Looking chic is a cinch on Tibi's Fall 2010 runway. Photos: Jemal Countess, Getty Images for IMG (3)

DESIGNER: Amy Smilovic of Tibi

INSPIRATION: "Napoleon and Josephine... the appeal of opposites -- masculine meets feminine, draping paired with structure, and neutral colors with high-contrast brights, inspired by photographs of Peter Beard"

BEST LOOKS: Cossacks coat over tile bead strapless dress; mauve double-breasted chunky sweater with belt and tartan short; strapless black dress with sequined skirt

ACCESSORIES: Super-high chunky platform clogs, aubergine tights, leather belts with pouches

WHO WAS THERE: Olivia Palermo, Oksana Baiul

WHAT WE THOUGHT: Amy Smilovic's Fall 2010 line continues on her best traditions -- how is it that the same Tibi dress can look just right on a 40-something and on a 20-something, as well? Her clothes combine youthful sparkle with sophisticated simplicity, both in the perfect measure. This collection included several nubby or chunky sweaters (or were they coats?) often paired with rich brown belts.

It reminded me a bit of what I envisioned college girls wearing when I wasn't one yet, but the sweaters made me want to wear the ensembles to the office now. Signature print cocktail dresses and several pieces with "tile beads" -- which looked liked square sequins -- were pleasing. And while the 40-somethings among us should probably not try to get away with the winter shorts in the collection, they were nonetheless cute without being cutesy. Notable: A much more colorful runway than most this season.

Check out Tibi's runway hair and makeup.