PRE-FALL 2010
Dolce & Gabbana have quite a history with vivacious prints, fabrics and sultry looks - however, are we the only few exhausted over their continuous use of animal prints?
Mixed and matched with lace, denim skirts, glitter and more, the label pays homage to the last 4 seasons Sicily for its Pre-Fall 2010.
More importantly, how do you feel about the bevy?
Bottega Venetta is taking a slouchy approach for Pre-Fall 2010.
Tomas Maier, the label's designer, played with autumn hues and masculinity for all the women out there with an inner-tomboy.
With outerwear to kill for, and purses to die for, the bevy is one of my favorites of all the pre-fall collections.
And I love the greens and navys.
Would you slouch and purse chest-cross for fall?
Evidently, Louis Vuitton is looking to let their sales do the talking - disclosing a lookbook shot in a consumer relatable location. Although I hate libraries and studies, it made for a pleasing image. While initially flipping through the Pre-Fall lookbook, I didn't feel that anything represented Louis Vuitton quite well. Instead, I nodded towards J. Crew, if you will - as if the design studio were based in North Dakota, hosting designers from South Dakota. Still, I will note the courage of Marc Jacobs' prominent attempts towards prints - for we all know, big bold prints result in a tasteful, less expensive look (and price, right?), thereby bringing in more consumers. So, a round of applause there, Marc. However, I suspected that it was all a ploy when I came across a chic sheath with an abundant leather hem and an icicle leather fringe collar to match, but that was only for a moment. Regardless of the delightful fur trimmings, I shyly look forward to the Fall 2010 season of Louis Vuitton.
Granted, it's not Oliver Theyskens, but Peter Copping has a way of pulling the wool over our eyes - so we won't note the distinction...this time! Crushed bows and witty flowers aren't particularly fooling us, but are they fooling you? With a frail color palette, conveyed by minimalistic grays and ethereal floor-sweeping gowns to flatter, Copping invites everyone back into the world of Nina Ricci for Pre-Fall - but do we really want to go? Oops! Nevertheless, I wouldn't mind playing around in the two-toned gloves.
With one and all anticipating the forthcoming fashion weeks, and debating over what furs to bear between tents, we often fail to remember the men. Oh, the men. Oh, the fun, no? They're always the first to strut the runway. And what could be more fitting than showing off what Rodarte has in store for men via Opening Ceremony. For all of the young lads who have a sugar momma, or sugar daddy (you never know) to fork over $2000+ for a frilly mohair style cardigan, here's a chance for you, and if you're feeling generous, for me as well (double wink), to get a piece of the sweet and humble pie. Though, we're not tipping that this is what to look forward to for the Fall 2010 previews. We, like everyone else, just depart this life over Rodarte. However, if you want to talk tips, we'll leave that to Christopher Bailey and the Kaiser for their Burberry Prorsum and Chanel Pre-Fall goodies. Take note below...
There's something exceptionally suspicious about Vera Wang's pre-fall collection. And it begins with an ‘R' and ends with an ‘E' - with the letters ‘O-D-A-R-T,' in the middle. Surprise! That spells Rodarte. In fact, her complete collection seemed a bit "borrowed" from various other designers. We are able to see Vera in a whole new light: one that I like to call "knock-off." Leaving her artsy girl behind, Vera experimented with structuring and tailoring. Oh, how thoughtful of you, Vera - but let's see if your "Rodarte inspiration" will be more reasonably priced than actual Rodarte. If so, you've got yourself a deal.
Dull, dull, dull ! That's what I forever have and always will forever think of Doo.Ri - cute and frilly just isn't for all and sundry. Though, I do commend the designer for her attempts at prominent prints for pre-fall. The collection was full of staple cocktail dresses, with a bit of flair from time to time. Throughout reviewing the collection, I became mesmerized by the same simple silhouette, as my mind drifted to what Lanvin may be possibly be doing for pre-fall. Or better yet, Victoria Beckham's dress line - yes, I became that bored. All in all, Doo.Ri states she's just experimenting for fall - and I hope it begins and ends right here, or I'd advise to bring your sleeping bag to the Fall season show. Oops !
It's safe and satisfying to declare that a majority of designers today go to Christian Louboutin for footwear throughout presentation season. However, that shouldn't sidetrack you from a solid analysis of each designer's collection. No way, no how. Luckily, for J. Mendel, he's using furs for his pre-fall bevy - an additional distraction that I could die over. Amid a mindful approach into metallics and asymmetry, Mendel revisits his hip creative being. After all, a girl does just want to have fun, right? Like many designers, Mendel is prediciting a tremendous amount of black for fall. With substantial support from the celebrity culture, pre-fall will be fun to watch and see who wears what, and where it may lead to with his remaining market.
Narciso Rodriguez may be on to something. Happily gracing his Pre-Fall 2010 collection with prominent selections of black and red hues (and a little grey, here and there), this just might be a trend that we're not quite ready for. Just when I was in the mood for winter whites, Rodriguez and a host of other designers are predicting next fall and winter to be very dark seasons, indeed. In tow of his classic sophistication, Rodriguez, like Alexander Wang, emphasized the importance of menswear-inspired pieces for his clients. With the sparkle of a LBD here and embroidery there, he played with balloon silhouettes, sack dresses and metallic wools. It seems as if Rodriguez is having quite a thrilling time - keeping himself and his clients so young, fresh and new. Yet, more importantly, we would love to get into the bevy that speaks first and foremost of empowerment.
Is it me, or does the model in the Burberry Prorsum Pre-Fall 2010 look book, look a lot like she’s channeling Carine Roitfeld? The stringy rock-fabulous hair, the perch of the inward shoulders, and a stare that lets everyone know that she runs it all. However, that doesn’t take away from what Christopher Bailey has up his trench coat sleeves in this pre-fall bevy. In tow of Bailey’s typical Burbery looks – you know, the pretty little dresses, with pretty little fabrics, to wear in pretty little gardens – this pre-fall season, Bailey sat down over tea with Gaga, obviously to learn everything about her no pants gimmick. Okay, I’m kidding, but the Burberry lookbook did, in fact, divinely don models in finely tailored belted wools, with skin-conscious leggings in lieu of actual pants. In addition to Bailey’s newfound Burberry edge, Bailey became inspired, or obsessed, by World War I uniforms – borrowing from here and there, resulting in cropped trousers, navy colors and air-force aviator jackets. The more the merrier, I say!
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