Kudos to Michael Kors, who presented a strong

Kudos to Michael Kors, who presented a strong, easy-to-wear collection that reconfirmed his status as a modern master of practical American sportswear.

Fashion icons Lauren Hutton, Ali MacGraw and Martha Graham were important references for Kors, their relaxed style reinterpreted in earthy jersey ballet dresses, inviting cashmere hand-knit sweaters and a sensational muslin beaded embroidered skirt. True to his love for ultra-luxurious materials, Kors also showed a divine barley suede off-the-shoulder shift, several light shearling jackets, and a mink-backed suede serape to ward off chilly April breezes. The obligatory beige trench came in double-faced cotton, washed and oversized—creating a loose, comfortable silhouette that was anchored down with low-slung leather belts.

In contrast to last season"s somewhat uptight evening looks, Kors closed his Spring show with a couple of absolutely brilliant—and perfectly simple—black stretch jersey gowns that brought to mind the best of the Halston era.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

"Palm Bitch" was the inspiration for Michael Kors"s extravagant

"Palm Bitch" was the inspiration for Michael Kors"s extravagant and luxurious cavalcade of tangerine, lemon and bright-pink looks. There were familiar Kors favorites like jersey shifts (this time in Lilly Pulitzer-like acid-colored floral patterns) and sumptuous cashmere cable pullovers in bright yellow and white. Buttery leather skirts were embroidered and paired with simple tanks, while zebra prints made unexpected appearances in everything from cotton shifts to bikinis and cabana shirts. For an evening of uncomplicated glamour, Kors offered slinky jersey columns, nude beaded gowns and seafoam-colored halters.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

After Michael Kors" bold take on country luxe

After Michael Kors" bold take on country luxe, there"s little doubt that equestrian chic will be a recurring theme next Fall. Kors may have been inspired by life on the farm, but there was nothing rough-edged or dowdy about his thoroughbred looks. Riding britches were turned into lean, mean trousers that could be tucked into tall leather boots or worn with double-buckle boyish shoes; cashmere Aran sweaters and bright marigold, kelly green and scarlet turtlenecks looked divine under sinful, double-faced blanket coats to the floor.

Kors kept his collection sharply in focus by consistently emphasizing contrasts: Dramatic capes flowed over skinny jodhpurs and mini-shifts while crisp, colorful piping gave an architectural edge to everything from quilted field skirts to practical leather jackets. The recurring play of opposites was especially successful with the evening looks: A long, beaded bronze lace skirt looked perfect with a casual turtleneck and sporty suede jacket; an ivory sweater coat unceremoniously framed a shimmering evening gown.

It takes considerable talent and experience to pull off such a collection without stumbling onto a minefield of overworked references. It"s no coincidence that this Fall marks Michael Kors" 20th anniversary of designing casual yet utterly luxurious clothes.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

As much as he loves Gotham glamour

As much as he loves Gotham glamour, even Michael Kors Outlet needs to get out of the city once in a while. For spring, he headed to California, taking inspiration from its laid-back way of life and those casual style icons (Slim Keith, Lauren Bacall) whose sex appeal was about ease, not sleaze.

Kors paid homage to the great outdoors, Left Coast–style, via cotton piqué polo shirts, snappy little dresses (accessorized with practical, flat shoes and golf gloves) and a few bathing suits, all done in classic neutrals: khaki, navy, white, ivory. For those times when even beach bunnies have to come indoors, Kors added relaxed, knee-length jersey dresses and skirts in bands of blue-sky tones; crisp cotton tuxedo shirts worn with tailored pants; and fuzzy twinsets in bold turquoise. Lovely guipure dresses and organza skirts paired with the simplest knit tops were just right for poolside parties, with a glossy leather jacket or a supple deerskin balmacaan to ward off brisk nighttime breezes. And to pack it all up for an impromptu weekend in Lake Tahoe, Kors provided generous leather totes that fit perfectly in the trunk of the Mustang.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

Where the Kors woman jet-sets

Where the Kors woman jet-sets, so follows the Kors man, and for spring that internationally chic couple settled down for an extended stay in Santorini. It may be one of Europe"s more glamorous resorts, but the wardrobe requirements are surprisingly simple: a neat blazer, a supple sweater, crisp shirts and soft tees, jeans, and, of course, loafers with no socks. This is the good life, though, so all those come in the finest materials: python, for example, or featherweight cashmere. And though he"s American through and through, the Kors male has enough panache to pull off ascots, neckerchiefs, even a pashmina—all the better to cover up those extra-skimpy python-print swimming trunks.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

I really appreciate the fact that we have all come together

"I really appreciate the fact that we have all come together," said a newly mustachioed Michael Kors Outlet before his showroom presentation. "Let"s be cheerleaders for all that New York has to offer, because this is the most amazing city in the world."

Kors" positive outlook was evident in a concise collection that brought to mind the best of Halston, with an injection of movie-star glamour (his update on the giant tie-strap tote bag is destined to become a collectible). Alongside beachy getaway clothes, more sophisticated urban looks included chinoiserie-inspired red lacquer cardigans and sweatshirts, georgette halter dresses, and brush-stroke skirts (upon close inspection, some of the abstract prints proved to be expressionist MK logos). Evening took a turn for the dramatic with slinky bandeau columns and stunning black-and-gold embroidered tulle shells and shifts.

Kors" practical yet lighthearted collection struck a chord that is likely to resonate throughout this season.Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/

For such an archetypal American designe

For such an archetypal American designer, Michael Kors Outlet draws plenty of inspiration from the great European resorts: Capri, St. Tropez, Portofino. This spring, it was Mykonos and Santorini, where one can imagine the idle jet set of both genders strolling through the local market wearing not much more than a bikini and a breezy tunic.

As the soundtrack bounced from one cheery, cheesy Top 40 hit to another (like a rental-car radio being twiddled by a restless, but well dressed, passenger), Kors sent out a clean, commercially viable collection. There were equatorially bright shades of blue, lime green, and orange, exotic animal prints like tiger and python, and high-end bits like rich glittery brocade and the occasional fur or leather topper. The island feeling came through in crisp white pieces and embroidered tunics. And there were skimpy bathing suits aplenty, for women and men alike. One male model sported a nylon number so brief, editors compared him to Times Square"s naked singing cowboy, while another model wore his with a cigar—a nod to Kors" owner, Laurence Stroll.

Balancing the simple and the luxurious is Kors" driving principle, and there were plenty of multitasking pieces: little cashmere cardigans to wear over a bikini or evening dress, for example, or silky jersey dresses that won"t wrinkle when they"re smushed into a suitcase. And the draped-chiffon goddess gowns that closed the show would look equally great on seaside terrace or red carpet. But Kors" collections, while always polished, have become as smooth as a moonlight sail—and that"s too bad. It would be nice to see Kors break out in a bold new direction. Next season, how about a trip to Atlantic City?Read more from: https://www.kalakendra.org/upcoming-events/