Avatars on the Runway

The Fendi fall winter 2013 collection was intriguing to say the least. With the Avatar-esque hair and make-up, juxtaposed with the neutral hues and materials, I was pleasantly surprised that it actually went well together and I found myself entranced not just by the individual looks but by the show's overall atmosphere. Karl Lagerfeld's design aesthetic was clearly evident in the clothes. Everything in the line seemed to contradict itself and it worked. The natural textures (furs, skins, silks) went brilliantly with the sharp and oddly angled architectural hemlines and stitching. Take a look for yourself; does it clash or seamlessly combine?


















http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2012/ready-to-wear/fendi/full-length-photos

Maiyet - Ready to Wear - Fall Winter - 2012/13

It seems like just the other day we were all ogling over the latest summer trends; the ever popular ice-cream themed ad campaign by Louis Vuitton was on the back of every Elle, Vogue and Harper's Bazaar. Luckily the time has flown by allowing not too much of a dry period and it is presently all about winter 2012/13. A line that caught my eye was the conspicuous Maiyet founded by South African Human Rights Activist Paul Van Zyl who worked under Archbishop Desmond Tutu with the post-Apartheid Truth Commission. The clothes are designed by Gabriella Zanzani I can definitely say my hat goes off to her. The line was simple but the expert layering created an intricacy that made you appreciate the craftsmanship of the garments - not an easy thing to do. My only personal critique would be that of the slightly unflattering hipster skirts that almost resembled tennis attire. The looks had varied inspirations including a slight Victorian flare which I loved. Overall the feel was dark and sophisticated. The mysterious hats, coats  and dark colours made you want to be those models purely because it seemed like they knew something you didn't. One thing I know for sure is that the show was undeniably a success (in my opinion anyways).