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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Farah Angsana S/S 2013

Farah Angsana S/S 2013

Farah Angsana is an Indonesian born who has traveled the world but currently resides in Zurich. She is known for her luxurious, couture style which is inspired by her jet-setter lifestyle. Her Spring 2013 collection shown at Lincoln Center during New York Fashion Week was called “The Glamazon.” She describes this woman as one who wanted to explore the world and re-invent her life in places like Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. She was inspired by a personal event that forever changed her view on life and love.

It was hard to pinpoint one color palette or theme. She went from evening gowns using satin, silk crepe and delicate crystal beading to embroidered cocktail dresses and silk organza. I personally enjoyed the shift dresses in their bold, beautiful colors like lime green and aqua blue that moved beautifully down the runway. The second half of the collection definitely gave a Brazilian vibe with bright color combinations and prints. While the first half seemed unrelated with stiff evening dresses and cocktail gowns.

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The hair was slicked back into a ponytail for a very sleek, effortless look for Spring. Hair and makeup was done by Christo Fifth Avenue. The makeup was fresh faced with an orange, red lip. The jewelry to accentuate the looks were provided by Miriam Salat who is known for handmade jewelry. Overall, it wasn’t a cohesive show but there were some beautiful pieces in the mix.

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Farah Angsana Fall/Winter 2012 Collection

Farah Angsana Fall Winter 2012 at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week
Image: Malan B. Heydecke

One of my favorite shows of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was Farah Angsana. The Inspiration of Farah Angsana Collection:  A well-traveled woman of high society who only wears the best. Whether attending a business meeting in Dubai, dancing at a political dinner party in London or partying it up in the hottest club in Tokyo, the Farah Angsana woman has a full closet of luxurious clothing made from the best fabrics in the world. The Farah Angsana woman is a lover of culture, refinement, and fashion. She pays great attention to fine details and has even finer taste.

Image: Malan B. Heydecke
Image: Malan B. Heydecke

The collection:

Influence from various countries including Japan, China, England, Italy, and the United Arab Emirates was seen all over the runway. There were some great cocktail dresses that would make a wonderful prom dress. Through out the show there was an abundance of full-length gowns embellished in sequins, Chantilly lace embroidery, and silk that will make any woman feel elegant.

Farah Angsana Fall Winter 2012 at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week
Image: Malan B. Heydecke

I fell in love with the Royal Blue Silk Georgette Belted Caftan. It was absolutely beautiful. A well-made caftan looks wonderful on any and every body type. I also love the Ever Green Ruched Silk Satin Chiffon dress and the Violet Silk Lurex Asymmetrical Gown. These dresses moved wonderfully along the runway. While all the gowns were infectious, the dress that received a ton of oohs and ahhs was The Shanghai Blue Dragon Scale Embellished Tulle Gown. Farah Angsana sheer gown was the apotheosis of bold, luminous, and luxury. The Shanghai Blue Dragon gown is the perfect gown that will grace an actress on the red carpet very soon.

Hair and makeup: 

Christo was the creator of the look for the show.  For makeup each model had a bold red lip, lashes, arched eyebrows, and blush. The hair was sleek and well-groomed.

What was your favorite show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week?

By Malan B. Heydecke for Lipstick and Luxury

Farah Angsana S/S 2011

Farah Angsana

Indonesian designer Farah Angsana did not disappoint with her S/S 2011 Ready-to-wear collection! She was the first show that I attended on Day 1 of Fashion week and I really loved her collection. Farah’s Ready To Wear collection ranged from embellished micro mini dresses to cascading crystal embellished gowns to tribal prints. Farah’s attention to detail stands out and her collection showed her range as a designer. Farah showcased not only simple print dresses but also elegant eye catching red carpet gowns.

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New York Fashion Week Backstage: Farah Angsana S/S 2011

Farah Angsana

I was invited to cover the hair and makeup backstage for the Farah Angsana S/S 2011 collection and I was more than happy to oblige. The theme of night was about “Sexy, Springy and Fresh”.

The models wore gold and silver eye shadow, minimal lashes and soft coral lipstick. The nail color was also kept light and Springy using No More Alimony, a beautiful nude shade with a bit of metallic edge to it. Gregg Hubbard, makeup artist for Cristo lead the beauty team, Rita Hazan covered the hair and nails were done by Dashing Diva. Let’s take a closer look.

Farah Angsana

Farah Angsana

Farah Angsana

Hair was kept soft with a natural feel, the hairstyles varied from sleek and straight to delicate up-do’s.

Farah Angsana

Farah Angsana

What are your thoughts on the hair and makeup?