Ralph Lauren Resort 2014

Ralph Lauren Resort 2014

Ralph Lauren's latest Resort 2014 Collection was amplified with delicate, wasp like attitude. A poetic refinement was injected into the collection resulting in defined silhouettes exuding consummate class.

The collection opened with the time honoured black felt beret worn nonchalantly to the side. A racer front, athletic torso dress with drop waist layered georgette skirt oozed of the fifties flapper era, femininity reigning supreme. The dress was paired with an ice vo-vo crossover top inspired by ballet dancer attire. Footwear consisting of patent courts with dainty ankle strap emulated tap shoes.

Contemporary dance references continued on a black, cotton lycra leotard paired with a chiffon wrap around skirt with side tie detail worn layered over 7/8 leggings. Court shoes with satin ribbon ankle detail were reminiscent of point shoes.

A cashmere, funnel neck sweater, shrunken in proportion came complete with ribbed cuffs, hemline, and neck. A black, sarong style midi length skirt with asymmetrical hemline accompanied the look as did a free flowing trouser worn tapered at the ankle.

A billowy, cotton candy, organza transparent blouse worn knotted at the waist brimmed with romanticism qualities. This was twinned with a sweetheart neckline, strapless dress, crossover ruching featuring at the bust. The hemline fell elegantly below the knee cap. A snood neck organza poncho with leather trimmings was married with a black shoe string unitard, only for the trim, taut and terrific.

A sultry satin trench dress which wouldn't look out of place in the boudoir was replete with kimono references. The trench was drawn together at the waist by a corded belt featuring a circular, Mother of Pearl disc. A burst of colour flourished on a lavender, suede, man style trench oozing with androgyny, worn nonchalantly, collar protruding. This was twinned with a black turtleneck sweater and tailored, narrow leg trouser.

Glossy leather leggings acting as second skin were matched with a boiled wool ebony mini trench. An ornamental chrome collar with graphic connotations graced Valentina Zelyaeva's chest.

A knife edge, pleated skirt in a monochromatic floral print was worn with a velvet crossover complete with satin lapels, cuffs and waist belt. A deep plunge, sleeveless graphic print dress featuring leather vertical strips and cummerbund detail was the perfect cocktail annexation.

A closing runway look consisted of a boatneck column dress flowing diaphanously. A wraparound organza sash created a nipped in waist. An exposed back with crossover strap detail was perfect for the body beautiful.

By Courtney Jones.