Michael Kors Fall 2013

Michael Kors Fall 2013

American King of sleek tailoring, sporting luxe, Michael Kors produced a collection rich in athleticism with a strong nod to scuba and motor sport references.

Karmen Pedaru emerged on the runway in a cobalt, neoprene, sloping shoulder, structured shell top featuring enlarged black leather placket paired with a midi length skirt with provocative thigh high split detail. Sunglasses resplendent of oversized safety goggles were the shades of choice. Accessories included white pointy court shoes complete with black elastic ankle strap, ruched elbow length leather gloves and a clean, minimalistic lady like satchel.

New Yorkers will rejoice at the abundance of wardrobe staples on offer.Chic separates working effortlessly from day to night. Classic,signature Kors hallmark features were apparent on garments including boiled wool double breasted coats and fine rib turtleneck sweaters. Jet setters with an appetite for luxurious pieces will flock to stores for covet worthy cashmere knits.

Bold,striking canary yellow highlighted a colour block zip shell top complete with trompe loeil effect panelling, drawing attention to the waist this was paired with a cuffed man style, relaxed trouser. 

Camouflage proved popular again this season as seen previously on various Michael Kors totes, bowling bags, hobos and clutch handbags. This time it came in the form of a khaki, mink fur, blanket wrap, a stellar piece overflowing with style and class. This was modelled by catwalk comeback sensation, Australian model, Catherine McNeil. The look was twinned with black knee length skirt featuring libidinous, thigh split zipper detail, a fine black rib turtleneck knit and a black waist cincher belt featuring gold hardware.

Peplums were a driving force in the collection and are here to stay for yet another season. Flattering peplums graced a royal blue sleeveless body con dress, tweed pencil skirt, leather ponti bustier dress and charcoal ribbed knit 3/4 sleeve crew neck midi length dress. Closing runway looks which comprised of black figure hugging ponti mini dresses with taffeta peplum overlay and mullet train in varying hues including canary yellow, cobalt blue and punchy fluoro orange.Karlie Kloss closed the show in a racer front, crystal encrusted mini dress with black taffeta variation.

A utilitarian, cobalt parka with black fur hood detail was a practical addition perfect for pounding the pavement on those chilly New York mornings, as was a cobalt anorak with black patent leather trimmings and funnel collar paired with two tonal textural matte leather and patent leather gloves.

Sporting references crept in on slouch silhouettes, leather perforated luxe track pants complete with large leather pockets and trousers featuring black racing stripe detail. Moto cross connotations were distinctly displayed on a metallic, quilted, Peter Pan collared jacket, shell tops and a black free flowing midi length skirt.

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By Courtney Jones.

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2013

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2013

Designer Christopher Bailey of Burberry Prorsum produced a sexually charged display this fall season, married with lady like magnetism.

This fruition led to libidinous rubberised garments, kitsch cartoonish knitwear and the time honoured staple trench transmogrified yet again with panache.

Brit model Edie Campbell revealed the opening runway look which comprised of signature Burberry taupe trench, mushroom rubberised gun fold and sleeves, artillery inspired metal belt and decorous kitten heels which were vamped up in an exotic, leopard ponyskin. Demure versus siren, replete of bourgeois chic.

Incongruitous prints including an angora, leopard print knit paired with love heart emblazoned high waisted knickers and transparent pencil skirt were a juxtaposition of naughty and nice. A butter caramel, grommet infested baguette bag was tucked neatly into the palm of model Cara Delevigne.

Spells of fetishism were evident on garments including a two tonal, oxblood leather and rubber panelled pencil skirt twinned with contoured love heart print shirt complete with leather collar.

Military accents were found on trench coats and updated in a colour palette full of rich claret and textures including pebbled, patent leather.

Chunky, bouffant sleeved, ribbed knitwear in sumptuous butterscotch was paired with a panelled, animal print pencil skirt featuring alternating, inconspicuous leopard print versus bold, capacious leopard print.

A manifestation of cocoon coat arabesques were prominent on a gargantuan zebra and giraffe print silhouettes and a vermilion, minimalistic coat featuring metal cuff inserts accessorised with drawstring, ponyskin tote.

Fringed, leather grommets punctuated an oxblood a-line skirt paired with modern polo tee featuring epaulettes and diminutive chest pockets and a trench coat was transformed into a textural delight with avant garde qualities.

Cocktail wear included a mahogany bustier, scarf hemline complete with crossed leather halter straps and midi length skirt. Karlie Kloss modelled a ebony, strapless, 3/4 length dress with asymmetrical shoulder strap detail framing the neck.

A white, rubberised trench reminiscent of a raincoat was a tres chic wet weather gear addition. This look was paired with a cow hide pencil skirt and giraffe print turtleneck knitwear. 

Drawstring pouchettes were the star accessory of the collection. Available in a range of plaid, animal print, leather and grommet encrusted hardware.

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By Courtney Jones.

 

Emilio Pucci Fall 2013

Emilio Pucci Fall 2013

Deftly designer Peter Dundas of Emilio Pucci unveiled an intriguing Fall 2013 Collection. A discordant mixture of textural fabrics and punchy contours draped lithe bodies erratically.

Sasha Luss opened the show in an intricately embellished, gunmetal grey, navy and sapphire decadent long sleeve blouse, tucked into signature Pucci scarf print, high waisted skirt, high low hem flounce detail in shades of muted lavender, black and white. The look was drawn together with a tiger, ponyskin waist cincher belt and palatial thigh high, second skin, suede boots in rich toffee.

Kasia Struss modelled high waisted ebony tap shorts, paired with beaded fringed collarless jacket in lunar accents. The look was completed with a gauzy, transparent, polka dot blouse featuring plunge, key hole, navel slit alluding suggestiveness.

Dense, woollen cape coats in monochromatic black and white featured Italian renaissance prints complete with generously sized stud trimmings.

Bouffant, dolman sleeved, silk scarf print dresses came in the form of micro proportions. Shades included cotton candy paired with dove grey and azure teamed with black and white, romantic, poeticism reigned supreme.

An injection of colour was evident on a peacock blue, boiled wool pea coat with military magnetism. Black suede over the knee boots featuring beaded adornment offered plenty of opulence.

An abundance of undulating swirls featuring transparent panelling were found on a saccharine, ice blue, body skimming mini dress.

Signature Pucci ostentation and glamour was seen on a burnished gold, sweetheart neckline, long sleeved cocktail dress starring polka dot decolletage insert. Boudoir inspiration played an eminent role in the collection. La Perlaesque lingerie slip dresses in spiderweb lace were married with exotic zebra print robes highlighted by oversized fur cuffs and collars.

Accessories comprised of zebra ponyskin hobos in camel and black, small neat boxy handbags and a fringed beaded drawstring bucket bag, an eveningwear covet worthy item. Suede thigh high boots in shades of claret, black and toffee dominated the runway, pointy toed patent stiletto slingbacks were a more demure option.

Hair maestro Luigi Murenu created soft faux fringes which swept models foreheads. Matte complexions, flesh apricot hued glossy lips, kohl rimmed eyes, lashings of mascara and false eyelashes lent a distinct 60s/70s beauty aesthetic. 

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By Courtney Jones.

Vera Wang Pre Fall 2013

Vera Wang Pre Fall 2013

Vera Wang delivered a majestically, sumptuous Pre Fall 2013 Collection, punctuated with oriental magnetism.

Kel Markey opened the show in a burnished, molten, iridescent, raised flower motif shift dress with shoulder pleating detail, waist cinching black leather belt complete with asphalt, elbow length, slouch leather gloves. Sheer, ribbed, black ankle socks bunched around models ankles. Chocolate, peep toe platforms were the preferential footwear. 

Jacquard and damask fabrics resembling rich tapestries exuded regal qualities. A decadent, opulent, amethyst brocade blazer with elongated sleeves and matching tapered trouser was a dapper accession. A black lace blouse featured an oversized, grosgrain bow neck tie. 

Saturated hues of magenta and scarlet highlighted embroided, scalloped hemmed, shifts accompanied by mocha fox fur chubbies. The brocade theme continued on narrow, floor sweeping column skirts, peplum and ruffled hemmed tanks and cleverly draped jacquard wrap dresses swathing models torsos.

East meets west orientalism glided in on modern day, cutting edge, drawstring neck kimono featuring flared sleeve twinned with a tulip skirt.

Tuxedo style chiffon wrap jackets were a sculptural, avant garde addition with a play on proportions. A sleeveless, button up blouse married with embellished, silver rosette applique panelled skirt possessed Japanese influences. A satin, chocolate box trench with beaded collar and pocket detail was a covetable garment. Other standout garments included cocoon shrugs, pussy bow blouses, a lace damask jacquard embellished panelled boatneck dress and molten metal lace shirting.

Jewellery comprised of a series of embellished neck collars and chokers often featuring undulating forms. Ombre and black two tonal leather elbow length gloves were a stylish addition.

Trend prediction alert- Brocade Baroque will host a large presence in Australian Autumn / Winter collections. Key pieces to look for include; brocade sharply tailored blazers, velvet and corded flares, religious scenes plastered on body con numbers, high necked lace blouses, tapestry hotpants, paisley jeans, leather lace up skinnies, embellished hobos, patent pumps and ruffles aplenty. Shades include wine, sapphire, emerald, ruby, gold, bronze and ebony.

By Courtney Jones.