Gucci Fiat 500 Collection
Gucci is one brand that is always up for a fun collaboration. To wit, Frida Giannini this week unveiled her design partnership with Lapo Elkann on a limited edition Fiat 500 (absolutely adorable!) that will launch in April for around $24,000. For those who love the project but don’t have the need for a car, … Continue reading “Gucci Fiat 500 Collection”
Gucci Bags Fall 2011
With clothes offering an abundance of texture and color for fall, Frida Giannini made the right move by keeping her accessories subtle and, for the most part, understated. The majority of the collection shown on the runway was small and subtle. The idea, it would seem, is that they’re meant to complement, not dominate, the … Continue reading “Gucci Bags Fall 2011”
Francesco Scognamiglio Fall 2011
With Lady Gaga and Madonna as clients, Francesco Scognamiglio is clearly having a moment all his own. While at first glance this young Italian appears to appeal to the Ferré, Pucci and Aquilano Rimondi set, upon closer inspection he’s actually a lot more engaging–dare I say kinky even. While his designs maintain classic shapes–pantsuits, gowns, … Continue reading “Francesco Scognamiglio Fall 2011”
Burberry Prorsum Fall 2011 Review
While the ready-to-wear had the critics drawing mixed reviews, Christopher Bailey’s fall bags at Burberry Prorsum were whimsically beautiful. The bowling bag was the clear standout style, with an alligator trimmed landscape version drawing top remarks for its English men’s shoe inspired details (note the two large tassels). The oversized yet simple tassels add a … Continue reading “Burberry Prorsum Fall 2011 Review”
Proenza Schouler Fall 2011
Only Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez could make Native American Indian look this incredibly chic and desirable. For fall the unrivaled duo took a road trip–from Sante Fe to Wyoming, to be exact–and used a collection of blankets they amassed along the way as the starting point for their ingenious fall collection. But if you … Continue reading “Proenza Schouler Fall 2011”
Marchesa Fall 2011
The deteriorating beauty of Miss Havisham–the New York season’s second reference to the Great Expectations character–served as the touchpoint for Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig’s fall Marchesa collection. Decadent? Yes. Absolutely. The collection boasted shredded fabrics and embellishments in shades ranging from subtle blush and porcelain to more devious smoked sky and fiery red. The … Continue reading “Marchesa Fall 2011”