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.      

 

Billion Dollar Babes S/S 14/15

Billion Dollar Babes S/S 14/15

Australian designer Michelle Cooke, of Billion Dollar Babes produced a jubilant line up for her S/S 14/15 collection. The collection kicked off with BDB's Resortwear line. Think exotic, maxi embroidered kaftans in staple shades of midnight and black, perfect beach to bar ensembles. Bohemian references reign supreme, brimming of energised cool. Gathered peasant blouses teamed with nautical striped bikini bottoms are a chic cover up option. Ideal for a tropical paradise sojourn. A sassy tropicana, halter jumpsuit comprised of gathered neckline, attenuated sash belt and palazzo pants in relaxed proportions. The tropicana print continued to feature on an azure, wraparound, flounce cap sleeve maxi dress complete with thigh high split, adding seductive charm.

Sporting luxe references crept in and were evident on a boxy mesh muscle tank and mesh jogging short. A drop waist, crew neck, short sleeve, flounced hem dress was a sizzling number for the bold. A striking, ombre, shirtmaker maxi dress in delectable shades of duck egg blue and indigo was a standout garment. The diaphanous skirt oozed of class.

Cocktailwear comprised of an asymmetrical, turquoise, graphic print dress with side split detail. A knee grazing, body con version was a sassy annexation. Lace played an integral role in the collection and starred on charming tennis tops, dainty pencil skirts and lace up kaftans in shades of spearmint, black and ivory.

Enticing eveningwear consisted of a bourgeois, v-neck knee length dress with slimline belt creating a defined silhouette throughout the waist. The body skimming godet arabesque was a flattering design and is available in shades of daffodil and staple summer white. For those seeking a floor length gown this style featured in sizzling black. Enchanting lace panels punctuated a floor sweeping evening dress. A scintillating, intricately embellished navy and nude gown is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Clever drapery was prevalent on a boatneck maxi featuring ruched waist and sensuous open back, cowl neck detail. A fine silver chain graced the back, body jewellery at its finest. A lustrous sequin adorned dress complete with ribbon straps and waist bow belt featured in shades of azure, blush and black. Metallic accents flourished on a gold, peak shouldered column dress with circular disc pattern. Sheer sophistication teamed with allure best describes this sultry number. Lackadaisical glamour came in the form of a crisp white shirt worn unbuttoned to the navel and knotted at the waist. Sleeves rolled up nonchalantly. The classic shirt was married to a sequin maxi skirt in ice silver and ebony.

Billion Dollar Babes exclusive collection is available online at www.billiondollarbabes.com.au

 

1. Amelia Lace Dress

2. Penelope Dress

3. Amelia Beaded Dress

4. Lily Shirt Dress

5. Lily Embroidered Kaftan

6. Lily Peasant Blouse

7. Bridget Dress

8. Lola Godet Mini

9. Bridget Dress

10. Stellar Dress

11. Penelope Skirt

12. Penelope Dress

 

By Courtney Jones.