Rochas Catwalk Fashion Show Paris FW2015

Ninety already; Rochas is turning into a grande dame. A jubilee that did not antagonize Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s attempt to reach the modern woman though. For his third Rochas collection he did look back. At a collection from 1934, to be precise. Swallows was his theme of choice, which he translated through prints and embroideries. Dell´Acqua´s choice of fabric was delicate and winter proof. Even his cocktail dresses were made out of the softest, warmest teddy like materials. Meanwhile lace and fur, velvet and sheerness magically merged together. In a palette of caramel browns as well as silver, grey, navy, burgundy and a surprising touch of yellow. The show´s feminine silhouette was visible through midi skirts, dresses and coats; not a pair of pants at sight. Waists were accentuated, bow blouses elegantly tied and body parts gracefully covered. A classical image, yet one with a definite modern appeal. The proof that age is just a number and Rochas, led by Dell´Acqua, still has what it takes.

Dries van Noten Catwalk Fashion Show Paris FW2015

Historical richness and modern elegance met each other at today´s Dries van Noten catwalk at Hôtel de Ville. Here he presented a definite luxurious collection with just the right amount of coolness. Or, as the designer called it himself, grounded glamour. Army trousers worked beautifully with brocade, embroideries and fur. Floral and oriental prints flawlessly merged into original patterns given an extra touch of glam by shiny beads and sequin. Trenchcoats, sweaters and wrap/over skirts were followed by combat culottes, waistcoats and turtle necks. Worn with a certain careless cool (hands in the pockets), but given the absolute luxury van Noten treatment. Safari chic covered under a cloak of lavishness, like only Dries van Noten could pull it off.

Liselore Frowijn Show Presentation Paris FW2015

Dutch designer Liselore Frowijn made her debut this afternoon in Paris, at the first day of Paris Fashion Week FW2015. She presented a small collection in a salon environment. As a designer Liselore feels the continuous drive to capture the energy she obtains from art, music, people, and different cultures she is surrounded by, in her work. Fashion is the best medium to translate all of this in one eclectic vibe.

Dolce & Gabbana Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

If you know Italian men, you know how important their mamma is to them and the whole family. So after Dolce and Gabbana presented their ode to family life during the mens collections, Sunday’s Viva la Mamma show made sense. Model mommy´s and their mini me´s strutted the catwalk in the most romantic, feminine and typical Italian (Sicilian) creations. Model Bianca Balti even paraded around with her pregnant belly. A rare playful and lovable fashion scene, which made hearts beat faster and eyes tear up in the audience. One way to win over the critics, but the clothes didn´t disappoint either (even though the designers stuck to their save, successful, signature style). Lace dresses, touches of fur and midi lengths, classical collars, corset shaped bodices were all in the mamma mix. Red roses played a crucial part, popping up as prints and as embroideries, even real ones carried in bags. New were the more lighthearted pieces that had colorful kids drawings printed on them. A strapless white gown perhaps was inspired by Angelina Jolies wedding gown last year, which she let her kids draw on. Paired with crystal crowns worthy of a queen the designers made their point stressing the importance of a mother figure. Yummy mummies whose hearts Dolce and Gabbana certainly have won over after this show. A smart mamma move!

Marni Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

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Roberto Cavalli Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

A super short animal printed party dress opened Cavalli’s f/w show. Luckily paired with a large woollen cape, or we would have been looking at the wrong season. Although in Roberto Cavalli’s world an animal printed party dress is always appropriate. What followed were floor sweeping dresses and airy poetic blouses combined with waistcoats and statement trousers. Ruffled bibs, frilly cuffs and a strong focus on the waist. Some denim, silk and corduroy. There were touches of military, bohemian influences and maybe even some eastern references. But most of all it was a mix of fashion pieces that will make the Cavalli customer’s hearts beat faster. Festive, seductive pieces to hop from cocktail to dinner to fancy yacht party. That Cavalli women doesn’t care too much about whether the silhouette is more seventies nowadays or the color palette should be pastel and faded; she just want to have a good time. That being said the sizzling ombré plissé goddess gown that concluded the show is a dreamnumber in any woman’s world.

Bottega Veneta Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

Tailored polka dot printed pants dominated the Bottega Veneta show for the first ten looks or so. Paired with lurex dot sweaters and silk shiny blouses they immediately brought up a sixties and seventies vibe. Midi lengths paired with knee high boots and mod coats added to that effect. As did color clashing looks in shades of both orange and purple. As well as geometric patterned cocktail dresses, several full on lace numbers and polka dots suits. Models with come as you are hair surely looked original in Thomas Maier’s risk taking ensembles. Yet all together it might not be the prettiest Veneta collection. But presenting a hit collection clearly wasn’t Maier’s goal. His risk taking collection was meant to shake things up a bit in order to move on. Mission accomplished.

Versace Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

Black coats and pinstripe suits opened the Versace show on Saturday. Given the Donatella touch of course, paired with thigh high boots and big buckled belts. Not too mention the color that played a crucial part in Versace’s a/w story. Primary shades of green, yellow and red spiced up every look, popping up on both accessories and key pieces. Sporty meets sexy was the case when leather met up with jersey and short bombers were paired with high wasted trousers. Even though the models were buckled up and wearing turtle necks they seduced the audience like no other Versace show. With sheerness and cut-outs revealing their best assets. Some looks (when styled differently) would be suitable for hitting the office, others for a day out in the city. As a large part of the collection existed of party numbers like cocktail dresses and body suits. Tonight Donatella Versace celebrated femininity and youth. And with hashtags, @ signs and the Versace letters placed all over the models looks, in sparkling crystal; Versace was a celebration of digitalism as well.

Jil Sander Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

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Sportmax Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2015

Sportmax embraced the country life for fall, incorporating rugged and Western elements as well as pretty wildflowers with artful elegance. It was a great collection of outerwear and knits that exuded soft femininity with a graceful rustic edge, all of it perfectly wearable.
The dominant coat silhouette was a gentle wrap in black and camel double cashmere trimmed with raw blanket stitching and tied with a corded leather belt that created a gentle hourglass shape. Chunky Aran knits came as off-shoulder dresses and tops with exaggerated fold-over collars and fringed hems. There was an easy, vaguely Eastern feel to the asymmetrical cuts, particularly with the oversize floral prints of anemones and chrysanthemums silhouetted in black against white backgrounds on easy color-blocked dresses and wrap tops and skirts, again with corded details.

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