Photography by Leah McQueen

ICEBERG FALL/WINTER 2012-2013 COLLECTION

The attitude, strong personality of Marianne Faithfull: Iceberg brings back glam sportswear in a big way, declaring shapes and textures the protagonists of the collection.

The woman who in recent seasons drew inspiration from the male wardrobe now plays consciously with her femininity by making the most of proportions. She opts for slim silhouettes, then adds jackets in soft warm volumes.

Parkas, coats and furs conceal artful knit&jewel-embroidery mixes.

A powerful feel for materials – as in combos of wool, leather and sheepskin – takes turns with gorgeous double crepe and silk fabrics.

Kaleidoscopic prints with a contemporary digital slant paint absolute black with lacquer blue, off white and tangerine orange colors.

Metals make a fine statement in the form of jewelry.

TER ET BANTINE AUTUMN/WINTER COLLECTION 2012/2013

Casual and concise as the anti-uniform of a revolt – this is Ter et Bantine’s
dresscode for Autumn/Winter 2012/2013.
Manuela Arcari leaves day-to-day items behind to create a wardrobe packed
with eccentric elements designed to have a powerful noir impact.
Military style items, geometrical expansions and a Gothic repertoire are
recurrent traits that multiply and add on to generate the desired dramatic
silhouettes.
The colour palette featuring shadowy hues is countered by a few dazzling
white items. The dark vortex is built on every imaginable texture, namely
leather, suede, row wool, bristly synthetics with wet-effect highlights, such
as animal skin and satin weave. The hi-tech style provides them with an
opportunity for juxtaposition. Furs, artful embroidery on ripped fabrics and
hypnotic patterns flock-printed on cloth are arranged as recuperated inserts
of skilled tailoring on a flawless backdrop. Ample coats and skirt suits find
their counterparts in clear cut dresses and tops that stand out against male
trousers.
The body is concealed for a self-absorbed, Gothic feminine allure.

DSQUARED2 MILAN A/W 2012 PRESS RELEASE

PROM NIGHT

With the FW 2012/13 collection the designers make a plunge into the past as they look back at their senior year prom. Every girl in high school dreams about being perfect on prom night. An enchanting evening filled with preparations, sequin, flowers, music and the nervous excitement to find out who will be crowned prom queen.

Queen for one night, the Dsquared² girl remains true to her roots and her rebel spirit. Despite the crown, she is not ready to trade in her “bad attitude” as she dares to mix denim with embroidered garments.
For the occasion, the Dsquared² girl loots her mother’s sophisticated wardrobe without forgetting the precious vintage jewellery box. Elegant furs, colourful coats, crocodile jackets, flowing dresses and most importantly diamonds and precious stones.

Narrow and cropped pants, pencil skirts, long evening dresses and cocoon coats give a more curvy touch to the silhouette.

Opposites are brought together by an irresistible attraction: lace and gold damask prints mix with denim; while precious crocodile skins are embellished by soft mink furs.

Mama bags: elegant bags with a vintage feel. Precious accessories at the crossroads between the present and the past. The shapes are reminiscent of the 1950s while the super accessorized inside of the purse with iPad and iPhone pockets immediately bring us back to the present.
Cat eye inspired elongated sunglasses with a “glazed” aspect, toped with diamond sprinkles, seem to have been stolen from a cupcake shop.

Couture baseball caps and striped rugby-inspired scarves in mink, of course.
Killer Cinderella shoes and “Leopearls” decolté.
Bows, bows and of course more bows.

Colours are reminiscent of marshmallows, pastel corsages or the prom punch: mint green, sunflower yellow, baby blue, coral and bright red.