MIU MIU SPRING 2017

MIU MIU SPRING 2017

Legendary Italian designer Miuccia Prada carved out a dandified Spring 2017 collection enriched in 60s and 70s post Italian war glamour. Pitch perfect style fused with retro connotations resonated with a succession of garments oozing with radiance and old world allure.

Look one was modelled by Dutch newcomer Birgit Kos and comprised of a raven, halter, bandeau swim top complete with button hole strap closure, Aztec embroidery plastered across the chest and a ruffled hem embodying girlish charm. Matching, high waisted full briefs completed the flirty swimwear set conjuring up images of 50s style pin up girls. An understated, black apron skirt was tied casually around the waist, exposing legs. A perfect beach cover up. Patent, black, double strap slides featured a tomato red, platform heel. An embellished, artisanal swim cap adorned the head adding sass to the ensemble.

Anastasia Panasenko modelled a 70s derived, graphic print bikini bralet in shades of khaki, mandarin, vanilla fudge and black. The abstract print continued to dominate on matching, high waisted, boy leg swim briefs. Eclectic, rimless, burnt orange sunglasses were oversized and sat low on the bridge of the nose. Peony pink pool slides were accented by mammoth camellia motifs adding flower power to the equation.

Gigi Hadid modelled a pristine, military green, tailored shirt. Sleeves were of 3/4 length. The wardrobe staple was worn tucked into high waisted, embroidered knickerbockers. A bouffant silhouette billowed from hips. A simplistic, polished, mini satchel was clutched neatly. Navy and fairy floss pink platform wedges in patent leather were a leg lengthening accession.

For those seeking less body baring mash ups look to the high shine, patent leather pea coat. The knee length inclusion starred contrasting white buttons and was nipped in at the waist by a slimline, toffee leather belt. The chic coat was teamed to a 60s inspired, high neck, blouse ignited by a graphic, oblong design in shades of cherry, muted pink and white. Paisley knickerbockers were twinned to the playful blouse. Pearlescent, peep toe, platform, T-bar wedges were the footwear of choice.

A culmination of cornflower blue garments dominated the runway and included a boiled wool pea coat, a terry floral robe, a belted trench and a delightful, voluminous petal clutch.

Italian nostalgia melded with coquettish enticement very much on the agenda.

By Courtney Jones.