Just for fun, I always like to compile a top ten list of my personal
favorite collections each season. Balenciaga topped my list this year,
followed by Altuzarra, Haider Ackermann, Proenza Schouler, Prada,
Alexander Wang, Derek Lam, Miu Miu, Dries van Noten, and Stella
McCartney. Nicolas Ghesquiere's collection for Balenciaga explored the
idea of corporate dress. He spared no expense on this Balenciaga Inc.
show, even the doormen were dressed in futuristic-chic sweaters and
leather hats. He chose to show the collection on the 27th floor of an
office building overlooking the Seine, in a space specifically designed
for the show. The Glass Candy soundtrack only added to the awkward,
space-age feel. The clothes themselves fall under the 'ugly-chic'
category, and took inspiration from every rung of the corporate ladder.
Some of Ghesquiere's collections in the past have struck me as
one-dimensional, but for Fall he offered plenty of stellar looks, with
variety to spare.
I had not seen the Balenciaga Fall 2012 collection before I saw your blog, but after seeing these pictures, I absolutely love the collection! I really like the terminology you used to describe the garments and the atmosphere of the show. I also really like the pictures you chose to add to your blog post.
ReplyDeleteI can tell you are really on top of your game when it comes to runway and I think its great. Your "fashion language" sounds very intelligent and I love that you chose the Balenciaga show. I agree that it was one of the best. The color blocking of the metallics and colors are beautiful!
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