Luar closed out the week with a bang at the Greenpoint Gallery, where its currently displaying a selection of its best-selling hits. The brand has quickly become the hottest show ticket in town, and having the closing slot confirms that Raul Lopez is the name of the season. After a mad rush at the door, the show began with a blaring techno mix. Lopez expanded on the street glamour he investigated last season, diving deeper into bringing streetwear and red carpet looks together. Massive padded jackets were cinched with belts emblazoned with the Luar logo, draped dresses were done in plaids and rich neutrals, and the ever-present tracksuit got a serious facelift with giant shoulders. The headwear was major, and the models’ hair appeared glued on. Last but definitely not least, the coveted Ana bag was updated as both a bedazzled briefcase and a holographic tote. We cannot emphasize enough that Luar is a brand to watch, and Lopez is only just getting started.—Kevin LeBlanc, fashion associate
