Dan Liu NYFW S/S 2017
New York, NY – Gorgeous detailed, yet wearable cocktail dresses took to the runway as Dan Liu presented his elegant Spring Summer 2017 collection entitled ‘New Path’ at Skylight Clarkson Sq. The show eased guests into NYFW’s weekend programming with French inspired instrumental melodies and single stem roses for guests.
The full house of chatter came to a hush and the runway went dark as the first model prepared to make her entrance. When the lights illuminated, she was seated at a Parisian café table, and opened the show in a simple, elegant blush A-line dress adorned in floral appliques.
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Dan Liu’s namesake line evolved as the elegant sister brand to his successful funky couture line, Tatsuaki. Chic cocktail pieces, crafted to be worn from workplace to party, continued to wow attendees with rich-hued lace overlays and bright prints. Dan, best known for his tailoring that accentuates the female form with a romantic flair, modernized classic silhouettes with large flounced sleeves and embellishments of crystal and embroidery.
Looks featured items for eyes to feast upon from fun butterfly face tattoo details to full geometric prints and intricate backs. Complementing the collection seamlessly were stunning vegan handbags from Lime and Soda and buckled pumps by Liliana Shoes.
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Light and airy whites and blush tones introduced the color story, which rounded out with cool teal, berry, and black. The refined catwalk presentation concluded with a jaw-dropping, lace-detailed gown dubbed Kuro Ni Mijikai – Ball by the Canadian designer who sat in tears of joy at the table prop along the runway entrance. Guests cheered with applause as models took their finale walk and Dan Liu beamed with appreciation.
Notable attendees included Miss Universe Pia Wurtzback, actress Kelli Berglund, Miss NY Nicole Kulovany, Bachelor in Paradise star Caila Quinn and editors from Seventeen, Cosmopolitan and VOGUE.
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for Dan Liu
Award-winning Canadian designer, Dan Liu, draws his inspirations for DAN LIU and TATSUAKI designs from his Chinese and Japanese heritage. With emphasis on beauty and practicality, his debut knitwear collection was so unique that numerous Hollywood celebrities frequented his first Yorkville store in Toronto. The TATSUAKI women’s line has since evolved into ‟Funky Couture” while “Elegant Couture” is the perfect characterization of DAN LIU’s line.
Both labels often appear with knit, crochet, lace, embroidery and beaded details, and are favored by young executives as its chic yet elegant apparel can be worn from day to night. As Designer-in-Chief, Dan is best known for contemporary dresses and his tailoring that accentuates the female form with a romantic flair. Dan’s versatility can be seen from various themes of his collections. Working from concept to patterns, he incorporates color contrasts, details and wearability to ensure every piece is perfect from any angle.