Models at the Sergio Devila SS14 presentation Credit: Jessica Cronk

Models at the Sergio Devila SS14 presentation Credit: Jessica Cronk

Local songstress of the late Sleepy Vikings and reputable fashionista Tessa McKenna journeyed to New York City to take in the sights and trends at this year's Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Transmissions from the event began in earnest a few days ago and will continue through the week. Stay tuned for updates as well as posts about the hottest styles worn on the streets as reported by McKenna, and be sure to look out for CL's Fashion Issue, coming in December… —Leilani Polk

Strong patterns, sheer cutouts and pastels dominated Sergio Davila's spring collection, which plays with classic spring pastel trends, but allows you to be a little more daring with sheer paneling and low necklines. For more, shop the designer's collection here.

Models at the Sergio Devila SS14 presentation Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Models at the Sergio Devila SS14 presentation

Models with the designer Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Models with the designer

More photos after the jump…

Pastel Sheer details at Sergio Davila Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Pastel Sheer details at Sergio Davila

Male models at Sergio Davila Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Male models at Sergio Davila

Strong pops of color mixed with pastels Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Strong pops of color mixed with pastels

Mesh neckline detailing at Sergio Davila Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Mesh neckline detailing at Sergio Davila

Plunge neckline on a classic silhouette Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Plunge neckline on a classic silhouette

Pastels and strong prints at Sergio Davila Credit: Jessica Cronk
  • Jessica Cronk
  • Pastels and strong prints at Sergio Davila

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