MICHAEL KORS SPRING 2017 COLLECTION

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION 2017

Iconic designer Michael Kors presented an effervescent Spring 2017 collection replete with American classicism. Easy elegance was very much in attendance with flirtatious floral dresses oozing with finesse. Distinguished lines were also on offer with sleek, sleeveless, belted twill trenches in midnight blue.

Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls opened the show in a navy blue, streamlined trench dress. A defining silhouette ensued with the waist attenuated by a simplistic fudge leather belt. A contrasting, stark white collar added a nautical edge. A provocative thigh split brought allure to the equation. Accessories comprised of mocha, leather, peep toe platforms complete with dainty ankle strap. A utilitarian, two tone, envelope satchel was slung across the chest and finalised with gold hardware.

Flower power reigned supreme on a cornflower blue, navy and pristine white argyle vest modelled by Frederikke Sofie. The floral, emblazoned vest was coupled to a paisley, pinstripe combination, masculine shirt. Elongated sleeves were punctuated by delicate floral cuffs. A 70s inspired skinny neck tie featured in the same delicate daisy print. An above the knee, a-line, flounce skirt was highlighted by asymmetrical bold flora panels. Minimalistic, white accessories took centre stage and included white frame aviators, a bourgeois stark contrast, platform peep toe high heeled sandals and a sleek mini satchel finalised with a canvas, slate grey, shoulder strap.

Kors favourite Cameron Russell modelled a 40s derived, floral, halter, ruffle bandeau in shades of oyster grey, chocolate,caramel and midnight. Belted, high waisted bikini bottoms starred tiered, hip ruffles adding a voluminous touch. 

 Upper crust elegance prevailed on a Lauren Hutton inspired safari suit in heavenly white. Over extended sleeves with side split cuffs, a belted nipped in waist and a collarless neckline screamed of polished panache. Languid palazzo pants offered freedom of movement to the silhouette. A navy, crisp shirt with an oversized collar was teamed underneath the jacket with matching skinny scarf adorning the neck. A waxy leather, envelope clutch accessorised the sumptuously good pantsuit. 

Dutchie Marjan Jonkman took to the runway in a bloom filled trench dress. The appealing number featured peak shoulders, attenuated waist, streamlined sleeves and a bare v-neckline. A capacious skirt proceeded to flow, grazing kneecaps.

Splashes of turquoise, lime, watermelon and fuchsia ignited the runway with feminine arabesques consisting of bralets, tea dresses, poetic blouses and floor sweeping column maxi dresses.

An exuberant presentation replete with quintessential wardrobe staple taking you from boardroom to bar.

By Courtney Jones.