Michael Kors & Nanette Lepore: Ticket to the Tents
Michael Kors
Michael Kors has taken us to the Serengeti plain and the piney woods of lumberjack country, but this Fall 2013 season was a blend of Monte Carlo race track and the most chic athletic park imaginable.
A palette of primary colors with blocks of black were incredibly graphic and minimalist, two words not usually synonymous with Kors. Glossy leather exposed zippers, quilted leather tops and jackets, slicked back hair and racing goggles all worked to evoke the classic race car and the drivers behind the wheel. You could imagine one of the models strutting down 5th Ave then jumping on a Kawasaki motorcycle and speeding off.
The sportsmen theme very present for the last few seasons was also reflected in the camouflage fur stoles and coats...that's right camo stoles in blue, brown and classic green. Also seen were leather track pants and dress coats with zipper details.
All in all, it was a bit of a change for Kors, but his woman is still the sexy siren. Some things never change.
Writer Credit: Cherise Luter
Photography Credit: Melissa Shea
Nanette Lepore
Lepore boldly took us on a voyage no man has gone before with her futuristic vision for the modern woman. Sharp lines, off set angles, geometric cutouts and strong almost severe hair and makeup was very Star Trek (more classic than The Next Generation). Lepore was inspired by the Mars Rover landing and used images from the mission as a jumping off point for this collection.
Even though the major colors were black and gray, the future will not be void of color. Accessories were presented in a selection of holograms presented in swirling blues and reds, which were anchored by the more understated pieces they were paired with. One couldn't keep your eye off the electric blue ankle strap heels with matching bag and paired with a simple black suit that opened the show. Other pieces included quilted outerwear, chic dresses and separates in a eye catching palette of gold’s, blues, greens and reds.
So the future looks bright for Lepore, or at least the shoes do. Uhura would be proud.
Writer Credit: Cherise Luter
Photography Credit: Melissa Shea
