Douglas Hannant held his Resort runway show at the Plaza (site of the designer's boutique), and he kept the season's references to something the tanned, air-kissing crowd in attendance could easily digest: Palm Springs in its mid-century heyday. A thin white leather peacoat paired with a black flared trouser and a ruched turquoise jersey cocktail dress were among the sleek, clean designs on offer. Hannant also looked at abstract expressionist works and turned out a pair of sequined gowns—one in a multicolor design that resembled splatter paint, another that had been hand-painted in bold splashes of primary color. Those might have been too much for certain guests but—savvy move—should appeal to a younger clientele.
