MIU MIU SPRING 2017

MIU MIU SPRING 2017

Legendary Italian designer Miuccia Prada carved out a dandified Spring 2017 collection enriched in 60s and 70s post Italian war glamour. Pitch perfect style fused with retro connotations resonated with a succession of garments oozing with radiance and old world allure.

Look one was modelled by Dutch newcomer Birgit Kos and comprised of a raven, halter, bandeau swim top complete with button hole strap closure, Aztec embroidery plastered across the chest and a ruffled hem embodying girlish charm. Matching, high waisted full briefs completed the flirty swimwear set conjuring up images of 50s style pin up girls. An understated, black apron skirt was tied casually around the waist, exposing legs. A perfect beach cover up. Patent, black, double strap slides featured a tomato red, platform heel. An embellished, artisanal swim cap adorned the head adding sass to the ensemble.

Anastasia Panasenko modelled a 70s derived, graphic print bikini bralet in shades of khaki, mandarin, vanilla fudge and black. The abstract print continued to dominate on matching, high waisted, boy leg swim briefs. Eclectic, rimless, burnt orange sunglasses were oversized and sat low on the bridge of the nose. Peony pink pool slides were accented by mammoth camellia motifs adding flower power to the equation.

Gigi Hadid modelled a pristine, military green, tailored shirt. Sleeves were of 3/4 length. The wardrobe staple was worn tucked into high waisted, embroidered knickerbockers. A bouffant silhouette billowed from hips. A simplistic, polished, mini satchel was clutched neatly. Navy and fairy floss pink platform wedges in patent leather were a leg lengthening accession.

For those seeking less body baring mash ups look to the high shine, patent leather pea coat. The knee length inclusion starred contrasting white buttons and was nipped in at the waist by a slimline, toffee leather belt. The chic coat was teamed to a 60s inspired, high neck, blouse ignited by a graphic, oblong design in shades of cherry, muted pink and white. Paisley knickerbockers were twinned to the playful blouse. Pearlescent, peep toe, platform, T-bar wedges were the footwear of choice.

A culmination of cornflower blue garments dominated the runway and included a boiled wool pea coat, a terry floral robe, a belted trench and a delightful, voluminous petal clutch.

Italian nostalgia melded with coquettish enticement very much on the agenda.

By Courtney Jones.    

Dolce and Gabbana / Miu Miu Eyewear Collections

Dolce and Gabbana / 

Miu Miu Spring/Summer

Eyewear Collections

Even though the weather may be cooling down sunglasses are a year round staple which can transform and update your look, placing an eternally chic factor on any ensemble. These standout, prestigious offerings from Dolce and Gabbana and Miu Miu are fashion forward options with avant garde qualities. 

Dolce and Gabbana's Almond Flowers Collection-

Top Right- These effervescent, square-shaped shades brim with pulchritude and romanticism. The featured Almond blossoms native to Sicily evoke the dreamy, feminine qualities so dear to the signature Dolce and Gabbana style. The powder puff pink, white and moss green blossoms gracing the frames are available in an assortment of lenses including black background with dark grey lenses, aqua green with light grey gradient lenses and red with dark grey lenses.

Top right, row 2- Oozing of consummate class these impeccably glamorous sunglasses feature hand-painted blossoms and intricate gold leaves laid one-by-one along the frame. The elegant butterfly silhouette comes to life with soft, dusty pink petals gracing the black acetate frame with enigmatic gradient grey lenses for those wishing to go incognito. The famed unobtrusive logo is placed under the resin which lends a bourgeois aesthetic. Dolce and Gabbana model, Bianca Balti stars in the illustrious eyewear campaign set in idyllic Sicilian paradise.

MIU MIU- Pictured bottom right and left

Miu Miu a luxury label synonymous for its characterful designs, independent style distinguished by a strong personality delivers a spring/summer eyewear collection rich in playful irony. Luminosity and grandeur reign supreme. The exaggerated cat-eye style is skillfully handcrafted by enameled decorations in intense lively hues. Gleaming transparencies on the nylon frame lend an ethereal, lightweight feel brimming of energised cool. The colour palette consists of mouthwatering shades including cobalt, Fanta orange, muted lavender, peony pink, cornflower blue and yellow citrus which are highlighted by the transparencies of the nylon frame.

By Courtney Jones.