The “Melancholic elegance”
Who needs those pessimistic economists when we have designers who remind us of the infamous market crash of 1929 through their long shiny crochets? When we have to go through this conservative era full of dull colored baggy dresses? Alberta Ferretti, with her glamorous yet melancholic and modest long dresses makes us travel back to the Charleston early 20s. Burberry, even though it is spring, transfers us all the way to autumn landscapes with dry leaves and earthy tones. Through a close look at the new Marc Jacobs collection, melancholy seems to dominate the new season right off the bat. While it’s spring outside, a tightened and buttoned up autumn like earth tones and silk scarves seems to be everywhere.
A stylist tip from me: The collections featured in this category, I love the large hats made of soft material, which cover half the face. Could it be a posh version of “emo” culture? Anyways, also keep an eye on those large cloth bags, which make us travel to different dimensions.
The “Trash variété”
Let’s put one thing straight. I am not blaming you if you want to make your stylistic choices based on 80’s trends from our long gone past. On the other hand, however, you should know that some of these spring collections and younger designers we saw this year could potentially make you change your mind. For example, Christophe Decarnin from Balmain brings pads back in fashion in a totally unique way. He puts them only on one shoulder as an intervention to a beautiful yet dull design. Chanel proposes another look, with a hint of nudity, using a nice skirt with rock pencil type accessories bundled with a nice “rack” (for a glam touch). Of course, Vivienne Westwood could not just stand without taking a stand in this trend with her black cloths and golden details. Sure it was risky, but oh-so very impressive. Are the 80’s back? Sure, but not in the fake businesslike meaning. This time, middle class plays a major role in making up the trend.
A stylist tip from me: If we exclude worn out jeans and a couple more minor details on dresses and tops, this trend yells out CAUTION. If you are not very sure of the result hold your horses. Keep the worn jeans, but leave out the zebra colored top. Keep pink, but stay away from the scene clothes overall. Halloween is long gone – at least for this year.
Trust me girls,
Sarah Pucci
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