LFW Day 2
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February was a crazy month, a whirlwind to be honest but Fashion Week season is always such a burst of inspiration and creativity when it comes to styling. For the second day I decided to put together some of my favorite clothing items and create a modern day Geisha inspired look.
This time I attended three shows (Jasper Conran, Pavane and Zeynep Kartal) at relatively small difference of time from one another and of course, they had to be in completely different locations! Imagine me, wearing stilettos and a kimono, running in and out of the car every 30 minutes.. haha. So here's a look at how second day of fashion week went. Busier indeed, but definitely fun!
This time I attended three shows (Jasper Conran, Pavane and Zeynep Kartal) at relatively small difference of time from one another and of course, they had to be in completely different locations! Imagine me, wearing stilettos and a kimono, running in and out of the car every 30 minutes.. haha. So here's a look at how second day of fashion week went. Busier indeed, but definitely fun!
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The British designer cleverly styled his collection to demonstrate the dramatic effect layering different textures in the same colour palette can have. Proportions were played with as neat long sleeves emerged from billowing chunky-knit jumpers, rich plum furs looked even more lavish against crenelated pleats, and thick suede collars stood proud atop thin roll neck jumpers. The models’ retro-inspired hair and high-heeled Mary Jane peep toe sandals added a generous helping of 1920's vibe to the collection.
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Elegance, sophistication and sharp tailoring were all on show as Pavane unveiled its autumn/winter 2015 collection at the Institute of Contemporary Arts on Saturday. Where Pavane’s third season told of a Parisian love story – one that unfolded in crumpled bed linen and faded bedroom wallpaper, a lovers overcoat and languid sheer slips – AW15 seemed to tell the next chapter in the tale: a more reflective, solemn and dark one. Structured coats, flowing dresses and sharp shirts and suit trousers in colours such as khaki, midnight blue and forest green worked together for a feminine yet timeless and classic collection.
A tailored khaki coat, nipped in at the waist was paired with striking lemon yellow heels while voluminous draping was seen in a pair of beautiful flowing wide legged trousers worn with a double breasted suit jacket with oversized lapels. Subtle pleat detailing on shirts and skirts, designed to mimic birds wings, also inserted some excitement into the inky shades. A thoughtful, elegant exploration of texture and tailoring!
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Freemasons' Hall was the perfect setting for Zeynep Kartal’s enchanting collection. Inspired by C.S. Lewis’ classic tale, Narnia, the models descended upon the catwalk in exquisitely feminine gowns crystallized with icy sequins and embellishments. The colour palette unfolded in hues of soft whites, muted greens, and blues with flashes of metallic grey. The dresses themselves were beautifully fitted, elegantly draping from the models as they floated down the runway. Contrasting with the fine lace and silk materials of the dresses were the metallic belts, almost resembling armor; combined with black over-the-knee cut out gladiator boots, they echoed an element of strength set against the otherwise delicate dresses. In this collection, Kartal was able to capture not only the feminine silhouette, but also an underlying sense of power and confidence.
Another aspect of the gowns that stood out was the ostrich feather hem along the bodies of two dresses. It reflected the setting of the fictional Narnia universe in a subtle way, and gave the dresses an added edge. There was a omnipresent sense of fantasy that Kartal created, every dress adding something different to the show and really portraying Kartal’s idea of the “battle between good and evil, day and night, light and dark”.
The AW15 presentation from Zeynep Kartal was a truly stunning affair. The collection truly represented modern femininity and Zeynep is definitely a designer to keep your eye on.
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