paul smith fw11

Paul Smith's collection was sort of disappointing. I expected more. I only liked the first five looks or so, which are the ones posted above with the random khaki/tan pieces thrown in. The rest of the collection was very generic and kind of streetwear. It seemed like stuffs you could get at Zara/H&M right now, and just re-styled. But I do LOVE the first blue chambray unfinished shirt in the first look.

moschino fw2011

This was a very all-over-the-place collection. While there were some obviously nice pieces that would be great additions to anyone's wardrobe, I thought the collection as a whole was rather strange. The inspiration was incorporated really nicely into some looks, taken WAY too literally in some looks to the point that the models were simply like soccer players, and some looks did not even tie in with the collection like that last look that I posted, which, ironically, was my favorite look of the entire collection. I loved the layerings though, and the footprint suit was a clever idea, but other than that, this collection was quite mediocore. I really didn't get the point of having the models holding footballs while walking down the runway, like why?

d&g fw2011

 

Loved this collection. So right for the client. So young, so full of energy, so colorful. I love how they incoporated Mickey Mouse (again!) and Coca Cola. It's indeed very refreshing from all the tailored, more "serious" collections from Milan. This collection is perfect for the younger market. And I do agree that none of these clothes are any special, and nothing is really original or new, and most of these looks are just amazing simply because of styling, and one could probably get something very similar at any fast fashion retailers, but nonetheless, it is still a brilliant collection. And seeing how they styled these looks, it makes me want to dress like this immediately, it's like the "cool kids."

And once again, I NEED those dropped crotch trousers. And the entire look 3 please.

gucci fw2011

 

This Gucci mens' collection is again, utmost luxury with the abundance of fur and exquisite tailoring. Love the purple/brown color block angora?mohair? sweater in look 1. Stronly disliked the flared velvet trousers, so not appealing. The overall color palette is gorgeous though. I love the pale pink with grey look, very vintagey and chic.

costume national fw2011

A very urban streetwear collection. I love the layerings and the attention to the details. The contrast leather sleeves on the jackets are exquisite. I also love the use of sheer wool in winter, not a very practical choice, but offers men more option. Just thought the cut of the trousers were not very flattering, they make these stick thin models look heavy on the thighs, imagine what it could to normal folks.

prada fw2011

A very naive collection, not in a literal way, but in a very intellectually naive way. The whole image and atmosphere, I feel, is giving off an extreme naive vibe, down right from the hair of the models' hairs to the excessive use of the inset V's and the 70's matte color palette mixed in with some tacky sequins that are somehow cool when done by Prada. I love the colors and the shape and the obvious grandfather's closet inspiration. Makes me want to just go to Value Village and pick out some grandpa outfits, sew some sequins on, and voila. The sequin polos are the highlight of the show, so amazing.

missoni fw2011

Very Missoni indeed. The knitwears are impeccable as always. I didn't particularly like the styling, it's a bit too hobo'ish. But the overall bohemian ulitarian feel is really refreshing from all the shows I've seen so far from Milan. Love the first look in this post, the shirt and jacket made of the same fabric, layered with a vest in between. Tres chic.

dolce & gabbana fw2011

A very typical Dolce & Gabbana show, 85 looks was insane, but most of the looks were pretty repetitive. They stayed true to their Italian roots. I   NEED those slightly dropped crotch trousers, like immediately.