Juan Carlos Obando drew on his early career as a graphic designer, as well as the work of Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, for his fall collection.

“It’s inspired by my home country — Colombia — but it’s not ethnic,” Juan Carlos Obando explained backstage after his show.

“Quiet sensuality, night blossoms, beautiful women who come out at night.” That’s how the designer described his fall collection backstage after the show.

While a few of the silhouettes were somewhat familiar, there’s no denying the silk halter tops with their dainty spaghetti straps were lovely.

The designer continued his modern approach to evening, turning out a beautiful jewel-toned collection.

The designer’s spring collection had a stronger Hollywood retro feel than usual.

The designer bid adieu to his draped looks from last season and opted for a more modern, streamlined aesthetic for fall.

Barely-there silk satin slipdresses, including a little black number draped and knotted at the hem, helped set the tone for the designer’s spring sexy lineup.

The designer cut and slit his wares to dramatic effect on the open, long sleeve of a gown, or down a sheath dress back or front.

The flowy silhouettes and glamorous evening looks were the show’s strong points.

The mysterious, emotional side of space became the foundation for Juan Carlos Obando’s latest collection.

Juan Carlos Obando is introducing his first resort collection, a 10-look lineup of items worked from his signature distressed, dyed fabrics.

The designer, 33, is introducing his first resort collection, a tight, 10-look lineup of pieces worked from his signature distressed, dyed fabrics.

There’s something to be said for simplicity and beautiful tailoring, but this collection of fencing jackets, belted shifts and a few gowns felt a bit subdued.

The Wild West ran rampant through Obando’s tough-chic collection.