Celine A/W 13-14

The Celine A/W 13-14 collection added a new form of femininity. The collection is stunning, extremely elegant and beautifully chic. The pieces really demonstrate the designer’s diversity within the industry and establish her talents greatly. Celine A/W is very tasteful and features many classic statement pieces. The collection featured oversized proportions, feminine colours, soft fabrics, creams, slates, and checks. An undoubtedly winning combination. 

MaxMara Fall 13

Maxmara reigns outerwear supremacy. The classic camel coat was pieced together with a range of fabrics to create a chunky powerful garment. Fabrics such as camel hair, shearling and leather were used to create the garments. Paired with suede trainers Maxmara enabled the athleticism trend to continue allowing for an effortlessly chic look.  Layering was a key element of the maxmara collection. Cashmere sweaters, cocoon bombers, pencil skirts dresses. Maxmara held a neutral palette of camel, with mustard tones and charcoal running throughout.

The show notes called the collection ‘The new Bauhaus' which revolved around a 'practical elegance and fuctional simplicity that have always been an essential part of the Italian heritage’  

Valentino S13

The label of class. As always the collection is feminine desirable and absolutely beautiful. I’ve picked out a few of my favourite pieces from their spring 13 collection. The pieces are delicate yet acquire a slight edginess to them through the overtly sewn panels on some of the garments. There are elements of prints, delicate chiffon and lace. There is a clear Victorian inspiration, with collars and ruffled bib fronts. As always the collection is a fairytale of romance and class. Exquisite, and totally girly. Bella valentino. 

Comme des Garcons

Comme des Garcons is so unique and so set apart from any other label within the fashion industry. I’m totally overwhelmed and in awe of this label so I thought I’d share with you my love for the genius that is, Rei Kawakubo.

The Japanese designer established the company in 1973 and has been attracting interest and controversy ever since. Her first boutique was opened only for women in 1975, though later branching out to a menswear collection in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. In 1978 a men’s line Comme des Garcons Homme, was added to her label.

Though initially receiving criticism for her extremely controversial designs Comme des Garcons shot to international fame by the mid 80’s claiming the fashion group international award in 1985.

The branding became synonymous with art house magazines and cutting edge photography.

I just decided to make a company built around creation, and with creation as my sword, I could fight the battles I wanted to fight’ Rei Kawakubo 2009