INSPIRATION: Inspired by the Mariinsky Theater in Russian, Siriano created a collection that his muse would wear to the Russian opera: full of elegance, opulence, and a cold, strong aesthetic. FASHION – The Christian Siriano Fall/Winter 2013 collection incorporated ornate beading, thick faux furs, black velvet, brocade and lots of gold. From slouchy pants in leather and…
Tag: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week FW 2013
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week FW 2013: Ruffian
INSPIRATION: “they called their new show Reverie, and for inspiration revisited the Bowery of the nineteenth century, when it was lined with opium dens and theaters…” FASHION – The Ruffian Fall/Winter 2013 collection had exotic prints and lots of black. From corsets and capes and leather to blouses with neckties and riding caps and…
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week FW 2013: Monika Chiang
INSPIRATION: “My inspiration for Fall/Winter 2013 began with a recurring dream I’ve been having for years. In the dream, I’m running as fast as I can until I take off into flight. I also recently visited an exhibit with these really interesting mid-century photographs of birds at MOMA and became fascinated with the shapes they…