Fashion has always served as a vehicle for designers to channel their emotions on any issue into wearable art. Prabal Gurung, championing a number of causes both domestic and in his hometown of Nepal, did just that with this season’s collection. With the impending election looming over our heads, presidential candidates have become the subjects of political fodder. Gurung, however, didn’t seem to pay attention to any of the negative hearsay and used this moment to express his adoration and support for democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and other noteworthy women in history.
Wispy dresses, T-shirts, and hems connected to trousers by metal rings were intelligently inscribed with phrases and entire passages from women who’ve sought out to create a change for the societal advancement of the female sex. The bywords of Gloria Steinem and Susan B. Anthony may be forever scribed in books, but Gurung beautifully presented a different medium to support the feminist movement.
For those who may not be as politically enthused, this season’s assortment still offered other viable options. A slew of knits, some in muted palettes and even striking blues and burnt orange made their way down the catwalk. A few were paired with skirts adorned with the aforementioned metal rings while oversized cardigans draped over lightweight sweaters presented choices for staying warm on chilly, early spring nights.
Though many wouldn’t consider fur a texture for the season, Gurung still injected three pieces. A white fur coat bespeckled with blue spots was the standout among the trio.
Slinky silk charmeuse dresses sauntered down the runway in shades of cobalt, plum and chartreuse: typically autumn hues, but the silhouettes drape easily and lightly across the body.
Though there were a few red carpet ready dresses as well, some flecked with embellishments and embroidery I’m certain Zoe Saldana and Solange will adore, Gurung oddly ended his show with two pantsuit looks as a nod to Mrs. Clinton. Not certain if décolleté suit jackets would ever grace her wardrobe, but at least there’s no guessing where Gurung’s vote will lie.
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Photos: Vogue.com