals $30

  • Photograph: Dan Olson

    Prabal Gurung for Target pumps, $40 each, at target.com

  • Prabal Gurung for Target pintuck dress, $50; lace miniaudiere, $35; floral earrings, $15; and ankle-strap heels, $40

  • Surface to Air x Aaron Young A-line printed dress, $430

  • Surface to Air x Aaron Young men’s graphic tee, $90

  • Surface to Air x Aaron Young bomber jacket, $455

  • Toms x Shabby Chic canvas slip-ons, $59; and strappy cork-platform wedges, $74

Duro Olowu for JCP paisley jacket, $35; gingham shorts, $25; crossbody satchel, $40; and leaf-print heels, $50


May

Levi’s x Liberty of London
Fans of the British department store’s retro floral prints will be clamoring for the 15 pieces of Levi’s women’s denim garb ($90–$250), adorned with two exclusive Liberty of London patterns. A hand-painted 1970s watercolor design is the main focus of the limited-edition collection, and is fabric-blocked onto Western-style shirts, cropped boyfriend jeans, bustiers and shrunken denim jackets. The second, more subtle motif is inspired by a 1940s pointillist painting and laser-printed onto skinny jeans and cutoff shorts. Both bohemian-inflected styles will ensure you’re suitably prepped for summer’s festival circuit. Levi’s, locations throughout the city; visit us.levi.com. Available May 5.

Banana Republic Milly Collection
Designer Michelle Smith makes her first foray into menswear with this 60-piece collection of Hamptons-inspired duds for guys ($25­–$65) and gals ($45–$175). Banana Republic’s tailored silhouettes get a youthful spin through Milly’s mod, graphic prints, including one that was created exclusively for the collaboration. Expect them to adorn A-line skirts and tanks, while punches of neon will pop up on shorts, polos and woven tees. There’s also a smattering of accessories ($40–$180), such as jewelry and beach totes, to help you get fully decked for your ride on the Jitney. Banana Republic, locations throughout the city; visit bananarepublic.com. Available May 30.

Kate Hudson for Ann Taylor
Although this isn’t the all-American actor’s first time working with Ann Taylor (she served as a celebrity face for five of the womenswear chain’s campaigns), it is Kate Hudson’s first stab at designing. Little is known about the capsule collection, other than it will attempt to translate her red-carpet style into everyday attire—here’s hoping an affordable version of the Alexander McQueen keyhole gown she wore to this year’s Golden Globes is in our future. Ann Taylor, locations throughout the city; visit anntaylor.com. Available May 20.

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