IRO Fall 2015

IRO Fall 2015

Kings of energised cool, brothers Laurent and Arik Bitton of IRO produced an undeniably charming Fall 2015 collection. Rock n roll references infused with bohemian, peasant folklore were present throughout offering timeless classics. The design mantra being "French chic meets New York street style" as stated by the pair.

Look one comprised of capacious, textural oatmeal sweater complete with ribbed crew neck and cuffs tucked nonchalantly into sleek, clean, minimalistic high waisted trousers in ivory. An opulent, plush shearling gilet accompanied the look. Accessories consisted of suede, stacked cone heel, sharpened almond toe booties and a narrow studded ebony belt. The trousers proved to be the order of the day and were subsequently paired to a rustic fisherman turtleneck knit, quintessential modern day tuxedo shirt, tweed boucle duster coat and a monochromatic mariniere turtleneck ribbed sweater.

Covetable model off duty style came in the form of the Ikat blanket wrap oversized cardigan in shades of black, midnight and dove grey, a nomadic addition paired to a thigh grazing, free flowing cotton mini skirt throwing femininity into the mix. The go-to ribbed charcoal knit concluded the look.

Autumnal pulchritude shone brightly on a bourgeois dolman sleeve blouse in a colour palette comprising of regal ruby and ink. The printed blouse was paired to high waisted waxed leather trousers of 7/8 length. The floral print continued to feature on a free spirited, streamlined shift dress, finalised with a leather obi sash belt drawing in the waist for an alluring arabesque. High voltage patent brogue-boots starred studs and two strap buckle closure conjuring androgyny at its best.

Intrepid traveller references were channelled throughout a characterful scarlet, buff and ebony tribal coat, falling on the upper thigh. An aubergine ribbed knit was teamed to a cotton tiered asphalt hued mini, accessorised yet again by the leather obi belt.

Other wardrobe staples included an ivory, ruffled, flounce blouse oozing with tenderness and fragility, a seventies lace-up safari inspired tunic, think Veruschka does Paris and the time honoured leather motorcycle jacket, cropped and shrunken in all its sublimity. Polished beatnik perfection came in the form of a wraparound leather mini with subtle paper bag waist. A transparent, spiderweb knit complete with opaque knit panelling across the bust and a voluminous woven cocoon overcoat accompanied the look. These pieces offered endless style combinations for the ever elusive outfit of the day.

IRO is stocked at David Jones City and Bondi Junction stores and selected online boutiques nationally. IRO will be launching their highly anticipated flagship boutique in Double Bay later this year.

By Courtney Jones.