Stacey Bendet Creates a Wondrous Voyage for Alice + Olivia’s Spring 2019 Collection

The new collection is inspired by vibrant destinations across the world

Fashion models showcasing vibrant, patterned outfits on a colorful runway background with artistic wall designs.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Tokyo. Photo: Getty images

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Stacey Bendet at Alice and Olivia’s NYFW presentation Getty images

The studio space at Chelsea’s Pier 59 was transformed into a colorful, wanderlust version of Wonderland for the presentation of Alice + Olivia’s Spring 2019 collection at New York Fashion Week. The show, which was done in partnership with Booking.com, was an interactive experience that allowed guests including celebrities like Nicky Hilton-Rothschild, Caitlyn Jenner, Katie Holmes, and Tinsley Mortimer to immerse themselves in the new collection.

“Travel has always been a big inspiration for me,” explained the brand’s CEO and creative director Stacey Bendet. “It’s a huge part of my creative process. I’m excited to merge the world of travel with fashion, to highlight the influence travel has on personal style and to give women from all walks of life a way to connect with clothing.” 

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The new collection was inspired by an array of glamorous destinations including Paris, Provence, Marrakesh, Positano, Careyes, and Tokyo. Models donned pieces from the Spring line while posing in installations depicting scenes from each of the inspiration cities. 

Guests also had the opportunity to hop aboard the Alice + Olivia bedecked “Fashion Yacht” docked at the south entrance to Chelsea Piers. The yacht features some of Bendet’s signature designs as well as a space evoking the spirit of Positano, Italy from the new collection. Fans of the brand can stay overnight on the luxury liner through Booking.com as a partnership with fashion week.

Fashion models in colorful outfits pose on a vibrant, patterned floor with a red backdrop and small plants.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Provence Getty images

Two models in colorful, patterned dresses standing on a vibrant, patterned floor with a patterned backdrop.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Marrakesh Getty images

Models in colorful outfits pose against a patterned wall with purple designs at a fashion event.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Tokyo Getty images

Fashion models on stage wearing colorful and stylish outfits against a geometric black and white backdrop.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Wonderland Getty images

Four fashionable women in bold, colorful outfits posing in a room with vibrant floral wallpaper and decor.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Positano Getty images

Two models in vibrant dresses standing in front of a colorful Café Du Stace backdrop with a patterned blue and white design.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Paris Getty images

Models pose in a room decorated with blue and white floral patterns, including a canopy bed, rugs, and walls.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Provence Getty images

Three models in floral dresses and red boots pose in a vibrant room with floral patterns and decor.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Positano Getty images

A woman in a patterned dress reclines on a bed surrounded by vibrant, colorful patterns and lush plants.
Alice + Olivia SS 2019 Presentation with looks inspired by Marrakesh Getty images

Rows of pink fortune cat statues on a wall, each with one paw raised, creating a harmonious pattern.
Detail of the Tokyo-inspired presentation Getty images

Person posing in a multicolored sequined outfit against a geometric black-and-white background.
Nicky Hilton-Rothschild Getty images

Two women in vibrant floral dresses standing on a boat deck, adorned with colorful cushions and Booking.com logos.
Models aboard the Fashion Yacht Getty images

Colorful boat docked with vibrant awning and lifebuoys, near waterfront building with entrance sign in the background.
The Fashion Yacht Getty images

Retro-themed room with striped loungers and black-and-white decor, featuring a bold face mural with sunglasses.
One of the interiors of the Fashion Yacht featuring Bendet’s signature stripes Getty images