There was a palpable energy in the air as leggy models strutted the latest creations of Betsey Johnson's Spring 2007 line at Club Avenue yesterday; hundreds of people waited in the cold rain for a glimpse of sunny, un-rainy-like fashion. 
Adorned in a mêlée of floral designs, prints and stripes, the ladies of the catwalk showcased the designer's latest threads of mini-dresses and tunics with springy pastels as anticipatory items for the upcoming fashion cycle. This showcase marked the second day of the District's perpetually popular D.C. Fashion Week, which runs from March to March 5.
With approximately 200 screaming patrons -- mostly hipsters, fashion enthusiasts and socialite-wannabes -- rocking it out to the self-described "alternative post-punk" band The Opposite Sex, the women of the night donned apparel that could only be described in two words: funky and fun. A crowd favorite that emerged numerous times during the show, the ultra short textured ruffle dress was an item many women —- and even some men -— hoped to have in their closets this season.
In addition to her signature prints, Betsey Johnson's funky fan base should expect the baby-doll trend and the reemergence of last fall's parachute skirt to hit retail locations. And as with practically every previous spring collection in the past decade, fashionistas should also expect a demure color palette of nudes and soft earthy tones from this popular designer. Not surprisingly, the red lip will be a popular companion with these colors this spring, for its propensity to "pop" when paired with neutral color.
To round off her lineup, also expect from the Johnson line chunky mules and slides encrusted in rhinestones, a welcomed change from the classic pump often found during the spring ensemble.
As the fashion world's aging wild child, Johnson has remained a style staple, with a career spanning four decades. Edgy, funky and sexy, Betsey, with her Raggedy-Ann-inspired hair and eclectic personal fashion choices, herself describes her creations on her website, www.betseyjohnson.com: "Like red lipstick on the mouth, my products wake up and brighten and bring the wearer to life…drawing attention to her beauty and specialness…her moods and movements…her dreams and fantasies."Last night was no exception, as her line was flattering, fashion-forward, and as always, fun.
Loyal B.J. fans will be pleased with what spring holds
Adorned in a mêlée of floral designs, prints and stripes, the ladies of the catwalk showcased the designer's latest threads of mini-dresses and tunics with springy pastels as anticipatory items for the upcoming fashion cycle. This showcase marked the second day of the District's perpetually popular D.C. Fashion Week, which runs from March to March 5.
With approximately 200 screaming patrons -- mostly hipsters, fashion enthusiasts and socialite-wannabes -- rocking it out to the self-described "alternative post-punk" band The Opposite Sex, the women of the night donned apparel that could only be described in two words: funky and fun. A crowd favorite that emerged numerous times during the show, the ultra short textured ruffle dress was an item many women —- and even some men -— hoped to have in their closets this season.
In addition to her signature prints, Betsey Johnson's funky fan base should expect the baby-doll trend and the reemergence of last fall's parachute skirt to hit retail locations. And as with practically every previous spring collection in the past decade, fashionistas should also expect a demure color palette of nudes and soft earthy tones from this popular designer. Not surprisingly, the red lip will be a popular companion with these colors this spring, for its propensity to "pop" when paired with neutral color.
To round off her lineup, also expect from the Johnson line chunky mules and slides encrusted in rhinestones, a welcomed change from the classic pump often found during the spring ensemble.
As the fashion world's aging wild child, Johnson has remained a style staple, with a career spanning four decades. Edgy, funky and sexy, Betsey, with her Raggedy-Ann-inspired hair and eclectic personal fashion choices, herself describes her creations on her website, www.betseyjohnson.com: "Like red lipstick on the mouth, my products wake up and brighten and bring the wearer to life…drawing attention to her beauty and specialness…her moods and movements…her dreams and fantasies."Last night was no exception, as her line was flattering, fashion-forward, and as always, fun.
Loyal B.J. fans will be pleased with what spring holds
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