Aziz Bekkaoui Catwalk Fashion Show MBFWA FW2015

In times like these, it doesn’t always feel right to just show a collection of pretty clothes only the wealthiest people can afford. Sometimes, you need to be able to make a statement with fashion too. Yesterday Edwin Oudshoorn already presented us with his torn down world instead of his usual happy ever after. Today Aziz Bekkaoui had something to say too. He seemed to be making a political statement by using what looked like a Palestine flag print as the main print in his fall/winter collection. On socks, skirts, tops, blouses, dresses, beanies and backpacks; it popped up everywhere! Aziz’ message was all about love; a little reminder of what life should actually be all about. The show opened with the sound of a heartbeat, Aziz named the collection United Hearts Now and used heart shaped prints, embroideries and necklaces on most of his looks. Now his message might be political, the show had a cheerful feeling nevertheless. Old school hip hop songs by DJ Manga and the models’ funky styling made sure of that. As did the bright pops of color. Green, red, burgundy, pink and blue were all in the mix with the black & white graphic (pied de poule and jacquard) prints. Glass and wool, cashmere and silk. Urban danced with classic. Loose shorts, polo shirts, chunky knits, short sleeved vests and the models’ cool attitude brought everything together. Oh and not to mention those white sneakers. The fashion world wouldn’t be the same without those and Aziz knows all about it.

This was MBFWA Day 1

Day one of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Amsterdam is a fact. It was a day to remember, with an impressive one minute silence for designer Frans Molenaar,a retrospective show of Five Years Avelon, the first fashionshow of Liselore Frowijn after winning the Frans Molenaar Award and Edwin Oudshoorn closing teh evening with an atmospheric show.

Liselore Frowijn Catwalk Fashion Show MBFWA FW2015

In 2013 she graduated from ArtEZ. That year she won the Frans Molenaar award and got honored for the designs she created for fashion label Chloe. Milestones leading up to Liselore Frowijn showing during Amsterdam Fashion Week for the first time today, during the opening night! Ten looks portrayed her colorful and graphic vision for fall. Chunky (ski attire inspired) knits and airy fabrics alternated each other in a playful game of both covering up and exposing. Inspired by the Triadisch Ballet of Oskar Schlemmer, so the show notes read. No. 3 Formania, officially a story of the contemperary’s generation need for harmony and order, and surely a joy to watch.

 

Avelon Catwalk Fashion Show MBFWA FW2015

Five years ago Erik Frenken started his adventure; he set up his own fashion label Avelon. Today he celebrated the brand’s anniversary with the presentation of his F/W collection. A video of his latest Paris fashion week experience, showing Erik’s journey, kicked off the show. A show full of rich designs inspired by wandering nomads. Knitted slouchy dresses, burgundy leather pieces, graphic printed skirts, ethnic chic cardigans, sheer tops, floaty dresses, baroque skirts matched with Avelon shoes. A-line silhouettes visible in most of the designs combined with feminine fitted waists, fur skin wraps, oversized blankets and chunky knits. Lots of diversity in materials and prints made this collection versatile, almost like an overview, a mix of styles. We’re glad Avelon returned to Amsterdam Fashion Week for this special occasion. A lovely collection to look forward to.

Fashion and Opera, behind the scenes

Sunday afternoon the fashion concert was presented by the Dutch National Opera & Ballet and fashion designer Zyanya Keizer. They provided a unique afternoon where opera and fashion came together. The guests were invited for an exclusive look behind the scenes at the costume-, hat and shoe studio of the Dutch National Opera & Ballet. A magical moment for fashion lovers.

Paul Schulten SS2015 Amsterdam Fashion Week

With Paul Schulten as the last show on the Amsterdam fashion week schedule the fashion finale couldn’t have been more classic. The young designer presented an array of the chicest, most feminine dresses and evening gowns, not necessarily for summer, but for any kind of high society party. His creations might not be as on trend, modern or refreshing as others we saw earlier this week, but they did have one thing in common; they were all made to make women look and feel beautiful. Dresses in all shapes and sizes; corset shaped cocktail, sheer leopard printed & maxi, sequined and shiny, embroidered and full of tule. The models seemed to have stepped straight out of a Disney fairytale, rocking the most gorgeous evening gowns. One even dreamier than the other. The final strapless gown had a map of the world formed by colored sequins on it’s skirt. An unexpected touch to the magnificent, large collection an perhaps a subtle hint Schulten’s dresses shouldn’t just be worn by Dutch women. They should travel the world and be worn by international princesses.

Maison the Faux SS2015 Amsterdam Fashion Week

Like last season the Maison the Faux fashion show was wrong in so many ways. There was a choir of three naked (okay they did wear some kind of thong) women making monkey noises while a garden and water fountain served as a backdrop. A garden (of Eden?) from which male and female models appeared sporting an array of almost undefinable ensembles. Crazy materials, over the top print, hysterical use of color, bizarre silhouettes and out of this world accessories. The guys looked kinda girly, while the ladies had something savage-like about them. A lot of nudity was involved, but as far as fashion was concerned we couldn’t really discover one style or trend. But perhaps Maison the Faux can do without all of that and just create original pieces, made with a big sense of humor (if you get the joke, that is) that stand out and make a statement. Either way, the show wasn’t over till the three naked ladies sang, so Rihanna’s ‘Diamonds’ completed the cray cray controlled chaos. Maison the faux; so wrong it almost felt right.

David Laport SS2015 Amsterdam Fashion Week

In an interview last year David Laport said to be focusing on art. “The more experimental the job, the better”, he stated on Idependent Fashion Daily. So today’s collection, inspired by Laport’s fascination for insects, was surprisingly wearable. He beautifully mixed light and heavy fabrics into elegant, ladylike, asymmetric creations. Rigid tops and sheer, airy skirts and vice versa. Pleated parts and lace (made in Austia) details. Mostly in blacks and whites with touches of turquoise, soft pink and blue. Feathers, tulle and a specially treated type of nylon which can create larger volumes, gave the looks a dreamy ballerina association, while the patent leather parts kept them grounded. Although, it was as if the last angel, dressed in a sculptured, sheer, feathery black creation, could have just floated off of the runway.

MLY SS2015 Amsterdam Fashion Week

Ten years after Emily Hermans’ first fashion week show she returned to the Amsterdam catwalk today with a kaleidoscopic collection. The MLY designer made sure her comeback didn’t pass by unnoticed. A number of 45 womenswear looks shown by 16 different models painted her SS2015 picture. Divided into three series, one in tones of red, the other in hues of green and a third portraying a tropical color mix, the collection was inspired by all collections from the past ten years. Overall a combination of beautiful self developed digital prints and a wearable feminine fit. Pencil skirts, printed tops, summer dresses and short cardigans, suitable for just about any occasion and probably very appealing to the variety of Dutch woman in general. In between the sea of bright colored prints beige and black were the basic of the collection. Models sported big curly hair, red lips and colorful eye shadow, eye catching beige shoes and a fun accessory in the shape of a cap, backpack or bouquet every now and then. Might the clothing not be interesting enough the sustainable message behind MLY probably is. MLY is increasingly regarded as a green label. She uses a lot of eco certified yarns and natural, biodegradable fibers. Printed items are largely digitally printed, which consumes considerably less water than other printing processes. Also, biodegradable inks are used for printing and the major part of the production process takes place in the Netherlands. Now such a story just deserves 45 different looks.

Streetfashion Amsterdam Fashion Week SS2015 – Day 3

What are you wearing during the Mercedes Benz Amsterdam Fashion Week? Your vintage YSL suit, a bespoke blazer or your latest pair of Celine sandals? We don’t judge, we’re not the fashion-police, we just enjoy fashion and your own personal style.

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