Emilio Pucci Spring 2013

Emilio Pucci Spring 2013

Designer Peter Dundas of Milanese fashion house, Emilio Pucci showcased a defiant, empowering collection replete of mesmeric exhibitionism.
A profusion of transparent, wasp like layering left little to the imagination. Runway looks were showcased in colour blocked virginal white with sylph like airiness. Oriental embroidery featured heavily on garments, this heightened the origami silhouette effect. Cheongsam necklines played a reoccurring role throughout the collection. Sheer panelling was evident on halter, apron, column dresses which offered a tantalizing mix of provocation crossed with demurity.
Stylish ensembles included simplistic layered chiffon tanks and tunics with strategically placed embroidery.For the more modest woman, nude slips were worn as under garments.
A dainty, whimsical, sheer trench was belted and oozed of insouciance. The transparency of the trench highlighted the craftsmanship of this delicate garment replete with intricate bead work.
Minis were teamed with sheer maxi proportions. A cobalt, sumptuous silk, bomber jacket with cut out shoulder detail and overblown sleeves featured dragon motifs, paired with a hip hugging pencil skirt with covered button detail.
Relaxed kimono style wraps showcased utilitarian chic at its very best. 
A vivacious, oriental inspired, asymmetrical dress complete with obi and quilted hem detail showcased punchy contours.
The famous Pucci scarf print made several appearances on culottes, pyjama pants and kimonos in delicious shades of pistachio, chocolate and khaki. Other prints featured scarlet and deep vermilion.
Femininity and languid free forms featured on bandeau, knotted, halter maxis. Enigmatic black held its own on the runway and was found on a boatneck, slinky floor length number with regal gold dragon design and a high neck tunic dress with voluminous sleeves.
A captivating racer front, fire engine red, halter column dress with sexy side splits was the closing number of the show modelled by Joan Smalls.
Amplified footwear included platform, knotted espadrilles and strappy croc platforms in shades of gold, black and khaki. Super sized visor sunglasses in shades of pewter were the eye wear of choice. Jewellery was kept to a bare minimum. Sleek white cuffs with gold hardware graced models wrists. Tres chic, glossy, convex, white minaudieres and envelope clutches offered the timeless glamour associated with the effervescent Pucci woman.

By Courtney Jones.