Bibian Blue’s fall/winter 2012/13 collection was shown at Valencia fashion week. I am happy to see that Bibian Blue has been designing more than just corsets but rather entire elegant ensembles. Every collection seems to go a step further in that direction. In this collection the corset remains the backbone of the outfit but it is not always the focal point.
Gareth Pugh’s fall 2012 collection shown at Paris Fashion Week had a noticeable depth to it. There are so many elements combining in this collection that I enjoy. Pointed shoulders, restrictive elements, belted coats creating vague crosses, exquisite textures, cloak like dresses, fitted stretch dresses reminiscent of Kitchen Orange, and boot encasing tied leg coverings! This collection blends the elements of darkness and occult that have been trending and catching my attention with the futuristic cyber elements that have long been the backbone of my style tastes. It’s the best of both worlds!
Shown for the first time on the runway at London Fashion Week, the McQ fall 2012 collection, a more accessible brand from Alexander McQueen was beautiful and well put together. I am always interested in lower price point lines as they are often more attainable and practical. This collection didn’t compromise and kept true to McQueen’s style.
A giant full moon hung in the background of Viktor & Rolf’s fall 2012 collection shown at Paris Fashion Week. I was excited to see this collection as I intrigued by their pre-fall collection. But the runway collection seemed tacky in comparison, sheer lingerie like pieces and fur. Though I am rather uninterested in real fur, the coats did catch my attention as they reminded me of Blade Runner’s Rachael. Pre-fall on the other hand was dark, romantic but modest, mysterious, and an appealing mix of American Gothic and Victorian.
Viktor & Rolf Pre-fall 2012
Rag & Bone’s fall 2012 collection shown at New York Fashion Week gave me mixed feelings. A lot of the prints seemed almost ugly, but others kinda ugly in a good way, such as the tapestry print. My real interest here were all the layers, the spat leggings, and all the structured asymmetrical detailing.
Betsey Johnson’s fall 2012 collection shown at New York Fashion Week didn’t seem as cohesive or impressive as her fall 2011 collection. It seems this collection is drawing on many influences and ended up including many elements… mod, herringbone, 90s, florals, skulls and bones, and party dresses.
Zac Posen’s fall 2012 collection shown at New York Fashion Week threw Japanese influences into the mix, obi belts, rich jewel tones, and jacquard prints. Nothing out of his mold, but gorgeous and glamorous non-the-less.
Anna Sui’s fall 2012 collection shown at New York Fashion Week ventured into bohemian, folkish, bright patterns and prints perhaps a bit farther than my comfort zone. There were details I really enjoyed such as the round glasses, peter pan and yoke collars, and the hint of cosplay in the owl knit hats. I think the best approach to this collection is to edit, pick select pieces and draw inspiration from select aspects.
