Pre-Fashion Week Peek: Rachel by Rachel Roy

Before the official start of Mercedes Benz-Fashion Week (today through September 17), I was invited to an exclusive blogger preview of Rachel Roy’s Rachel line for Macy’s.  As I sipped white wine and perused the racks of Roy’s Soho Pop-Up shop, many pretty things caught my eye.  Snakeskin booties. Studded handbags.  Vibrant patterns on tunics, t-shirts, and dresses. Faux leather leggings.  And a pair of “Peace” gold hoop earrings ($40) and a black wrap sweater ($99) I would love to add to my fall wardrobe.

Rachel by Rachel Roy

Rachel Roy and Hot Mama Daily's Tracy E. Hopkins

Rachel by Rachel Roy

The highlight of the evening, however, was when Ms. Roy walked in.  The designer is even more stunning in person.  I introduced myself, and to my surprise Rachel was familiar with Hot Mama Daily.  

“Someone sent me something from [Hot Mama] the other day,”  she said.  ”I can’t remember what it was.  But I’m sure it was positive.  You look like a positive girl.” 

I smiled and dared not divulge that while the post I’d written on her complimented her design sensibility, it was also a “Hot or Not?” critique of one of her red carpet outfits.  Whew!  Now that I’ve met the lovely Ms. Roy, however, I have a better sense of her bohemian personal style.  My vote?  Hot!

Photo credit:  Tracy E. Hopkins