A Shapely Transition – Max Mara plays on oversized, menswear influenced shapes for its pre-fall 2013 collection. The looks, modeled by Alana Zimmer, come in mostly nude and neutral shades with the main staples being double-breasted jackets and slouchy trousers. The masculine elements of the collection are downplayed with fur embellishments, usage of color-blocking and … Read more
Sonia Spirit – For its pre-fall 2013 collection, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel embraces individuality with an Andy Warhol inspired outing of wardrobe basics tweaked with unique details. Whimsical touches such as animal prints, butterfly jewelry, polka dot prints and bright accents bring a sense of surprise to the transitional season. Balancing the masculine and the … Read more
Lady Sings the Blues – Inspired by the practicality and glamour of the forties, DSquared2 designers Dean and Dan Caten created angular silhouettes for their label’s pre-fall 2013 collection. Model Jasmine Tookes dons a mix of high-waisted pencil skirts, daywear jackets and menswear inspired tailoring reinterpreted with the DSquared2 aesthetic. Ultra-feminine looks in shades of … Read more
Structured Knits – Pringle of Scotland continues its tradition of elegant knitwear with its pre-fall 2013 collection. Embracing knitwear as outerwear, the Pringle woman looks for clean and structured silhouettes this transitional season. The brand’s argyle pattern is explored through a pointelle diamond knit with silk, cashmere and wool sweaters. A dusky color palette of … Read more
Nude Pre-Fall – For pre-fall 2013, the Carlos Miele woman wears a wardrobe featuring muted shades of nude, black, lavender and indigo embellished with chunky stones and crystals. Cocktail dresses and gowns take the collection from day to night with kaleidoscopic patterns falling somewhere in between. Pleated and ruched detailing on Miele’s clinging silhouettes make … Read more
Decorated Pre-Fall – For Burberry’s pre-fall 2013 collection, chief creative officer Christopher Bailey focused on sculpted shapes with a touch of embellishment. Modeled by Karlina Cuane, the transitional season takes the classic trench into contemporary times aided by bold color-blocking, stripes and splattered prints. As for knitwear, the Burberry woman gets swathed in pure cashmere, … Read more
The Draped Silhouette – For Donna Karan’s pre-fall 2013 collection, the American designer focuses on structure and voluminous shapes for the transitional season. A neutral color palette of black, ashen grey and ivory hues complement the draped, cocoon-like shapes of Karan’s outerwear pieces. The sculpted jackets are contrasted by body-conscious, feminine silhouettes including pencil and … Read more
Women in Red – Gucci’s pre-fall 2012 campaign is all about feminine and sleek glamour as shown by these images shot by Mert & Marcus. Starring Karmen Pedaru and Nadja Bender alongside male model Staffan Lindstrom, the new collection of tailored pants, jumpsuits and blouses standout against a dark and sophisticated setting.
Balade à Paris – The Elie Saab woman takes a tour of Paris from day to night in a new short film showcasing the label’s pre-fall 2012 collection. With an up-close look at the elegance and craftsmanship of the designs, the video offers a whole new view on Saab’s vision of femininity.
Two of a Kind – A first look at Gucci’s pre-fall 2012 campaign–the new advertisements star brunette beauties Karmen Pedaru and Nadja Bender in the label’s ultra-feminine, almost abstract prints. Photographed by Mert & Marcus, the duo showcases pure seduction with smokey eyes and lush waves.
Rebel Without a Cause – Barbara Palvin plays the role of beatnik for the pre-fall 2012 collection from DSqaured2. Photographed by Lorenzo Marcucci, Barbara wears a beehive paired with a cigarette in hand and oversize glasses. Jewel tones of sapphire, emerald and amethyst spruce up classic staples such as the cigarette pant, trench coat and … Read more