MBFWA Fall 2016, Downtown Fashion Behind the Scenes

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Amsterdam has officially started with the downtown-program. Ten days of fashion-events downtown Amsterdam. This weekend it was all about taking a look backstage at the show of JUtka&Riska plus a workshop Walking the Runway by catwalkcoach Dyonne. The Elite Model Look scouting team was also there to spot future talents.
Next thursday the Uptown Show-program will kick off.

Trend Report FW2016: Gender Blender

Fully buttoned, worn wit a turtle neck; the female two piece doesn’t have to state the obvious sex appeal anymore. With the whole gender blending game going on even the misses can rock the ultimate tweed pants and jacket. Details like a high ponytail (Christian Dior), a red lip (Saint Laurent), an open shoe (Louis Vuitton) or small belt (Hermes) are enough to give her outfit it’s femininity. Checked (Paul & Joe), colored (Dior) or army inspired (Chloé) inspired by his wardrobe you’ll be amazed how strong of a look you can pull off. Just don’t be afraid to loose some of that in your face sexiness, have your pick from one of the above and suit yourself!

Trend Report FW2016: Lace in the hole

Fluffy jumpers, heavy coats, but underneath the lightest, most delicate pieces are hidden. Underwear is not outerwear this time of year, yet instead it’s all about the teasing game. Giving away just tiniest bit of those sexy sheer numbers. In black (see Ferretti), nude (as seen at Gucci) or bright colored (like at Balmain). There was the velvet-y lace at Givenchy and the abstract sheerness at Mugler. Transparent at the chest (more and more often worn without a bra) (Marc Jacobs) or just sheer sleeves (Carven). These designers show you how it’s done. Now who says you can’t wear lace in winter?

Nikkie Plessen Backstage At The Show FW2016

Take a look backstage at the show of Nikkie Plessen yesterday. Always fun to watch the model getting transformed into classy ladies.

Nikkie Plessen Catwalk Fashion Show Fall 2016

Dutch designer Nikkie Plessen held her second official show in the Netherlands yesterday with special guest-model Maartje Verhoef. It was a fun collection, with a mix of cool casual wear, cocktaildresses, comfy knitwear and shirts with tongue-in-cheek graphics. Besides a businesswoman Nikkie Plessen is also a funky partygirl and that shows.Let’s get the party started then.

Trend Report FW2016: Can someone fringe me?

Trend Report FW2016: Multi Print

To those not following fashion you might look like a fool, blending different prints in one look is rather cool. combined classic prints, from decades passed form the ultimate modern day attire. Some flora, some fauna and some folklore, a little leopard and a touch of tweed in the mix. And when the right color palettes conglomerate; the result is the absolute proof of good taste. Watch & learn from the a/w styles Haider Ackermann, Bottega Veneta, Marc Jacobs, Kenzo and Moncler sent out on their runways. Remember: accessories can make or break the outfit and layering is key. Now, chop chop, time for action, you’ve got some serious mixing and matching to do!

Trend Report FW2016: Vinyl Vixen

We have to admit, it’s a rather tricky material. Yet if you manage to work your piece of vinyl/patent leather, you’re set to have all eyes on you, at all times. Red pants, croc skirts, trenchcoats; Dior, Loewe, Carven, Saint Laurent and Miu Miu all sent out one or two shiny showstoppers on their a/w runway. Paired with colored cashmere or sparkly sweatshirts the trend pulled off some head spinning winter looks. A little risky, slightly over the edge perhaps, yet jaw dropping guaranteed. Shiny without the shimmer. Is this a trend you’d consider?

Trend Report FW2016: Polar proof

‘Winter is coming’, we’ve been stating it since the Game of Thrones’ season finale, yet we have not yet experienced one of those really cold days. Luckily, perhaps. If winter wonderland is, by any chance, still making an appearance we’re fully prepared to blend in. Head to toe in white like a fashionable big foot. Polar proof like Fendi and Chanel. The fluffier your look, the better. And props if you can keep your whole outfit within one color tone. And yes, your hair may be pink, completely according to Vuitton and last year’s big beauty trend.

Trend Report FW2016: I just tweeded this

Strong in both print and material, tweed is having a big moment this winter. Spot this ultimate winter fabric at Haider Ackermann (slightly dark and chevron inspired), Miu Miu (bright and mixed with different prints), Prada (old school and modest), Rykiel (monochrome) and, naturally, at Chanel (any size, shape and color). Give this classic trend a modern update by mix- and matching it with your favorite winter pieces. A tweed dress with knee high boots perhaps? A maxi tweed skirt with an oversized turtle neck perhaps? Or why not just make a tweed statement with coat of your choice? Tweeting might be very 2015, tweed is SO 2016.

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