Stella McCartney Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

Like no other Stella McCartney is able to design clothes women really want to wear. And not just because they look so good, but because they’re wearable. Cause even now that wearability is high up on any designer’s agenda, not all designer clothes are that easily to wear in daily life. Most of Stella’s designs for summer 2015 are, although we don’t think we’ll be biking through Amsterdam in one of her floor sweeping, flapper, flared designs. Her unicolored, feminine designs seemed suitable for a large group of women, from almost any size or age. The roomy pants looked chic, the long knitted tops worn over knitted skirts appeared elegant and the ruffle/flapper details on the dresses made up for a feminine kind of playfulness. Bomber collars, sweater details, trench inspired epaulets, wrap skirts, large buckles, the chunkiest necklaces and cut-outs added to the modern character of the collection. Some models in checked numbers seemed to have just been lifted out of bed. This is comfort dressing with a twist.

Givenchy Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

On Sunday Givenchy felt dark, almost Gothic-like, yet was absolutely sexy. “In the beginning, when I started, it was much more tough and sexy. I feel like women today tell me that’s what’s missing from the market”, Riccardo Tisci stated to Style.com. In a palette of black and whites with only a touch of pink powder and brown Tisci’s tight fitting creations followed up on each other. Designs made out of lace and leather were figure hugging and the cleavage sure played a big part. As did the legs popping up from underneath leather shorts, skater skirts, gladiator dresses and knee high lace up boots. In fact there was a lot of lace up going on, as top stitching and studs were the clothes’ extra details. Belts accentuated the models’ waists as chokers added up to the Gothic vibe of the show. It was a show you wouldn’t necessarily describe as the ultimate family outing. Yet that didn’t stop Kim Kardashian, Kanye West and their toddler from attending. In matching sheer black designs Kim and baby North watched the models (incl. sister Kendall Jenner) strut the dark and sensual designs. Kim poker faced, North nearly crying. Oh what a blast!

Chloé Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

Clare Waight Keller went down the hippie / boho route for spring. Yet she did take a less convenient path. Yes there was lace, suede and denim. Indeed she came up with airy maxi dresses, printed tunics and a whole range of gladiator sandals. But still she managed to give her looks a refreshing kind of chicness. The kind of elegance that would make the navy pocket skirts and matching blouse as well as the white lace jacket and shorts suitable for work too. Although we must admit most designs would look their best on and around the beach somewhere. Most of them being the careless cool pieces you’d throw on after a dip in the ocean. Just to go on and head to a casual lunch, a cosy dinner or a long night of dancing. Especially the floor sweeping dresses (hanging from small spaghetti straps) had resort written all over them. As far as that one XL denim washed jogging attire, we’re not sure where to place it, but easy and relaxed must be the key words to this collection.

 

Streetfashion Paris SS2015 Day 5

What are you wearing during the fashion weeks? Your Gucci-shoes, that vintage Prada or your latest Givenchy-sweater? Maybe we’ll spot you in Paris, Milan, New York or Amsterdam. During the fashion weeks we refresh our streetwear posts regularly. We don’t judge, we’re not the fashion-police, we just enjoy fashion and your own personal style. Next stop: Paris Fashion Week spring/summer 2015.

Céline Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

Her ever so impeccably cool Céline designs got a little twist this time around. “In a way, I was open to everything—no preconceived ideas, very little of me saying no”, designer Phoebe Philo told Style.com. This translated into flapper dresses with fringy/fluffy bottoms, extra pockets, belts, topstitching and buttons on the jackets and the introduction of several colourful floral prints. Most designs were still clean cut and sober, but they had a little extra. Cut-outs on elbows, waistlines and chests looked elegant. As did the subtle accessories like necklaces and belts. Philo felt like experimenting a bit, but wasn’t ready to let go of her immensely popular clean chic signature. As a result the collection was a mix of two styles. Perhaps Philo could have said no a few extra times, but we sure appreciate the fresh new side of Céline.

Jean Paul Gaultier Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

Jean Paul Gaultier’s collections seemed to be ‘best of’ collections for the last few seasons. The talented designer mostly celebrated his biggest success designs, like his signature trenchcoat, the Breton stripe, pinstripe, the corset etc. His shows with guest appearances of Madonna and Dita von Teese were true spectacles, yet new trends, hypes or refreshing ideas seemed missing. Perhaps a run up towards this weekends’ show, his last prêt-à-porter show, described by many as the end of an era. Jean Paul Gaultier, unlike some of his fellow designers, knows when to stop and he sure went out with a bang. No ordinary last runway show, but a beauty pageant was the setting for his grande finale. ‘Élection​ de Miss Jean Paul Gaultier 2015’ was divided into sections including the designer’s most recognizable work and some new side stories. A start of black and white tailoring followed up by colorful sportive and printed creations. Then some glittery ensembles, scarf printed designs, patchwork denim and shiny, streetwise gold. Some models were even dressed up as fashion’s most famous figures like Grace Coddington, Carine Roitfeld and Suzy Menkes. What an honor! And as if they were strutting the real streets models carried phones, umbrellas, flowers, footballs, cans of food and dogs. Some ‘older girls’ paraded in a few black outfits as tuxedo variations made their appearance. Mexican wrestling ladies with an attitude formed the finale of the show. And when Jean Paul Gaultier himself entered the runway wearing a ribbon stating ‘L’enfant terrible’ it was cheering and smiles everywhere. This was JPG prêt-à-porter.

Comme des Garçons Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

A sea of red everywhere we could look. Choosing roses and blood as a theme Rei Kawakuno decided to stick to one color of poppy red. Different textures, structured shapes and extraordinary silhouettes created enough variation in the collection though. Fabrics being shredded, fringed, slashed up and raw edged. This were not clothes designed just to look pretty or set trends in. The designs somehow breathed some of the difficult issues happening in the world right now. Prettiness versus chaos and violence, roses versus blood. Kawakuno gave us all something to think about and not just whether we’ll be sporting shorts or culottes next spring.

Viktor&Rolf Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren choose activewear as their inspiration, though worked it with their own irreverent touch. Several remakes of Olivia Newton-John’s ‘Physical’ were on the soundtrack and punctuated their theme.

The duo played on the idea with biker shorts and slouchy pants. Theye were paired with mesh tops in upbeat floral prints. These looks riffed on traditional shirting, but were ruched, tweaked and cut together in an asymmetric way.
Playful touches were subtle, as in the way Horsting and Snoeren reworked tank tops, including one with an additional cross strap that added a graphic touch and cutout to the casual staple.

Streetfashion Paris SS2015 Day 4

What are you wearing during the fashionweeks? Your Gucci-shoes, that vintage Prada or your latest Givenchy-sweater? Maybe we’ll spot you in Paris, Milan, New York or Amsterdam. During the fashionweeks we refresh our streetwear posts regularly. We don’t judge, we’re not the fashion-police, we just enjoy fashion and your own personal style. Next stop: Paris Fashion Week spring/summer 2015.

Kenzo Catwalk Fashion Show Paris Womenswear SS2015

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