Dolce and Gabbana's latest Fall 2012 offering drew inspiration from the designers Italian heritage. There was a distinct religious feel to the collection.Brightly coloured flowers and cherubs were printed onto fabric and teamed with black lace, full skirts and puff sleeve blouses. A black and gold colour palette dominated the runway and was seen in the form of velvet, lace, chiffon, tulle and gold brocade.
Rich, opulent, embroidery played an essential role in the collection.
Luxe, floral, tapestry suits complete with matching Doctor bag had D&G DNA written all over.
Caplets adorned shoulders and capes were a popular addition. Chiffon, high waisted skirts featured peplums teamed with lace tees, brassieres and brogues.
A gold and black, bustier tulip dress, complete with sheer panelling was a runway standout, modelled by Sigrid Agren.
Some D&G staples included white, lace bloomers, socks worn with pointy toed kitten heels, lace, sheer waist cinched dresses with peekaboo lingerie on display and corsetry. Detail included rich tapestry and peplums. Other details included Peter Pan collars, floral panelling, and scalloped lace hems. Voluminous 3/4 skirts, tulle frothy blouses, fur stoles and a leopard split sleeve coat complete with black fur trim collar were other garments on offer.
Bette Franke put a modern spin on bridal wear in a black flower applique, tulip minidress complete with black lace veil.
A vast array of accessories included lace gloves, ornamental oversized earrings, necklaces and chokers, jewel encrusted handbags, Victorianesque lace up booties, sheer knee lace stockings, lace booties, religious scenes printed on clutches, white and floral, gold chain handbag and silver velvet Mary Jaynes.
The collection still had that certain D&G va va voom yet this season it was in the form of a more refined and demure aesthetic.
