PARIS Fashion Week: S/S 14 Alexis Mabille

Alexis Mabille

The theme for this collection “Yes, she’s a bomb” is no understatement. The impact of that explosion is visible when the show opens with an unbuttoned army green jumpsuit that exposes a Von Follies bra by Dita Von Teese. Western and tomboy design details manifest a cowgirl industrial worker that is rough on the edges but sexy at the core. Revealing the creations with fringe cowboy boots, waist belts with oversized buckles and blue head wraps complete the look. Navy blue, mustard yellow and army green are the primary colors used to feature the incredible silhouettes consisting of intricate wrapped skirts, elaborate cinched dresses and retro shorts.  This bombshell intends to stop you dead in your tracks.

 

 

PARIS Fashion Week: S/S14 Louis Vuitton

Fashion week brings admiration and excitement to the city of lights. Paris is known for self-expression and innovation, this year’s Spring/Summer 2014 radiates perfection.

Louis Vuitton

Marc Jacobs showcases his last year designing for Louis Vuitton with a dramatic ending. When the clock strikes, the ambiance of the dark under-ground world is exposed. The direction and attention seems to be more on the surroundings than the actual collection itself. A carousel, fountain, elevator and escalators are all props used.  In addition to the props, the entire atmosphere was black- including the collection. Understanding the vision and theme behind the designs is challenging. Feathers hats are worn to create cohesiveness across the line. Feathers are also used as design details in the silhouettes. Opening the show is a graphic bodysuit that promotes the collection. Elaborate embellishments on fishnet, jackets and dresses are the center pieces of the creations. Jeans are paired with the black extravagant pieces to balance the look. The vibe characterizes a gothic woman that prefers a life of utter solitude.