Mara Hoffman Mixes Bohemian Glamor and Minimalism for Fall 2014

In Fall & Winter Trends, Fashion Designers, Trend Reports by Jessica Faith Marshall

On the heels of my first photography experience for FashionMingle.net in the Rebecca Taylor press pit, the team and I dove right back into the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week tents to capture moments from Mara Hoffman‘s Fall/Winter 2014 Collection.

Mara Hoffman Fall 2014 Collection - Photographer: Jane Kratochvil www.janekratochvil.com

Mara Hoffman Fall 2014 Collection – Photographer: Jane Kratochvil
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Entering the tents, I happened to pass by the iconic fashion blogger Bryan Boy and CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund 2011 runner-up jewelry designer Pamela Love. Anticipation for Mara Hoffman’s collection was strong as the large audience was seated in the salon. Standing a few feet away from the runway, my experience suddenly felt real. I was no longer following Mercedes-Benz runways on a small screen but up-front and center to photograph it.

Music set the tone as the first model walked out in a very traditional Mara Hoffman tribal print. The designer’s “glamorous Gypsy” signature designs were to be expected then suddenly, a black gown with patchwork and black sheer insets portrayed a laid-back yet powerful attitude. The gown was of sophisticated elegance. The looks following the gown consisted of printed chiffon, beach-inspired silhouettes, low-cut “v” necklines accompanied by skinny straps, and tribal prints.

After a fourth of the way in, another shocking black number was presented on the runway. The look was a full length jumpsuit consisting of a geometric structured strapless bodice and sleek bottoms. I felt drawn to her upcoming looks with white silks, ruffled detailing, modern minimalist fringe, over-sized silhouettes, and full monochromatic looks in sleek slimming fits. It was refreshing to see a new direction from Mara Hoffman in this collection.

Mara Hoffman Fall 2014 Collection - Photographer: Jane Kratochvil www.janekratochvil.com

Mara Hoffman Fall 2014 Collection – Photographer: Jane Kratochvil www.janekratochvil.com

 

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Jessica Faith Marshall is the founder and designer of her namesake brand, Jessica Faith Marshall. Since the beginning of her career, her brand has received press coverage in The Austin American Statesman, InFluential Magazine, The CW Austin, and other publications. She was recently selected as the winner of the Susan G. Komen Project Pink design competition against twenty other adult designers. Now, her business is currently based out of New York City where she continues to contribute as an intern for FashionMingle.net, and release seasonal collections in fashion weeks around the country.

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Jessica Faith Marshall

Jessica Faith Marshall is the founder and designer of her namesake brand, Jessica Faith Marshall. Since the beginning of her career, her brand has received press coverage in The Austin American Statesman, InFluential Magazine, The CW Austin, and other publications. She was recently selected as the winner of the Susan G. Komen Project Pink design competition against twenty other adult designers. Now, her business is currently based out of New York City where she continues to contribute as an intern for FashionMingle.net, and release seasonal collections in fashion weeks around the country.