February 21, 2011
by fashionpulse
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For F/W 2011 collection at Proenza Schouler, it was hard to not pay close attention to the one-of-a-kind textiles. Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez designed their own prints that were mostly tribal-inspired; slouchy pants and narrow pencil skirts were spiced up with a slightly undone quality, found in variety of prints of their newly found unique textiles. The color palette was reminiscent of earthy color tones but still had a cool, classic feel. The collection certainly had their signature stamp, and was at once eclectic but still wearable and new.
-Dana deBoer
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February 21, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
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With the likes of Eve, “the Jays” (Mr. and Mrs. Jay, ‘America’s Next Top Model’) and Nigel Barker rubbing shoulders with Amanda Lepore and her style groupies in the front row, guests expected no less than a spectacle at The Blonds’ Fall 2011 presentation. Prefaced by a debauchery-laden video montage, the show was inaugurated by two Chinese dragons winding their way down the catwalk at Milk Studios. The looks that followed did not disappoint. Donning garish glitter-encrusted wig-like headgear, models exhibited the design duo’s characteristic aesthetic of more is more, bearing taut ornate creations that demanded attention. The palette ranged from attention-grabbing black and white pairings, rope-embellished and shimmering reds to pink and purple sparkling silk and blues fading to yellow. The designs effused an enticing Egyptian-infused Asian impression, inciting dreams of escape.
-Maria Eilersen
February 20, 2011
by fashionpulse
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Prabal Gurung:
Prabal Gurung’s F/W 2011 collection showed that he is not afraid to push the boundaries of his own design aesthetic. The collection had an “undone” quality but still was red carpet worthy. There was a multitude of midi lengths and rigorous fits that kept well with the “undone” quality of the collection. Degrade furs were echoed by the colored streaks in the models hair and off-shoulder sheath dresses were shown between floor length bias cut chiffon gowns. The collection proved that Prabal Gurung has been able, thus far, to successfully push his design margins.
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Alexander Wang:
Alexander Wang’s sexy, cool, tough girl attitude that has built his brand, was returned to the runway this season with a heightened sense of luxury. Smart split-up-the-side navy knits were paired with glitter drainpipe jeans. There was also unique cocoon like outwear that was original, but still wearable. The aim of Wang’s collection was to evolve his voice from his signature of slouch and jersey, found in his lower-priced pieces. He accomplished this with hand knitted chunky knits, needle punched appliqué, and the use of finer fabrics, such as silk. Wang also experimented with hybrids of more standard designs, like a blazer turned fur coat and a tuxedo jacked with puffer sleeves.
-Dana deBoer
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February 20, 2011
by fashionpulse
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Milly by Michelle Smith
With a scene of frosty, snow-covered woods as the backdrop of her fall 2011 runway, it’s hard to not envision Milly by Michelle Smith’s models as modern Little Red Riding Hoods. This time they’re revamped with red puckers instead of capes, and punches of guava, teal, peach, and gold attire to put some zing in a winter scene. There were lots of culottes and a smattering of accordion pleats, with rich velvets and bouncy silks that would ensure an attention-worthy entrance for any girl, red hood or not.
[Images via Kaci Hamilton]
Dax Gabler
In her first collection since leaving her namesake company, Dax Gabler designer Devi Kroell has taken a break from her shiny, reptile skin heritage to take on a new one: that of her Tyrolean grandmother’s. Dax Gabler is Kroell’s grandmother’s maiden name, and this inaugural collection is also in her honor, and features boyfriend jackets, trenches, and cardigans, all in untreated Tyrolean wool. The bags, in cross-body and saddlebag styles, had their own bit of shimmer, with decorative rings dangling from leather straps and a metallic finish. So fans of the old Devi Kroell certainly won’t be too disappointed.
-Kaci Hamilton
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