Fashion Ilustrations by Marcela Gutiérrez

Beauty For The Sake Of Beauty. Inspired by a photograph by Mert & Marcus

Inspired on a photograph of Stella Tenant by Tim Walker

Inspired by a Mario Testino photograph of Carmen Kass

Illustration for Prada Flagship Stores.
All illustrations by Marcela Gutierez

New York Fashion Week Fall 2012- Tracy Reese

New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012- Edun

The inspiration behind Edun's Fall 2012 collection was described as a girl who has "taken her punk rock roots on safari" on the show program. "Safari Punk" was a timely theme for a brand that has such close ties to Africa, not because of the safari element, or because of its co-founder Bono's musical background, but because of the largely overlooked punk scene in Southern Africa; the subject of a recently released documentary called Punk in Africa. In the  documentary, a musician says that what makes African punk different is that it's not just an imitation of punk from other parts of the world, but that there are distinctly African elements in African punk music. In this same way, Edun stayed true to its tough edgy aesthetic while re-interpreting the idea of an "African" print. Wauchob's talent for textile design was visible in beautiful graphic dresses, as well as knitwear, both done in interesting designs with bold rich colors. Edun is still a relatively young brand, but this collection is evidence that its creative team is coming in to its own and making Edun about more than just "clothes made in Africa".

All images: Joe Kohen/Getty Images North America

New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012- SUNO

New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012- Yigal Azrouel

New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2012- Kaelen

Kaelen Farcombe launched her brand, Kaelen, in 2010 after building an impressive resume that includes a degree from Parsons and internships at Jenni Kayne and Stella McCartney. The Toronto native is quickly making a name for herself and was recently named one of the top 10 designers to watch by Women's Wear Daily. Her aesthetic can best be described as a sort of deconstructed femininity; the understated beauty of her collections lies in her flattering cuts and use of unusual color palettes. Her fall 2010 collection is simple and sophisticated, each look a combination of strong shapes done in delicate fabrics such as silk and lace. 

" The line is modern and clean, and focused on longevity and restraint as opposed to be trend-driven."

"I didn’t want aline that came across as formulaic, because the woman who wears the clothes is creative and distinctive with her clothing." 

All Photos: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images North America

"I hear Africa calling- as a producer of beautiful handiwork  and ultimately as a consumer."


- Suzy Menkes, Fashion Editor, International Herald Tribune