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Fashion : Gucci boho
FOR FALL 2008-09, GUCCI CREATIVE DIRECTOR FRIDA GIANNINI HASEXPLORED THE WORLD OF BOHEMIAN GLAMOUR
A trajectory of individualism, including the dynamic and decadent1920s, the indulgent 1970s era of groupies and the unconventionalmusic talents of today, has subtly contributed to the personalspirit of these clothes. "Bohemia, past and present, from lesannèes folles to performers like The Citizens Band today,"said Giannini.
This collection is first and foremost deeply luxurious, butnonetheless possesses a rock 'n' roll sensibility and unstudiednonchalance that make it a uniquely modern and ultimately sexydiscourse. Fittingly, each piece shown in the Fall collection is asingular idea. No two prints or ornate embroideries are alike,which imparts an art-like quality to the clothing. The prints eachdivulge their own graphic statement and have been inspired byEastern European textiles and tapestries. The bold patterns reveala provenance in textiles, as do opulent jacquards which recallgold-sprinkled tapestries.
A profound sense of rich decadence abounds throughout thecollection. Ornate embroidery with gold thread, metal disks, goldtassels and small beading touches everything from the sleeves offloaty silk dresses to the waists of cropped shearling jackets.Glittering metal or jeweled accents cover shoulders and hems, whilesphere-like gold studs decorate the surface of bags, shoe bootiesand cropped leather jackets. Rigorous military accents ground thedecoration and give it a masculine edge.
The pant this season is a Frida-favourite: narrow, low-waisted andwith built-in stirrup closures. With grosgrain or passementeriepiping, the pants are paired with soft embroidered shirts, heavywool jackets covered in rich detail, and are tucked in toover-the-knee, fringed boots. Skirts, meanwhile are short, heavilydecorated and paired with cropped hip-height jackets.
The dress, in countless guises, is the cornerstone item of thecollection. With dropped waists, bold prints, and a strong shoulderemphasis, these sexy dresses, either in silk or woven embroideries,evoke a 1920s silhouette. The lighter feel of these femininedresses, however, is anchored by the structure of uber-richouterwear.
Outerwear represents the maximum expression of the collection'sluxury as well as the full potential of Gucci's technicalcapabilities. Exceptional pieces include an Astrakan and minkjacket bound with ornate metal and stone embroidery, an ultra-lightwoven fox jacket, a full length coyote coat with embroideredinserts, a billowing Ostrich and Marabou coat, and a remarkablyprecious lynx cropped jacket.
Gucci's newest collection of accessories bestows an added dose ofsexiness of the collection. Studded booties and thick-strappedsandals make the perfect accompaniment to light dresses, whilefringed over the knee boots pair with the equestrian-influencedpants. The Hysteria bag comes in either a carpet-bag or silkjacquard version, while the newest Pelham bag is covered in richastrakan.
Debut shapes include a super soft, aged python carryall as well asa miniature treasure-chest evening bag. Gucci's signature "crystalGG," a shiny coating on the brand's GG canvas, now comes on a flathobo bag studded with round studs. A heart-shaped crest decoratesthe new "Babouska" handbag line and jewellery for the first time.
Evening, meanwhile, provides a sophisticated synthesis on thethemes introduced previously. Here, sinuous, drop-waist dresses invelvet and crepe de chine impart 1920s glamour. Shoulders, a keyfocus point, are crusted with luxurious embroidery and Faberge-likejewels while a stylised fern-print and soft fringe add additionallyrich detail.