In an industry that is notoriously snobbish and uptight, Stella McCartney oft provides the cheerful and carefree moments that remind us all that fashion should be fun. This season was no exception, with a choreographed dance-off between her cast of supermodels: howling, shouting, and shaking in clothes that were clearly made for the dance floor.
Function and the depth and breadth of femininity have always been cornerstones of McCartney’s brand, as have her vegetarianism and eradication of all fur and leather designs in both the closets of her own personal wardrobe and those of her company. She plainly put her interests on display with jumpsuits, t-shirts, and frocks with emblazoned graphics including, “No Leather”, “No Fur”, and “Thanks Girls”. The designs were completely in your face, captivating, and a practical way to present your activism.
But that wasn’t all the brand served up, naturally. The collection opened with whittled, corseted waists juxtaposed against capacious paper bag-waist trousers: a heck of a look if ever there was one.
That gave way to sumptuous and effortless knits that felt completely laid-back and self-possessed simultaneously. As happens at least a few times a season with McCartney’s designs, the proportions weren’t always flattering, but the wearer will certainly feel amazing and comfortable.
And if you’re looking for ways to wear an extra long scarf (or blanket in the brand’s case), don’t worry about wrapping it around your neck: you can just casually sport it on your shoulder like the runway instructed.
Accessories are big business for McCartney, but many of the accoutrements on display admittedly missed the mark. Snap-accented kitten heels were dowdy at best and the shape of the retro-inspired cat eye shades may not work for most face shapes. But the wooden jewelry did play with great design, as did the sumptuous leather bags, and playful stone earrings.
Stars like Heidi Klum and Beyoncé have gravitated towards the brand for more casual attire, thus we’ll have our eyes peeled for the exact designs they choose from this collection. The denim looks are sure to be a big hit, along with the sporty chic pieces that can easily be elevated with pumps and statement-making baubles.
Her black georgette gown features an asymmetric fold over, one-shoulder neckline, column silhouette, piped banded waist, a thigh-high front slit, and straight hem.
Brandon Maxwell makes the best dresses, doesn’t he?
Bomb website Farfetch.com recently launched a multi-touch point campaign called #TheOne! The concept is that Farfetch allows you to explore the world of luxury through their global boutiques and brands, so no matter what you want you never have to settle, you can always find #TheOne for you.
FarFetch has lots to love, but I’m currently crushing on their bags! You can’t go wrong with a sturdy Givenchy tote, and their Antigona bags have been catching my eye. They come in a range of colors to suit your sartorial needs.
They’re a splurge, but I can attest to Givenchy’s durability. I’ve had a Nightingale tote for years and it’s still held up.
Splurge on #TheOne below:
And peruse FarFetch.com to see what else they have in store.
What’s that one item you can’t live without this Fall?
Spring 2017 saw the first runway collection for Leonard’s new Creative Director, Christine Phung—expanding on her debut with the French fashion house for Resort. A globe-trotting story was at the heart of the looks, which brimmed with floral prints, eye-catching embroidery, disco-reminiscent lamé, and loads of travel-ready silk jersey.
The assortment was heavy with a colorful palm frond pattern that felt more Resort than Spring, but was certainly functional and pretty. It was strewn against a fun tie-waist jumpsuit, office-perfect blazer, roomy trousers, and flowing shirts for an easy, breezy feel.
At times, the collection was a study in excess: a brocade double-breasted blazer was paired with a pleated skirt with a sheer overlay, while prints were mixed on a coat languidly thrown over the model’s shoulders and a beaded dress with a shiny lamé hem. Though not for the faint of heart, the ensembles were chicly executed.
And if you aren’t an avid fan of lamé, you clearly need to be for Spring. Phung used the metallic fabric on diaphanous cover-ups for a glamorous take on poolside dressing, skinny scarfs that could uplift even the most basic getup, t-shirt inspired tops, and red carpet-ready halter dresses.
The pieces that will usher in a whole new set of Leonard fans were the on-trend bomber jackets in a slew of fabrics, colors, and weights. They were juxtaposed against everything from flirty, tiered mini dresses to knee-length patterned skirts—surely some inspiration for real-time wear.
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Have you listened to Solange Knowles’s A Seat At The Table yet? In the glorious visual for “Cranes In The Sky”, she is clad in a $1,150 Acne Studios Baltimore Down Orange Coat:
Her orange down coat features a long, half sleeve, quilted padded detailing, exaggerated armholes, and metal snap button accents.
It’s not easy being Kim Kardashian West!
The socialite was held up at gunpoint at a private mansion last night in Paris, and robbed of almost $10 million worth of jewelry.
According to NBC News, “The culprits escaped with a ring worth about $4.5 million and a jewelry box containing other items worth $5.6 million, the judicial source said.”
Apparently Kimmy was tied up in a bathroom while the criminals did their work. According to a spokesperson, she was left “badly shaken but physically unharmed.”
There is certainly a downside to being wealthy and the world knowing it.
Kim, keep your head up!
What do you think?
