Givenchy’s Artful Face Masks
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/givenchy/slideshow/details#112)
Riccardo Tisci is a fan of covering his model’s faces in things. This was evident in his Fall 2016 collection, when the Givenchy girls wore black and white jewels that covered 1/3 of their face. The majority of his collection was sensual and delicate; silks and white lace triumphed, with a bit of a kick – there were, of course, shiny black dresses and Edwardian looking pointed boots. Tisci’s idea to cover his model’s faces in tulle, pearls, and tan sequins, however, was not as conventional as the other looks that walked down the runway. Certainly not meant for street wear (except, perhaps, in a Vogue editorial), his facemasks added an atmospheric touch to the runway. Whether you like him or not, you’ve got to admit that Tisci doesn’t just create clothes, he creates characters – which is a few steps up from some of his other contemporaries. We look forward to his work next season.
Threeasfour’s Sculptural Dresses
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/threeasfour/slideshow/collection)
Technology nowadays is evolving at an alarming rate; before you know it, you’ll be able to 3D print a dress from scratch, and that was exactly what the creators of Threeasfour planned to express in their work. The first dress they sent down the runway was printed lace, arranged in a way that makes it look more like a dress from The Hunger Games than anything you’d see hanging in your closet. But right now, that’s the beauty of fashion – it’s slowly transforming into something more digital and futuristic. Angela Donhauser, Gabi Asfour, and Adi Gil – the brand’s creators – are certainly thinking ahead of their time.
Alexander Wang’s Studded Heels
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/alexander-wang/slideshow/details#31)
For his 10th Anniversary collection, Wang created sporty striped garments, cool sports jackets, and… these shoes. While they are certainly a statement piece, we’re not sure if we’d ever wear them. But if paired with a long black trouser (as Wang did), we’re all for it – even if they would be impossible to walk in on our way to class!
The Elder Statesman’s Rainbow Print Loungewear
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/elder-statesman/slideshow/collection#3)
Statesman’s Greg Chait made fashionable, comfortable clothes this season with some unexpected prints – like this one. Although the print is slightly reminiscent of that tie-dye T-shirt you tried to create in 7th grade, there’s a lightness and orderliness about it that diverges far away from your 7th grade creations. Also, it looks comfy. Count us in.
Jeremy Scott’s 1960’s Dolls
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/jeremy-scott/slideshow/collection#24)
Jeremy Scott doesn’t adhere to fashions rules, which makes his creations extremely entertaining, and his fashion shows always lively. This season, he took inspiration from the 60’s (just look at that hair!), but put a modern twist on the typical fashion. Colorful, fresh, fun, and just a bit eccentric; this added up to be an incredibly endearing collection.
Libertine’s Pooches
(http://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2016-ready-to-wear/libertine/slideshow/collection#1)
Libertine sent a coat with dogs down its runway this season. Not real dogs, of course, but dog motifs embroidered with porcelain. The rest of his collection referenced all other types of popular, flashy objects that were embroidered on the clothes: colorful chains, glittery tigers, and even forks. But, as a dog lover, this one takes the cake. I’d hate to be a cat person this season.
There you have it! These were the 6 craziest looks we noticed in this seasons’ NYFW. What were your favorite – or least favorite – looks? Feel free to comment below!