Editorial: "An Ode to Autumn"

An ode to autumn, courtesy of local photographer Stephanie Hynes, stylist Alison Hoekstra, and hair stylist and makeup artist Bethany Brihn:

Lookbook: Jenny Carle F/W 2011 Collection

Instead of heading to the Envision runway this fall, local designer Jenny Carle has opted to launch her fall 2011 collection quietly on her website. Part of the reason: Carle is planning to make the move to L.A. this winter. The hazy quality of the lookbook, shot by Stephanie Hynes on the beaches of L.A., favors an overall feel instead of showing the garments clearly, so it's hard to make much of an assessment, but there's a lot to like here. The collection is a clear departure from Carle's vintage-inspired, cutesy babydoll stylings she's become known for over the past few years in the Twin Cities fashion scene - and while her signature style has made her a popular seller at local stores like Cliché, it's refreshing to see her moving in an edgier and more sophisticated, but no less commercial direction. Carle tells me some of the one-of-a-kind pieces made from reclaimed fabrics have already been sold, but the rest is available at Cliché.






Photo credits:
Photography: Stephanie Hynes
Hair & makeup: Megan McNamara
Jewelry: Tea Tree Designs

Lookbook: Jenny Carle Spring/Summer 2011

After debuting earlier this spring at Envision: Artopia, local designer Jenny Carle has featured the collection in a new lookbook, with jewelry by local line Tea Tree Designs. Back in April, I called the collection "sweet (though slightly uneven) collection of full skirts and bustier tops in florals and stripes." However, the full collection displayed in the new lookbook is stronger and more cohesive than what hit the runway back in April. I've said it before and I'll say it again: it's clear why Carle is one of Cliche's strongest sellers. Look for the designs now at Cliche.









Credits:
Clothing Designer: Jenny Carle
Jewelry Designer: Erika Backberg/Tea Tree Designs
Photography: Stephanie Hynes
Wardrobe/Stylist: Stephanie Powers
Hair/MUA: Megan McNamara
Model: Zoe Flood
Photo Assistant: Jared Powell

Jenny Carle Fall 2010 lookbook

Now that Envision: Artopia is under her belt, Local designer Jenny Carle has posted her Fall 2010 collection lookbook on her website, shot by Stephanie Hynes with Ignite model Rikki and hair/makeup by Bethany Brihn. I adore how it's styled with "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" hats in matching fabrics, as well as the washed-out feel.

Preview: Jenny Carle Fall 2010

Over the past few years, it's been a treat for me to watch local designer Jenny Carle go from a fresh design school grad to a seasoned designer. She started off with a clear aesthetic - girly, vintage-inspired, sweet - but was a bit rough around the edges in execution. Today, with impeccable, I-can't-believe-it's-handmade construction and substantial, expensive-feeling fabrics, Carle has really come into her own. We used one of her new fall pieces in a recent spread for l'etoile (images coming soon), but for now feast your eyes on these lovely images previewing her fall 2010 collection, and photographed by Stephanie Hynes.

On her fall collection, Carle says, "For fall I continue to explore feminine and playful silhouettes while featuring fabrics in wool, pointelle knits and fun prints. This collection is based on an imagined photo diary, and was inspired by travelogues, vacation photos and personal family photos. My collection is for the woman who loves to combine early 1960s silhouettes with a modern twist."

You'll be able to see Carle's full collection at Envision this coming Friday at Graves 601 Hotel, with photos on her website immediately following at jennycarle.com and for purchase at Cliche.

All photos: Stephanie Hynes Photography

Spring 2010 preview: Jenny Carle

I adore this test shoot featuring a spring 2010 look by Jenny Carle. It features one of my all-time favorite models, Joy Phillips.





I'm looking forward to more from Miss Carle during the Envision: Artopia fashion show on April 10. (Click here for more.)

Photography by Stephanie Hynes
Hair and makeup by Bethany Brihn
Dress by Jenny Carle
Modeled by Joy