Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Blog Entry #4

Blog Entry # 4 - The Language of Fashion (Reporters)

Prada, spring 2013.
Prada's New Flower Power by Cathy Horyn
(On the Runway - All Things Fashion - NY Times)

Silhouette and Design:
Japanese Architecture
Minimalist Look
Shapes were a lot cleaner
Tailored Dresses
Mini dresses

Details:
Papery flower appliques
Interest in form and ceremony
Repeated use of a few flower shapes


Color:
Crush of Pink and Red satin
Chrysanthemum Pinks
Blacks with Single White Flower
White, Pink & Gold Leather Socks


Fabric:
Glossy fabrics; Satin and Taffeta
Silk Coat
Mink Coat
Leather Socks


Creative 'Jargon':
Rigor and Purity
Constant Motif
Abstract Variety


Throughout the article I focused in on these key statements and words that effectively got through to the fashion market who read and research this information.
Prada's collection focuses on the 'flower power' applique in almost each piece and the clean
classic tailoring and fabric in every outfit featured.



No comments:

Post a Comment