Dean, Dan, and Dsquared²

Hola mis amigos! I hope you all are well. Yes? Awesome! Okay, so I'm just going to jump right into the review.

Dean. Dan. Well done. Well done. For those of us who watched the show (if you didn't, it'll be linked below so no worries), you know who amazingly brilliant this show was. Inspired by the 1940s and the glamorous girl meeting the masculine man, the collection literally blew me away. First off, there were suits. And bow ties. And fur. And hats. And jewelry. As you can "see", I'm excited. Lol. This collection reminded me of those black and white movies that involved some lady singing in a piano, in a bar. It had that old Hollywood glam to it, which wasn't exaggerated, but done just right.

The suits were what impressed me the most, because while it had a masculine feel, it still had a feminine side to it. Maybe because one of the models was Cara Delevingne and maybe because I absolutely love her. Maybe, I'm just saying. No, but overall, the suits worked perfectly, some being tailored and others given a more slouchy feel. They also incorporated vests as well, which I thought added to the vibe.

Something else that I loved were the gowns. They were floor length, with long trains, that everyone tripped on...*take a moment* Okay, moving on. The gloves were also gorgeous! Again, they gave to the feel of the collection, with simple, very easily complementary colors that added just the right amount of pop.

I would now like to point out the jewelry. They pieces were intricate and didn't exaggerate the look at all. The hats also did the same thing for me. They, again, contributed to the feel of the collection in the right way. Sometimes, I feel like a certain look isn't appreciated because of accessary pieces but this was not the case. Oh, and let's not forget the socks.

So, Dean and Dan, you continue to build and grow. And I love it! Everything just seemed to be right. The music, the atmosphere, the models, the walk, the looks, everything. It just flowed. And yes, there were a few stumbles here and there. I honestly don't know why people freak out over those types of things. People trip...models are people...just saying. Anyway, that's a different conversation. Alas, my love for Dsquared²  continues on.


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Missed the show? Check it out here. Enjoy!

It's all about Prada!

Hi guys! So, let me just start by saying that I was, in fact, 20 minutes earlier to the Prada show. The virtual show, that is. Lol. Anyway, since I was earlier, I was able to really pay attention to the scenery and backdrop that was used during the show. It had dreamy feel to it, with the shadows of models appearing behind it. It reminded me of a movie that took place. The day was hot, and steamy shadows of a not useful ceiling fan was projected off the walls...and scene. I would go on, but that's not why your here! Okay, the show. Now, I've always enjoyed Prada. Much like Burberry, I've always felt Prada to be classic, very beautifully tailored, with a not so glam impact. And I like that. In my opinion, this show was no different. There was a level of sexiness to it, but it was incorporated in a way that allowed for the collection to remain classic. 

The first thing really made me love this collection was the amount of skin being shown. Prada made it known that the woman can be classic but sexy. And this is something that is necessary. Very necessary. A lot of women teeter between being sexy and...well, not so sexy. So praises are in order.

Something else that I loved was the fur. Now, I know some people may be opposed to using real fur, and that's A-okay. But this is strictly from a "I don't know what they used, but it looked good" standpoint. Lol. The fur looked good and added just enough umph to the looks to make them standout. And speaking of fur, it was not just about the coats, but also the cuffs. Yes, cuffs were brought to the forefront with this collection. They were noticeable and the funny thing is, I didn't mind them. They added balance to the wider bottoms.

And then, the patterns. They weren't too out there. I liked the classic, checkerboard prints. It was simple, and elegant. And talk about your sequins, mixing textures, and croc skin. Tres chic! What was also tres chic where those bags. From croc print to tweed, they were lovely. And big. I like big.

So, Prada, you've impressed me. I must say. The only thing I didn't like where those sandal heels (if that's a thing). They were too chunky and looked awkward, in my opinion.

I'm going gaga for Gucci

Hi my amazing readers. So...it hurts me to say that I missed the Gucci show this morning! *Tear* Alas, being a college student and crashing after caffeine highs caused Victor to miss fashion shows. Lol. Okay, not really. Fortunately, I was able to view the collection on  Style.com (amazing website, btw). So upon viewing this so, so, SO, so lovely collection, my reaction went something like this..."OMG, O-M-G! O-MG! O-M-G!" all while in my school's library? Talk about awkward looks. So, moving on. Let's get to the collection. If you couldn't tell from my reaction, I loved it! Gucci has always been one of my favorite collections. It's just so aesthetically appealing and makes the woman look so powerful and sexy and just perfect! Totally fan-girling right now.

The colors were dark, giving the collection a mysterious vibe. I loved that spy-esque feel I had when viewing it. It was stealthy, with the pencil skirts, the see-through fabric, and leather. Loved the leather. Also, I like that the patterns were simple, but still very intense. How you do that? Ask Frida Giannini, Gucci's current designer. She worked that in perfectly. I also liked the use of lines. They were straight, nothing to wild and incorporated to well. 

Now, for detail. The heels. Ugh, they were major! Like, MAJOR. The boots were to die for. I loved the purplish, blueish, redish color of them (don't ask). And the snake print set it over the top. As the collection progressed, it became more and more detailed, which is also something I loved. The frills on the pieces were elegantly done and I thought of a bird of paradise. Majestic and cunning. And the colors were nicely balanced between dark lines and fluorescence. And then, there were flowers. Subtle, but they were there!

So, overall, I was pleased. Again. Just like the men's collection, this collection was MAJOR! Well done, Frida, well done. 

Men's Fashion Week: Gucci

Ah, the joys of fashion. And Gucci definitely tops the list. The collection was very tailored, with a somber sort of color pallet, from blues to reds to, of course, black. I also noticed that the suits in the shows lacked ties. Of any form. And for that, I loved the show even more. There was a lot of focused placed on the neck, with many collared pieces. I loved the straight lines and attention to detail. The use of tweed was very apparent and used to perfection. Whether it was a lovely popping red blazer or soft, green peacoat, the collection overall was brilliant and I cannot wait until next year!

Mugler Men's F/W 2013 Collection

I will admit it. I'm slight obsessed with Mugler. The Men's F/W 2013 collection was amazing! Neon colors. Bomber jackets. Bullet proof vest. The "come to me" emblem. Who are they, you may ask? Well, they are none other than Nicola Formichetti and Roman Kremer. From just looking at the collection and watching the show, you feel compelled to join the movement that is Mugler. I loved the use of triangles, which was a very key element of the show. "Western mixed with asian pop culture mixed the sci-fi world," says Formichetti. And the blend worked perfectly! Honestly, if I could have every piece in this collection, I would have them. I would also like to add that the music was custom made for this specific show, which added to the overall brilliance of the collection. With the theme of the triangle being displayed through the vest, suits, knits, to the invitations, the three aisles, and model usage, I would have to say that this was one of my favorite, if not my favorite show! Thank you Nicola and Kremer, for the other-worldly experience. It was a job, well done. xoxo