RODARTE SPRING 2016

RODARTE SPRING 2016

Supremely skilled design duo Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte delivered an utterly feminine collection brimming with enchantment. The breathtaking display offered poetic garments tinged with a glam rock edge for the impeccably stylish woman; seventies nostalgia prevalent throughout.

Model Jessica Burley took to the runway in  a high neck, Victorian inspired dress comprising of a composition of fabrics including billowy paisley sleeves in shades of Indian red and teal, heavenly white lace decolletage insert, silk chiffon drop waist, undulating beaded bodice finalised with silk fringing. Scintillating, silver, reptilian, Art Deco, sculptural heels were paired to ebony, lace, tights.

An eggshell, velvet slip dress was punctuated by black velvet and lace trimmings. Sweetheart neckline and lace-up detail added a whimsical element. A dip dyed, Mongolian lamb fur coat starred in raven and alabaster while a double layered skinny scarf in ivory and onyx concluded the look.

Dark, gothic, opulence radiated on a coruscating, streamlined, black cocktail dress. Countless rows of silver bugle beading ignited the decadent long sleeves and bodice. A scalloped, plunging neckline combined sass and sophistication.

Danish model Line Brems modelled an effervescent blend consisting of a ruffled silk cami, high waisted suede dove grey pantalons in languid proportions, a silk chiffon scarf embellished with silver bugle beads in floral motifs and a gargantuan Mongolian fur chubby in blanc and noir. Spliced, silver metallic booties screamed sixties mod squad.  

Aussie, Madison Stubbington modelled a dusty rose, mahogany and grape wraparound dress. Lustrous, lamé, long sleeves featured rosewood, velvet, bell cuffs. A chain belt was accentuated by a floral, silver, metal centrepiece. Accessories included a double layered scarf worn knotted nonchalantly around the neck; one in an ethnic paisley print and the other embellished with sequins and beading. Under the knee, silver snakeskin, slashed boots revealed panes of black triangular detail.

Gossamer airiness  dominated on an ethereal, plunging lace dress. A collage of black and white lace ignited the romantic ensemble. Details included delicate, flared elbow sleeve and mandarin rosettes encompassing the waist. A series of gold, decadent jewellery comprised of collarbone grazing, bohemian, chandelier earrings, wraparound flower crown and a menagerie of medieval bracelets worn piled on both wrists. Chunky finger armour adorned hands.   

Serene conviction prevailed on a mystical, transparent black lace dress modelled by Hedvig Palm. Silk fringing lit up the high neckline which flowed seamlessly into a sheer crystal embellished decolletage, scalloped lace bust panel and lace drop waist.

Pulchritude, romance and unmitigated finesse all hallmark features of the standout collection.  

By Courtney Jones.