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26 FEBRUARY 2010
BURBERRY CATWALK REPORT
It was only the design house's second season showing in London, but at Burberry's London Fashion Week show the celebrities were out in droves for a glimpse of the upcoming Winter collection. Mary Kate Olsen, Olivia Palermo, Kate Hudson, Kristen Stewart and Mario Testino all lined the impressive front row in the hope of discovering a new outfit for autumn.
Christopher Bailey, the Yorkshire man behind the labels designs, created a collection that was a clear nod to the military services, even going as far to describe the runway models as Burberry's very own cadets. Sheepskin pilot jackets, khaki shaded suits, trench coats and officer's coats were emblazoned with zips and buckles and paraded down the catwalk to much fanfare.
The designer pieces weren't all robust, masculine and martial in their appeal however. Figure hugging dresses created from sensual satin and lace were peppered throughout the collection teamed with leather and snakeskin over-the knee boots. The addition of such light and airy pieces to sumptuous fabrics like fur, suede and pony-skin gave Burberry's winter wardrobe a sexy, seductive look.
Delicate and romantic on the inside, but with a tough and hardy exterior; Burberry's new collection is designed to entice and enthral.
Filed under: Fashion on 26 FEBRUARY 2010
26 FEBRUARY 2010
MILAN FASHION WEEK FASHION REPORT
At Milan Fashion Week it seems that the designers have a one track mind, with daringly short mini dresses and raunchy fabrics pushing their way to the top of next season's trends.
Emilio Pucci led the way, with wisps of sheer lace and chiffon providing barely-there dresses to meagrely cover the model's forms. Teensy slips, back-revealing gowns and clinging, stretch trousers were all created to provoke desire and stir emotions. The collection, full of see-through lace, floating chiffon, crystals and mink, was heavily influenced by lingerie and luxury.
Donatella Versace championed an attention seeking, ultra-glam style as always. Fitting with the trend for showing lots of leg, her miniscule designs had a tougher feel to them, using metallic leather patchwork to generate sensuous dresses in bright yellow, blue, silver and gold. The final look was one of high-watt glamour and unapologetic sex appeal.
Elsewhere, Alberta Ferretti went against the grain and opted for the designer's signature look; romance and femininity. A gentle, neutral palette of pale, nude shades, antique cream and vintage green immediately made the collection pretty and sweet. Twenties style dresses fell past the knee or flared outwards, in a dignified alternative to the highly charged, micro-dresses of Pucci and Versace.
Filed under: Fashion on 26 FEBRUARY 2010
24 FEBRUARY 2010
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK HAIR AND BEAUTY REPORT
The key hair and beauty trends which appeared at New York Fashion Week were an unapologetic reflection of The Big Apple itself; dynamic, cosmopolitan and eclectic.
One prevailing look throughout all the Autumn/Winter collections was the dramatic lip. Next season expect to see lots of grungy lipstick shades adorning stylish pouts. Hues will vary from dark violets as seen at Peter Som to the classic red at Donna Karen or even Doo.ri style burgundy shaded glitter for the truly intrepid. Ideal for winter, a bold lip looks all the more remarkable against a pale yet glowing complexion and is the fastest way to take your makeup from day to night.
Hair took on an imperfect image during the New York shows. The emphasis was placed on tresses looking lived-in and real, rather than high maintenance and stiff. At Zac Posen, Odile Gilbert was given the brief that hair should look like it had been perfectly crafted the night before, but then slept in. Elsewhere, Marc Jacobs sent his models down the runway with hair which was easy and simple. The locks were glossy with health and vitality but left mostly un-done with natural movement and shape. After all, nobody's perfect.
Filed under: Fashion on 24 FEBRUARY 2010
24 FEBRUARY 2010
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK REPORT
If New York Fashion Week is anything to go by, fashion is growing up next season with uncomplicated shapes and colours soon becoming the next big trend.
Black will be making a return as the staple shade for the colder months, but it's not drab or boring thanks to some feminine and soft touches. Look towards Vera Wang's collection for inspiration; the show opened with a black boyfriend jacket, tastefully decorated with jumbo organza flower corsages tacked onto the lapel and shoulders. The final result was a slick yet flirtatious outfit.
When winter rolls around low hemlines and knee length skirts will be on everyone's must-have list. Oscar de la Renta dusted some old Hollywood Glamour over his designs, creating slinky, long gowns which are destined for the red carpet, as well as calf-length straight skirts which were more country club than after party.
Texture is going to be a key aspect of piecing together outfits by the end of the year. Michael Kors scattered fur throughout his collection whilst others opted for feather trims, crinkled lame or luxury cashmere.
Whichever texture you opt for one thing's for certain; next season, fashion's getting serious in New York.
Filed under: Fashion on 24 FEBRUARY 2010
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