Day 8: Everybody Does What They Do Best

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Some designers just have a signature look that works for them. Season after season, they put a fresh spin on it that can still wow the hardest fashion editor, but there's still that underlying thread that has tied it all together year after year. Here are some highlights:

· J. Mendel presented a gossamer collection that included a lot of furry, feathery accents. There were lots of sheer parts and strategic drapings and wrappings of fabric. [Fashionologie]

· Ralph Lauren headed to the Wild West, with lots of Navajo inspiration, fringe, suede and high, ruffled necklines. The big belt buckles paired with feminine dresses had editors' tongues wagging almost immediately. [FabSugar]

· Isaac Mizrahi's collection was targeted at ladies who love a good floral print, slim pantsuit and crazy collars. [StyleList]

· Calvin Klein's presentation was a mix of minimal slim, feminine silhouettes and boxy, bag-like unpractical messes. [Fashionologie]

· Gwen Stefani closed out NYFW with her L.A.M.B. collection, which won our award for some of the craziest prints of the week. [AP]