September 9, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[All images via wwd.com]
The Show: General Idea Men’s RTW Spring 2013
The Theme: The Last Lumberjack
The Color Palette: Neutral colors, camo prints and plenty of neon accents
Best/Collection’s Signature Standout Look: General Idea constructed an energetic collection that still maintained a tough, rugged image. Outdoor gear like windbreakers, puffy vests and boat shoes were made current with neon accents and razor sharp cuts. The standout look, seen above, was a camo jacket layered over both an athletic navy windbreaker and a more classic pinstriped shirt. Complimented with lime lace up oxfords and an orange knit beanie, this look proved just how with-it menswear can be.
-Danielle Sepanek
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February 13, 2012
by fashion pulse contributor
[Images via WWD.com]
Think little boy all grown up. General Idea’s modern menswear and streetwear took inspiration from athletics, more specifically hockey. Titled “After Games,” the Fall/Winter 2012 collection transformed sportswear to ready to wear by bringing in heavy duty boots, high tops, furs, parka jackets, and plaids and quilted fabrics all in gorgeous earthy colors. The burnt orange was so refreshing, yet masculine and strong, plus, how about legging sweatpants? I think it’s the new go-to piece for the girlfriend to steal! Layering any of these pieces will make the perfect utilitarian look. Our favorite? The cream fur vest with maroon trimming paired over an olive green jacket and grey turtleneck.
-Alana Quagliariello
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September 16, 2009
by fashionpulse
[Images via Fashionising.com]
General Idea
Though General Idea’s S/S 2010 was mainly a black and white collection, hot pink and a variety of kaleidoscope prints made their way onto the runway. The collection featured a new take on one of this past season’s popular silhouettes — sleeveless and short sleeved tops and trenchcoats, sporting exaggerated rounded and pointy shoulders — as well as drop crotch pants and shorts, gladiator sandals, and jumpsuits. A daring favorite (definitely not for the faint of heart!) were the trench-turned-jumpsuits numbers worn by all the models at the end of the show.
Douglas Hannant
Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, served as the central inspiration for Douglas Hannant’s Spring 2010 collection, which heavily consisted of sculpted evening gowns and jersey dresses resembling more alluring versions of the toga. The location — the Plaza Hotel — and method of presentation — the dresses, quite literally, put up on pedestals — did well to compliment the elegance and caliber of Hannant’s delicate collection.
Kai Milla
Kai Milla’s first collection after taking a well-deserved break for motherhood is flirty and fun. New structures, beading and embellishments add an exciting touch to tried-and-true silhouettes — in doing so, Milla’s beautiful garments are modern and trendy, yet timeless enough that they won’t go out of style any time soon.
-Sarah Nason
