Another NYFW has come and gone, leaving a trail of broken heels and Starbucks to-go cups in its wake. We asked Shopbop Fashion Director Kate Ciepluch to share her insights on the week that was.

1. There’s been a lot of talk about fashion having a major reassessment moment. Did you notice anything different about NYFW this year? What was the overall vibe like?
The vibe was very friendly! I think people made a conscious effort to take any severe attitude out of the week by smiling, being helpful, introducing themselves, etc.

2. Was there a show or runway look you loved that isn’t your usual style?
Milly! I'm not usually a girly-girl when it comes to my style but I loved this show. It was punky prep, and she debuted a jewelry collection that consisted of huge chunky gold and silver statement necklaces.

3. Accessory you wanted to grab off the model and start wearing immediately:
Alexander Wang shoes—incredible! The leopard wedges, the knee-high sandals!

Leopard booties at Alexander Wang and a key look from the Rag & Bone runway.

4. Person you found yourself star-struck by:
Star-struck might not be the right word, but I was thrilled to finally meet Jessica Stam (who was so sweet and loves Shopbop), and I loved seeing Poppy Delevigne's looks throughout the week.

5. 4 pieces/trends you kept seeing on show attendees:
Stripes (literally everywhere). Platform sandals with cropped pants—such a chic look! Button-downs: chambray, white, worn edgy, worn classic. Strong shoulders on dresses and jackets. Also saw print leggings.

6. Favorite runway styling take-away tip:
Socks with booties. Loved this at Rag & Bone, Erin Wasson X RVCA, and Wang.

7. Show with the best scene:
Elise Overland. Had a moment outside when we were standing with some of the chicest girls in the industry. The space was awesome; it was a perfect Sunday night. Wasson also had an exciting scene: beer drinking in the tents, a live band, a leather (I think) flag waving high in the air, tons of dudes, Alexa Chung in front row.

8. Show you can’t stop clicking through on Style.com:
Rag & Bone. Loved the styling so much, there were so many killer pieces. The mahogany leathers, the marbled suede, the army jackets, the harem sweats. The shoes and sunglasses!

9. Your prediction for biggest fashion trend of spring 2010:
Polka dots!

--Maureen
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