Giorgio Armani Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
Every single one of the models’ hair was perfectly put in place, but apart from that Giorgio Armani’s models were less concerned about their looks. The f/w man is, according to Armani himself, “a more spirited and less decadent man, who is more involved in what happens around him”. A guy that combines pinstriped pants with an army green jacket if he feels like it. Who is men enough to wear ruby colored velvet and can pull off (too) short double breasted jackets. He can put on a houndstooth shirt with a quilted, checked jacket without looking like a clown. And when he goes out in his three piece suit women just throw themselves at his feet. He dresses sporty, trendy and functional; let’s schedule to meet this guy ‘cause he sure seems like a fine lad.
Dsquared Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
While most labels hire more and more asian models, Dean and Dan only sent all black models down their Milan runway. They wore casual ready to wear designs and were given a geek-y touch by high hats and nerdy glasses.
The show’s setting took us back to the twenties Jazz Age (there was even a small strip performance going on in the backdrop), but the clothes looked modern and youthful. Drop crotch Jeans with rolled up legs were matched with white shirts and styled off in many different ways. Combined with knitted sweaters, checked waistcoats, shiny tuxedo jackets and always finished with a bow tie or a tie in a fun color or print.
To make sure it all wouldn’t feel to gimmick-y the designers took (quite) a few steps back for the finale. Over thirty men dressed in neutral shaded underwear, a pretty sight to end this Milan Fashion Week with.
Fendi Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
The Fendi men won’t get cold, that’s for sure. Hidden from under high collars, hoodies and the thickest fur they are prepared for the worst possible weather. Fur UGG-like boots to strut to the snow and a waist bag so any emergency items are within close reach. The Fendi man will look cosy on the couch in his comfy knitwear. He will appear swell in his checked grey suit. As he’ll be a true trendsetter with his navy shaded cape on. But God forbid he’ll turn up as that black hairy monster on his first date or any appointment for that matter.
Etro Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
At Etro it felt as if we were watching a parade of old wealthy kings with a very particular taste of style. Kean Etro brought together rich colors, heavy fabrics, ethnic prints and an out of the box way of styling. His long haired men were filling the room with good vibrations inspired by ‘the Hindu and Buddhist faiths, the never-ending circle of life and Celtic symbols.’ XXL bathrobe-like coats with checks and stripes might be very unwearable in real life, they proved Kean dares to step away from the regular paisley printed designs and try something new. We’re curious to see where (and if) the velvet suits and fur boots will pop up. At least the collection’s vibrant color pallet will look good on anybody.
Gucci Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
A statement coat might be one of the most important menswear items for winter and for come fall it seems check prints are the way to go. While Miuccia Prada gave us a baby blue table cloth coat, Frida Giannini introduces a slightly similar blue version with a larger check. Followed by beautifully colored woolen coats in mustard, pea green and black. The clothes breathed ‘luxury’, more than ‘trendy’ as they portrayed a modern sixties feeling. Other winter necessities were present too; the bright colored chunky sweaters and slick tuxedos done in winter materials. Pieces most men will be able to pull off, although we assume it might take a while before those tight leave printed pants will run out of stock.
Emporio Armani Menswear Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
If it’s up to Giorgio Armani we pair our usual winter shades with a touch of camel. Whether bottoms or tops, as long as it’s a fifty (camel)/fifty (black or navy) look it’s Armani proof. Besides duo colored Armani was extremely modern and sporty too. Pants and jackets done in thick neopreen and other modern-looking fabrics gave us a glimpse of the future of fashion. Not all looks the 2013 men will be ready for, but the sporty theme is always a trend in menswear. The short rabbit fur vests looked unflattering and unnecessary, but other than that Armani showed tons of hit pieces for the modern men.
Prada Menswear catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2013
Were they in a hurry getting dressed? Prada’s men came up with their shirts untucked and an out of bed hairdo. Wearing checked shirts, cashmere sweaters, colored leather jackets and woolen coats, they made a studentlike impression. Even though some of the models college period probably was a long time ago. The designs took us back a few decades, the seventies perhaps. But still Miuccia managed to make them appear modern. And, more importantly, the clothes, which Miuccia described as “perfect classics of the moment” looked extremely wearable. “Fashion is basically about what you want to wear,” she said. And who would not want to wear that chocolate brown suit or that stunning camel coat with the bright red collar?
Miu Miu Catwalk Fashion Show Paris SS2013
October 4, 2012 by Jetty
Filed under Fashion, Featured Items, Paris, womenswear
On a barely lit runway Miuccia Prada sent out her fifties style ladies. Ladies that appeared elegant, but there was something off. Their clothes were tailored, but ill-fitting. The designs had a feeling of couture, yet were definitely ready to wear.
Miuccia did her first few looks completely in denim; pencil skirts, large coats with ¾ sleeves and strange tops. Pointy shoes, long leather gloves, rhinestone details, high bangs, long hair and cat eye glasses to completely capture the Mad Men feeling.
Even though the models appeared like well dressed fifties women; there was not one ‘picture perfect’ in the collection. Rich fabrics were destroyed (satin was pummeled, furs were tie dyed) and poor were upgraded (dark denim was lined in satin). “It was not about destroying elegance, but achieving a different kind. Very Parisian,” said Prada, “but in a fake way, in a wrong way! The femme fatale is never perfect…at least the ones I like.”
The dark show area, the countless furs and not the brightest of shades Miu Miu didn’t really breath summer. Yet Miuccia did manage to portray that 2013 feeling by bringing together conventional chic with contemporary raw.
Valentino Catwalk Fashion Show Paris SS2013
October 2, 2012 by Jetty
Filed under Fashion, Paris, womenswear
There was nothing unexpected or surprising at Valentino. Yet you can ask yourself the question if a label that produces such beautiful garments, really needs change.
In the familiar color palette of nudes, blacks and – of course – Valentino reds models worked a large series of new dresses. Slip dresses with a touch of leather, cocktail dresses done in lace, floral printed Sunday brunch dresses and puffy sleeved sheer evening dresses. Designers Chiuri and Piccioli were inspired by their city, Rome, and the work of photographer Arturo Ghergo in particular. Nothing too literal though; they mainly focused on his way of capturing a woman’s beauty.
And beautiful the Valentino woman will be… She will rock the lace items with dandelion motif. She will launch in one of the many romantic, floor length pieces. And she will head to work in her favorite jumpsuit. The embroidered lace, snake skin appliqués and beaded embroideries will make people stare. And she may not be sporty, seductive or tough; she will be gorgeous nevertheless.
Chanel Catwalk Fashion Show Paris SS2013
October 2, 2012 by Jetty
Filed under Fashion, Paris, womenswear
He did a very non sustainable thing a few seasons ago by shipping that ginormous iceberg to Paris, yet Lagerfeld is fully focused on sustainability now. At least, so it seemed at Chanel’s SS2013 show at the Grand Palais. Fake windmills and a catwalk painted with the image of solar panels formed the backdrop for the collection presentation.
Chanel’s image for spring started off with classic looks; skirt suits and strapless dresses decorated with pearls. Pearls that kept popping up throughout the entire show. A show filled with renewed loose fitting Chanel suits.
Tweed fabrics, the usual suspects at Chanel, were done in bright, almost fluorescent shades, which added a young touch to the collection. Plexi glass hats to match. Mesh, patent leather and even denim made up for some unexpected creations. A sheer CC bathing suit was given a little more ‘body’ by an enormous Chanel beach bag, which had straps as large as hula hoops.
Designs were decorated by large collars, cute windmill appliqués and floral 3D embroideries. An eastern twist was given by colorful folded origami windmills on several sheer black looks. They were followed by a few quilted pieces as a series of white dresses closed the show.
Karl once again succeeded in reviving Chanel’s archive pieces with a welcome youthful, sporty and Eastern inspired touch.
