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It’s countdown time: less than a month to go before the capsule collection from designer Alexander Wang hits H & M stores!

11 Saturday Oct 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in designer/high street collaboration, fashion collaboration, mark your diary, menswear, ready to wear, signature look, sportswear, street style sass, street wear sass, urban wear, urban-chic, womenswear

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activewear, Alexander Wang, designer/high street collaboration, H & M, H & M - collaboration, Mark your diary!, sportswear

 

 

Fashion wunderkind Alexander Wang can boast a superlative C.V.

 

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In a nutshell:  Highlights (to date)

Born in 1983,  San Francisco born Wang knew

from an early age that he wanted to design.

At age 19:  started a fashion course at NYC’s famed

Parsons New School of Design

At age 21:  he launched his own label (That was quick!)

At age 22:  he presented his first collection

At age 23:  he won the Vogue Fashion Fund, which assisted to

finance his business

 

At age 25:  he was awarded the  Swarovski Award for Womenswear from

the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)

At age 27:  he was hailed Best New Menswear Designer by American GQ

At age 28:  he is named Creative Director of French label, Balenciaga

 

CFDA president, Diane von Furstenberg befittingly calls him a “star”.

 

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And now, before his 30th birthday (26 December)

his enthusiastically anticipated capsule collaboration

with high street giant H & M,

will be in stores on 6 November 2014.

 

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(image from butterboom.com):

 alexander wang, h & m, image

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Wang is the newest member of the Swedish multinational clothing company’s

design collaboration family.  In recent years, H & M has partnered with

Marni, Isabel Marant, Stella McCartney and Karl Lagerfield among others.

 

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Everything is still a bit under wraps and still a bit hush hush.

What is known:

the collection is sports wear focused

with signature Wang urban street vibe

includes womenswear/menswear pieces

lots of black, lots of leather

and the Wang logo in prominence.

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A Sneak Peek

Alexander Wang   -X-  H&M

November, 2014

(images from style.com):

alexander wang, h and m, sneak peek

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alexander wang, h and m, womens, sneak peek

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(image from gq-magazine.uk):

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Mark your diary!

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Gotta have it! : the shoes wish – list for Autumn 2014 (and a peek at a few desirables for Spring 2015)

06 Saturday Sep 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, Gotta have it!, shoe art, shoes... glorious shoes

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Alexander Wang, autumn 2014, Christian Louboutin, Cynthia Vincent, Dolce & Gabbana, Gotta have it!, Malone Souliers, Marissa Webb, Narcisco Rodriquez, Nicholas K, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sergio Rossi, shoes, Spring 2015, statement shoes, Tabitha Simmons, Valentino

Shoes are my ‘fashion-shop’ Achilles heel.

Love the architectural elements and design details

of these wish – list favourites.

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What happens when you can’t choose?

Gotta have them all!

Is that asking too much?

Nay!

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Autumn  2014

(images from saksfifthavenue.com):

Tabitha Simmons

Aura

black suede, intricate cut  -outs

shoes tabitha simmons aura suede mesh platform sandals saks0441914271986_247x329

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Malone Souliers

Savannah

silvery, lizard lace – ups

shoes malone soulieers saks savannah lizard laceup ankel boots…..0441910024838_247x329

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red / burnt orange  snakeskin

shoes malone souliers savannah snakeshi lace up ankle boots0441910025446_247x329

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Alexander Wang

Lys

black/ blue colour combo leather mules

shoes alexander wang lys leather mules saks0469608476547_247x329

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Sergio Rossi

Atalia

web motif, embellished suede ankle boots in burgundy

shoes sergio rossi atalia embellised suede ankle boots saks0441906773207_247x329

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champagne – hue suede with black leather T – strap

shoes sergio rossi suede leather t strap pumps saks0441989001402_247x329

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Salvatore Ferragamo

dove – grey T- strap with bow detail

shoes slvatore ferragamo pellas suede t-strap sandals saks0442339752852_247x329

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Dolce & Gabbano

embroidered knee high boots with studded heel

shoes dolce & gabbana embroidered knee high boots saks0468697050843_247x329

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Narcisco Rodriquez

Camilla

suede,  pointed toe pumps in tangerine

with cross over strap detail

shoes narciso rodriquez camilla suede pumps from saksfithavenue.com0441910172782_247x329

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Christian Louboutin

cage ankle boot in black suede

shoes christian louboutin suede cage ankle boots 0452502455565_247x329

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(image from vogue.it):

Valentino

’60s vibe bootie with geometric shape details

shoes valentino vogue.it8b2317f7-c5e3-4b8d-8d68-96e36e11a60c

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Cynthia Vincent

Devon

black suede ankle bootie

with zipper / tassel detail

shoes suede booties by cynthia vincent devon wwwmain.original.585x0

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Already thinking ahead

Spring  2015

 

(images from elleuk.com):

 

Strapped in:

 

Nicholas K

Shoes nicholas K elleukss15_shoes-nicholas-k-clp-rs15-imaxtree__large

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Marissa Webb

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Skirt suiting: style coordination and the rest is history

31 Sunday Aug 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion = clothes, fashion historic reference, history notes, ready to wear, runway presentation, skirt suits, street style sass, style ideas?, style inspiration

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A-line skirts, A.W.A.K.E, Alexander McQueen, Alexander Wang, Anna Sui, Chanel, Chanel tweed skirt suit, Coco Chanel, Jonathan Liang, skirt suits, skirts, tweed skirt suit, Utility suit, Verionique Branquinho, Victory suit, Vivienne Westwood, Yeohlee

The chronicling of skirts and  skirt suiting

is of importance on the fashion history timeline.

Skirt length and silhouette provide ready reference

to identification of specific historical eras and

the evolving transitions of women’s socio-political status.

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In late 19th century European fashion,

skirt suiting appears as a distinct dress

comprised of jacket with matching skirt (without bustle).

This outfit emerged as an appropriate riding costume,

accessorized with a high-collared shirt or chemisette,

and a top hat with a veil.

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(images from historical tidbits):

riding costume woman from historicaltidbits1862 fashions.23 riding habit

19th century riding costume

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The skirt suit was also an ensemble worn when

out and about on leisurely strolls.

The outfit included a

jacket and skirt (with bustle),

accessorized with a small hat or bonnet.

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19th century walking costume historical tidbits1876 fashions.160 dresses

‘walking’ outfit with bustle skirt

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As the 19th century progressed,

skirts became less voluminous,

more fitted to the body and bustle-free.

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With the advent of the 20th century,

and the difficulties of two international conflicts (WWI, WWII)

which forced women from home into non-traditional work,

skirt fit became more comfortable to accommodate the new labour tasks.

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During the years of the Second World War  (WWII),

there was a pronounced shortage of fabric.

The scarcity of material increased the popularity of the skirt suit.

  Women were able to add longevity to their wardrobe

by mixing and matching skirts, blouses, and jackets

to create various outfits.

Skirts suits of this period were known as Victory or Utility suits.

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When the war years ended, the skirt suit maintained its dress distinction

due to its’ comfort and practicality.

It had achieved full celebrity status as a fashion mainstay.

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(image from vintage dancer.com):

What Did Women Wear in the 1940s?

 Utility skirt suits
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As the years moved on, the skirt hem-line

continued its gradual rise:

ankle-length, calf-length, knee-length.

Rising skirt lengths mirrored the rise of

women’s increased socio-economic status and the

skirt suit was fashion integral to the process.

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By the mid -20th century,

with the hem-line holding at the knee,

a modern twist was introduced to

skirt suiting via fabrication:

cue Coco Chanel and the tweed skirt suit.

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(image from elle.com):

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Chanel tweed skirt suit

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With the application of tweed, a material associated with men’s suiting,

Coco Chanel used this durable fabric to create a suiting of

a slim, knee length skirt (pencil-like in silhouette)

and collarless cardigan-style jacket embellished with

braid, gold buttons and patch pocket details

The Chanel tweed skirt suit has evolved into a classic piece

and today continues to maintain its iconic standing.

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By the 1980s, power skirt suiting ruled:

jackets with board shoulders and shoulder pads.

It seemed the sartorial stance was one of

‘being able to play with the big boys” of the boardroom.

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(image from etsy.com):

1980s power skirt suit from etsy.comil_570xN.438489109_bkjg

Packing a fashion punch:  ’80s power suiting

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As the 20th century dimmed

and the light of the new millennium dawned,

skirt suiting was no longer held to any particular dress dictate.

Skirt lengths, jacket/skirt silhouette, fabrication, styling,

all were open to creative interpretation

be it runway revved or street-wear steady.

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Skirt suiting,  a/w  2014

 

 

(images from style.com):

On the runway

 

 

from A.W.A.K.E

skirt suit AWAKE_style032_1366.450x675

oversize jacket with extra wide shawl-like lapels and

asymmetric hem skirt with front slit

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skirt suit AWAKE_ style023_1366.450x675

with asymmetric trench – inspired jacket

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from Chanel

skirt suit chanel a14 styleCHA_0111.450x675

tweed, cinched at waist with corset-like affect;

worn over matching,  sparkly roll neck jumper and leggings

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skirt suit chanel a14 styleCHA_0427.450x675

demure “lady who lunches” suit, teamed with

urban-sass, lace-up, knee high tweed trainers

yes!

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from Yeohlee

skirt suit yeohlee style_LKV9894.450x675

lined sections

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Vivienne Westwood

skirt suit vivienne westwood red label a14 styleKIM_0339.450x675 skirt suit westwood red label a14KIM_0144.450x675

jackets of major interest

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Veronique Branquinho

trouser suit with skirt veronique branquinhoPG_6368.450x675

with trouser pairing

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Alexander McQueen

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the gents in on the skirt suiting action

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Anna Sui

  skirt suiting anna sui a 14 style_ARC0361.450x675

decadent textile

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Alexander Wang

skirt suiting alexandr wang a14 style_ARC0621.450x675

suited and booted

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(image from mtrls.com):

Jonathan Liang

skirt suit by Jonathan Liang from mtrlst.comLook-09

cut-away jacket, skirt with asymmetric hem and zipper detail

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Out and about

 

(image from whowhatwear):

 

skirt suitingstreet longskirt pinstripemain.original.585x0

ladylike pinstripes:

long line jacket, to-ankle skirt with soft pleats

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(image from ellecanada.com):

skirt suiting ellecanada.com lfw-fall-2014-street-style-androgyny-56

plaid pleasing with 3/4 length sleeve jacket and

 to knee skirt with soft folds

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(image from glamour.com):

skirt suit glamour.comella-catliff-london-street-style-printed-outfit-h724

three piece with flora print

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(images from elle.com):

skirt suiting edgyelle-02-paris-street-fw-2014-style-6-v-xln

cropped boxy jacket with drop shoulders and pocket details

flared mini skirt

no nonsense over-knee black high heeled boots

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skirt suiting grey skirt black boleroelle-11-paris-street-style-3-v-xln

the brief:  grey/black/white colour coordination

with a zap of florescent yellow

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skirt suiting stone elle-07-paris-street-style-fall-2014-day-7-v-xln

jacket with apron front and origami folds

paired with mini circle skirt

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skirt suiting pleat skirtelle-03-paris-street-fw-2014-style-6-v-xln

collarless jacket with zipper detail and full pleat skirt

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(image from ellecanada.com):

skirt suiting ellecanada.comparis-street-style-office-7544

linear focus:  sport lux crew neck top and matching pencil skirt

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(images from ellecanada/com):

skirt suitellecananda crop trench-jacket pencil skirtfb58e46e-ce23-4589-adce-5ddd1e0f8e27

cropped trench affect jacket paired with colour band pencil skirt

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skirt suit double breast black gold buttons ellecom print skirt-12-lfw-fw-2014-street-style-day-five-v-xln

double breast black jacket with gold buttons,

shoulder detail and cuffed sleeve;

flirty, pleated, B/W graphic skirt

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Get shorty! : summer short trouser ensembles

14 Saturday Jun 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in short trouser ensembles, style ideas?, style inspiration, trouser fashion

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Alexander Wang, Girls on Film, Glamorous, Jason Wu, marc by marc jacobs, short trouser ensembles, spring/summer 2014, Zara

Whether paired with matching shirt or jacket (or both!)

short trouser ensembles

is markedly on point.

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With several style options to consider:

for the trousers:  shorty shorts, Bermuda length

for the top:  cropped, waist length, bralet, jacket –

it’s easy to incorporate the look into your summer wear choices.

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 On the runway

 

 

(images from style.com):

Alexander Wang

s/s  2014

 

short suit alexander wang stylecomWAN_1719.450x675 short suit alexander wang stylecomWAN_1737.450x675 short suit alexander wangWAN_1843.450x675 short suit alexander wangWAN_2109.450x675 short suit alexanderwangWAN_2126.450x675

 

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Jason Wu

s/s  2014

short suit jason wu stylecomJAS_1010.450x675 short suit jason wu stylecomJAS_1038.450x675

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Marc by Marc Jacobs

s/s  2014

short suit marc by marc jacobs stylecomMAR_8228.450x675

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 Out and About

 

 

(photo by Phil Oh, streetpeeper.com):

 

 facebook blue floral shortsuit streetpeeper0a21e4dcff8c4c79917eddb3b709bad2_w550

 

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(image from whowhatwear):

short trouser wwwmain.original.585x0

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(images from style.com):

summer shorts 14 style com060914_Governors_Ball_Street_Style_slide_003 summer shorts 14 stylecom060914_Governors_Ball_Street_Style_slide_016

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Easy Finds

(from Glamorous):

short trouser suit from glamorousimage1xl

 

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(from Girls on Film):

short trouser suits ladies from girls on filmimage4xl

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(from Zara):

short suit zaracom2684169402_1_1_1

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Do the maths: designer, A. W. (Alexander Wang) + retailer, H & M (Hennes Mauritz) = fab clothes / fab prices

17 Thursday Apr 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in design collaboration, designer/high street collaboration, menswear

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Alexander Wang, autumn/winter 2014, H & M - collaboration, menswear

The news:

 Alexander Wang has become the first American designer

to partner with Swedish clothing company, H & M

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(image from guardianlv.com):

a wang portrait 2

designer, Alexander Wang

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The results:

beautifully crafted high end clothes at affordable high street prices

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The look for menswear:

(given Mr.  Wang’s previous offerings)

hard,   sporty,   urban

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The date in store:

6 November 2014

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The response:

Hurrah!  Hurrah!  Hurrah!

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The collection

(indication of what’s to come for H & M ?)

Alexander Wang

Menswear, a/w 2014

(images from style.com):

AlexanderWang men a14_004_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_001_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men : coat_005_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_006_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_007_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_008_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_009_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_010_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_014_1366.450x675

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AlexanderWang men_016_1366.450x675

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What to expect from a design collaboration between Alexander Wang and high street H&M? Wang’s a/w 2014 collection might offer a clue

16 Wednesday Apr 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, design collaboration, designer/high street collaboration, handbag design, ready to wear, shoes... glorious shoes

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Alexander Wang, autumn/winter 2014, Balenciaga - creative director, H & M - collaboration

Alexander Wang

(image from vogue.it):

alexander wang portrait vogue.it

the young design talent

creative director of Balenciaga

and of his eponymous label

is set to be the next fashion creative to collaborate

with high-street giant – Swedish retailer

H & M

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“The work with their team is an exciting, fun process.

They are very open to pushing boundaries and

to set a platform for creativity.”

(Alexander Wang, commenting on the H & M experience)

Clearly a fashion perfect marriage.

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The collection is scheduled to be in-store on 6 November 2014 and

will feature pieces for both men / women and accessories –

yet another reason to anticipate eagerly,  the autumn season.

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A hint of what to expect

(using his a/w 2104 offering as reference):

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tailoring

layering

sensational suiting

multi-pocket outerwear

accessory a-cravability

textile variables

a hint of asymmetry

grey/black as base colour

as accent:  lime, purple, orange,

cobalt, red, yellow, pink

knitwear

prints,  patterns,  textures

???

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Alexander Wang

Women’s RTW, autumn/winter  2014

The Collection

(images from style.com):

a wang a14

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 a wang detail coat pockets

pockets:  accent detail / function

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alexander wang a14 boots detail style

over the knee, two-tone (black/brown), white sole

pointed toe, equestrian-esque boots

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a wang full image 1

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a wang full image 2 a14

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a wang leather waist bag a14

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a wang a14 calf boot

 calf – height mule heeled boot

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a wang full image 3

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a wang white asymmetric coat a 14

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a wang balck trousers a 14

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Camo-wear: now you see it , now you don’t

30 Saturday Nov 2013

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion = clothes, fashion fun, patterns, prints, runway presentation, street style sass, style ideas?, style inspiration, Uncategorized

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Alexander Wang, autumn/winter 2013, camo-wear, camo-wear on the runway, camouflage fashion, Michael Kors, street style camo, street style sass, Timo Weiland

Camouflage-wear

has been on trend – in full view – for the last few seasons

There is no hiding the fashion impact of camo-wear

as it remains visible in both

runway presentation and street style.

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 Showcased on clothing as well as accessories:

 inventive abstract patterning, vibrant colour, textured textile –

camouflage fashion … it’s all out in the open.

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On the runway, a/w 2013

(images from fashionising):

Alexander Wang

camo wear alexander-wang-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw22 camo wear alexander-wang-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw26

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Michael Kors

 

camo wear michael-kors-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw32 camo wear michael-kors-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw29 camo wear michael-kors-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw5

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Timo Weiland

by Timo Weiland and Alan Eckstein

timo weiland, camouflage wear, a/w 2013 camo wear timo-weiland-autumn-fall-winter-2013-nyfw17

 

 

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Street style Sass:  camo

(image from streetstylebystela.com):

Anonymous

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(image from the guardian.com):

All Ages camouflage: camouflage jumper black trousers boots

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(image from stylecarrot.com):

camo-sweater-leahter-leggings

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(images from nssmag.com):

Kalaf Angelo

Wu Xiaofan

Milou Van Groesen

Victor

Simone Marchetti

Amanda

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(image from dirtybk.com):

Dyandra & Mike

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(image from the urbanspotter.com):

Milan Fashion Week Sept 2013

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(image from lelook.eu):

Youngjun Koo

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(image from stylecarrot.com):

camo-skinny-beanie

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(image from carolinesmode.com):

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(image from meninthistown.com):

Anonymous

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(image from fashionjunk);

Dennis

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(image from company.co.uk):

What Company magazine wears to work...

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(image glamcanyon.com):

Anonymous

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