"What say we settle this on the runway... Han-Solo?"

With less than a month until the collections of Fall 2011 hit the catwalks of NYC, I've been spending some time with some of my favorite designers checking out their "Pre-Fall" collections. And when I say "spending some time" I actually mean stalking the fashion blogs and scrolling through hundreds of pictures of what's been shown over the past few weeks.

J. Mendel
Gilles Mendel is quickly becoming my favorite designer. I was pretty much obsessed with everything about his spring/summer collection and now I'm completely obsessed with everything for pre-fall. The delicateness of the draping of his gowns is incredible and the toughness of his outerwear creates such a great dichotomy of femininity and masculinity. Plus, this orange gown is probably the most stunning thing I've ever seen!

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Monique Lhuillier

Always a favorite, Monique Lhuillier does it again for pre-fall. As per usual, she has created some of the dreamiest gowns that show up on the catwalks, and the jewel tones she's chosen look amazing on pretty much everyone. I am pretty sure I need this purple ombre gown.

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Reem Acra

Another new favorite, Reem Acra has blown me away with some of the most intricate, blinged out gowns and cocktails dresses over the past few seasons. Every fashionista wants to sparkle on the red carpet (you know, because I'm on the red carpet so frequently) and these dresses are the perfect way to make an impact. I wouldn't be at all surprised of some of these show up at the Globes on Sunday. But seriously. How insane is the bead work on this gown!? I wonder how heavy it would be...

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Nina Ricci

I'm not all about the drama on the catwalk. I would absolutely LOVE to have every look Peter Cropping is showing this "season". Each look is styled perfectly to create the most chic outfits for everyday. That is, if your everyday includes dressing fabulously, which I wish mine did! I am obsessed with absolutely everything about this outfit.

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Vera Wang

Another less dramatic, but still incredible collection, Vera Wang may have won me over for pre-fall. While I'm not always the hugest fan of her ready to wear (a HUGE fan of her bridal, however), I really love the looks she's put together this season. Again, many of these are much more for every day than the gowns I'm usually blown away by, but the gowns she did show, like this one, are absolutely stunning.

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If these pre-fall collections are any indication of what's in store for fall, I cannot wait! As I've said before, fall is my favorite fashion season and I can't wait to see more dramatic gowns and comfy coats and luxurious sweaters. Give me gray skies and a reason to wear a boots and a trench any day!

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Derek Zoolander, "Zoolander"

"Florals? For spring? Ground breaking."

Another New York Fashion Week has come and gone. I definitely enjoyed seeing all the fashions and the celebs on the red carpet and front row of the shows, but I guess I'll have to wait until January for the Fall collections to see them all again. And while I do love Fall fashion (how could you not?), there is something so ethereal and breezy about the Spring lines.

This year there was a lot of metallic, neutrals and beautiful prints, creating so many different style options for every day of the week. And, as Elle Woods said in Legally Blonde, orange really does look like it's the new pink! Here's a peek at my 10 favorite shows of the past week.

J. Mendel. From the orange ballerina pump, to the impeccable pleating and ruching, Gilles Mendel created an angelic scene full of cocktail dresses and gowns that any fashionista would die for.

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Monique Lhuillier. There is one thing Ms. Lhuillier knows how to do: make clothes that are so beautiful they look as if they're out of a fairy tale. I always know my eyes are in for a treat when I look through pictures of her latest collections, whether they be bridal or ready to wear. I wish I could be transported to her fantasy world every day of the week.

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Marchesa. Along the same lines as Monique Lhuillier, Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig know exactly how to make any woman feel as though she's a princess in her most amazing dream. Viewing their shows always take my breath away, without fail. Although, I have to say...I'm not a fan of the hair they chose to use for the show.

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Erin Fetherston. Moving away from the dramatic gowns for a bit, Erin Fetherston's collection is much more wearable for the regular gal. Bold metallics, interesting prints and beautiful materials create a perfect spring wardrobe for all.

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Halston. Designer Marios Schwab must have a thing for Charlie's Angels, because this show screamed 70s chic from the stick straight, middle parted hair on the models to the beautiful draping of the dresses.

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Diane von Furstenberg. Not to be outdone by Halston, DvF also had 70s flair floating down the runway this season. While much of the collection was signature DvF, new co-designer Yvan Mispelaere was able to make what she does well that much better. All while creating beautiful, extremely wearable clothes.

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Christian Siriano. I expected drama from the Project Runway champ, and drama was what we got. Not quite as big as I was hoping for, but there were still some amazing dramatic gowns shown by the young prodigy. Though I must say, some of his more subtle looks were so simply beautiful they could become classic staple pieces in any wardrobe.

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Proenza Schouler. Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez really are the cool kids on the fashion block. The majority of the looks from the collection looked to me like what the young fashionistas would be donning as they enter the polished world of womanhood.

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Reem Acra. What really stood out to me about Reem Acra's collection was the combination of elegant formal wear with the casualness of leather. The styling of this show made each piece look completely wearable, whether you're attending a ball, a black-tie wedding or you just want a little bit extra pizazz for a night out on the town.

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Milly. Let's finish it up with a fun, casual, playful line of pieces that can easily be incorporated into any wardrobe. Michelle Smith must have taken note from Halston and DvF, adding a little 70s flair with turbans. Just looking at the bold florals and stripes are getting me ready for the season. And, I'm trying to start the whole mixing prints look, so this is a great inspiration for me.

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I guess that's all folks. I may not be able to afford any of these beautiful pieces, but I have a few months to find ways to fake them in my wardrobe. I hope I can do it!

UPDATE!!! One more for y'all!

Oscar de la Renta. I didn't see these until this morning, but I felt I would be shunned by the fashion gods if I didn't include this amazing collection in my NYFW review. Mr. de la Renta knows how to make a woman look beautiful, with stunningly tailored suits and coats, breezy cocktail dresses and breath-taking gowns. Plus, a color palate to die for.

Click HERE to see every look from the line.

OK, that's really it, now.

Until next time... xo

Title quote: Miranda Priestly, "The Devil Wears Prada"