Nanette Lepore Spring 2014

Damn, is it spring YET?  Nanette Lepore's cheerful colors and pretty embroideries perked up the runways at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.  Bright shadow florals, bright pastels and fiery red accented the feminine silhouettes for spring 2014.

There was a whole range of coordinated accessories.  Handbags in totes, carryalls and oversized clutches were made in matching optic check or shadow floral print or a combination of all.  Shoes were chunky, comfortable, open wide sandals in bright color block or matching prints.

Like the combination of quirky patterns and silhouettes, the collection was a happy family, much like the company itself.  Nanette always takes a bow with her daughter, while brother Jimmy is a cheerleader behind the scenes.

Photos by Mariana Leung