Last Goodbye

Paulo Melim Andersson's third and latest show for Chloé is the only one I liked from all the collections he designed for the French house. But it wasn't love at first sight, it took time to grow on me. Alas! the more I see it the more I like it. And for me that's good, very good indeed.

Chiffon for winter? Yes, please! Better if paired with such a masculine fabric as tweed. The contrast is genius.

However, it saddens me to know Melim didn't have the time to show all his talent.

La que ha sido la tercera y última colección de Paulo Melim Andersson para Chloé, es la única que realmente me ha gustado. No fue amor a primera vista. Podría decirse que esta colección ha ido ganándose mi aprobación poco a poco, a fuerza de verla en las revistas y de fijarme en los detalles. Y eso es bueno, muy bueno.

¿Chiffon para el invierno? Sí, ¡por favor! Y más si viene combinado con un tejido tan típico del armario masculino como el tweed. El contraste es genial.

Es una pena que Melim no haya dispuesto del suficiente tiempo para demostrar todo su talento.

You know I couldn't last - Morrissey

Soñar despierto

*Yesterday, Josep Font presented in Paris his latest collection. Once again, the Spanish designer, took distance from the mediocrity that floods the majority of international catwalks, showing his mastery and savoir-faire.

I can safely say, this is one of the few shows that have made me jump with joy from my chair and made me think about fashion as art.

Like puzzle pieces falling into place, Font conceived this 18Th century story -history itself- taking care of every single detail: from colours, to fabrics, embroideries, silhouettes or even the atmosphere.

More than dresses, these garments are works of art invested with life, capable of leaving behind feelings of astonishment.

* Click here to read this article in Spanish.


Volver - Estrella Morente

Txell Miras

Last Wednesday I was supposed to attend Txell Miras' show, unfortunately I couldn't make my way to Barcelona. But that won't stop me from doing a small review.

Txell Miras called this collection "El gran déjà vu", alluding the fast pace of fashion these days. An open critic to the constant revisitation of the past. For that reason, she will only do winter collections in the future.

The first and biggest part of the show included her quintessential black pieces. She played, once again, with volumes, layers and garment construction, adding distinctive touches through colour and the use of new materials like distressed leather or glossy fabrics.

The final part was done in an earth colour palette, with touches of light blue and black. A recital of exquisitely executed men inspired pieces.

My favourite

I am taking a few days off. I'll be back with posts on Friday.

Song: Boys don't cry - The Cure

To Alexander McQueen

Thank you for remembering me fashion should be a refuge for dreams, not mere clothes. I feel grateful to you for returning my faith, for being capable of telling a story, for using your talent to make us scape from the cruel world. You got me down on my knees.

Song: So real - Jeff Buckley

Oops, he did it again!

After last season's collection I felt a bit disappointed with Nicolas Ghesquière. Even though, I must confess, some pieces finally grow on me.

This time, the French designer amends his faults with a thoughtful collection, that follows the line he's been drawing since his entry in the Spanish house. Futurism and great tailoring sum up Balenciaga's project for next fall/winter.

Enjoy


Pssss: pointed stilettos are definitely back. God's word.

Song: Neighborhood-Arcade Fire