Loewe Spring 2013

Loewe Spring 2013

Designer Stuart Vevers of adept luxury leather goods house Loewe, concocted a collection rich in sophisticated visual imagery resplendent of the surrealist movement with a strong nod to famed Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo.
Spanish accents were also prevalent and featured on fine, tooled leather garments such as shirts and perforated trenches lending hardened femininity and sinuous tailoring to the Loewe design philosophy.
A sleek chocolate bomber jacket with ornate organza sleeves featured flower applique detail, this was twinned with a sculpted, high waisted pencil skirt complete with kick pleat hem. A belted, butter soft, chocolate cuffed, leather tee dress complete with libidinous leg split was a chic wardrobe staple.
The luxurious colour palette consisted of exotic shades reminiscent of Indian spices, think cardamom, persimmon, cinnamon and paprika.
A  delicate, organza, puff ball sleeve blouse was teamed with a 50s style satin bralet. The look was finished off with a muted khaki pencil skirt featuring a black baroque print.
The ultimate in sporting luxe- a hooded tangerine plunge neck suede dress with sleeves pushed up ever so effortlessly was tinged with hints of Little Miss Riding Hood turns track star.
A sand, utilitarian, drawstring toggle dress was of safari style and featured oversized pockets for added charm.
A flummoxing garment came in the form of a snood like top featuring gathering framing model Kati Nescher's face. A black crocheted trench coat was a suggestive addition suitable for a 50s screen siren.
Other garments included leather lattice panel tees, a black suede leather lace up oversized boxy shift with hoodie detail, dove grey cropped vest with architectural lines worn with high neck tank, black & white shirt dress with Florence Broadhurst inspired print. A stellar, majestically stylish double breasted 3/4 tangerine belted trench was a striking runway look.
Zuzanna Bijoch took to the runway in a lady like taupe perforated leather coat with supersized Peter Pan collar.
Accessories were a strong focal point and consisted of a line up of desirable satchels featuring embossing and opulent skins. Vevers is nothing short of an accessory virtuoso. Roomy satchels featured in shades of paprika, latte and khaki. A chocolate suede satchel featured python panel detail. A khaki overnight bag with camel trimmings and black handles was a fetching annexation. Straw totes offered a sassy accretion.
Footwear included a manifestation of tooled platform wedge clogs, shooties with thick ankle strap and strappy wedge platforms.
Makeup comprised of vibrant matte red lips which packed serious punch, translucent skin and defined eyebrows. Hair was pulled back dramatically with a centre part and bun fastening.

By Courtney Jones.