Proenza Schouler: Fall 2013

Refinement is at the soul of this collection with soft curves and and sleek lines. This collection is nothing short of class. The neutral colour collection was inspired by the works of photographer John Divola series of decaying beach structures. The buttons and lines of the garments serve as decoration. This add much of the softness to the looks. The first looks sums up the feel of the whole collection with the shape, buttons and the model holding the clutch close. The collection ends with beautiful lace pieces with amazing cuts and a soft elegant flow. 

LEAVE IT IN 2012!

So whilst on our journey to F.A.D this morning, Rianna and I compiled a list of our style pet peeves we've been seeing in the past year. 

Contrast Sleeve Jackets

I personally am not hating on contrast sleeve jackets, when they are done right. But this we cannot understand:

Now the khaki is already a strong colour, it is reminiscent of the army or fishing gear. The leather sleeves is also fine...but the marriage of the two? Not so fine. We have punky leather with combat khaki (or "cool" fisher khaki, your choice) its like you're indecisive. What are you?! A fisher or a biker?! AND THEN THERE'S GLITTER SLEEVES. Honestly, who thought that was a good idea? Please.

Example of a good contrast sleeve jacket, take note:

Fairisle Leggings

These should just burn in a ditch. Fine if you wear it as pyjamas or around the home...but why would you wear it outside?! Honestly. They look like trimmings on a Christmas card. Never mind that they are warm, it looks like Santa's elves puked on you. Its bad enough to have a cheesy Christmas sweater but you want that wrapped around your legs too?! 

Can we also say goodbye to aztec leggings. Did you say goodbye to them? Ok good.

I'll offer an alternative, tattoo tights. Again some can be wacky, some can be toned down but its a way to have some pattern without the pain. I even own a pair of machine gun tights. They are usually less than £2 on eBay, what are you waiting for?

Heel-less Heels

They look so unnatural and odd. Its like you want to be a two legged horse. Totally not saying you look like a horse, but those shoes practically look like you have hooves. Also you can't do that thing where you balance on your heels like a child. You could also injure yourself terribly or have a Lady Gaga moment:

Anything with moustaches

Do you really love moustaches that much? Do you really? Because I don't. I don't even know how this became a trend. Sure it was cute at first but if you really love moustaches, stop waxing your upper lip, put down the razor and grow that moustache out. Then we'll see how much you truly love that moustache.

UGGS AS SNOWBOOTS

Known for being really fluffy and comfy. I hope you all learnt your lesson in year 7 when you saw the snow and thought "hmm let me put my Ugg boots on, they'll keep me warm".

Let me tell you now, once wind, ice, snow or rain get on your overpriced slippers, I hope you have fun having amputated feet due to frostbite.

BUY YOURSELF PROPER SNOW BOOTS.

There's also an epidemic of men wearing Uggs

^ THAT SHIT IS UGLY.

Using Onesies Outside of Your Home

Friends. If I see you doing this unless it was pyjama day in school...I'll pretend not to know you.

Onesies are cute, when they are at home. Not when you are outside whilst everyone has made a decent effort into looking presentable. Even I have one and I look so fuckin' kawaii it melts my own heart but I don't walk outside my house to have Pokeballs thrown at me. 

So I hope you learnt a valuable lesson guys.

Leave it in 2012!

Thanks for stopping by!

M

F.A.D Final Design

F.A.D gave me and Melissa the ask of creating two designs. As a result this week I have been taken to pen a paper more than usual. So I have decided to show you the two designs that I came up with. 

Design #1

 

 Design #2

  

Personally I like design #1 best but that just me. :)

Melissa: I literally just finished my designs. I did a dress and a waistcoat and honestly they looked very rushed. Excuse the mess on my desk and the quality of my pictures. Okay, here we go

DESIGN NUMERO UNO:

I honestly love the idea of lace, leather and satin but I honestly cannot decide on colour.

 DESIGN NUMERO DOS:

A fresh take on those contrast sleeve coats that are currently abundant. Contrast collar/pocket waistcoats anyone?

Thanks for stopping by.

Rii x

F.A.D Week #3

Today we tackled the industrial machines! Apart from almost burning our hands with the iron, we did a pretty good job today. Funny how our college is dubbed a "Technology College" but we have pretty basic sewing machines. I personally like the speed and the power of an industrial machine. But remember, be aware! Those machines are a beast! We also did some "speed designing" work which made me realise that I work best when I don't think too much about what I'm designing, the ideas just come out. 

After that we had what Rianna deems the best sandwich in the world at a Vietnamese cafe opposite Hackney College. Banh Mi and Bubble Tea- that is the life.

Here is a quick recap of our outfits for today~

If only I could wear these boots to school. I love them so much.

My super quick drawings:

And my developed idea from one of my quick drawings.

Thanks for stopping by! 

M