Tommy Hilfiger Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2013

Tommy Hilfiger and his team brushed up two classic themes – safari and nautical – and made it into an upbeat and interesting collection. It was big and lively, with new  interpretations of sailcloth, stripes, and fisherman knits, among other staples of the seafaring look. The oversized red, white, and blue suit jackets, slouchy patchwork denim, and swinging tent dresses boasting sexy open backs looked refreshing and good. And many of the pieces benefited from unexpected finishes, such as the boxy navy-striped sailor’s tee, with a slick, stiff coating of wax. Yet for all the emphasis on the American palette, there were a great deal of washed-out sandy tones, too. They looked crisp and clean, though not obviously safari-esque, on cable knits and summery leathers.

Elise Kim & Edwin Oudshoorn Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

 

Elise Kim
During our preview interview Elise Kim already told us about all the hard work that had gone in here collection. Remember she said each one of her show dresses had taken up about 300 hours of work? Well all that hard work certainly paid of. It was a great show, perfect for the closing night of the Amsterdam Fashion Week.

Twenties inspired dresses made out of tons of the tiniest beads dazzled the audience as they danced to every movement the models made. Silhouettes were quite minimalistic and boxy, but it were all the extra’s that turned the designs into showstoppers. Like the beads, the (twenties) feathers and the gorgeous lace accents. The mix of all different materials (sheer, shiny, lace, leather) made the collection extra special.

When the black had turned into white, bright turquoise, green and white again it was time for a grande finale. Slick men dressed up in suits accompanied the twenties ladies on stage and created an glorious cinematic setting. Wow.

Edwin Oudshoorn
The Edwin Oudshoorn fashion show started with a little red haired girl appearing from a backdrop filled with bushes and flowers. Then came on the models dressed in richly styled embroidered ensembles walking to a slow song singing “Forget your troubles come on get happy”. Floor sweeping gowns were attached to nude shaded bodies with floral embroideries. Halfway the show the tempo of the music was turned up a bit and the show got a sudden circus vibe. Checks were introduced and models got colored hairlocks for a happier vibe. Then the music went slow again and long colored dresses added some extra drama to the show. Combined with the show’s backdrop the final dress, an hourglass shaped design, made up for a wonderful last fashion image. Amsterdam Fashion Week is finished. It’s a wrap everybody!

Like This Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Fashion brand LikeThis held it’s own Young Professional show tonight on the last day of the Amsterdam Fashion Week. The young label, founded in 2010, got everyone in the right mood for their party of fashion by letting a small guy hand out buckets of popcorn to the audience right before the show. When the light went off that same guy pulled the first model onto the runway and the show started. Colorful, cheerful creations were a very clear ode to the brand’s motto: It’s nice to like things, because nice things make people happy. A selection of pleated pants, pastel knits, tiger printed pieces and lots of sequins looked effortless and commercial. An enormous golden bag, a model with a ball on top of her head and one girl with a balloon in her hand gave the show some extra swung. And when all girls threw golden confetti around during the finale the party was complete. Who wouldn’t Like This?

Allan Vos & Nata Ryzh Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Allan Vos
Sexy, muscled men with smoky eyes walked today’s Allan Vos LAB show. Designs were tough and feminine at the same time. The show started with a tight fitting blue suit with black details and tiny yellow beads. He carried a matching handbag with a big A on it, like there were many more in the collection. What followed were extremely wide and extremely tight pants. The wide ones were pleated and seen from certain angles looked like skirts. The leggings were worn with boxers over it, highlighting the models crotch area. Leather jackets gave the collection a tough touch, while fur coats and tight tank tops (again with the letter A on it) had the opposite effect. Several variations of the white shirt (including one at floor length) looked interesting and a well tailored black jacket with red lining could just become the best sold item of the show.

Nata Ryzh
With her Amsterdam fashion week debut (Lola’s dream) today Natallya Ryzhykava’s showed graceful, elegant and colorful dresses. She presented a selection of beautiful designs done in the most gorgeous summer shades (turquoise, lavender, light yellow and salmon pink) made out of delicate silks. Girls looked flirty and fun in knee length draped dresses and matching clutches decorated with orchid and iris prints which gave the collection a ’70 touch. One of our favorite collections this week!

Sjaak Hullekes Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Japanese sounds and handmade fans on our chairs; let’s start the show!

Inspired by the prewar Japan and traditional Japanese music, Min‘yō (the name of the collection) representing the idea of continuation, Sjaak Hullekes presented a very well tailored, wearable and cohesive collection. To the sounds of a live cello in the corner of the catwalk (yet another form of live music this week) the male models appeared. They wore small fitting pleated pants, elegant shirts, non-lined safari jackets and handmade nature-inspired loafers. And Sjaak’s favorite piece, a terracotta shaded safari jacket with a collar and pockets in a contrasting fabric, indeed was one of the showstoppers of the collection.

Sjaak chose slightly smaller models this time and the fit of his clothing was smaller this time than with his previous collections. Yet still some of those tiny shorts fitted extremely tight, giving them a dandy, modern touch.

Everything looked really Eastern inspired. Like a collarless trenchcoat, a cardigan with standing collar, several sheers tops and a very small vintage navy fan print. Every piece of clothing was made in a slightly faded color (mint green orange, purple, olive, sand, terracotta) inspired by sepia pictures of people in Japan from before and after the industrialization.

Overall Sjaak showed a qualitative menswear collection, which his growing fan base will certainly appreciate. Let’s hope for his Amsterdam based fans it won’t take long until his new store opens.

Read more about this collection in our Sjaak Hullekes Amsterdam Fashion Week Preview.

Marije Hellwich Tony Marcus Sacharias Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Marije Hellwich only presented eight different looks tonight, but still managed to show a mix of mens and womenswear. She opened her show with a sheer floral printed dress, followed by a satin-like menswear look. Later the transparent items (like a very cool menswear rugsack) were mixed with ultra thick neopreen pieces, like an enormous off white coat mixed with a pair of printed pants and a sand colored top combined with a sheer fringed skirt.

Fierce looking models with wet hair and tough boots wore a selection of minimalistic designs at Tony Marcus Sacharias. After two full on white coats Tony added a touch of beige and lightgrey in a third look, which included a skirt and long sleeved stiff top. Several dresses and straight cut capes followed as Tony added some red to his looks. A simple, pure collection; nothing more, nothing less.

SIS by Spijkers en Spijkers Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Truus Spijkers and Riet Spijkers presented a signature SIS collection tonight, named I am in training, don’t kiss me. The looks were inspired by the circus, which was visible in the clothing details and the circus animal prints. Even the backdrop and the music breathed circus, while the smiling models with curly hair gave the show an extra positive vibe.

They wore wearable dresses in different colored parts and playful ruffled skirts. Printed hot shorts were worn with loose fitting tops, small colored belts and elegant heels. Like always at SIS there were a few suits too, a light pink version with a blouse in the same color being the most stunning.

An extra playful accent was added to the show when a dressed up circus dog (actually the dog of the Spijkers-sisters) was sent on the runway, accompanied by one of the models. Overall it was one of the sexiest, most cheerful SIS collections so far. Let’s keep this positive vibe throughout the night!

 

Lichting 2012 Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show

On Thursday night the top notch of Dutch fashion students presented their work in a crowded tropical warm show area. Fourteen upcoming designers all showed their skills by each sending out four of their best looks.

We spotted some serious talent and very much enjoyed the diversity of the collections.

See all the looks of the fourteen designers:

Esther Kruyer, Brian Geradts, Nadja Wering, Miriam de Waard, Ilona Putkaradze, Sara Veenstra, Tess van Zalinge, Yvonne Kwok, David Laport, Poul Brouwer, Morta Griskeviciute, Judith van Vliet, Jef Montes, Dagmar Lindeijer

Individuals Amsterdam Catwalk Fashion Show SS2013

Should we cover our ears? The Individuals fashion show started with extremely loud and incredibly dark music and looks in shades of broken asphalt to match. Tough models wore ethnic inspired looks that breathed progress, strength and necessity; the three themes of the collection, which was actually a squeal to the previous Individuals collection of last season.

They wore grungy over-accessorized looks with lots of black leather. Corset-like tops, baseball jackets and large hoodies were all in the asymmetrical, layered streetwear mix.

After all the darkness, a touch of primal / fuchsia was added to the collection as the music got a little more pleasant to listen to. Then fuchsia changed into deep shades of sand and beige only to end in a series of full bone white looks. Every outfit was richly styled; golden headpieces, scarves wrapped around the models heads, messy, braided hairstyles and eye-catching bangles were all in the mix.

After some ethnic drums and the sound of birds it became completely silent and light on the catwalk as all looks a appeared on the runway once again. Leave out the heavy accessories and the sky-high shoes and you’ve got yourself a selection of very wearable streetwise clothes. A few of the TPS team-members have even already prepared their Individuals wishlist!

Giambattista Valli Catwalk Fashion Show Paris FW2012

For next winter Giambattista Valli presented quite a sober collection. He showed knit dresses, checked coats, knee length skirts and sleeveless tops all with one and the same focus point; a wide belt around the models’ waists. Perhaps the designs were a little less sexy than in a average Valli collection, but it definitely fit right in with today’s trends. Looks were cosy and appeared perfect for a cold winter day. Yet some of these looks can be deceiving since some of the knits were actually trompe l’oeil effect printed on airy fabrics. Still, no matter what choice of fabric all outfits were perfectly balanced. Tops looked as great with fur-ish skirts as they did with transparent pleated ones. Some full on graphical printed (and colored) looks (Marni-ish) and a golden croc leather coot stayed classy. And the sheer evening gowns which ended the show mixed covered sexiness with sophistication in a unique way. Now that is how you present a wearable cohesive collection.

 

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