TOM FORD FALL 2016

TOM FORD FALL 2016

Designer Tom Ford kicked off New York Fashion Week with a bang, showcasing his Fall RTW 2016 collection at the former Four Seasons restaurant. A roll call of supermodels took to the runway including Ford favourites Amber Valetta, Liya Kebede, Carolyn Murphy and Natasha Poly. The collection fell into two categories, ladylike military surplus versus amplified, impeccable glamour.

The first series of looks Ford experimented with textured tweeds, herringbone and washed leather, oozing with earthy connotations. Key looks included a slimline, charcoal, tweed pencil skirt which fell elegantly below the knee. The demure attire was given a dose of attitude when pared back to a honey fudge, butter soft leather jacket. A collarless, elasticised neckline, poetic sleeves and peplum waist featured on the dip dye number. Statement making jewellery was on the agenda with chain drop earrings sporting gargantuan horn and leaf accoutrement. A gold ring choker was adorned with a molten centrepiece.

Ondria Hardin modelled a structured, high neck, camouflage jacket complete with moulded peplum. A hazelnut, double leather belt nipped in the waist, feminine silhouettes highlighting the waist reigning supreme. Lemon, rounded aviators complemented the side part, slicked back hairstyle exposing enviable razor sharp cheekbones. Black, second skin, leather, over the knee boots oozed with dominatrix qualities.

American model Carolyn Murphy ignited the runway in an opulent, round neck, long, sleeve, body skimming, sequin encrusted gown. The scintillating number starred chilli red and white sequin panelling emulating flames cascading form the upper thigh. 

Natasha Poly modelled a radiant, boatneck, long sleeve, cocktail gown encapsulated in gunmetal grey and raven sequins, sheer decadence prevailing. A black waist cincher attenuated the waist of the body caressing arabesque. An opaque, ink, wide choker framing the neckline concluded the red carpet worthy addition.  

An eye catching, tomato red, wraparound, plunge sequin dress in relaxed proportions was not for the faint hearted. The eighties derived number offered plenty of seductive charm with the sequined fabric swathing the torso ever so effortlessly.

An oversized leopard print, exotic, funnel neck, sleeveless blouse starred in the shade of dove grey and ebony. The bold print was married to a sleek black pencil skirt embellished with delicate hand beaded crystal fringing which glistened with every stride Binx Walton took on the runway.

Other standouts included sumptuous fur coats steeped in luxury; think 3/4 patchwork coat with a plush shearling collar, intarsia colour block floor length coat in shades of vanilla bean, chocolate and black and a mottled shearling, dip dye coat in monochromatic hues of oyster grey, snow white and ink.

A collection enriched with stylish majesty for the jet set, fashion pack.

By Courtney Jones.      

 

Emilio Pucci Spring 2015

Emilio Pucci Spring 2014

Fashion extraordinaire, Peter Dundas of Emilio Pucci produced a breathtaking collection, bursting with pulchritude and rich in bohemian luxe. Dundas channelled the seventies with ostentatious displays teamed to peasant folklore.

Natasha Poly opened the collection in a plunge, floral embroidered mini dress with white scalloped lace framing a bare decolletage, wrists and thighs. The blossoms featured intricate beadwork . Terracotta fudge suede under the knee boots were adorned with ankle eyelet detail. The embroidered embellishment continued to frequent the runway and also starred on a macrame, racer front cutaway column maxi. A bandeau was worn underneath and revealed a toned side torso. A striking macrame poncho with excessive suede fringing was the ultimate beach cover-up for the luxury loving globetrotter.

Saccharine shades featured on a delicate, rouleau strap chemise  twinned to matching narrow flared trousers. A scarf choker in sumptuous shades of mandarin, mustard, peony pink, azure and lavender was the perfect accompaniment. 

A triangle cut out feminine maxi complete with beaded spaghetti straps and bust detail was suspended by silver, circular disc detail. Diaphanous silk fabric in Pucci's signature archival print came complete in muted shades of sherbet, mustard, magenta and ice blue. 

Punchy mandarin, forest green and white graced a cropped kaftan with bell sleeve detail. The boxy blouse lent a lackadaisical approach to the ensemble which was married to hip hugging embroidered shorts with tassel adornment. Toffee, cut out gladiator heels added polished panache. Seventies jumpsuits were updated and were highlighted in elongated, sleek proportions. Think narrow flares with pocket flaps acting as a subtle peplum creating shape throughout the silhouette. A dungaree dress in the bold shade of turquoise lit up the runway.

A riot of colour was starred on an electric tomato, burnt paprika and amethyst billowy high-low hem dress. Details included bejewelled bib necklace and baby doll arabesque. Sheer decadence and impeccable glamour accented the ensemble. 

The collection closed with a succession of generously cut maxi dresses in a kaleidoscope of colour. Tie-dye fabrics rich in liquidity garnered plenty of attention in voluminous proportions championing luxe bohemian goddesses.

By Courtney Jones.

Gucci Fall 2012

Dark romance is the best way to describe Frida Giannini's latest offering this fall season.
Dramatic tailoring with a sexy edge was a reoccurring aesthetic.
Velvet in jewelled tone hues such as emerald, chartreuse, turquoise, sapphire, amethyst, and onyx featured heavily on maxis, blazers, plunge neck, drop waist evening wear as well as languid trousers which appeared almost skirt like in volume.
Slouch leather pants tucked into crocodile flat under the knee boots lent an androgynous tone to the collection.

Jacquard fabric featured on jodhpurs, coats, Edwardian goth dresses, soft olive ruffle blouses.

Sheer, sexy blouses with sunray pleating, applique and embellishment dominated the runway, often tucked into high waited, fluid knee length skirt with flounce.

An oversized fur coat in chocolate and desert sand was a real standout on the runway. It wreaked of opulence, modelled by Yulia Kharlapanova. Shearling and shag coats also made an appearance.

Other ensembles resembled silk pajamas but far more decadent, with prints that could have drawn inspiration fron the artist Van Gogh.

Chunky knits, tassel trim cardis and cheongsam style blouses completed the collection. As usual the collection finished with show stopping evening gowns. Layers of tulle enveloped models physiques, with plenty of flesh on display.

Statement handbags were big and boxy in patent crocodile. Peep toe suede bootie with ankle cut out was a chic addition.

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2012

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2012

This fall season the Roberto Cavalli woman is a rock n roll, gypsy.

Key pieces included deep olive, structured, brocade blazer, copper embellished top with breastplate detail and diaphanous maxi dresses in snakeskin print.

Skinny scarves featured fringing and feathers which resembled an exotic bird. Fabrics were fluid and opulent. Intricate detail featured heavily on garments. Luxurious fox fur stoles, vests and jackets completed the look. Layering was a key element in the collection.

Animal prints that were prevalent included leopard, zebra and snake.

The colour palette consisted of olive, burgundy, navy, nude, musk and metallic shades such as copper, bronze, gold and gunmetal grey.

Accessory wise, think big and bold. Animal print cuffs and gold scalloped cuffs adorned models wrists. Flower motif necklaces graced models decolletage. High heeled snakeskin moccasins and vertiginous lace up ankle booties were a glamorous accompaniment.

I have included images from the Cavalli fall campaign which was shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. It stars supermodels Natasha Poly, Mariacarla Boscono and Karen Elson.