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Alexander Wang Spring 2014
Fashion prodigy Alexander Wang, a talent beyond his 29 years of age, showcased his Spring 2014 Collection at New York Fashion Week with much hype surrounding his show. Highly respected amongst fashion peers, Wang didn't disappoint. He is the designer who consistently breaks new ground with covetable clothing and fashion darlings aplenty clamour to get their hands on anything labelled Wang!
Fashion newcomer Anna Ewers opened the show in a dove grey, pleated, rah rah skirt with white cummerbund slung low over hips. A navel baring, sloping shoulder sweat with funnel neck offered clean, stark lines. Ewers clenched an envelope clutch which was clasped at the base of the bag for nonchalant cool. Materials included mustard pebbled leather with black accents.
Post show model Josephine Skriver posted a photo of herself on Instagram with her new handbag, a gift from Wang. A handbag which will definitely have an extensive waiting list. The pulling power of the official Model off Duty uniform continues to reign supreme.
A feminine powder puff blue, cropped peplum camisole, was paired with a free flowing man style trouser worn 7/8 length. A doctor's style envelope clutch in oxblood hardened the silhouette. High waisted, fluid, grey marle culottes were teamed with a grey argyle knit cardigan worn buttoned at the bust. The look embodied loungewear with a preppy twist.
A modern day pyjama ensemble comprised of a muted rose pinstripe boxer short with elasticised waist and scalloped hem married with structured elbow length shirt with stiff white collar detail. A long sleeve version featured in the shade of cornflower blue.
A leather trackpant with strong athletic references was teamed with a midriff baring oversized top with bib overlay complete with asymmetrical hemline. Irina Kravchenko sported a deep mahogany pebbled overnight bag, concluding the look.
Nineties slogans were emblazoned across tees including 'Parental Advisory Explicit Content' in techy pearlescent fabrics. Perforated, flesh tone, elbow length leather gloves accompanied a houndstooth bralet and culotte. Houndstooth continued to feature on a parka, mini skirt and cropped top.
Logo mania dominated on a pinafore dress consisting of leather strips emblazoned with the letters ALEXANDER WANG. Logo adornment continued throughout and was evident on a high waisted skirt with thigh high split detail and leather strap braces, a white and grey leather slip dress worn low on the bust and a boatneck apron dress.
Wang favourite Kasia Struss donned a white, wrap, bouffant straight jacket twinned with flat front high waisted short with side peplum.
Platform pointy toed shootie with chunky sculptural heel, metal eyelets and criss cross laces were the footwear of choice.
Erin Wasson closed the show in a square boatneck, white perforated knee length apron with cross strap detail and pleated skirting worn exposing side bust, modesty was not evident here. Fashionistas will be waiting with baited breath for the much anticipated unveiling of Wang's Balenciaga collection in Paris at the end of this month.
By Courtney Jones.
DKNY Resort 2014
Donna Karan's DKNY line was a heady mix of sporting luxe paired with clean, minimalistic lines. Athleticism was updated in iridescent sheens comprising of sequins and sumptuous leathers.
The opening look consisted of a floor sweeping, black chiffon maxi skirt complete with devore lace front panel and opaque mini worn underneath. This resulted in an ethereal effect. The skirt was juxtaposed by an athletic, track team, mesh tank emblazoned, college style, 'New York DKNY Donna Karan!'. A tuxedo jacket with leather lapels concluded the look.
Masculine tailoring was prevalent on an oversized, textural parka. A cocoon silhouette with sloping shoulders was twinned with a streamlined, single button vest worn with sleek, tailored trouser and crisp white shirt featuring decorative, embellished collar.
A track and field inspired sweater featured blouson leather detail and lace fluted sleeves and torso. Lace continued onto flared trousers with built in bike shorts putting a modern spin on athleticism. A boiled wool, heavily structured cape coat was a strong arabesque, dominating the collection. A dapper knit and chiffon rosette formation, a-line skirt accompanied the look.
Burnished metals played a key role in the collection. They were updated offering plenty of panache, think metallic bronze, crew neck shift complete with black cotton ribbed cuffs adding a utilitarian edge. A gold, sequin bomber jacket was a lustrous addition teamed with a subtle peg leg trouser. Sequins also made an appearance on a knee length, a-line skirt. A glamorous night time inclusion with thigh high split adding the correct dosage of sex appeal. The skirt was toned down with a baseball cap, oozing with effortlessness. A matte gold leather bomber jacket is sure to get you noticed.
A vibrant jolt of cobalt made its way onto a 3 piece ensemble comprising of asymmetrical neckline, hemline dress worn over a chiffon skirt. Layering continued with a colour block, tuxedo jacket, single breasted complete with welt pockets and black contrasting lapel.
Monochromatic track pants with white piping detail were a mod addition brimming of casual cool. Track pants were married with a black blazer featuring stark white lapels, welt pockets and a mesh sports tank. Track and field gets sensual and steamy modernized with an enduring maturity. Turn up the heat, no sweat required!
By Courtney Jones.
