October 12, 2010
by fashionpulse
[Images via Elle.com]
Erdem
After curating the Victoria and Albert Museum’s “Diaghilev and the Golden Age of the Ballets Russes, 1909-1929“ exhibition, Erdem Moralioglu weaved the wispy ethereal nature of ballet costumes right through his collection. Fluid and supple as the movements of the dancers themselves, the lace appliqué and Macbethian red on mini dresses and billowing floral maxis will only ground the designer’s status as the crown prince of delicate details.
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Burberry Prorsum
It’s an art to stray skillfully from the foundation of an established line while still having critics see the history and the connection. Christopher Bailey’s models were hardly the plaid-toting Charlotte Yorks that Thomas Burberry went on to acquire as a fan base. Studded biker pants and fitted jackets made for sexpot pieces that seemed stolen off the set of a 2011 remake of The Avengers. The turquoise belts and lime green bags brought the black pants and tan jackets to life. Color blocking just took on a whole new meaning.
[Images via Elle.com]
Antonio Berardi
After seasons of body-conscious silhouettes, designer Antonio Berardi pumped up the volume – literally – on his Spring 2011 show and presented charming dresses that had a bit of an edge. Simple bell detailing on slightly voluminous 50s dresses and skirts had a dainty sweetness to them without being sickly sweet. Some unfinished hems brought the modern-fairy-tale quality a bit closer to earth, yet Berardi’s body con fans are never excluded. Elegant floor-length dresses with plunging necklines and daring slits will do the body good.
–Kaci Hamilton
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June 25, 2010
by fashionpulse
On June 7 the 28th annual CFDA Fashion Awards were held in New York at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center. These awards honored the remarkable contributions made to all areas of the fashion industry over the past year. Many amazing designers came out to support the event and its nominees. Here is a recap of the results:
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Womenswear Designer of the Year Marc Jacobs
Menswear Designer of the Year Rag & Bone
Accessory Designer of the Year Alexis Bittar
Board of Directors Special Tribute Alexander McQueen
Swarovski Award for Womenswear Jason Wu
Swarovski Award for Menswear Richard Chai
Swarovski Award for Accessory Design Alexander Wang
International Award Christopher Bailey for Burberry
Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award Michael Kors
Eugenia Sheppard Award Paper’s Kim Hastreiter
Eleanor Lambert Award Vogue’s Tonne Goodman
L’Oréal Popular Vote Award Ralph Lauren
-Claire Schmidt
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March 9, 2010
by fashionpulse
[Images via LondonFashionWeek.co.uk]
Vivienne Westwood Red Label
Never dull, deliciously gaudy colors daubed the F/W 2010 Collection, imbuing plaid, pinstripes and solids with flair on the catwalk. The line was thick with heavy layers, angular cuts and voluminous texture, comprised of looks accented with whisky flyaway bouffants fit for tea with the Mad Hatter. Purple suits, pink coral tights and the odd apron epitomize the funky and endearing Westwood-ian aesthetic that makes Wonderland come to life, just in time for Tim Burton’s new film premiere.
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Burberry Prorsum
Christopher Bailey seduces us yet again with when sexy meets conservative in his F/W Collection. With a touch of color , thigh-high python and black-scaled leather boots and tons of fur, Bailey revamps basic outerwear in another Prorsum line to die for. Jackets ranged from classic thigh-grazing trenches and waist-length bombers to cropped volumes of fur-lined leather. The neutral and jewel-toned garments that peeked through were rich in texture, providing a fine contrast to the sheer black tights underneath the cropped cuts. Letting his designs speak for themselves, models rocked natural wind-blown hair as onlookers slowly turned green with envy. Check out the entire collection here.
-Maria Eilersen
