ALTUZARRA FALL 2016

ALTUZARRA FALL 2016

Paris born designer, Joseph Altuzarra delivered an eclectic collection for his New York Fall 2016 show. Gypset, globetrotters with a penchant for all things luxurious were on the agenda with tailored garments mixed with exotic, bohemian prints and fabrics very much in attendance.

An Ikat, monochromatic, structured blouse featured a raw, frayed, subtle v-neck, peak shoulders and a collage of multi diamond and zig zag patterns throughout. The artisanal blouse was worn tucked into a midnight, paisley, knee length skirt. Two provocative thigh splits oozed with sensuality and mystique. Under the knee, jacquard boots flourished with dainty, ebony flowers.

A black and white, oversized snood was paired to a cabernet, tasselled skirt. The crimson popped delightfully against a stark, white, body skimming pencil skirt with black accents. Industrial zippers featured on the skirt pockets adding a nonchalant edge. Ladylike pearls dangled freely from lobes. 

A beetroot, woven blouse inspired by antique Indian textiles was coupled to aubergine,drawstring, languid trousers complete with black velvet trimmings. An unlikely combination for the free spirited woman. Navy, almond toe, reptilian ankle boots were a striking accessory.

Dutch model Romy Schonberger, modelled an ivory knitted turtleneck complete with black, blanket stitching cascading down the centre. A floral, leather bomber jacket was adorned with large, black, leather pockets, delicate flora and a plush shearling collar was layered to the knit. A scarf print pencil skirt oozed with finesse and featured centre, button closure with a seductive split revealing plenty of thigh, baring flesh.

Rock n roll dominated on a ribbed, teal, slouch knit sweater enlivened by fuchsia, sky and ebony v shape fringing, very Isabel Marant. A slimline, jogging pant punctuated by teal stripes finalised the insouciant, athleisure number.

The collection closed with a succession of fluid, handkerchief hem maxi skirts and evening dresses emblazoned with silver, spangled sequins and soutache embroidery. Texan catwalk fave, Vanessa Moody modelled a standout, plunging, vermilion and burgundy full skirted maxi dress brimming with gypsy, ostentation. Adept artistry shone bright on the hand embellished garment, think black sequin rosettes, borders and undulating lace patterns in ice silver. Style cues derived from Indian saris, ethnicity reigning supreme.

By Courtney Jones.  

Altuzarra Fall 2015

Joseph Altuzarra Fall 2015

Joseph Altuzarra produced a sumptuously divine Fall 2015 collection steeped in luxury. Garments embodied poetic bewitchment which resulted in pitch perfect style.

Maartje Verhoef opened the collection in a vanilla boxy jacket complete with lavish, gargantuan fox fur collar. A high neck blouse featuring ruffle neck trim and sheer lace body adding a defining quality to the look which was finalised with a trumpet hem, midi length skirt in licorice devore with the signature Altuzarra thigh high slit on display.

A barely there, funnel neck, button up lace dress played a sensual game of hide and seek, worn unbuttoned to reveal key hole detail. A mustard, jaffa and chocolate plaid overcoat with flounce hem fell flirtatiously above the knee. Accessorises included a braided strap saddle bag with leather tassel detail in the shade of papaya. Footwear comprised of vertiginous Victorian-esque, knee high intricately laced up boots worn teamed to over the knee lace ruffle socks. Lace continued to blossom on a transparent, wraparound peplum blouse which brimmed with femininity. A matching wraparound pencil skirt with scalloped hem detail, lace bralet and an ebony velvet choker necklace were sublime additions. 

Anna Ewers modelled a plush, fox fur chubby in the delectable shade of fairy floss. A soft petal pink pencil skirt accompanied the look. An absolute headliner with ostentation very much in attendance. A fox fur duck egg blue version also ruled the runway modelled by Ophelie Guillermand.

A seductive butterscotch, stretch leather pencil skirt complete with libidinous centre split oozed with sensuality. An oxblood, structured blazer featured a nipped in waist, oversized safari style pockets and mammoth sable hued collar. Seventies connotations reigned supreme, decadent boho luxe at its best. A boatneck vermilion blouse featured a sheer, deep triangle insert with subtle Aztec print. Mahogany, studded, pointy toed, stiletto knee boots concluded the look.

Metallic accents flourished on a bronze, velvet devore midi length dress with ruffled hem. The neckline came complete with a gossamer ivory lace insert and satin covered buttons worn buttoned to the top with a peek-a-boo keyhole present. The dress was coupled to  a raven, high sheen blazer with shell toned Mongolian lamb fur collar adding a free spirited, rock n roll edge.

The collection concluded with a series of cocktail dresses in regally hued jewel tones. A sapphire, cutaway, midi length dress hugged the torso and swung freely with side split detail. An aquamarine, semi sheer version featured undulating gold and topaz embellishment, shimmering with every stride Ine Neefs made.

An opulent, striking collection sure to delight the Altuzarra woman.

Courtney Jones.

Altuzarra Resort 2014

Altuzarra Resort 2014

Innovative designer Joseph Altuzarra produced a collection resplendent of the seventies era which was replete with bohemian references and ostentatious connotations.

The collection opened with a lace up, luxe, ivory and vermilion, embroided, poetic silk blouse bursting with romanticism. This was married with a taupe, tailored vest and matching narrow leg, flare trouser. A butterscotch double waist cincher featured leather braiding detail and was a beatnik accessory choice.

Ikat, Isabel Marant inspired knee length terracotta and navy culottes came complete with knife edge pleating and were twinned with a lace up tunic. A neutral trench, very Burberry was worn effortlessly over the look. Cowhide, clog inspired platforms with ankle strap detail lent a rustic edge.

Beach chic ruled on an effortless, honey butter crochet, knit sweater with elongated sleeves. A juxtaposition of city bourgeois crept in when teamed with a form fitting pencil skirt with side split detail. 

A more formal take featured on the classic chinoiserie with silk chiffon cuff inserts and panelled hemline in dramatic ebony offering an enchanting effect. A black leather waist cincher set off the dress adding further ambiguity hardening the arabesque. 

A denim, chambray suit comprised of a high waisted pencil skirt, worn with suede hipster tassel belt, a denim blazer and innocence prevailed on a sheer, white lace bralet.

Continuing the denim theme was a sharply tailored blazer complete with white lace overlay. A charming addition paired with a denim shirt plunging to models navel followed by crisp, polished denim flares extending the silhouette.

A sculpturally inclined, body skimming dress with lace inserts scattered throughout the dresses entirety offered lingerie references. A boudoir inspired, tea lace camisole with blanc panelling was paired with a cumbersome chocolate, suede pencil skirt. An off the shoulder, shirred pirate blouse with diaphanous sleeves was married with a skinny tasseled ebony scarf and high waisted skirt with lace peeking coquettishly from a titillating side split. This look eluded Tom Ford's YSL days, particularly his Fall 2001 Collection. It's as though Altuzarra delved straight into the archives with this duplicate aesthetic. 

A fox stole in burnt persimmon made an appearance over a ruched wrap, cross over dress, cleverly draped with modern dance references.

A showstopping evening wear look consisted of a burnished gold lace crew neck, maxi dress worn gathered at the waist and paired with ostentatious embellished bolero jacket with metallic accents, sure to garner plenty of attention!

By Courtney Jones.

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