Showing posts with label John Galliano. Show all posts
Showing posts with label John Galliano. Show all posts

Thursday, July 1, 2010

John Galliano Menswear Spring 2011

John Galliano recently showed his menswear Spring 2011 collection in Milan. Menswear usually does not interest me, but this collection was inspired by Charlie Chaplin and has that signature Galliano flare.

Baggier pants and both jackets that are too big and too small were seen. Men can breathe easier now knowing that they need not to fit into super skinny pants and jeans come Spring.

John Galliano Spring 2011

John Galliano Spring 2011


A dark, yet slightly comedic, mood could be felt with the too big, round toed shoes and caps. Newsboy caps and fedoras perched atop the heads of men whose wild black waves had momentarily been tamed.

John Galliano Spring 2011

John Galliano Spring 2011


Muddy colors dominated: brown, tan, navy, cream, military green. Bits of checked pattern peeked out from under jackets and were layered under button down shirts. Layering button down shirts, vests, and jackets are a must.

John Galliano Spring 2011

John Galliano Spring 2011


The lovable trap paraded down the runway in a metallic trench, cinched tightly at the waist. Men can translate this into everyday wear with a classic trench, but try a darker brown instead of the traditional khaki.

John Galliano Spring 2011

John Galliano Spring 2011

Galliano also showed lighter colored suits, but still played with proportions. Imagine Chaplin at a horse race, or sitting on a Southern patio sipping a mint julep or iced tea.

John Galliano Spring 2011

John Galliano Spring 2011


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Monday, March 8, 2010

Paris Fashion Week Wrap Up

Sonia Rykiel




Photos from AP/Thibault Camus

Stella McCartney




Photos from AP/Jacques Brinon

John Galliano




Photos from AP/Jacques Brinon

Jean Paul Gaultier




Photo from FWD/Gruber

Karl Lagerfeld





Photos from Reuters/Benoit Tessier

Viktor and Rolf





Photos from AP/Jacques Brinon and FWD/Gruber

Lanvin




Photos from FWD/Gruber

Nina Ricci



Photo from Reuters/Benoit Tessier

Friday, March 5, 2010

Galliano Stays True to Dior

John Galliano said that he wanted to mix French romanticism with Christian Dior's love of English riding. Of course, Galliano is the only one that could pull this feat off and make every piece a must have.



Light, draping fabric, long and slim silhouettes made the models look like angels floating down the runway. Messy hair, thigh high riding boots, top hats and tailored jackets recalled the equestrian look that Dior was fond of. Lovely, muted tones of lavender, sage, and tan worked perfectly to achieve the romantic and libertine feel that Galliano wanted.



To get the Dior look, wear a blazer with a feminine dress or pair that same dress with thigh high boots (like the wonderful boots shown at Burberry). Models also wore smoky eyes and plum lips. This makeup can make the light, floaty dresses feel more Fall/Winter than Spring. Dark lips have been seen in New York, London, Milan and now Paris, so invest in your perfect shade. A modern top hat is difficult to pull off, but if you are daring, try a vintage Victorian hat or top hat, which is less severe. Be whimsical with a bit of an edge.



Photos from Fashion Wire Daily/Gruber