Versus Versace Fall 2013

Versus Versace Fall 2013

Donatella Versace's Versus Versace Fall 2013 Collection conjured up imagery resplendent of 80s 90s punk rock rebellion twinned with geometric references.

A stark, monochromatic colour palette of black and white dominated the runway.The opening look comprised of a psychedelic, geometric print bomber jacket worn casually cool with sleeves pushed up, a nonchalant approach with an I don't care attitude to match. The fabric featured grids and swirls in a monotonous pattern which also made its way onto matching leggings and shell top. Black, flat, midi, lace up moto boots completed the look. A practical addition perfect for pounding the pavement. Street chic with a twist. 

A white, crew neck, shift dress was a simplistic, modish addition updated with side torso cutouts held coquettishly together by the famed Versace safety pin. Who can forget the much talked about, risque number Gianni designed back in the 90s, which was donned by Elizabeth Hurley on the red carpet.

Hints of Balmain nostalgia crept in, referencing Olivier Rousteing's Spring / Summer 2013 collection. Think Anna Selezneva modelling a Harlequin print, halter, onesie.

An edgy, tailored blazer in ebony cut a sleek silhouette, married with graphic, man style trouser lending an androgynous appeal. Pointy toed ankle boots complete with reed thin stiletto heel amplified the arabesque adding a dangerous aesthetic.

Streamlined leather pants with flat front gold zip fastening oozed of 80s rock n roll. Perfect stage attire for musicians or for all those wannabes wishing to emulate a rock chick, bohemian style. A leather biker jacket toughened and complemented the look. Gold stud trimmings graced collars, lapels and epaulets adding a punk spin.A vinyl, leather tunic packed  plenty of spunk complete with stud undulating panels and full length zip, a sensual addition replete with naughtiness. An 80s, indigo wash, cropped denim jacket had a grunge air to it. This was paired with black leggings with gold stud piping.

A cobalt, oversized, fur chubby offered an injection of colour. A tapered, matching, cobalt trouser and turtleneck was sure standout. A bold, body skimming, fire engine red tunic with sleeves was deconstructed and held together by gold, gargantuan safety pins acting as sutures. An unlikely combination comprised of a magenta, leopard print shell twinned with striking, canary yellow trouser.

An unadulterated, white, elongated blazer was worn nipped in at the waist, paired with white skinny leg jeans featuring gold belt motif plastered throughout the fabric.

Leopard print made yet another appearance on a bomber jacket with black ribbed cuffs, think college baseball jacket paired with high waisted, black vinyl, a-line mini complete with side split, held together by two safety pins.

Closing runway looks consisted of an ebony, stretch mini dress with asymmetrical neckline, long sleeves with peek a boo side torso held together precariously once again by the safety pin.

For those longing for a more refined silhouette opt for the floor length, maxi version with side split detail adding just the right dose of cheekiness to the equation.

I'm pictured bottom left wearing my interpretation of the trend. My leather bomber jacket is by Bettina Liano and rubberised biker leggings by Shakuhachi.

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By Courtney Jones.