Richard Chai showcased his Womens Spring 2010 Collection, Love, to a fashionably mature crowd that included a pregnant and glowing Karolina Kurkova. I heard a rumor that everything on the runway is available for $50-$425. With dusky tones of grays, steel blues and plaid, Richard Chai's signature style of crisp, thrown-together perfection shone throughout. On trend were some looks that were made easy for even the least fashion suave, like silk jumpsuits, rompers and lightweight drawstring trousers. Generous adoptions from the male species included the famous boyfriend blazer, the boyfriend vest and the boyfriend shirt. How welcoming for the typical consumer that Richard Chai's emphasis is on a looser fit, as opposed to ones that would only look good on the models that showcase them. Chai borrowed from the military with parkas and jackets that would make perfect transition pieces for spring. Chai used a funky mix of leather, wrinkled rayon, twill and cotton to present clothing that looked wearable and oh so comfortable.

Chai debuted his Mens Spring 2010 Collection mere minutes after his Womens Collection. The crowd milled around, sipping on beer during the intermission. Chai's mens collection could best be described as chic preppy boy casual. With muted shades of gray, beige and black, the clothes possessed great craftsmanship without the characteristic rigidity of men's clothing. The collection was on trend with a healthy dose of plaid but extracted the edgy aspect of Spring's plaid, keeping it airy and understated. Chai's plaid print was bigger on the shirts and perfectly paired with other patterns, such as stripes, which were featured in nylon and wool tank tops. Worn under a blazer, it kept the lines clean but maintained that casual element. Shorts for men were also a main item. They contributed to the classic suit, with a corresponding jacket. Paired with a cardigan that fell well below the hem of the jacket, Chai offered a new way to suit up. The award for pant of the moment definitely goes to the skinny tapered trouser, even for men. Again in muted tones, these were the perfect blend of mature and casual.

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