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Friday, 27 February 2015

Catwalk update- Gucci goes geeky - AW15 Milan Fashion week

It was Alessandro Micheles first collection for Gucci since Frida Giannini's sudden departure after the pre fall collection in November and it certainly was a change in direction from Pre fall. Unfortunately for Giannini the Pre collection looked more Zara than aspirational Gucci. It was commerical, but oh so predictable.

Of course Michele was always going to want to move away from this with his own stamp, and I'm undecided if its the right direction for Gucci. This collection is certainly more playful, more vintage, and very Miu Miu... and its certainly fresher than the previous collection.
It has an air of charity shop chic about it, the pretty girl you see in the library who isnt just beautiful and clever but you want to copy her style too. The style muse could be Margot Tenenbaum with the blonde bob, beret and pelted mink coat.

Unfortuantley the trousers were ill fitting (maybe its deliberate), the models looked scruffy, and the colours have Prada/ Miu Miu written all over them. The oriental blossom prints are beautiful but I'm sure we saw something similar two seasons ago at Dolce and Gabanna. They say trends are slowing down, but surely there are newer prints?

The berets, geeky tortoise shell specs, pussy bow blouses worn outside bold jacquard coats, and the pleated leather skirts bring it into this century and save the collection for me. And the signature Gucci Hybrid loafer Mule with gold bar detail thrown in reminds you that its Gucci after all.
I'm sure we still have the best to come from Michele, roll on spring summer!

Gucci AW15

Gucci AW15 RTW

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Gucci, RTW AW15

Gucci, AW15

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Friday, 20 February 2015

Wardrobe Update- Rocking the Starsky and Hutch look

My favourite outfit this week was my 'Starsky & Hutch' look. I bought the burgundy leatherlook coat in the sale at Zara in Barcelona back in January. I had hated this coat when I first saw it all those months ago, but now I can't get enough. It was the best 29 euros I have ever spent, and with the continuation of the 70's trend just growing, I know it will definitely be coming out over the next twelve months.

Teamed with a new Zara back collared dress, and my new favourite Topshop Python leather booties.

Links to buy are below.

Zara dress £59.99

http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/dresses/flared-dress-with-collar-and-bow-c358003p2554553.html

Topshop Python Print boots £98

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/boots-460/marvel-ankle-boots-3230683?bi=1&ps=200

Trend Alert- Furry Feet

Fur has been trending up for the last couple of seasons, and last AW14 season was the year of the fur accessory (Fur scarfs being a huge hit!).

AW15 will be the year of the fur booty... whether its fur effect, pony skin, or slightly more teddy like, feet are getting fury in rich browns and Tan. This trend compliments all the talk of the 70's revival with the relaxed folkloric theme which we have seen from designers such as Anna Sui and A Detacher from New York.

A Detacher, AW15 New york fashion week

Anna Sui

Derek Lam AW15

A detacher, AW15 New york fashion week

Sunday, 15 February 2015

The American Classic- Derek Lam RTW AW15 (NYFW)

Are there any designers who arent going seventies this season?

Derek Lam showed the power of the 70's is more than a flash in the pan with his interpretation on this seasonsbiggest trend, yet still kept it effortlessly cool.

And what makes it 70's I hear you ask?... kick flare trousers- check, the use of suede/ ponyskin and leather- check, belted trouser suit... hell yea!

A favourite of mine were the new hybrid loafer-ankle boot in rust patent leather with cream piping which was worn with bare legs and taken through the collection under kickflares and strapless dresses.

The use of contrast piping was replicated throughout the collection not only on the footwear but also on an oversized knitted sweater with cream trim and even down a navy kickflare to give the look of elongated stripes.

The must have fabric of the season- the double face wool, was used to update the robe coat and the signature 70's wool trench with contrast revers (You can't have a seventies collection without a trench now can you?) And the re-invention of pony skin tipped with leather gave the double breasted pea coat a modern edge.

The use of Rust head to toe in the sleeveless trouser suit made a strong statement, this collection was certainly not American Hustle Jennifer Lawrence, but more Bradley Cooper- girls dressing like boys yet still looking American classic cool.

Roll on next Autumn... x

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Saturday, 14 February 2015

Rebecca Taylor- Flares and Fringing (NYFW) AW15 RTW

The 70's vibe has hit Rebecca Taylor this hard this season, but in a more sexy, feminine way while still maintaining her signature look of ladylike coolness. Seventies floral 'William Morris' style printed dresses with high necklines, long sleeves and short hemlines keep things relaxed and easy to wear, while reusing the same print for a skinny kick flare which makes the collection more Janis Joplin from her psychedelic acid rock days.Glossy leather over knee boots and a metallic silver leather ankle boot were the key footwear peices in Teal and oxblood red. The Matalo wide leg pant and the tie neck sheer blouse rang alarm bells of 'Chloe' from AW15 Pre -fall, but I'll let her off as that was also a particular favouite collection of mine.The fringed wool coat and clean denim jacket were a nice alternative to sheepskin and nice to know no harm was done to any animals in creating a still inspiring and beautiful collection. Must have peices from this collection; the sweeping maxi floral dress with high neck and long sleeves, the fringed wool jacket and the Teal leather over knee boots... yes please!!

Rebecca Taylor AW15 RTW

Rebecca Taylor, AW15 RTW

Rebecca Taylor RTW AW15

Rebecca Taylor, RTW AW15

Rebecca Taylor, AW15 RTW

Rebecca Taylor, RTW AW15