Fendi Fashion Show Womenswear Milan SS2017

Stripes and florals lead the way at Fendi. Sporty and romantic came together in the first Fendi show since the Trevi Fountain spectacle in Rome. And even though that location is hard to beat this collection did a great job at wowing us. Styles may have had lots of historic references and influences from other decades overall they appeared young and modern. Especially that selection of wide legged 7/8 pants with cropped – underboob revealing – tops. Fully buttoned shirts were given a playful twist by the fun styling (sporty socks and crazy bags). Even those aprons appeared fresh in combination with those XL geeky glasses and metallic model lips. Perhaps Lagerfeld tried to teach us a fashion lesson. If you feel your outfit might fall out of place just add some bizarre styling tricks and you’re all set. Although the clothes would have been just as beautiful without all the distractions.

Roberto Cavalli Catwalk Fashion Show Womenswear Milan SS2017

Fashion might have made a big turn from normcore to maximalism over the last few seasons, the Roberto Cavalli woman has stayed true to her sexy seventies style all along. For spring/summer too she’s going to dress like a free spirited vixen, be it with a little more accessory and detailing.
Not only will she be wearing colored velvet flared pants. They’re going to be embroidered from top to bottom too. Patchwork (a mix of floral and animal prints as seen on pants, tops and dresses) is going to be a big theme in her warderobe ass well. Airy maxi dresses and studded leather jackets fit in perfectly as extra fringes, lace up details, studs and ruffles will add to the seventies swing. Beaded jewelry, bee-like glasses, cowboy belts and skinny scarves in the mix. The Cavalli girl has always loved to live life to the max, she’s just turning things up a notch for next summer.

 

Gucci Catwalk Show Womenswear Milan SS2017

We left the Gucci show venue a bit overwhelmed. That was a lot to take in. From the setting (the carpeted catwalk with trademark Gucci stripe to the barely lit, smoke filled mirrored room and Florence Welch reading the poems of William Blake on the soundtrack) to the clothing; Alessandro Michele let it all out. Elaborating on his previous – extremely successful – collections he sent out a selection of outspoken, costum-y clothes matching the SS2017 “illusion of love”-theme. A collection not too different from the one hitting stores right now. Never change a winning formula, right? The success formula of seventies meets Renaissance was still a big theme. Evening dresses, platform loafers (with an extra slipper inside), frilled cocktail dresses and silky co-ords. Lots of metallic accents, florals prints, huge earrings, enormous hats and those crystal embroidered glasses topped it all of. A marvellous collection that will surely have Gucci fans all over the world go wild. And while we’re still head over heels with this current Gucci image. We can’t help but wonder when Michele will surprise us with some new ideas. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Yet a few more seasons of this maximalism success story and we might start to think it wasn’t true love, just a fling.

NYFW SS2017 Trend Round-up

NYFW is a wrap and what a week it was. From Kanye’s opening show to Marc Jacobs closing we’ve been presented with an inspiring fresh fashion season. Current styles have been further explored as revolutionary new ideas made their way onto the NYC runway. See now buy now was the overall theme as clothes straight from the catwalk immediately went on sale. Some of the crisp trends even already experienced their streetstyle moment. We’re talking cinched waists, cut out shoulders, foldover skirts and summer-y pinstripes looking splendid on some of today’s streetwear stars. Next summer you can even leave the house in robe-like coats or dressed bikini tops. And of course spring is the time for florals and ruffles. Ultimate wardrobe classics like the white shirt and the kaki trench coat are being deconstructed and updated in tons of ways. Yellow will be the main color for summer. Cut-outs are cool and a sweater with an image of Elvies on it is even cooler. Oh and did you notice the focus on the sleeves has now led to sleeves getting their own slit? To sum things up before we jump ahead to London Fashion Week here’s a fingerlicking first trend selection for spring/summer. Items you want to get your hands on right after you’ve clicked through our gallery.

Yellow fever
As seen at Lacoste, SiesMarjan, Thakoon

The new white shirt
As seen at Alexander Wang, Victoria Beckham, Adeam

Printed tops
As seen at Proenza Schouler, Alexander Wang and Coach

Sleeve slits
As seen at Prabal Gurung, Michael Kors, Opening Ceremony

Cut-outs
As seen at Delpozo, Ralph Lauren and Proenza Schouler

 

Ralph Lauren Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

Earlier this New York Fashion Week Tommy Hilfiger made sure his Tommy Pier and the consumer’s ability to shop his catwalk clothes right away was trending. Today the other all American designer brand stepped into the same see-now-buy-now territory. A completely new move for the preppy brand that shut down the block on Madison Avenue and had both Julianne Moore and Jessica Alba witness the spectacle. Yet as modern as this decisions was, as classic appeared the Ralph Lauren collection. Buffalo checked shirts and heavy leather jackets, Navajo printed pieces and long fringed dresses topped off with cowboy hats. The fresh faces of catwalk stunners like Bella and Kendall seemed to be the only key to tell this was actually a 2017 collection. And why wouldn’t the designer stick to his winning formula? He divided his show into Western and Art Deco parts. And to make sure his show would be one to remember Ralph Lauren sent out a vibrant finale filled with satin and sequined dresses in bright colors. Not all the most desirable unique and contemporary pieces you’d want to get your hands on straight away. But the real RL-fans can eat there heart out tomorrow morning when the designs hit the stores.

Michael Kors Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

Although the whole world seems to talk about just one thing (Bella taking a tumble) Michael Kors actually had an extremely wearable collection to present this week. A perfectly balanced s/s collection with all the right ingredients. Formal shirts, belted cocktail dresses, a floral printed bikini, perfect tailored classical trenchcoats, LOVE sweaters (that immediately went on sale), a crispy white tuxedo, pleated midi skirts and a number of floral printed evening dresses with a powerful attitude followed each other up on the runway. In a palette ranging from bright pink and vivid Kermit green to navy and sand hues. Holiday vibes to bring back to the city. Nothing jaw dropping or eyebrow raising, just a beautifully tailored upbeat selection of easy to wear designs. An uplifting fashion message in a time where the world is upside down and undoubtedly a success collection for a designer like Kors, who seems to be appealing to a bigger (mass) crowd every season. Consumers who are not just looking for an affordable designer bag or smart watch, but want the complete package. And if it’s up to mister Kors they can dress up in his brand, from head to toe, all days of the season.

 

Delpozo Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

Clicking through the Delpozo S/S2017 show images it’s hard contain your excitement. Again, Josep Font, delivered a fairytale like collection leaving us completely mesmerized. His fresh faced models and crispy white mesh backdrop were the perfect match to his lighthearted, luminous definite spring collection. A collection filled with dreamy dresses, sugar sweet coats, wrap tops and tulle skirts. Evert single look as picture perfect as the one before. We can not even begin to sum up the diversity of the architectural looks, let alone the amount of handcrafted hours that went into this ultra delicate collection. Ruffles, pleats, bows and embroidered floral appliques turned every ensemble into a show stopper. And then there were those hypnotizing larger than life earrings, which despite their size, appeared highly desirable. Font’s image for spring/summer is positive and optimistic, both feminine and girly, original and fresh. We’re obsessed.

Rodarte Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

Laura and Kate Mulleavy grew a lot of sunflowers over the summer. Sunflowers that attracted a lot of bees, which ultimately led to their bee-inspired summer collection. Looking at the clothes from a distance you’d probably just see a bunch of delicate and beautiful dresses, but taking a closer look you could see the bee inspired details. Like the honeycomb-ish layering on a piece of tulle, a beehive bodice decoration and lots of floral embroideries. Details on a selection of feminine and delicate cocktail and evening dresses with a focus on the shoulders. An abundance of jewelry (including large earpieces worn in just one ear) added extra grace. But it wasn’t all dreamy and sweet. The designer sisters added some tough touches too, in the shape of leather belts and boots. The last look: a floor sweeping wedding gown for the bride to bee. Then it was time for sparkling rose drinks and rooftop dances at the Jane.

Coach Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

A line up of rusted cars awaited us at Coach 1941. A sign we were in for some tough love. Inspired by beatniks, rebels, and all-American dreamers designer Stuart Vevers came up with a extraordinary ranch of richly styled looks. Sheer floral dresses and studded leather jackets formed the collection’s main image. A mix of femininity and toughness given a dozen interpretations in the form of prints, decorations and accessories. Elvis Presley could be seen printed on a series of tees. Black leather jackets read ‘bobcat rebel’ on the back. Other jackets had multiple pockets, metal studs and fringes. Dresses were given extra layers of lace and leather straps. Choker necklaces, fingerless gloves, scarves tied around the models wrists and small chain bags added an extra dose of rebel attitude. And then there were the lug soled creepers full of studs and spikes. Best not mess around with the Coach girl next season.

Sies Marjan Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2017

He received raving reviews on his debut collection, but a designer is only as good as his latest collection. So in order to prove he is not an one day fly Sander Lak had to wow us again with his second collection. And the upcoming Dutch designer (who formerly worked at Dries van Noten, Balmain and Philip Lim) made sure he delivered. In an utmost optimistic palette of baby blues, tangerine, khaki and neon lime (“The color palette dictated what this whole collection looks like,” Lak said backstage) he sent out his range of fresh, easy going, grunge inspired creations. Liquid dresses, bias cut pants, pleated skirts and T-shirt tops in shiny satin, patent leather, fluffy furs and easy knitwear made up for a surprising contemporary collection. The audience seemed to love every bit of it. Now let’s see if today’s customer is up for some Sies Marjan style when Sander Lak’s first (fall/winter) collection hits the stores.

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