Classy, Chic, Love. Altuzarra AW15

February 16, 2015February 16, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Although you might assume I didn’t like Altuzarra’s collection by looking at the picture above, you’re mistaken. The shoes on the left are the original Altuzarra lace boots that walked the runway two days ago; while the ones on the right are the super kitsch shoes from faszynfromraszyn.pl, where I sometimes compare fashion trends… but back to the collection – the shoes are the only thing that felt bad in the entire collection. Rest? Best collection by Joseph Altuzarra up to date of his career. It perfectly highlights his biggest signatures – femme fatale mood, feminine silhouettes, chic must-have clothes. With a dose of appealing masculinity for AW15 (tweed!), Altuzarra mixed tailored trousers with collared sheer shirts fox-fur jackets. Fur is a big thing in the collection, too – the super fluffy jackets look like clouds elevated around the models! Anna Ewers look (the pink one, you are going to spot it easily) wins everything.

A major thing for Altuzarra are the bags – with a Woodstock festival attitude, the fringed leather bags definitely will be everywhere – possibly, a significant and iconic bag from America is going to conquer the world? Gucci, take notes. Hah, even the sex-appeal of the clothes slightly remind that Tom-Ford-at-Gucci look… definitely not the gender-fuse one which is boosted by Alessandro Michele at the moment. Coming back to Joseph – now, he’s earning the higher level in the international fashion. Delightful.

Warm Things. A Détacher AW15

February 15, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Lately, I’ve got an eye on A Détacher, the label which was found by a Polish native, Mona Kowalska. With her own boutique on Mott Street and eponymous label, Mona is New York’s phenomen. In my opinion, she’s an inspiring, wonder woman, which is rarely spotted by big magazines and websites. Her collections are always true to her philosophy – the clothes should be comfortable, but with an edge.

This time, she continues what she’s best at – warm, soft knitted cardigans, fluffy shoes, tights and calm, but vibrant, prints. But the prints, however, soon gave way to the explosion—literally, with a great black-and-white photoprint of Vesuvius mid-eruption, and more abstractly with a energetic-looking orange and navy print. Although we had volcanos here, we should keep in mind that the clothes had something domestic about them. And hearty. The heavy cable-knit sweaters, suede skirts and semi-ponchos are just few examples. These lifey clothes will definitely find happy homes in the closets of arty women like Kowalska!

SJP is in The House. Tome AW15

February 14, 2015February 14, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Oh my gosh, Sarah Jessica Parker designed the shoes for Tome’s AW15 collection! I mean, the collection feels slight Sex and The City… But instead of that super hot news, I must admit – Tome is getting better and better every season. Their beautiful diverse selection of models just make all these shirt-like dresses and stripey pantalons look feminine and fresh at the same time. Lilac turtlenecks are fine, too! These lady-like clothes and SHOES will make women feel like a woman.

Dance-Floor Boogie. Creatures of Comfort AW15

February 14, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

You will never be a bore if you wear the dance-floor on yourself. The new collection by Creatures of Comfort was a mix of elegance and boogie-boogie dance. Checked skirts worn with cashmere sweaters or rather black over-sized suits spiced up by a yellow necklace? The combinations seem to be endless! But all of it works together. One of the collection’s strongest looks was a silk blouse in a kitsch Hawaiian print, worn under a rust-colored blazer with notched lapels. Confusion? Definitely yes, but in good taste.

Denim for Dinner. Rachel Comey AW15

February 13, 2015 | Design & Culture by Ed

Rachel Comey presented her collection, like always, in a restaurant with the company of her friends and family. And, to tell the truth, Rachel knows how to cut in between the starter and the main course. Denim. Clogs. Clogs with fur. Cobalt blue knits, And for the nutritious dessert – artisan embroidery made by her favourite New York-based artist. Not much is needed to make your dinner not only delicious, but also stylish. With Comey, you can refresh your wardrobe for every #foodie occasion – from a brunch with your gals, to your romantic dinner with your love. And the aviator jacket with the shearling makes us drool! I bet that Rachel is as good at cooking as in fashion… hope to try her pasta once!