Even though I am the one who beats the drum about salable
and commercial and al that rational stuff, I too can carried away when I see
fabulous. When I saw Balmain spring 2015, I realized this collection is just
all about pieces and special pieces and fabulous pieces and show pieces that
require no explanation other than their presence.
One cannot overlook the graphic element of the collection nor can
one overlook the literal sportswear influences but what is astounding is the beadwork
that is used in quite a few of these
pieces. Granted, I am 99% positive that they are more than stratospherically
expensive but so what! They are beyond description and what strikes me is the
Native American influences I see in them. Olivier Rousteing has clearly put his imprimatur on this label
that started out in in its reincarnation as a collection of lacerated jeans and
jackets. .. All wildly dear in price.
Simply
said, Monsieur Rousteing knows no boundaries and has a distinct vision for the
brand. He is a designer who designs! He is talented beyond his years and
whether or not these clothes enjoy any sort of commercial success is
questionable BUT what a visual feast for those who know what they see!
Without
question this is all about the young, very rich, uber hip, bells and whistles
and rock n roll crowd! These are not the clothes of brokers and hedgies even
though they are most likely the ones who could afford them. Of nothing else it
is a pleasure to look at clothes that possess a justifiable lust and covet
factor for a particular audience and not just some more of “me too” looks that
bear a particular label.
With
all this said, these clothes appear to be impeccably made with amazing
workmanship that is rarely seen in ready to wear for men or women and for that
I say BRAVO.
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