Cynthia Rowley’s SS11 collection had some gaping holes, literally. Skirts, pants, and dresses came with perforated holes revealing the skin underneath. The perforations produced a strange and intriguing effect, particularly on a gray long ruffled skirt, where the strong circles contrasted with the garment’s inherent ease.

Continuing with the under/over concept were sheer tops with opaque stripes and dresses covered hem to hem with cabochons. In the color palette of macaroons, the looks were delectable. Giant, sleek barrettes held the models’ pastel hair in place and enamel bar necklaces added a pop to the models’ necklines.

The best looks were the ones that were not trying hard to be innovative. A mint blouse and trouser was a standout, as was a mango colored blouse with cabochon detailed shorts. Later a black shell with black cabochon adorned pants hit every right note.

Nothing could have been more delightful on a Saturday morning than heading to Rachel Antonoff‘s SS11 presentation. Nestled in a brownstone in the West Village, far away from NYFW hubbub, Rachel and Co. created a Never-never land paradise perfect for playtime, picnics, and stay-up-all-night slumber parties.

Inspired by childhood wonder, Rachel created a collection of “clothes to have adventures in.” With plenty of patterned full skirts perfect for romping, mini dresses with flaring collars, and shorts with scalloped pockets, the collection was sweeter than the smores her models were cooking up in the home’s kitchen. There were many breezy tanks that were cut longer in the back, a nice grown-up touch, well as a sheer pink blouse that blended cuteness and chic with ease.