ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL COUTURE 2016

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL COUTURE 2016

French designer Alexandre Vauthier produced a victorious Fall Couture collection. Enlivened garments displaying exhibitionism were the order of the day, with a distinct commando does couture vibe present.

Catwalk queen Sasha Luss modelled a taupe, sweetheart bustier mini dress comprising of overlapped, horizontal strips punctuated by rivets aplenty. The thigh grazing, body con number was paired to a desert sand, sahrienne parka worn nonchalantly over shoulders. Neutral, bandage, high heeled sandals accented by eyelets concluded the intoxicating combo.

A plush, ombre, midi length fox fur coat starred  in shades of vanilla, butterscotch and salted caramel. The voluminous proportions were attenuated by a perforated, khaki, canvas belt which finalised the impeccably glamorous  winter warmer.

Texan model Lindsey Wixon modelled a showstopping, military green, deconstructed, abstract gown. Details included a strapless step neckline bodice, capacious wraparound skirt revealing a centre split with plenty of leg on offer. A punctuated, over extended belt was wrapped around the waist numerous times and knotted ever so nonchalantly with the remainder of the belt cascading to the calf. Forest green, suede lace up stilettos were the footwear of choice, ready for battle!

American Molly Blair modelled an oxblood, oversized, patent leather trench coat. Sloping shoulders, blouson sleeves, epaulettes and gun patch frequented the polished addition. Matching thigh boots featured subtle ruching, plummeting down a centre seam, oozing of sheer attitude for the liberated woman.

Dutch model Romy Schonberger took to the runway in an onyx, plumage emblazoned, strapless, mini dress. Gravity eluding feathers sewn vertically framed the decolletage ever so delicately. A matte, seaweed, accentuated waist bow nipped in the waist. An alluring cocktail number sure to get you noticed.

Androgynous tailoring came in the form of an enlarged, man style, classic white shirt, sleeves rolled up for the casual cool factor. Embellished, camouflage cargo pants were married to the staple shirt worn slouchy and cuffed. A buttersoft, leather fudge belt, chunky bejewelled layered bangles and juniper eyelet accented, ankle strap stilettos were the accessories of choice.

The fitted tuxedo was reinvented, this time consisting of a slinky maxi silhouette with a sky high thigh split. Oversized black fishnet stockings were adorned with dainty silver crystals adding a graphic element to the monochromatic garment. A plunging neckline, ink obi sash and black courts concluded the suggestive evening dress.

Easy elegance with an unmistakable Parisian mood proved to be the style flavour on the agenda.

By Courtney Jones.

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL 2016

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL 2016

Parisian designer, Alexandre Vauthier delivered a hedonistic collection laced with sensual fabrics in alluring body con silhouettes.

German model Toni Garrn featured throughout the Fall 2016 presentation and evoked blonde bombshell glamour perfectly.

A fire engine red, patent leather jumpsuit is sure to get your motor running. The utilitarian garment oozed with sex appeal. Details included a plunging neckline, bouffant sleeves worn pushed up ever so insouciantly, oversized pockets and a skinny leg arabesque. Scarlet stilettos and bed head tresses concluded the saucy number.

A slinky jersey evening gown injected seductive glam into the equation with a spliced torso and decolletage revealing a flirtatious game of peek-a-boo. A thigh split offered freedom of movement. Black, strappy stilettos were highlighted by delicate diamantes.

A scalloped, funnel neck, transparent, raven, leopard lace dress featured three quarter sleeves, mullet hemline and a satin sash waist tie. The cascading lace screamed modern day gothic glam. A rouleau strap, deep decolletage, sheer bodysuit was paired underneath. 

A vanilla military inspired pea coat starred brass buttons and black patent leather elbow patches. A floaty, feminine, poetic dress featured layers of fluid chiffon in the passionate shade of vermilion. Cut-out, over the knee, suede thigh boots were highlighted by lace up suede detail up the back of the leg.

Military shades crept in on a cutaway, halter, khaki tank which was teamed to a languid, sport inspired, patent leather trackpant complete with cigarette leg, elasticised waist and gargantuan zip pockets.

An olive, wool, pea coat was paired to a liquid pewter, body caressing dress. Sexy drapery fell mid thigh. Taupe over the knee thigh boots finalised the tactile, neutral ensemble.

A candy apple red, v-neck, wraparound dress featured long sleeves with gold button cuff detail, an asymmetrical hemline cut dangerously high on the upper thigh and a satin obi belt to attenuate the waist.

A racy pantsuit consisted of sleek, form fitting, black, highwaisted trousers, racy boudoir meets the boardroom mesh triangular cami married to a panelled obi belt with multi ring detail. A peak shouldered tuxedo jacket was worn nonchalantly over shoulders. 

A molten metal, metallic gold pleated maxi skirt screamed of seventies disco connotations. A matching gold lame cami was twinned to the skirt. Bronze, T-bar sandals were an indulgent addition.

An inviting collection for the enduring socialite.

By Courtney Jones.

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL COUTURE 2015

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL COUTURE 2015

Illustrious French designer, Alexandre Vauthier delivered an enticing collection for the self assured woman. Pulsating energy echoed throughout, injecting seductive charm with Native American connotations teamed to a distinct rocker mood.

Texan model Vanessa Moody opened the collection in a butter soft, obsidian, leather, cross over bust micro dress. Overblown, cuffed sleeves and colossal fringed leather sash graced the waist and cascaded freely from the left lapel. Footwear comprised of multi strap heels which crept up the lower calf, finalised with gold hardware and dainty feather centrepiece, a dose of Navajo thrown into the mix.

Valery Kaufman modelled a gossamer lace bodysuit complete with raw , unfinished neckline. The body skimming transparent tank showcased a reptilian pattern which flowed seamlessly into a fuchsia, duchesse satin, bubble mini skirt. An oversized, elongated, masculine blazer hardened the arabesque. Ysaunny Brito modelled a one shoulder, asymmetric bodysuit version which was married to a satin fuchsia ruffled, tiered, asymmetric floor sweeping statement making skirt which brimmed of romanticism, decadence reigning supreme.

High voltage rebellion came in the form of a cropped boxy patent leather moto jacket teamed to a black plunging bodysuit and fearless second skin leggings in matching patent leather which featured spliced detail and looked as though Edward Scissorhands had tended to them.

Lindsey Wixon rocked a sizzling satanic red python leather motorcycle dress. Details included an industrial asymmetric zipper, ruching and oversized cocoon shoulders creating a gridiron effect. A suede, tasselled sash attenuated the waist, adding a nomadic edge to the amplified number. Caged vermilion booties concluded the eighties inspired look.

A sumptuous Coyote chubby in shades of alabaster, honey and pearl grey was paired to a hip hugging suede scarlet mini. The hemline comprised of gold plated tubes interwoven with lengthy strips of suede floor grazing tassels, a sensual addition.
An architectural, deep decolletage noir mini dress was cut with the utmost precision. Sharp shoulders, 3/4 sleeves and a step hem enhanced the minimalistic dress. A constricting waist cincher featured in suede, iridescent gold and python highlighting the silhouette.

Maartje Verhoef modelled a slinky one shoulder, chiffon, fringed dress in ebony and burnished gold. The dress comprised of asymmetric chiffon panels held together by gold plated tubes which engulfed the torso. A raw, waxed leather hem finalised the suggestive creation.

The collection closed with a scintillating, effervescent, plunging, wraparound mini dress. The emboldened lustrous gold creation was festooned with embellishment resembling a reptilian and required 1600 hours of craftsmanship.

Kohl rimmed smoky eyes, nude lips and undone tresses added a devil may care attitude.

By Courtney Jones.