September 22, 2011
by fashion pulse contributor
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Sass + Bide
Sass +Bide used contrast to create harmony via mixing navy and white polka dots with sequins and bright silk, which felt bold and refined at the same time. Strong metallic and tribal beading formed a beautiful alliance. If there was one thing that left viewers pondering, it was how could “opposing forces” possibly work so well together?
Vivienne Westwood Red Label
Vivienne Westwood wholeheartedly believes in fashion and fun as one unit. Through adapting historical garments into more modern pieces, Westwood shows no restraint, which is what we often love most about her. Over-the-top hair and makeup imposed even more sculpture to already exaggerated suiting pieces, as trousers, jackets, and blouses were untamed, and extravagant in dimensionality. For the eclectic designer, fashion continues to be a living political expression and art form warranting conversation, even decades after her brand’s inception.
Jonathan Saunders
Jonathan Saunders traveled back in time to a period of graceful femininity by using a delicate, “sugary” palette of colors, simple sundresses, negligees and pinafores that were reminiscent of the 1950s wholesome housewife. Traditional fabrics, such as pin-dot printed cottons, jacquard, and silks kept things orderly, while ombre skirts, and dresses paired with sheer silks broke free of the old-fashioned, retro air as if to say cheers to the modern woman in all of her relevant roles.
-Alana Quagliariello
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September 20, 2011
by Julia DiNardo
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Amongst the sturdy, woven pieces that seamless;y translate from runway to real way, Jaeger London showed an imaginative mix of color and fabric, filmy layers, and burnt orange and cool blue color combinations that is sure to attract even more stylish women to the label.], already a longtime favorite of Fashion Pulse Daily!
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Mulberry
This season Mulberry featured sherbert and saturated, monochromatic citrus hues with some artfully draped leather pieces in the mix, but naturally we couldn’t keep our eyes off of the lemon and lime hued bags!
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Burberry Prorsum
The heritage brand is also very clearly thinking of tribal for spring 2012, with gorgeous patterning, twisting, and tying of skirts, and dark olive, khaki, deep teals, punchy maroons, and honey-tinged outwear perfect for an urban safari. Check out the show’s livestream, as well as shop select pieces from the collection-now!
-Julia DiNardo
September 20, 2011
by fashion pulse contributor
Preen
Preen previewed their most girly collection yet as they continued with clever cutting and simple, sexy silhouettes. White lace, ruffles and a once-floral print pixilated into a pattern of lemon yellow and bubble gum pink began the show. However, things darkened toward the end with a black floral motif, perfect for the professional woman. The design duo proves they are still going strong as their silhouettes become more streamlined and their collections more sophisticated.
Clements Ribeiro
Suzanne Clements and Inacio Ribeiro used extremely personal inspiration, their home and studio, as the source of the show’s fruition. Nineteenth century wallpaper and lace, sixties uniforms, and new volume evolved into striped lace pencil skirts and a longer hemline. A newer, more athletic element featured silk pants and shorts, matching racerback tanks and boxy tees. Still, the Clements Ribeiro show could only be described as sensationally sweet, with its romantic touch of home.
Issa London
With It-girl Pippa Middleton (and chairwoman Camilla Al Fayed) attached to the brand’s name, the buzz about the Issa label could signal tremendous expansion. This season displayed pretty dresses, the most coveted being the frocks in white eyelet and black and metallic lace. Drawing on Rio de Janeiro, a natural muse, the tropical pineapple and palm leaf prints decorated both suits and dresses. To continue with the theme, a variety of swimwear and cover-ups popped on the runway to complete the 40 piece production, sure to be seen around town come spring..
-Alana Quagliariello
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