FREDERICK

There is not one specific entity that serves as inspiration for New York fashion designer FREDERICK ANDERSON’S fall 2022 collection titled ‘In Full Bloom.’ “When I do a collection, I have several layers. It’s never just one thing. It’s three to five different layers all the time. I always think of my woman and how she feels right now,” explains Frederick. “For this collection, it was about how we blend excitement with wearability. How do we get our women in dresses instead of sweats? Between Covid and a year off, I finally get what I really wanted to do. I understand who I wanted to be as a designer. I feel comfortable with myself.”

CROCHET

Frederick showcased a myriad of looks for the new season. There were the refreshing florals, lush crochet pieces, like the crochet halter mini dress under a cardigan on model Fabiola, and a crochet sweater over a fuchsia jacquard skirt. The catwalk was buzzing with modern looks in satins, luscious laces, tweeds, and sheers. It truly was a story that showed the growth and emergence of a new bloom—a freshness of sorts and definitely a turning curve, much respected and appreciated by Frederick’s followers, who understand his vision.

COCKTAIL

I asked Frederick about his average customer. He explained, “My customer is young, the maid of honor. I’ve become the ‘go-to’ designer for the maid of honor.” He laughs. “I’d say my customer is fluent (money). She has a perception of luxury; she looks at it a certain way and puts it into her life. The clients I have are ladies who ‘cocktail.’ They are not sitting at home. She’s a self-thinker, building a life for herself. She may be 30 or 40 or 50 . . . They want clothes that take them