ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL 2016

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER FALL 2016

Parisian designer, Alexandre Vauthier delivered a hedonistic collection laced with sensual fabrics in alluring body con silhouettes.

German model Toni Garrn featured throughout the Fall 2016 presentation and evoked blonde bombshell glamour perfectly.

A fire engine red, patent leather jumpsuit is sure to get your motor running. The utilitarian garment oozed with sex appeal. Details included a plunging neckline, bouffant sleeves worn pushed up ever so insouciantly, oversized pockets and a skinny leg arabesque. Scarlet stilettos and bed head tresses concluded the saucy number.

A slinky jersey evening gown injected seductive glam into the equation with a spliced torso and decolletage revealing a flirtatious game of peek-a-boo. A thigh split offered freedom of movement. Black, strappy stilettos were highlighted by delicate diamantes.

A scalloped, funnel neck, transparent, raven, leopard lace dress featured three quarter sleeves, mullet hemline and a satin sash waist tie. The cascading lace screamed modern day gothic glam. A rouleau strap, deep decolletage, sheer bodysuit was paired underneath. 

A vanilla military inspired pea coat starred brass buttons and black patent leather elbow patches. A floaty, feminine, poetic dress featured layers of fluid chiffon in the passionate shade of vermilion. Cut-out, over the knee, suede thigh boots were highlighted by lace up suede detail up the back of the leg.

Military shades crept in on a cutaway, halter, khaki tank which was teamed to a languid, sport inspired, patent leather trackpant complete with cigarette leg, elasticised waist and gargantuan zip pockets.

An olive, wool, pea coat was paired to a liquid pewter, body caressing dress. Sexy drapery fell mid thigh. Taupe over the knee thigh boots finalised the tactile, neutral ensemble.

A candy apple red, v-neck, wraparound dress featured long sleeves with gold button cuff detail, an asymmetrical hemline cut dangerously high on the upper thigh and a satin obi belt to attenuate the waist.

A racy pantsuit consisted of sleek, form fitting, black, highwaisted trousers, racy boudoir meets the boardroom mesh triangular cami married to a panelled obi belt with multi ring detail. A peak shouldered tuxedo jacket was worn nonchalantly over shoulders. 

A molten metal, metallic gold pleated maxi skirt screamed of seventies disco connotations. A matching gold lame cami was twinned to the skirt. Bronze, T-bar sandals were an indulgent addition.

An inviting collection for the enduring socialite.

By Courtney Jones.

Zuhair Murad Resort 2015

Zuhair Murad Resort 2015

Zuhair Murad's Resort 2015 Collection was a culmination of everyday staples through to dramatic, scintillating, high voltage eveningwear fit for the red carpet. Safari and colonial influences were prevalent. A bourgeois and tailored update to the fatigues found in army surplus stores across the globe.

The collection opened with a pistachio hued safari inspired mini dress. Details included funnel neck, black mesh armhole inserts, gold button closure, zippers exposing subtle box pleats and a waist cincher belt creating a sleek, streamlined silhouette. Bondage style, peep toe stiletto sandals were a vampy addition. Look two comprised of ebony, cigarette leg  trousers with flared ankle detail. A modern, contemporary, textural delight came in the form of an aerated black mesh blouse featuring pistachio placket, pockets, cuffs and peplum. Imagery conjured up edgy athleticism.

Safari inspired garments continued to dominate and included a lace up, utilitarian, cuffed short sleeve shirt reminiscent of the famed YSL dress modelled by supermodel Veruschka. Locally look to Australian designers Bec and Bridge and One Teaspoon for garments fit for an African expedition. Sensual lace made an appearance on a body con, cap sleeve, knee length dress. A khaki obi created a robust arabesque drawing in the waist adding feminine allure. Bohemian, gypsy overtones were prevalent on a diaphanous, floor sweeping maxi. A tiered skirt featured intricate embroidery and billowy sleeves.

Sumptuous eveningwear featured fluid drapery caressing every curve of the models' physiques. A lady bug red and ebony gown consisted of v-neck plunge neckline in silk with tooled leather waist cincher. A fanciful accession brimming of finesse. A burst of scorching tamale starred on a sweetheart, a-line mini dress. The full skirt screamed of pulchritude. Flesh toned sleeves and decolletage, which Murad is famed for, were evident and created the illusion of tattooed inner sleeves with the red fabric cascading down the entire arm. A sultry, sophisticated cocktail number came complete with scoop cowl neck back and tattoo brocade detail. A slimline, pencil skirt concluded the look.

Ikat print played a vital role on a peak shoulder, plunge tuxedo jacket. Embellishment in shades of tomato, burnished gold, white and black made for an electric combination. Look to Sass and Bide for a similar aesthetic. Streamlined, cropped trousers  in ebony completed the look. A floating tile shift dress in stark white and black was a monochromatic addition. Perfect office attire with a sassy twist. Emilio Pucci and Roberto Cavalli-esque garments were evident in the form of a pellucid, cobalt , lace up kaftan in a gossamer delicate fabric. Labour intensive, floral, applique embroidery adorned the kaftan. Covet worthy attire for the Cote d'Azur. A square neck, beaded bodice graced a floor sweeping evening dress. A sheer transparent skirt injected plenty of glamour.

For the modish bride, a boatneck, 3/4 sleeve, ivory, fishtail gown featuring tooled lace and beading teamed to a skinny leather belt with bow detail drawing in the waist. The collection concluded with a high neck, cutaway, drop waist, milky white full skirted gown. Aztec and zig zag embellishment added grandeur and vivacity.

By Courtney Jones.

Bec and Bridge S/S 14/15

Bec and Bridge S/S 14/15

Bec and Bridge's S/S 14/15 MBFW collection was a culmination of liberated garments, rich in seductive charm. Perfect for the quintessential effervescent party girl. Figure hugging silhouettes flourished throughout the collection. Relaxed, androgynous garments with a hint of feminine charm were also thrown into the mix for the modern day tomboy.

Look 1 comprised of a patchwork indigo and chambray oversized jacket teamed to a racer front, two toned, knitted tank. Asymmetrical fringing detail graced the mid torso area. A raw hemmed, handkerchief tweed skirt fell to the knee. Sheer, white, mesh midi boots complete with black panelling and peep toe detail concluded the look. Fringing continued to dominate on a drop waist, knitted shift dress in relaxed proportions. Oceanic shades of blue lent a calming aesthetic.

A chambray, deep plunge, bustier dress came complete with high waisted, undulating tweed skirt which caressed every curve. A succession of stripes played a starring role yet again amongst designers at the MBFWA collections and this time were evident in the form of a halter plunge, white and black top paired to cropped, languid, flared palazzo trousers in horizontal navy and white stripe. Alexandra Agoston modelled a cut-away body con mini dress with wraparound waist adornment which fell mid calf. A stylish arabesque, punctuated with attitude.

A midnight and ebony blanket wrap jacket with black leather tie belt oozed of energised cool. A funnel neck, flat front placket, denim shirt dress completed the look. Bec and Bridge's signature second skin dresses featured in textural horizontal stripe with key hole detail adding allure. Hook and eye sutures in a rippling form dissected a navy jacket creating a silhouette bursting with magnetism and sculptural lines. An iridescent, hip hugging, ra ra skirt added an injection of youth to the equation. A Grecian Goddess, bandage wrap, halter top featured mesh sleeves and decolletage. This torso baring top was paired to a scintillating, high waisted, transparent skirt.

A standout, minimalistic, off the shoulder, ebony woven dress fell to the knee with a titillating thigh high split for an added dose of glamour. A strapless bodysuit was worn underneath for modesty. Clever drapery was evident on a strapless, velvet, basket weave top with crossover halter bust detail. A ruched, asymmetrical, PVC, ivory mini skirt with fish tail flounce concluded the look. Eighties references reigned supreme. A powder puff blue mesh dress was deconstructed glamour at its best. Spliced torso and undulating, strategically placed hook and eye detail oozed of sex appeal, a one shouldered mesh sleeve modernised the dress to a whole new level.

A terracotta red leather top in a waxy finish was a chic accession. This was married to a white asymmetrical flounce mini with fine pinstripe detail. A free form cape coat in eggshell with leather lapel adorned the model's shoulders. Pyjama inspired shirting made its way onto the runway in the form of a relaxed, button down, striped shirt with black placket and press stud closure. Matching culottes in micro proportions concluded the look.

A convivial display sure to delight Bec and Bridge devotees aplenty.

By Courtney Jones.

Anthony Vaccarello Fall 2014

Anthony Vaccarello Fall 2014

Anthony Vaccarello's Fall 2014 Collection brimmed of sex infused, rock n roll glamour. High voltage looks that commanded plenty of attention continued to be a hallmark feature for Vaccarello.

The collection opened with a more modest look comprising of an ebony, leather and fur shrunken biker jacket teamed with charcoal, masculine, low slung trousers. Dove grey suiting was spliced to reveal a grey marle tee. A luxurious, ribbed, alabaster turtleneck was paired to an impeccable leather and shearling coat. An androgynous, tailored vest was worn tucked into slouch trousers.

Embellishment played a starring role on an asymmetrical mini skirt featuring bolstered discs and patent leather inserts offering plenty of seductive charm. A distressed, pronounced shoulder, cropped aviator jacket was married to a boatneck knit. Satanic red court shoes with glass sheen were a fierce addition.

Model Nadja Bender emerged with conviction in a saintly white, turtleneck mini dress knit with leopard trompe l'oeil panelling. A black, boiled wool, military inspired overcoat exuded clean, stark, monochromatic lines.

A suggestive, transparent blouse with faint pinstripe detail was worn plunging to the navel. The blouse was paired to a midi length skirt in a techy gloss fabric featuring an overtly sensual thigh high split for a dose of provocation. The look was accessorised with a ribbed turtleneck knitted collar with sterling silver chain and charm layered to bring an iridescent shine. A tooled leather obi belt hugged the waist. 

A leather sweater was punctuated by vermilion bullet holes and layered over a scarlet body con dress. Conceptual art reigned supreme on a black, strapless mini dress with cut out triangle detail and Spanish flamenco, patent flounce.

For the empowered woman, peg leg trousers twinned to a butter soft leather, asymmetrical top with diamond cut out under the bust evoking eighties powerhouse connotations. A glomesh, undulating ruffle caressed Sasha Luss's physique on a leather crew neck, body con, long sleeved mini dress worn belted. Plenty of long, lean endless limbs were on display, a Vaccarello fixture.

Anja Rubik closed the collection in a dare to  bare, sheer mesh top, leaving nothing to the imagination. A satin, floor length trench and ankle grazing maxi skirt with side split toggle detail concluded the look.

Get the Anthony Vaccarello aesthetic in your wardrobe this winter with these runway inspired garments:

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METALICUS BY YEOJIN BAE 'Wool Rib Tank Dress' $179.95

AJE 'Catara Mini Skirt' $390

WILLOW 'Reverse Knit Box Top' $250

WITCHERY 'Longline Shirt' $79.95

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ANTHONY VACCARELLO 'Openwork Dress' $3525

WITCHERY 'Leather Zip Mini Skirt' $199.95

ANTHONY VACCARELLO 'Knit Top' $1167

VIKTORIA AND WOODS 'Phoenix Jacket' $469

By Courtney Jones.