February 4, 2007—Nicole Miller ventured south of the border this season, with bold, Peruvian-inspired pieces recalling an exotic South American safari getaway. For fall, Miller reinvented her signature use of prints with earthy, ethnic patterns inspired by Peru. Dresses, coats and ponchos popped off the runway in earthy color combinations of ivory, brown, and Sahara-yellow. Even Miller’s signature evening dresses adopted the spicy patterns. Another Peruvian-inspired twist to the collection included Alpaca wool ponchos, wraps, and even ski caps (which remained questionable); but overall added to the look’s indigenous flair.

The second part of the show offered a more modern take on Miller’s typically ladylike style. Inspired by menswear, Miller combined structured white banker shirts with sleeveless dresses; or tailored blazers over ankle-length skirts, all topped off by flat-brimmed bowler hats. The resulting effect was a sexy, sophisticated take on masculine/feminine.

Considering this is Miller’s 25th year in business, it’s only appropriate she send down a knockout silver jacquard strapless dress.

Color Palette: aubergine, deep-blue, olive, and browns; ethnic-inspired tans and oranges; blacks and grays; touches of metallic gold and silver

Fabrics: textured wools and tweeds; crepes and silks; leathers and furs

Standout Looks: grey wool bubble-sleeve peacoat; silk Peruvian-print scarf dress; wool lurex vest

For The Bagista Who: is not a slave to fashion and will wear her Marc Jacobs Stella shoulder bag for as long as she feels fabulous with it

Niki Khindri, Beauty Editor

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