Hello-Hello, welcome to another wacky week here at the Prepatorium, when all manner of things seem to be happening at the same time.
We begin with word that Lilly Pulitzer is going to experiment with a new type of store altogether, one that the company is going to try out in Raleigh, NC. Here is more from the News Observer’s story:
“The store will be a Lilly Pulitzer Lifestyle Store, the first Lilly Pulitzer store in the country to sell home and fashion items under one roof. It will be similar to stores from companies such as Anthropologie that put different kinds of merchandise in one outlet.”
Below, pieces from the soon-to-debut Lilly Pulitzer Furniture line via Dovecote Decor.
Photo via Dovecote Decor
According to the story putting apparel & accessories right alongside the new home furnishings collection from HFI is a test; we presume that if it is successful the practice will be replicated in other locations.
Via Dovecote Decor
On the surface it makes a great deal of sense, allowing the company to display even a few items from what is an *enormous* furniture collection of 200+ pieces alongside its iconic clothing and accessories. We may have to impose upon our friends in the area to do a little investigating once this is up and running, hello, Adventures of a Southern Newlywed?
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We move now to Fashion Week, with a look at Jason Wu’s wonderful RTW styles for this fall.
GoRunway.com via Style.com
While the notion of dealing with anything for fall is anathema, the tailoring in this collection is simply stunning. Below, just a few of the designer’s gorgeous party frocks.
GoRunway.com via Style.com
The word exquisite comes to mind.
GoRunway.com via Style.com
Here is a closer look at the incredible fabric used on one of the gowns.
Via
Bliss.
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In Friday’s post we promised a look at the Fall/Winter styles from Nautica, a Princess fave.
Via Fashionising.com
As with all collections, the company invokes its nautical roots. Designer Chris Cox said his inspiration for the collection was Sleeping Bear Dunes on Lake Michigan.
Via Fashionising.com
From WWD’s review:
“Never forsaking the brand’s DNA, he transformed an archival peacoat into a form-fitting, elongated version, trimmed the suits to give them a fresh and modern feel and added several wool toggle coats for those crisp evenings at the boathouse.”
Via The Fashionisto.com
The presentation was staged to look like a waterside setting, pulled off rather successfully IOHO.
Via Fashionising.com
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Because it’s not enough to have all of the nonsense mentioned above going on, it’s also time for this.
Westminster Kennel Club
You know we simply have to share a few reminders that Westminster is underway.
- Seth Wenig/AP
The spots underneath those stripes belong to Mia, a Dalmation entered in this year’s show. Below, Nicole the Basset Hound.
Tina Fineberg/AP
(Tilly is curious, wondering how Nicole can sit that way?)
Of course, the Westminster show means it was also time for the Pre-Westminster Fashion Show.
PHOTO: Natasha Ryan via Metromix
There is always an amazing array of styles, from both a canine and costume perspective.
PHOTO: Natasha Ryna via Metromix
It can be difficult to see where the pooch ends and the owner begins.
PHOTO: Natasha Ryan via Metromix
It seems not everyone was happy to see this on their social calendar.
PHOTO: Natasha Ryan via Metromix
Tilly is worried her vision of sartorial splendor isn’t quite up to snuff.
Tilly Models Her Favorite Sweatshirt
You can guess what category she’ll be watching.
Westminster Kennel Club
Television coverage begins this evening at 8pm on USA, switching to CNBC from 9-11pm; that schedule is repeated tomorrow night.
We hope to be back tomorrow with more, but it may be Wednesday before we can dig out from the mess that is the desk. Sigh. So we leave you with a Fashion Week photo selected with a few friends in mind (Preppy 101? Miss Julie?):
Mike Coppola/Getty
Yes, Mad Men’s Jon Hamm has been out and about at Fashion Week, in this case he was looking at fall styles by Rag & Bone.
The Preppy Princess 
Interesting, a home store- I like it. Just want to thank you for always keeping the Lilly lovers informed! : )
I want that charcoal grey Jason Wu skirt on the right. I absolutely adore the gold sequined dress, too.
One of my students is competing at Westminster this week in the junior category! HOW COOL IS THAT?
Oh goodness! A whole Lilly home store? Fabulous. It just so happens I have family in Raleigh. They may be getting a visit from this girl as soon as that store opens! That is exciting!!
Not sure which I like better – fashion week or the fashion at the Westminster Kennel Show?! So sorry I couldn’t attend Jason Wu – a truly amazing collection. I’ll be continuing my attendance on Wednesday starting with Michael Kors.
Jason Wu, Jason Wu, Jason Wu!
The red Jason Wu gown is jaw dropping!
I believe the store is opening in May and I can’t wait. I do live in Raleigh and not far from the area where it is opening. Sounds like a lot of fun!
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