YSL Spring 2011
From the first outfit–a structured trenchcoat with black bow at the neck–you knew Stefano Pilati had delved into the silhouettes and inspirations of the late Yes Saint Laurent but toned it down by massaging the hemlines and tailoring. This was a truly chic Saint Laurent collection that tugged at the heartstrings of the late couturier’s … Continue reading “YSL Spring 2011”
Giambattista Valli Spring 2011
Body conscious but with a twist, Giambattista Valli continued his use of round shoulders coupled with a 1960s silhouette we first saw for spring, but advanced it with a hint of the futuristic. This being Valli, oversized frothy gowns were expected, but there was none of that. Instead, he delivered a sharp collection of stiff … Continue reading “Giambattista Valli Spring 2011”
Stella McCartney Spring 2011
I’m sorry to say it, but sensible shoes are in for spring. Stella McCartney continued that notion with her spring show, sending her models out in shoes with dark brown ankle straps, gold bridle detailing and low to medium rise block heels covered in either natural cork, raffia or wicker. As a whole they reinforced … Continue reading “Stella McCartney Spring 2011”
Stella McCartney Spring 2011
Confidently masculine tailored silhouettes in fresh pastels summed up Stella McCartney’s spring show. The color palette of rose, pistachio, fresh bergamot, lavender, wild blue and yellow sorbet appeared beautifully in woven linen garments that included straight-cut jackets with cigarette sleeves and buttoned-up polos paired with flat-fronted, high-waisted cropped trousers. But this is Stella, so naturally … Continue reading “Stella McCartney Spring 2011”
Stella McCartney Bags Spring 2011
Old-school and old-fashioned. That was my first instinct when I spotted Stella McCartney’s spring collection bags. Offered in both clutch and satchel-inspired bag shapes, the interlocking wicker weave is very granny pants, dontcha think? Stella was clearly going for a vintage look and feel with these bags, but I couldn’t help but recall those wicker … Continue reading “Stella McCartney Bags Spring 2011”
Chrome Hearts x Rick Owens
Seeing as how the Parisian designers are wholeheartedly embracing the punk rock factor for spring, it seemed only natural that the jewelry house for the rock ‘n’ roll elite would collaborate with the king of all things glam goth. Presenting the Chrome Hearts for Rick Owens jewelry collection. This isn’t any ordinary pairing, however; in … Continue reading “Chrome Hearts x Rick Owens”