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The silhouettes
in this collection possess a downward momentum, either falling smoothly
in a single swoop or in cascading triple layers. Similar to a good portion
of the long pieces, the zip-up black mohair dress with flowering asymmetric
collar has closure details which imply an outerwear utility; left partially
unzipped will expose shocking bits of cadmium red separates. But what
really secures Saint Pierre's place on the podium is her innovative fusion
of delicate gossamer and technology fabrics. An unbelievably textureless
off-white foam dress-coat and jacket with black Victorian lace detailing
(held together with a single string tie at the neck) holds its shape while
flowing down like a caramel coating.
When you
introduce bold elements into a minimalist collection, the stakes are raised;
the challenge to integrate is heightened. The fuchsia satin side-wrap
Kimono trench comes up all spades, reflecting the collection's molten
suaveness. Put this stuff up against any of the fashion greats and I guarantee
it's a coin toss.
Daniel
Cox
Fashion Editor
Minimidimaxi
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