Post #6- Betsey Johnson Runway

Betsey Johnson Fall 2012 Collection

One of my favorite designers of all time is Betsey Johnson.
With her youthful collections and whimsical designs, it is so hard to believe that this year, she will be turning 70!
As an ode to her upcoming birthday, Betsey's Fall 2012 collection, shown at New York Fashion Week, is her own take on 60's rock n' roll style.
What makes this collection so unique is that Betsey's designs were inspired by the fashions that she grew up wearing. She also drew inspiration from The Rolling Stones and Jimi Hendrix songs.


Betsey's Fall 2012 runway show was a complete Betseymania party! Betsey's collections are usually pretty racey, but because of the old school 60's theme, she kept the garments fairly reserved and mod, making the collection extremely wearable. We saw turtlenecks, printed blouses, and pea coats go down the runway, paired with hot pants, knee-high boots, red gloves, tights and round sunglasses.


Betsey really took us back to Beatlemania with her new collection. I personally loved her choice of music and colors used in the show. 
"She always keeps it fun! It doesn't feel so uptight," said model and actress Angela Simmons.

I strongly agree with Angela and love Betsey for how truly creative she is.


Here are just some of my favorite looks from the show-


    

 

Here are some other looks from the show, that particularly display a single pop of color.

And of course, the show concluded with Betsey's famous cartwheel and split right in the middle of the runway.