ZAC POSEN 2009 FALL LINE

At 11 am, Kentucky derby hats, floral print dresses, and cocktails may be too early of a start for most regular nine-to-fivers, but rules do not apply to the high society guests of this invitation only event. The Houston Grand Opera and SAKS 5th Avenue hosted the preview of  Zac Posen’s 2009 Fall collection to a select group of shoppers and fashion mavens at Houston’s Hotel ZaZa on April 22nd.  Zac Posen was also in attendance, dressed in a silk cotton lilac suite accessorized with his signature romantic take on the bow tie. Charming the fringe blouses off the rich housewives of oil tycoons and financial gurus, Posen said all the right things to all the right people. The ladies were excited and ready to make special orders before the show even started.  For a native New Yorker, Zac was pleasant and candid while talking briefly to his supporters and fans. Before unveiling his collection, a housewife with scissors and paper in hand performed an impromptu cut-out of the silhouette of Posen in a matter of seconds. Impressed but not at all stunned, Posen politely placed his gift on his lapel as a thank you and walked into the ball room to start the show.

As the champagne flowed, the attendees were dazzled by the statuesque beauties.  Unsurprisingly, the diverse model line-up served well for Zac’s collection. The light weight cotton and silk fabrics of Chartreuse, plum, and gold were vibrant for the fall.  Houston’s weather is not befitting of dark and heavy fabrics, so the show was a definite inspiration for what is to come in fall trends for warmer climates.

I questioned Zac for advice on how to stay focused and motivated during such a trying time with the economy. He hesitated to respond,  almost walking away due to my lack of interest in making a purchase. The press was not a focal point, he’s been a well known celebrity in the fashion world since Sean Combs invested in his line back in 2004. The last he wanted to hear was a reminder of the current economy and it’s effect on the high end retail industry. I stood firm and took out the scary “economy” word…”Zac, can you give us young, aspiring entrepreneurs advice on how to stay motivated when diversity rears its head?” he responds…”Good luck and congratulations with your new venture….and keep pushing forward.” Not really the response I wanted….but hell, I’ll take it, It’s Zac Posen!

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