From the studio of Italian designer Isabel Benenato : gender neutral knitwear and leather pieces, easy-wear / easy-fit

27 Friday Nov 2015

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Italian designer Isabel Benenato

has had a life-long association with fashion.

Born in Naples, Italy

her love of design was nurtured by her mother-

a tailor in the industry.

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designer, Isabel Benenato

(image from blast-bologna.it)

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Her eponymous label

launched in Milan, 2008

is platform for her design focus-

loose fit clothing of

lightweight knitwear and fine leather finishes.

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S / S 2014 menswear collection:

(image from lacommercial)

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Of particular interest is the design directive of her creations:

gender neutrality, a definite guy / gal perspective

a colour story of muted hues

geometric aspects

thin layering

gentle oversizing

asymmetric points

casual dress attitude

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From the studio of designer, Isabel Benenato

Fall 2012

black, sleeve-less leather cover

hood and arch cut out to back

with drawstring detail

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knit dress in charcoal grey

easy fit to body

high neck

deep cut out to one shoulder

styled with speckled grey finger-less gloves to elbow

(images from noovoeditions.com)

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oatmeal hue knit wear jacket

single tab leather closure

layered over deep cowl collar, soft-grey jumper with thumb hole

(image from daad dantone)

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men’s draped black jacket

pin-clasped at shoulder

at front: inverted- V hem and

diagonal cut pockets

(image from farfetch)

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aubergine hue cardi

rolled cowl-neck collar / lapel

double button hem closure

bell sleeves

styled over black leather zip front jacket

(image from blast-bologna.it)

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cathedral grey knit

monk-style hoodie

(image from noovoeditions.com)

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Sweater Scene

(t) lava stone grey jumper

exaggerated cowl neck top

low slit arm opening

deep ribbed hem

(b) coal grey cardigan

oversized

super length sleeves

button panel in contrast black

(images from culdeparis)

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patchwork cardigan

tarnished- silver grey body

coral pink patches / blue yarn stitching

off-centre button closure

(image from allotmentstore.com)

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cocoon shape black overcoat

geometric point hem

drop shoulders

slashed sleeves

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Go big or Go home: Go chunky jumper

10 Tuesday Nov 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in knitwear, style cue, style ideas?, style inspiration, supersize me fashion, winter wear, womenswear

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chunky jumpers, jumpers, knitwear, oversized wool jumpers, supersize me fashion, winter wear, WW (winter wardrobe)

For WW (winter wardrobe) 2015

embrace supersize me fashion–

go chunky jumper for a big, bold knitwear statement.

(images from w magazine)

Cream, cable knit, copious sleeve hem

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Textural, dolman sleeves, bow at shoulder detail

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(photo from the trendspotter):

Outfitted: skirt and jumper set

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(images from stylecaster):

In the pink

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Chunky combo: chunky scarf, chunky jumper

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All wrapped up

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(image from glamour magazine):

Half-tucked presentation

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: Lookbook forward, pre-Fall 2015

12 Monday Jan 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fabrication, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, look book forward, pre-collections, womenswear

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Favlook - Lookfav Focus, footwear, knitwear, layered clothing, mixed fabrication, outwear, prefall 2015 collections, runway favourites, skirt suits, trouser suits

The pre- Fall 2015 collections are the teasers and testers,

which indicate the design direction of the upcoming

autumn/winter international runway shows,

which kick off on 12 February in New York City.

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A few Favlook – Lookfav Focus

pre-collection highlights for Fall 2015:

Knitwear has it covered

by Proenza Schouler

dark chocolate brown jumper / skirt ensemble

basket weave /feathered footwear

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by Proenza Schouler

sweater dress with pleated hem

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from Joseph

patterned mish-mash

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus Favourite

Love it!

from Joseph

sweater dresses with appealing details

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Suit Up

by Thom Browne

skirt suits of added dimension

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by Cedric Charlier

trouser suit in geometric grid

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Layered Looks

by Thakoon

sleeved / sleeveless in one look

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Mixed fabrication

by Thornton Bregazzi

for Preen

cable knit jumper

asymmetric , tiered skirt

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by Thornton Bregazzi

for Preen

top: sequined for scaled affect in blue

skirt: flirty undulated hem

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Covered

by Chloe

taking it to Funky Town

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by Julie de Libran

for Sonia Rykiel

belted, sleeveless tweed jacket (l)

cape shape (r)

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Footloose

from Chloe

over the knee, wide-top statement boots

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Pre-Fall pre-view 2015: M. Patmos by designer Marcia Patmos

07 Wednesday Jan 2015

Posted by meappropriatestyle in B/W (black/white colour story), checks, coats, design philosophy, emerging designers, ready to wear, separates, womenswear, womenswear designers

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M. Patmos

is the brainchild, ready-to-wear label

established in 2011 by designer Marcia Patmos.

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(image from courduroy.com):

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Based in NYC, Ms. Patmos is knitwear knowledgeable

and environment conscious.

She was recognised in 2012 by the CFDA/Lexus Eco-Fashion Challenge for

“environmentally friendly design practices”.

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The M. Patmos pre-Fall 2015 collection is an amalgamation

of the brand aesthetic:

cool masculine tailoring, light-weight knits, clean lines,

simple silhouette, easy styling, interchangeable separates and

maximal wearability.

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M. Patmos

pre-Fall 2015

The Collection

(images from style.com):

Pin- it: stripes, that is!

lounge-length jacket and matching trousers

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wide width culottes

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pleat front trousers

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sleeveless, sack dress with contrasting stripes

side pockets

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‘Knit-knacks’

navy blue joggers with striped hem detail and matching top

white scarf with navy stripes

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lined-up knitwear

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Grid work

super long length scarf

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Outer wear outdone

B/W (black/white) colour block coat

leather with zip detail and clasp closure

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wool overcoat in navy with large herringbone patches at hem and elbows

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In stitches: knit dresses and knit matching set combos

02 Sunday Nov 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, casual wear, Gotta have it!, knitwear, patterns, prints, ready to wear, scarves, seasonal dress, shoes... glorious shoes, signature look, street style sass, style ideas?, style inspiration, womenswear

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accessories, autumn/winter 2014, Band of Outsiders, Gotta have it!, Haider Ackermann, Joseph, knitwear, knitwear match sets, M Missoni, Mark Fast, Michael KorsKors, Sacai, Stella McCartney, sweater dresses, women's knitwear, womenswear

For this year’s autumn / winter season, knitwear fashion reigns supreme.

My favourite looks include sweater dresses and

matching sets of coordinated jumper tops with knit skirts or trousers.

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The knitwear look is bang on trend.

Style with signature accessories to make it

your own.

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On the runway

(images from style.com):

Sweater dress sensation

black, asymmetric collar / hem

from Joseph

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dark slate grey, cowl-neck, side pockets

accessory: matching oversized wool beanie

from Joseph

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graphic linear patterning, colour infused

accessories in chocolate brown:

thick knit beanie, bag, suede boots

From M Missoni

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grey, funnel neck maxi with front hip inner pockets

by Haider Ackermann

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Shoulder baring

tube top, thick knit, navy calf- length

with black horizontal varied stripes and matching scarf

by Mark Fast

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grey mini with red / black yarn embellishment

accessory: nude flatform with red soles

by Stella McCartney

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Gotta have it!

speckled brown, asymmetric hem with front slit, super-length sleeve

sleeve tie detail at shoulder

accessory: turquoise green flatform with gold band sole

by Stella McCartney

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red polo neck oversized jumper dress with burgundy animal print

by Stella McCartney

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dark oatmeal cardi-dress with matching thick fringe scarf

accessories: chocolate brown bag and slouchy knee high boots

by Michael Kors

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light grey, undulated hem, soft pleats

accessories: silk/cotton graphic print scarf, large bronze tone pin

from Sacai

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Matching sets

jumper / skirt combos

jumper and matching maxi length skirt

in check patterning with flora details

from Joseph

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grey cashmere jumper, maxi length wave-pleated skirt with waist tie

accessories: grey lace-up brogues

from Band of Outsiders

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Colour contrasts

textured light grey / black weave

grey band at hems: sleeves, jumper, skirt

with added colour block punch roll top inner sweater

by Derek Lam

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orange / black graphic impact

by Mark Fast

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Matching sets

jumper / trousers combo

blue / grey, vertical stripes, polo neck jumper and matching trousers

with blue band at hems: jumper / trousers

accessories: navy lace-up brogues

from Band of Outsiders

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camel, long-length top with outer deep pockets and matching trousers

styled with sleeveless cover with scarf detail and black platform sandals

by Sonia Rykiel

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dark chocolate brown sweater dress over match set trousers

accessory: black shoe boots

Haider Ackermann

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Curb side

(images from whowhwhatwear):

brown speckled sweater dress by Stella McCartney

accessories: white trainers, burgundy bag

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black speckled midi skirt and cropped top match set

accessories: Adidas trainers, black cross-body bag

thick blue frame sunnies

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(image from urbanspotter):

Dramatic effect

black dress with large hood and thigh high split

accessories: round frame sunnies, black high-heel sandals

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(photos from Tommy Ton):

kelly green cable knit jumper dress with pink trim hem

accessory: ‘clearview’ pointed toe booties

with pink tie panel, black heel /toe

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’60s groove

mini A-line dress, tied at waist

accessory: over-knee black suede boots

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Mark your diary! for the new Fashion and Textile Museum exhibition, ‘Knitwear: Chanel to Westwood’

30 Tuesday Sep 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in abstract art, art influence - fashion, design inspiration, design inventive, exhibitions, fashion and technology, fashion innovation, knitwear

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The Fashion and Textile Museum, London presents its new exhibtion

Knitwear: Chanel to Westwood

Displaying pieces from the the 1920s to the noughties,

the show chronicles the evolution of knitwear as

high fashion and avant garde creations.

All of the garments showcased are from the private collection of

vintage clothing dealers Mark and Cleo Butterfield.

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Of additional interest is the examination of inspiration

from art movements such as Punk, Pop and Deconstruction

as well as insight into current innovative approaches to

knitwear design and manufacturing.

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(image from underlinesmagazine):

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Some of the designers whose works are featured include:

Coco Chanel, the original “jersey girl” ; Kenzo, conceptual perspective

Julian McDonald, Comme de Garcons, Vivienne Westwood and

emerging avant garde labels such as Sibling.

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Whether you have a specific passion for knitwear design,

fashion and technology or just a love of anything fashion –

this exhibition is a must see.

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Knitwear: Chanel to Westwood

Fashion and Textile Museum, London

until 18 January 2015

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For additional information, visit:

http://ftmlondon.org/ftm-exhibitions/knitwear-chanel-to-westwood/

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: super – length sleeve sweaters

17 Sunday Aug 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in fashion fun, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, knitwear, ready to wear, style ideas?, style inspiration

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For Fall ’14, gloves for added warmth to hands

may be of secondary consideration,

as the ‘to fingers and beyond’ length sweater sleeves

have the job covered.

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Go for over-all body super size sweater,

note examples from The Row collection, or

stay slim in body and long at sleeve, as presented by Marc Jacobs.

Whatever the body fit, get on trend with super-length sleeve sweaters

for a bit of added knitwear dimension.

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus:

Super-length Sleeve Sweaters

Fall ’14

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Celine, pre-fall

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Junya Watanabe, menswear

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M Missoni

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Marni

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The Row

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Marc Jacobs

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More than a hint of colour: Yohji Yamamoto, PFW – a/w 2014

02 Sunday Mar 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in art influence - fashion, avant garde, colour traits, colourspeak, design philosophy, imagery, menswear, Paris Fashion Week, prints, womenswear, Yohji Yamamoto

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The master of asymmetry, voluminous layering, Zen-like clothing and

black as statement colour –

Yohji Yamamoto

(image from wwd.com):

offers a collection of colour and print vibrancy,

a graffiti-esque, painterly quality

which remains true to the expected of

Mr. Yamamoto’s design aesthetics.

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The pieces were of exaggerated proportions –

larger than life,

so to the imagery of the prints.

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Some prints seem reminiscent of a Hieronymus Bosch painting –

though not based on interpreting a narrative of a Bosch work, rather

capturing the intent:

on style … chaos, frenetic energy

on manner … fantastical

on scale … abstract/unreal

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(image from cargocollective.com):

The Garden of Earthly Delights (detail) 1503/04

by Hieronymus Bosch

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(image from everyhistory.org):

Last Judgement (detail) 1504-1508

by Hieronymus Bosch

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There appears also elements of surrealism akin to Salvador Dali:

(image from tufts.edu):

The Persistence of Memory (1931) by Salvador Dali

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Mr. Yamamoto also features knitwear in this collection,

which he has presented in the past –

and to a similar effect: body conscious and inventive.

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Yet it is the liberal use of colour and

the manner in which it translates, which provokes/intrigues.

The intense use colour and imagery ignites

new discussion on Yohji Yamamoto’s design philosophy.

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Yohji Yamamoto

Paris Fashion Week, a/w 2014

The Collection

(images from fashionising):

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Of varying perspectives: Josep Abril a/w 2014 menswear collection

05 Wednesday Feb 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in Barcelona Fashion Week, design experiment, design inspiration, design inventive, fabric, knitwear, menswear, subdued colours, urban-chic

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Spanish menswear designer Josep Abril

was born, raised, studied and now works in his native Barcelona.

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(image from sonarkids.com):

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He seems to enjoy ‘staying close to home’.

Yet, his design sensibility is far from insular and expected,

but rather is experimental and thoughtful –

bringing a new level of dimensionality to his designs.

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Señor Abril launched his first menswear collection in 1996

and subsequently has been the recipient of several awards

from the Spanish fashion industry, including:

The Gaudi Prize for New Designers, 1991

GQ Award for Best Men’s Wear Designer in the Country, 2004

Barcelona es Moda Award for Best Professional, 2008

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His menswear offering for a/w 2014

effortlessly brings together several design points:

– deconstruction/reconstruction creating a different manner

to how his clothes rests on the body

– tab closures on jacket/overcoats

– thick rope braiding details on knitwear

– fabric choices for visual depth and texture

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There is an urban vibe to his pieces,

styling for a modern man with a bit of an adventurous spirit.

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Deconstruction/reconstruction: boiler suiting

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Deconstruction/reconstruction: overcoat

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Over-alls, overhauled

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2 bags are better than 1

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Knit braiding

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Tab closure

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Textured fabric

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sweaters sizzle for a/w 2013

15 Friday Nov 2013

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autumn/winter 2013, jumpers, knitwear, men's jumpers, sweaters, women's jumpers

As the temperature continues to drop

there’s no denying that winter weather has arrived.

Yet the chill factor is cause for a dress celebration.

Winter wear (WW) hots up with the singular

item of clothing that heralds in the season:

the wooly jumper.

Make it a statement piece.

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(images from style.com):

sweater sensations, a/w 2013

Alexander Wang (NY): hooded – for coverage of head and body

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A Detacher (NY): enveloped in oversized comfort

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Back (Stockholm): badge collection displayed

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Christian Wijnants (Paris): voluminous sleeved tricolour sweater dress

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Cotoo (Japan): demure, dainty, delicate

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Vladimir Karaleev (Berlin): layering – men’s cropped jumper

over a lightweight jacket

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Elena Crehan, Central Saint Martins- MA graduate show, (London): all aplomb

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Walter Van Beirendonck (Paris): loosely defined geometric shapes

fun fringes

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Z Zegna (Milan): form-fit, diamond pattern, thumb isolation

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Umit Benan (Milan): rust/orange jumper

cranberry red wool executioner’s hood … optional

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Tag Archives: knitwear

From the studio of Italian designer Isabel Benenato : gender neutral knitwear and leather pieces, easy-wear / easy-fit

From the studio of designer, Isabel Benenato

Go big or Go home: Go chunky jumper

Favlook – Lookfav Focus: Lookbook forward, pre-Fall 2015

Pre-Fall pre-view 2015: M. Patmos by designer Marcia Patmos

M. Patmos

pre-Fall 2015

The Collection

In stitches: knit dresses and knit matching set combos

On the runway

Curb side

Mark your diary! for the new Fashion and Textile Museum exhibition, ‘Knitwear: Chanel to Westwood’

Knitwear: Chanel to Westwood

Fashion and Textile Museum, London

until 18 January 2015

Favlook – Lookfav Focus: super – length sleeve sweaters

Favlook – Lookfav Focus:

Super-length Sleeve Sweaters

More than a hint of colour: Yohji Yamamoto, PFW – a/w 2014

Of varying perspectives: Josep Abril a/w 2014 menswear collection

sweaters sizzle for a/w 2013

From the studio of designer, Isabel Benenato

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pre-Fall 2015

The Collection

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Fashion and Textile Museum, London

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