Fashion Clothes: Top collection for 2014 Winter.

We all might own several (dozen) mariner-stripe tees, but for resort 2014, some designers offered a literal take on the nautical theme.

Who knew hacking through “the bush” could look this good? This season, the spirit of safari was infused with metropolitan sophistication in a range of tailored materials and a spectrum of neutral hues. We love how this look feels simultaneously of-the-moment and timeless.

Africa’s Northernmost nations inspired a host of creatives for Resort 2014, resulting in exaggerated djellaba shapes, and Islamic print/pattern motifs. While tailored pieces were part of the trend, the beyond-easy-breezy silhouettes that featured prominently totally won us over.

Does the oscillating duo of a thumb and a pinkie (the universal “Chyeah” hand signal of surfers) leave you perplexed? Us too, so don’t feel self conscious. As bonafide landlubbers we may all be faking the “totally tubular” funk here, but we are in love with all the surf and tiki inspired looks we saw for resort. Considering that we aren’t even capable of standing on a surfboard for the six second duration of a Vine, we will be mastering staying on our feet in these looks when the ride gets choppy between Bedford and 1st Ave on the L Train.

A range of Mediterranean blues signaled a high tide within the cool color spectrum for Resort 2014. An exciting cobalt/royal–refreshingly void of any synthetic 80s sensibilities–stole the show, while fresh turquoise, robin’s eggs, and periwinkles played dynamic supporting roles.

Buttery and soft or citric and bright, this color range says fun in the sun, through and through.

No “if, ands, or buts” about it: You are either a “pink person” or you are not. This tone draws a sharp line in the sand, and for Resort 2014 many designer stood confidently on the sweet side of things. Not quite sure where you fall in this debate? We suggest test-driving the “Pepto” pink we saw so much of within the collections via a bold mani-pedi; a week of looking at this color on your fingers and toes will certainly leave its fans sweet, and the (acetone ready) rest sour.

Not just for evenings out, gold has also gone “day” for Resort 2014. Foil-finishes and liquid textures make the season’s metallics Midas-worthy magic

In graphic blacks, chalky whites, or the season’s bright colors, textured sheers–like lace and latice-gridded net–move the translucent trend forward for Resort 2014.

After a few seasons’ hiatus, denim and denim-toned fabrics of every sort returned in a major way for Resort 2014. Wider legs and darker washes cue a 70’s vibe, while chambray-tone panels get put to use via patchwork’s jean-etic cousin, “indigo blocking.”

Animal prints (interpreted in black-and-white or earthy neutrals) were unleashed for Resort 2014. The new kids on the block–python, ring lizard, zebra, and gazelle motifs–led the pack.

You can try to “connect the dots” for Resort 2014, but it’ll be tough: We saw spots of every variety–polka included–throughout the collections. We’re excited to try mixing different scales of these prints in one ensemble.

Central in Resort 2014’s “black-and-white” color stories, painterly effects evoke artisan character via small-scale “squiggle prints” and watercolor-inspired brushed motifs.

Attention lands firmly on our shoulders for Resort 2014, as asymmetry, cut-outs and experimental straps move necklines and sleeves to bold new places.

Whether of the accordion, knife, or box variety, pleated skirts and dresses (in a myriad of lengths) were everywhere throughout the collections for Resort 2014. These lampshade-silhouette kilts and frocks signal a trend with legs; when Celine (circa Pre-Fall 2013), Proenza Schouler, Fendi, and Valentino are all on a similar page, we can’t help but take note.

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