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Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Saturday, March 26, 2016
ROBERTO CAVALLI FALL 2016
ROBERTO CAVALLI FALL 2016
Creative Director, Peter Dundas of Roberto Cavalli presented a bohemian, Marrakech inspired collection reminiscent of Dutch style icon and actress, Talitha Getty. Exotic sojourns abroad called for embellished maxis, rock star shrunken suiting and sumptuous furs worn with a devil may care attitude.
Emma Harris opened the show in a free spirited, midi length, intarsia, patchwork fur coat in shades of butterscotch, ebony, dove grey and teal. A scintillating sequin scarf in the shade of emerald fell nonchalantly to the mid thigh. A deep decolletage, amethyst and gold maxi dress concluded the seventies derived ensemble.
Paula Galecka took to the runway in boysenberry, velvet flares. A grape, collarless, hand beaded blouse was worn plunging to the navel and layered to an opulent, ocelot fur coat brimming with grandeur. A multi print, elongated scarf comprised of various scarf prints in a colour palette consisting of lavender, lemon and midnight.
For the bold- an olive, gossamer lace, maxi slip dress offered plenty of allure. The floor grazing, transparent number featured scalloped, plunging neckline, ruffled chest and a drop waist. Lingerie as outerwear continued to dominate runways throughout. A lustrous, leopard sequin scarf and full length reptilian and aubergine fur coat were teamed to the barely there slip for modesty.
An off the shoulder, silk chartreuse evening dress was a captivating addition. Delicate pleating featured on flounce tiered, bust sleeves and skirting. A peek-a-boo key hole added a provocative edge to the billowy number. An embellished, tasselled scarf adorned the neck.
A pewter, textural silk, shrunken bolero featured structured shoulders and scintillating monkey motifs. A mid-wash chambray shirt was paired underneath. Highwaisted, subtle, skinny flare trousers matched the bolero and oozed of rock n roll status. A sugilite velvet scarf added a jolt of jewel tone colour.
Dark bohemian glam reigned supreme on an ebony and leopard intarsia, panelled fur coat. A fishtail, lace maxi dress was coupled to the decadent coat and starred gold and mint foil, coruscating under the runway lights.
A metallic bronze, poetic, diaphanous dress was the only mini hemline to frequent the collection. Puffed, flared sleeves, scalloped lace hem and gold pailettes kindled the star spangled garment. Under the knee, platform snakeskin boots in forest green were the footwear of choice.
The collection closed with a sheer, ice silver, sequin, column dress with fishtail hem, leaving very little to the imagination. Caviar beading enveloped curves and evoked old Hollywood glam. Russian supermodel Natasha Poly recently donned this particular runway number to the Oscars. Starlets will be clamouring to get their hands on this covetable collection.
By Courtney Jones.
Sunday, February 14, 2016
BURBERRY PRE FALL 2016
BURBERRY PRE FALL 2016
Christopher Bailey's Pre Fall offering was tinged with seventies, retro, connotations. Quintessential, British style was on the agenda and resulted in striking silhouettes with a dash of attitude.
Amazonians need only apply to wear the sumptuous, patchwork, raccoon and fox fur duffle coat in voluminous proportions. Shades of flecked honey, charcoal, vanilla and licorice punctuated the statement making coat. Black, leg lengthening flares were polished and featured crisp, white stitching.
The archival trench was updated this season in heavenly chocolate suede. A protruding collar was worn high at the nape of the neck. The trench fell to the knee cap and an ebony, suede wide belt graced the torso, complete with gold hardware buckle. A mini chartreuse, crocodile and Burberry check satchel was suspended from a capacious, gold chain handle. Narrow, navy, tailored trousers engulfed footwear.
Aviation references were prevalent on a shearling, oversized, bomber jacket. Butter soft caramel suede was highlighted by colossal sized, double breasted, gold buttons. A tasselled chain backpack oozed of downtown, London chic.
Shearling continued to star on a military inspired, khaki parka. The cosy, fashion forward addition embodied utilitarian qualities. A black, neatly collared blouse was worn tucked into raven, elongated trousers that sat low on the hip. A textural check and leather satchel finalised the look.
An A-line, neutral trench with chocolate stitching brimmed of classicism, clean, polished lines took centre stage, a Burberry staple designed to withstand the test of time.
Dark romance kindled a form fitting, crew neck, t-shirt. The sassy tee was paired to dark indigo, denim trousers with a bohemian element prevalent. A boiled wool cape coat offered regimental qualities to the mix. A compact, bordeaux hued satchel was a textural delight in fabrics consisting of suede and ostentatious crocodile.
A series of feminine dresses closed the collection including a funnel neck, short sleeve,drop waist, pleated mini which starred in forest green and mandarin hued fauna and flora, complete with black piping. Wooden, platform, block heeled ankle boots in suede were the footwear of choice. Seventies nostalgia crept in on a black, chiffon, maxi dress. Details included buttoned epaulets, preppy collar, chest pockets, white zig zag panelling and ruffled skirt, monochrome peasant folklore for the statuesque beauty.
An undeniably charming collection fused with Burberry's heritage, hallmark features.
By Courtney Jones.
Sunday, September 20, 2015
SPRING ESSENTIALS
SPRING ESSENTIALS
1. BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY
Channel your inner bohemian with a textural suede a-line mini pared back to the staple chambray shirt in relaxed proportions. An ethnic inspired shift dress evokes exotic excursions abroad. Statement making gladiator block heels ooze of polished perfection. Accessorise with the lust worthy fringed bucket bag. With a strong nod to the seventies embrace the free spirited aesthetic. Ostentatious gold sunglasses are steeped in grandeur.
ANNA SUI Printed dress $579
RAILS Carter shirt $240
EMILIO PUCCI Suede mini $1350
SEED HERITAGE Jane gladiator heel $179.95
ETRO Paisley bucket bag with leather fringe $1195
Michael Kors Bradshaw watch $495
ISABEL MARANT Gold plated cuff $780
REPOSSI 18k gold ring $10080
LINDA FARROW Gold aviators $1560
CLARINS Lip balm $34
2. MINIMALISM
Clean, sleek, sophisticated tailored lines in a crisp colour palette consisting of black and white ensure your monochromatic ensemble works effortlessly with your everyday life. Birkenstock inspired slides teamed to a simplistic LBD add the casual cool factor to the equation. Perennially chic stripes adorn a shell blouse, leg lengthening flares married to a streamlined sleeveless duster coat are the ultimate go-to for the working woman. A boxy ladylike tote will withstand the test of time. A masculine watch adds a dose of androgyny to the mix.
ALEXANDER WANG Dress $250
BASSIKE Blouse $380
Pieces Vest $120
SEED HERITAGE Flare pant $185
COUNTRY ROAD Sandal $90
GIVENCHY Graphic heels $1670
LANVIN Nomad tote $3405
MARC BY MARC JACOBS Watch $299
SAINT LAURENT Sunglasses $485
3. 90s GRUNGE
The 90s grunge trend continues to dominate and is especially popular amongst festival-goers. Uniform distressed denim cut-offs and a signature plaid shirt will ensure you conform with the youth of today. A logo less acid wash backpack is a everyday essential. Tattooed charm tiered choker necklaces and round sunglasses complete the look. The ankle boot is updated with a modern edge featuring exposed heel and double buckle fastening.
RAILS Plaid shirt $185
TOPSHOP Crop top $28
RILEY Denim shorts $125
SENSO Ankle boots $265
H and M Backpack $43
WET SEAL Choker $15
VINTAGE Trucker cap $22
FOREVER 21 Sunglasses $8.40
4. GLAMOUR PUSS
For the sassy and sensual, indulge in a titillating form fitting dress in raspberry. Polka dot mesh inserts offer a hint of body baring flesh. A rigorously cut blazer nips in the waist and broadens the shoulders. A figure hugging leather pencil skirt with industrial zips means business, enlivening the arabesque. The caged vertiginous stiletto brims with empowerment, tassels add a feminine touch. Finalise with the signature Chanel quilted handbag, the ultimate in opulence.
BALMAIN Draped dress $3505
BALMAIN Double breasted jacket $2775
DIESEL Leather skirt $910
SOPHIA WEBSTER Lacey heel $980
CHANEL Bag $9020
URBAN DECAY Eyeshadow $30
GIVENCHY Le Rouge $54
CHANEL Nail polish $41
CHANEL Mascara $53
By Courtney Jones.
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
ALICE McCALL SPRING 2015
ALICE McCALL SPRING 2015
Alice McCall delivered a whimsical Spring 2015 collection replete with flirtatious, free spirited connotations. Playful silhouettes embodying seventies bohemian charm played a starring role throughout the design equilibrium. Model besties Avril Alexander and Kendal Schuler fronted the campaign, posing together in a series of characterful garments brimming with girlish charisma.
Standouts included duck egg blue, midrise corduroy lace up flares which also featured in the shade of ebony. The flares were teamed to a dainty cut-out floral bralet or sleek black for those who prefer a minimalistic approach.
Scalloped embroidery frequented romantic, peasant folklore concoctions alongside cropped, cutaway, halter key hole blouses and high waisted playsuits including the exceptionally exquisite 'Better Be Good To Me' playsuit in the hue of angelic seashell.
Textured, saccharine lavender pink knits appeared on calf length pencil skirt, spliced crop top, three quarter sleeve keyhole body con mini dress and a relaxed shoestring strap sweetheart jumpsuit featuring wide leg arabesque complete with thigh high split.
Delicate floral applique lit up transparent stomach grazing blouses. Oversized sleeves lent fragility and innocence to the equation. A matching trumpet hem midi skirt concluded the modernised twinset. For those wishing to bare their pins team to the sculptural, origami inspired 'Miss You' shorts.
Graphite and white intarsia knits featured undulating fauna in figure hugging contours, think cut-out bras, pencil skirts, jumpers, rompers and thigh skimming mini dresses.
Seventies playfulness reigned supreme on a striped salt n pepper dress. Fringing descended from under the bust and sleeve. The 'Higher Than The Sun' jumper version was paired to narrow, 7/8 lattice sheer trousers for those wishing to channel a tailored gypsy vibe, with a dose of masculinity thrown into the mix.
Saturated periwinkle blue, dominated a peacock motif, jersey, tie up, bustier playsuit. The striking pattern called for a sojourn to Florence. Languid Palazzo pants and relaxed shirt also featured the bold, crisp pattern.
Laura Ashley inspired paisleys made their way onto poetic bishop sleeve liberty print blouses, maxis and loose fitted shorts in relaxed proportions. Shades of sky, pistachio, blackcurrant and lapis punctuated the delicate pieces.
Linear cut cotton highlighted luscious, voluminous blouses, jumpsuits and cut-out shifts in dainty shades of wisteria and spring green.
Alice McCall debuted her swimwear line this season. Expect to see form fitting one pieces in black and white, seductive scoop backs and stretch lace inserts. For those who wish to opt for a bikini look no further than the 'Out Of Sight' twinset in a athletic design which includes racer front, adjustable straps teamed to stretch side Brazilian bottoms offering medium coverage.
'And She Was There, There She Goes' is an effervescent collection bursting with pulchritude, dropping in stores this August and September.
By Courtney Jones.
Saturday, June 27, 2015
RACHEL ZOE RESORT 2016
RACHEL ZOE RESORT 2016
Doyenne of La Vie Boheme, stylist designer Rachel Zoe launched a collection replete with nomadic luxe for her Resort 2016 display. Ebullient gypset combinations were the order of the day, radiating playful charm.
The collection opened with a knitted intarsia grape and mulberry, plunge, column, floor grazing maxi dress. Gold lurex fauna ensconced the dress whilst flame red autumnal leaves added a jolt of colour to the ensemble.
Nonconformist, three piece suiting featured loose, tailored shorts, tuxedo blazer and a pussy bow blouse in a floral tomato and ebony hued print. A striking full length double breasted trench was worn nonchalantly over shoulders.
Wild child peasant folklore ruled on a lace up, corded, deep decolletage, floor sweeping dress. Details included bell sleeve and drop waist hemline. Red carpet worthy eveningwear came in the form of a coruscating sequin full length dress. Candy stripes in shades comprising of magenta, raven, eggplant and cherry lit up the incandescent garment. The dress featured an open back cut dangerously low above the gluteal cleft. Are you ready for your close up?!
A cranberry aubergine ombre shag coat was paired to a cropped sangria hued turtleneck and matching body skimming column maxi skirt. Team with a floppy fedora and round sunglasses for the ultimate in seventies allure.
Boysenberry narrow suede flared trousers sat neatly on the hip and were married to a tandoori, liquid satin blouse complete with neck tie and bishop sleeve. An elongated faux fur vest completed the look. As the seventies trend continues to prevail on runways worldwide, Zoe showcased a heavenly suede, fringed trench coat in burnt terracotta reminiscent of aromatic spices you'd uncover at an Indian spice market. A patterned satin scarf resulted in an outfit emitting pitch perfect style.
A streamlined, long tuxedo vest in ivory was paired to languid trousers complete with black racing stripe adornment. A transparent blouse added delicacy to the masculine tailoring.
A silver sable flecked stole starred alongside an alabaster poetic blouse and a textural boxy duster coat with leather trimmings. Cropped, flare trousers revealed triple strap crystal encrusted stilettos, a glam accession for day or night.
A raven, collarless sateen jacket featured black and gold fringing which encompassed the jacket's entirety. Leather and suede flared chaps were a titillating addition. Perfect for the night owl.
A burnished gold, metallic, diaphanous maxi was undeniably the trophy dress of the collection. Details included a flounce bib, bishop sleeve and a cummerbund waist in a luxuriously sheer, iridescent fabric. Platform wooden mahogany wedges concluded the look.
Embrace your inner bohemian and look to local designers Alice McCall, Unreal Fur, Carla Zampatti, Bianca Spender, Ellery and Little Joe for your fashion fix.
By Courtney Jones.
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Gucci Pre Fall 2015
GUCCI PRE FALL 2015
Frida Giannini produced a Pre Fall 2015 collection rich in deluxe sixties and seventies references for her second last collection at the helm of Gucci. Giannini will step down from her role as Creative Director at the end of February at the conclusion of her Fall 2015 womenswear collection in Milan.
Giannini's current collection opened with a sloping shouldered, russet and ebony, dip-dyed cocoon fur coat. The coat was paired to a pair of charcoal, boxy, cuffed culottes oozing with androgyny. Footwear comprised of lace up, pointy toed, stiletto brogues, hardened femininity in polished perfection best conjures up the sumptuous footwear.
A waxed, terracotta, leather shift dress skimmed the body effortlessly and fell above the knee. A silk, teal, pussy bow blouse added a poetic edge to the mod squad inspired shift.
A wardrobe staple included a button up, collared, blouson dress complete with gathered shoulder and bishop sleeve. The bold, graphic print consisted of an undulating grid in shades of turquoise, oxblood and black. Ever reliable, classic workwear attire that will transcend well into the evening and withstand the test of time.
Glamour is embedded into Gucci's DNA and a lavish toffee, buff and vanilla fudge fur coat was bursting with bohemian folklore luxe. Teamed to oversized round wayfarers, distressed indigo denim jeans complete with beaded embellishment and a bold silk blouse. This ensemble is a surefire way to garner plenty of attention on the street.
Seventies revivalism reigned supreme on a shaggy fur trimmed, suede, trench coat. The coat featured an opulent, gargantuan Mongolian lamb fur collar, wrist and hem trimmings and was finalised with a belt attenuating the waist and colossal sized buttons resembling freshly baked Brioche. A fine, ribbed, camel turtle neck and sleek, narrow, flared trousers completed the look.
A streamlined silhouette was evident on a tomato red, zip up, boiled wool coat which fell mid thigh and included storm patch inserts, high-waisted belt detail and circular zip ring. Dapper flared trousers accompanied the look which was accessorised with a small, polished satchel with interlocking GG fastening and chain handle which added an industrial feel.Vermilion, pointy toed brogues poked coquettishly from underneath the trousers.
A fanciful, forest green, salmon and black irrefutably modern camo printed, floor grazing maxi was a decadent accession. Plunging v- neckline and ruffled short sleeve brimmed with romanticism and elegance. A more dramatic eveningwear version was displayed in scarlet and raven with keyhole neckline and obsidian suede inserts grazing the decolletage, torso and wrists, punctuated by silver rivets lending Gothic glam to the equation.
A heavenly, textural delight was unmistakable on jacquard tailored trousers, plaited leather skinny belt, silk gridded blouse complete with neck tie which was married to a cropped, boxy vest with black fur collar and cap sleeve detail. Embellished, grandiose gems adorned the vest adjoining ostentation to the mix. A suede, crystal, encrusted box clutch concluded the look.
Practically minded pieces included Nordic inspired jumpers, 7/8 trousers, monochrome overcoats and a luxurious, timeless, double breasted camel coat.
By Courtney Jones.
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Carla Zampatti S/S 14/15
Carla Zampatti S/S 14/15
Australian designer Carla Zampatti celebrated her 49th anniversary in the fashion industry this year and her MBFWA Spring/Summer collection titled 'Darker' did not dissatisfy. Avant garde, contemporary contours played a starring role in the collection offering cultivated beauty and grace.
Aussie export Nicole Pollard opened the collection in a structured, crepe, jumpsuit featuring clean, minimalistic lines with flared trousers producing a languid silhouette. A simplistic black band choker and wrist straps accompanied the look.
A boatneck, peak shoulder, floor grazing column dress oozed with sleek, Zen like qualities. The look was complete with a waxed leather belt attenuating the waist. Footwear comprised of bondage inspired strappy sandals brimming with attitude.
Former ANTM winner Amanda Ware emerged wearing a standout body con, jersey bolero twinned to a navel baring bandeau paired with waist hugging fluid flares in ebony.
Masculinity reigned supreme on an oversized tuxedo with deep plunge jacket and crepe 'That 70s Bell-Bottom' pant complimenting the look, think a modern day version of YSL's Le Smoking tuxedo.
Garments took style cues from Tom Ford's 2002 YSL collection with grosgrain ribbons adorning the chest. A model strode with conviction wearing a diaphanous porcelain, georgette shirt with dolman sleeves worn tucked into a high waisted, floor length, crepe noir skirt with side split allowing for freedom of movement. The shirt trailed elegantly behind.
Stephanie Carta made a return to the runway in a chartreuse, high-low full skirt, grazing the mid thigh. A daisy, texturised, strapless bustier and body con bolero finalised the look.
Provocation dominated on an alluring black lace cocktail dress featuring dare to bare colossal key hole detail. Lace also played a starring role on 'Sheer Perfection' bell bottoms which were married to a chiffon, transparent halter top modelled by Rachel Rutt. Impeccable tailoring was evident on a sculptural snow white blazer complete with shoulder rosette embellishment. A fitted, stretch, pencil skirt was a polished addition. Fragility, ethereal, feminine qualities ruled on a strapless, chiffon dress with gossamer a airiness present.
A Grecian Goddess inspired creation came in the form of an ivory, floor length dress consisting of nude fabric swathing the decolletage lending the appearance of a strapless dress. A fifties inspired, sheer ribbon banded dress with crinoline skirt was a majestic accession which would've looked stunning on screen siren Grace Kelly.
Electric cobalt blue lit up the runway on a series of garments including a pulchritudinous evening dress and skirt, feather chubby and a georgette 'Cleopatra' gown which was an impressive number.
Maddison Brown closed the collection in a tangerine, cropped, ostentatious feather chubby teamed to a georgette, halter, handkerchief hem dress. A clear plastic visor accompaniment lent a sci-fi edge.
By Courtney Jones.
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