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Chadwick Bell, comprehensive collection, creative accessories, spring/summer 2013, style ease, subdued colours, womenswear designers
True to his easy-going Southern Californian upbringing,
American womenswear designer, Chadwick Bell
created a S/S 2013 rtw collection, which emanates
a sense of calm tranquil simple ease
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The colour palette is subdued:
white, cream, black with hints of green, yellow
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The collection is comprehensive:
interchangeable separates: trousers, skirts, tops, jackets
varied textiles: cotton, chiffon, leather, lace
fabric manipulation: layering, pleating, flowing, steamlined
dresses, gowns
day-wear to evening-wear
work to play
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The accessories are known pieces with unique details:
broad headbands with bobby pins to side
necklaces ribbon-tied with statement adornments
thin leather belts asymmetric with large geometric shape to side
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Ah … a sweet silence of this collection
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designer: Chadwick Bell
launched: 2007, eponymous label – Chadwick Bell
first show: 2008, New York Fashion Week
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Chadwick Bell
Spring/Summer 2013
(images from chadwickbell.com):


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The accessories
visor with veil