This makes me think that the New York fashion industry is very highly consumer driven. 'Design collections that will sell' seems to be the way of thinking. Although Ralph Lauren's A/W 08 collection appears to be a little more ethnic inspired than usual, adopting Mauri-esque detail, and opting for bright orange and purple on heavy wool coats - it's still exceptionally wearable. Vera Wang shows more experimentation with her collection yet apparently an insider said, "That was couture... you should be showing in Paris." Which demonstrates how New York is being perceived in comparison to Paris.
I think it is a known fact that New York's tone of wearability is vital to everyday dress, and we couldn't survive without it, yet it doesn't, on the whole scream experimentation. In recent years it has become the done thing in London to be a little more out there with your choice in apparel, however New York seems to be safer. Opting for subtle lines the tone appears classic, demure and easy to get along with. I don't feel however that this really echoes what goes on sub culturally. I feel there is a creative explosion just waiting to pop out.
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