MICHAEL KORS SPRING 2017 COLLECTION

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION 2017

Iconic designer Michael Kors presented an effervescent Spring 2017 collection replete with American classicism. Easy elegance was very much in attendance with flirtatious floral dresses oozing with finesse. Distinguished lines were also on offer with sleek, sleeveless, belted twill trenches in midnight blue.

Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls opened the show in a navy blue, streamlined trench dress. A defining silhouette ensued with the waist attenuated by a simplistic fudge leather belt. A contrasting, stark white collar added a nautical edge. A provocative thigh split brought allure to the equation. Accessories comprised of mocha, leather, peep toe platforms complete with dainty ankle strap. A utilitarian, two tone, envelope satchel was slung across the chest and finalised with gold hardware.

Flower power reigned supreme on a cornflower blue, navy and pristine white argyle vest modelled by Frederikke Sofie. The floral, emblazoned vest was coupled to a paisley, pinstripe combination, masculine shirt. Elongated sleeves were punctuated by delicate floral cuffs. A 70s inspired skinny neck tie featured in the same delicate daisy print. An above the knee, a-line, flounce skirt was highlighted by asymmetrical bold flora panels. Minimalistic, white accessories took centre stage and included white frame aviators, a bourgeois stark contrast, platform peep toe high heeled sandals and a sleek mini satchel finalised with a canvas, slate grey, shoulder strap.

Kors favourite Cameron Russell modelled a 40s derived, floral, halter, ruffle bandeau in shades of oyster grey, chocolate,caramel and midnight. Belted, high waisted bikini bottoms starred tiered, hip ruffles adding a voluminous touch. 

 Upper crust elegance prevailed on a Lauren Hutton inspired safari suit in heavenly white. Over extended sleeves with side split cuffs, a belted nipped in waist and a collarless neckline screamed of polished panache. Languid palazzo pants offered freedom of movement to the silhouette. A navy, crisp shirt with an oversized collar was teamed underneath the jacket with matching skinny scarf adorning the neck. A waxy leather, envelope clutch accessorised the sumptuously good pantsuit. 

Dutchie Marjan Jonkman took to the runway in a bloom filled trench dress. The appealing number featured peak shoulders, attenuated waist, streamlined sleeves and a bare v-neckline. A capacious skirt proceeded to flow, grazing kneecaps.

Splashes of turquoise, lime, watermelon and fuchsia ignited the runway with feminine arabesques consisting of bralets, tea dresses, poetic blouses and floor sweeping column maxi dresses.

An exuberant presentation replete with quintessential wardrobe staple taking you from boardroom to bar.

By Courtney Jones.

MICHAEL KORS FALL 2016

MICHAEL KORS FALL 2016

Design stalwart, Michael Kors produced a timeless fall collection enriched in opulent brocades, decadent furs and tailored tweeds. Although not a ground breaking collection by any means, Kors stuck to the tried and true formula of precision cut suiting and floaty, feminine dresses which worked effortlessly in the working woman's wardrobe. Bare pins were very much in attendance, slightly impractical in the fall months but Kors declared he "Likes bare legs for winter".

Julie Hoomans took to the runway in a pine lime, wool pea coat. Ostentatious plush fur graced the cuffs and collar. A matching lime, cable knit jumper was paired to an indigo, a-line, tweed mini skirt. An elongated, paisley skinny scarf adorned the neck and featured in shades of sky blue, navy and white. Masculine, patent, fringed loafers concluded the punchy ensemble.

A rich, cornflower blue, double breasted coat oozed with polished panache. Three quarter sleeves revealed extended spliced sweater and Peter Pan blouse which was married underneath. Enormous, round sunglasses complete with white frames and ebony lenses added a Jackie Kennedy element to the chic number.

A saturated lilac, wool melton pea coat added a jolt of colour to the runway. The bold hue continued to star on a ribbed, cable, turtleneck, cashmere sweater. A breezy, ostrich plume, a-line mini skirt added frivolity to the luxurious separates. White, high shine, fringed leather loafers and a mini mauve satchel complete with silver chain handle concluded the look.

Chanel connotations were injected into a lavender, thigh grazing, tweed coat. A muted grape fur shawl collar graced the neckline and featured onyx, charcoal and white flecked fur panelling. A ribbed charcoal turtleneck was worn underneath. A hipster, a-line mini matched the coat and brimmed with youthfulness. Sharp, pointy toe ankle booties were cut low on the ankle and were punctuated by grey and raven leopard print.

Other standouts included a heavenly, oversized fur coat in honeyed neutral tones. A seventies inspired paisley, pussy bow blouse poked coquettishly from underneath a mocha, tweed shift dress. Mammoth, tortoiseshell round sunglasses were the accessory of choice, perfect for those wishing to go incognito or dodge the paparazzi.

Quintessential elegance for the New York woman with a desire to look stylish and sophisticated as well as attaining a fashion forward approach to dressing.

By Courtney Jones.