Simply superb. This collection’s contrast of undulating and sharp cuts, versatility, and complexity make for one of the top collections of the season. The pieces have a silhouette that is floral but are made from fabrics and colors that act perpendicular to that effect, creating a whole new experience. The explosion of fabrics, wrapped and hanging from the model, seems to give life to the pieces. The clothing itself seems alive and organic, a symbiotic relationship between the wearer and the wear. But then again, with a collection this lovely, are we sure the pieces aren’t just wearing us?
I would like to point out that the sharp cuts that Haider uses are quite popular in Japan’s Harajuku as the cut of blazer and button-up lapels. But it’s so awesome to see that cut being translated into something entirely new. What a treat.
Introducing the Haider Ackermann F/W 2010 Collection:
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The carnivalesque quality that so often makes Pugh’s collections a riot of visual intensity gave way to a more muted, still richly dark, and wonderfully wearable set of pieces that makes the Gareth Pugh F/W 2010 Collection.
The motif of the blackened leather, backed with neoprene, and cut into the shape of the chevron was abundant – this made for a cohesive collection with a strong visual direction. While I wish there were more variety in terms of the form and content of the textiles he used, my god were the cuts and form he gave to the garment itself more than enough to make up for it. What made critics most excited about the collection was how wearable it was. Pugh is traditionally not known for being one whose pieces you would wear down the streets. Alien forms, grotesque manipulations, and wildly imaginative schemes were his trademark. This is a great turn for Pugh though, who was once criticized as being unable to tone his creativity down for retail. I myself am ecstatic to see him finally moving into the realm of general wear, but also hope he will continue to radiate his mind of macabre genius.
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The Ann Demeulemeester F/W 2010 collection is so amazing for the fact that the clothing is so wearable. I can see every one of these pieces on a modern woman. The pieces are moderately tame, and certainly not the most creative this season. But I always appreciate a strong collection that is retailable and with touches of subtle creativity. The sliver of red, the long asymmetrical cut of the lapel, the straps of cloth hanging from the sides. The dark overall feel is classy and refined too – a tone that is sometimes lacking in a world associated with grunge and low-brow.
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From the Viktor & Rolf F/W 2010 Collection. I absolutely love this dress. It’s got a sleek silhouette with a bit of volume at the waists that produces a great over shape to the piece. The way it flows looks spectacular too. This is the good.
What I’m not so big on is the use of the black cap and sunglass. This recurring accessory motif seems unnecessary and quite frankly detracts from the dress overall. I think the part that really distracted me though is how the sunglasses are unevenly placed on the model’s face.
What do you think?
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It’s spring break, which I dearly need because school was starting to really get hectic. I’m going to spend this time relaxing, planning out some more pieces I want to design, and meeting old friends from high school.
For those of you on break or with an exciting week coming up, what’s going on in your life?
guess bomber jacket x white jersey sweater with overblown hoodie from a hong kong botique x ben sherman black jeans x y-3 kuteitai boots x tony wang neon blue/green tulip scarf with black chains x aspinal of london leather men’s weekend bag
that’s right, I made that scarf. =]
photo credits: nick stegosaurus
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They said the style was Baroque meets rock and roll.
But quite personally, I think this looks like it was inspired by intergalactic space rocker princess chic.
Introducing the F/W 2010 RTW Balmain Collection.
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