Anthony Vaccarello Spring 2015

Anthony Vaccarello Spring 2015

Fashion stalwart Anthony Vaccarello produced an enticing, irrefutably modern collection rich in seductive charm. Sportswear inspired garments in punchy contours dominated the runway, offering a dose of uninhibited attitude.

Argentinian model Mica Arganaraz opened the collection in a grey marle sweatshirt emblazoned with Vaccarello's logo and collection details. The sweater was teamed to a shrunken leather bomber jacket complete with brass anchor adornment. A suggestive hip hugging waxed leather asymmetrical mini featured bolstered brass rivets and eyelet detail injecting rebellion into the insouciant silhouette.

Eighties powerhouse connotations were evident on a dove grey, navel plunging, double breasted asymmetrical dress, cut high on the hip beckoning for those blessed with the elixir of youth. Pull tab sleeves and epaulets added the energised cool factor. 

A liberated, navy pinstripe, strapless dress was updated with a single shoulder strap cascading to the mid thigh. Black reptilian trimmings graced the decolletage and waist. The nautical inspired theme continued with Binx Walton modelling a standout, sharp structured tapered blazer worn with sleeves pushed up nonchalantly. A semi transparent scoop neck white tank and spliced angled skirt accompanied the blazer. An alluring arabesque oozing unashamedly of provocativeness.

Logos were an inescapable fixture and starred in a monochromatic colour palette. The words spring, summer and Anthony Vaccarello were plastered across vests, boxy cropped matador jackets, hipster peg leg trousers, slashed micro a-line minis, drop waist halter dress and a techy patent masculine tee.

Deconstructed  glamour came in the form of a leather mini comprising of horizontal leather strips with the addition of knife edge pleating starring on a panel that fell to the knee creating a step hem. A gossamer shirt featured satin inserts, a flesh baring number for the bold. Other Vaccarello staples included languid blouses teamed to rigorously cut skirts, Bermuda shorts, tailored shirting, sizzling sports crops and titillating Versace-esque LBD's in amplified silhouettes.

The collection closed with a succession of black and white ensembles in racy proportions. Striking block letters graced body baring dresses and minis, bandage wrap dresses held together by laser-cutting plastic film, tuxedo style dresses and a strapless top spliced to reveal the letter 'V' for Vaccarello.

By Courtney Jones.

Versus Versace

Versus Versace

Legendary designer Donatella Versace teamed up with Anthony Vaccarello for the latest Versace Versus installment. The dynamic duo were a match made in heaven with the winning combination of Vaccarello's intoxicating, unashamedly bold designs twinned to the queen of amplified glam, Donatella Versace.

The collection opened with current fashion fave Anna Ewers modelling a lackadaisical strapless black body con dress teamed to a sleek, subtle peak shoulder overcoat, worn slung over the shoulders, falling mid thigh.Triple gold Medusa head  buttons graced the left lapel. Opaque stocking socks were paired to the classic ankle strap high heeled sandal. Gold accents lent ostentation to the mix.

A succession of black ensembles continued to star on the runway and included an elongated tuxedo jacket oozing of energised cool paired to a gold breastplate, a-line miniskirt, Balmain-esque power shoulder structured blazer dress worn plunging to the navel drawn in with the staple boxing belt. Eighties connotations reigned supreme. Overalls were updated in sensual, suggestive proportions. A sizzling leg baring shirtmaker maxi featured in a billowy fabric which revealed copious amounts of flesh with every stride the model made. A Grecian goddess inspired halter number came complete with plunging neckline, cinched waist and gold button detail. Libidinous thigh high splits were very Vaccarello. Seductive charm is embedded into his design DNA.

The infamous safety pin dress donned by Liz Hurley in 1994 was reconfigured and details included one shoulder, asymmetrical neckline, micro mini proportions and gold rivets held together by elasticised sutures. A liberated silhouette for those who dare to go commando.

A burnished gold leather high waisted miniskirt punctuated a simplistic sheer ruched cami. The iridescent gold leather continued to be a hallmark feature on a masculine, streamlined blazer with double button closure and welt pockets.

A monochromatic scarf print was emblazoned on streamlined, hip hugging trousers, step hem miniskirt, boxy college bomber jackets, cropped midriff baring blouse and a mesmeric wraparound dress. Grecian key motifs flourished on rebellious bandage mini dresses, transparent camis, halter plunge monokini and a textural leather miniskirt.

Aerated leather tanks added sporting luxe to a stretch leather mini whilst the staple denim shirt in charcoal was transmogrified with a punctuated leather bodice. 

Anja Rubik closed the show in an ebony, asymmetrical mini dress, waist attenuated by a waxy leather belt. Perforated leather panelling featured on the right side of the waist and cascaded mid thigh to reveal a fish tail floor grazing panel placing a modernistic edge to the garment.

By Courtney Jones.

Anthony Vaccarello Fall 2014

Anthony Vaccarello Fall 2014

Anthony Vaccarello's Fall 2014 Collection brimmed of sex infused, rock n roll glamour. High voltage looks that commanded plenty of attention continued to be a hallmark feature for Vaccarello.

The collection opened with a more modest look comprising of an ebony, leather and fur shrunken biker jacket teamed with charcoal, masculine, low slung trousers. Dove grey suiting was spliced to reveal a grey marle tee. A luxurious, ribbed, alabaster turtleneck was paired to an impeccable leather and shearling coat. An androgynous, tailored vest was worn tucked into slouch trousers.

Embellishment played a starring role on an asymmetrical mini skirt featuring bolstered discs and patent leather inserts offering plenty of seductive charm. A distressed, pronounced shoulder, cropped aviator jacket was married to a boatneck knit. Satanic red court shoes with glass sheen were a fierce addition.

Model Nadja Bender emerged with conviction in a saintly white, turtleneck mini dress knit with leopard trompe l'oeil panelling. A black, boiled wool, military inspired overcoat exuded clean, stark, monochromatic lines.

A suggestive, transparent blouse with faint pinstripe detail was worn plunging to the navel. The blouse was paired to a midi length skirt in a techy gloss fabric featuring an overtly sensual thigh high split for a dose of provocation. The look was accessorised with a ribbed turtleneck knitted collar with sterling silver chain and charm layered to bring an iridescent shine. A tooled leather obi belt hugged the waist. 

A leather sweater was punctuated by vermilion bullet holes and layered over a scarlet body con dress. Conceptual art reigned supreme on a black, strapless mini dress with cut out triangle detail and Spanish flamenco, patent flounce.

For the empowered woman, peg leg trousers twinned to a butter soft leather, asymmetrical top with diamond cut out under the bust evoking eighties powerhouse connotations. A glomesh, undulating ruffle caressed Sasha Luss's physique on a leather crew neck, body con, long sleeved mini dress worn belted. Plenty of long, lean endless limbs were on display, a Vaccarello fixture.

Anja Rubik closed the collection in a dare to  bare, sheer mesh top, leaving nothing to the imagination. A satin, floor length trench and ankle grazing maxi skirt with side split toggle detail concluded the look.

Get the Anthony Vaccarello aesthetic in your wardrobe this winter with these runway inspired garments:

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METALICUS BY YEOJIN BAE 'Wool Rib Tank Dress' $179.95

AJE 'Catara Mini Skirt' $390

WILLOW 'Reverse Knit Box Top' $250

WITCHERY 'Longline Shirt' $79.95

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ANTHONY VACCARELLO 'Openwork Dress' $3525

WITCHERY 'Leather Zip Mini Skirt' $199.95

ANTHONY VACCARELLO 'Knit Top' $1167

VIKTORIA AND WOODS 'Phoenix Jacket' $469

By Courtney Jones.