Monday, 24 October 2011

Hermes, Lanvin and Stella SS12 PARIS

HERMES

I really liked this collection from fashion house Hermes. 
The silhouette used throughout the collection was loose and drapey, even on the more structured pieces they tended to not cling to the body but fall away from it (Trapeze style)
The colours white (crisp white was a colour that most designers showed this spring/summer) featured on cotton, loose fitting shapes, most notably on shirts and dresses.  Delicate detailing was added giving the garments some depth such as the use of ladder trim inserts at sleeves and hems.  Lovely.
The colour tan, pumpkin and orange were tonally paired together, bringing a fresh, sophisticated edge to the separate pieces.  My favourite items from this collection were the printed art deco/tribal inspired printed pieces.  Look at that colour combination! coI loved the strak contrast with the warm tones used with cool tones (grey) and black.  The prints were kept simple and adopted a colour block approach, but yet remained very eye catching.
The silhouettes presented were as prevously mentioned, loose.  Familiar detailing such as extended shoulder patterns and flared sleeves (although perhaps a little shorter than seen on aw11-12) were used.  Key collar detailing were crew necks and high risin mandarin collars, which also featured front slit openings.  Demure but not too much. Nicely done.


LANVIN

Ok, next up is LANVIN.  And boy did I love this! I think you will be able to tell by the sheer volume of images I have included from this collection, I just couldn't narrow it down!!! so where to start?
I loved the introduction of high contrast colour blocked separates.  I loved the white blazer with contrast outer collar, this adds a touch of sophistication as I do think a full white blazer just looks nasty!
Trousers and bottom separates such as pencil skirts were introduced in slightly shiny fabrics with a tight fitting silhouette, these were cleverly paired with loose fitting items in order to balance out the overall look. 
One particular detail that I absolutely loved and made me think (how did they do that!!??) was the introduction of vertical slits on key shapes such as tops and dresses.  I mean, wow! how nice is that! Hide and reveal at its best. 
Next came a nude and dusty pastels array of garments, which I thought was quite refreshing. These were either paired tonally or with high contrast pieces.  I loved the idea of the layered high contrast slitted nude dress (this would be second row, look 3) wowzer.


STELLA McCARTNEY

Stunning Stella collection! I loved nearly every single piece! I am a fan anyways...but still. wow!
This collection seemed to combine new, old, quirky, and classic, in the most refreshing way.
First came the classic white pieces (again!!) Although these appeared fresh by being made in silks and sheer fabrics.  The shapes used as well were very clean and modern, with a sporty feel to them.  Shorts were short and dresses featured a very cut in high shoulder/sleeve pattern (scuba inspired). McCartney introduced lovely lace detail thoughout the collection too.  I loved the white inserted lace cutwork on simple white silk vests.
Next came the printed pieces which I think are going to be a very big trend for SS12...these would be the silky pijama pants/pieces.  A lovely use of colour was introduced in the print, such as off white, burgundy and dusty rasberry. yummy!
My favourite pieces from theis collection were the very clean, scuba inspired colour blocked separates.  I loved the juxtaposition of print, high energy colours such as that cobalt blue/white combo and lace trims.  It felt fresh, completely utterly wearable and desirable. WANT!

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