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New York as a fashion capital.

I can't say i know enough about it. I know what i see on magazines and websites, and what i have occasionally heard.

What intrigues me about New York comes from the image designers showcase on the catwalk. The New York Fashion Woman is powerful, but does not need power dressing to show it.

I have been following the work of designers such as Yigal Azrouel and Alexander Wang for a few seasons now, and I am utterly fascinated by the woman they present: not obsessed with her body, but a natural beauty. Their clothes seem suitable for work, free time, evening. These American women are elegant, but I admire the fact that they can still be fresh and authentic in their outfits and overall appearance. I like N.Y. fashion week's simple combinations of colors and fabrics which still manage to be fresh and inspirational.

I must say that I prefer this simple showcase to the messy flamboyancy of London and even to the polished elegance of Milan (with Prada as an exception, I have a thing for Miuccia's fashion philosophy!).

I have been to New York before, and I have loved the easy navigability of Manhattan, laid back attitude of Brooklyn and chaos of Queens, but this time I am thrilled to explore its fashion and style, visit its boutiques, stare at beautifully outfitted locals (if The Sartorialist is one to trust) and learn about this mysterious (to me) fashion industry.