Fashion week has arrived (as if you already didn't know that) and instead of the usual suspects, I think I would like to cover more of the lesser known gems and newer talents which collections really resonate within me. But honestly, school is making it very difficult for me to go through every collection on style.com. But I'll try.
One of the first few designers that really wowed me this season was Michael Angel. For Spring 2011, he presented a collection that was based on prints and more prints. But before you start going into, "Prints, how ground-breaking for summer?!", I think Michael Angel was able to make them into light, ethereal dresses, and those were visually mind-blowing. Though I have to admit that there have been a couple of designers who have done the whole computer-genterated-prints-look, but seriously, I don't think anyone will ever get bored looking at them. There was also a hint of subversion in the use of men's shirting in the dresses, and this was a definite two thumbs up from a HUGE collar fan like me.
Now, let me enter my fanboy mode (instead of the sophisticated ways style.com reviewers usually are.) I loved the genius use of layers in this collection. The idea of revealing and hiding has been seen on the runway more times than none, but I thought the use of latex, (which reminded me of Patrik Ervell) was ingenious in getting the message across. Layered over the dresses, it was a interesting take on the perception of prints and colours . Though it may seem pointless to incorporate latex over a skirt, I felt the way it was cut (the tailoring was A+ by the way) and how it was thoughtfully placed, gave it depth and a whole new form of texture.
I think Michael Angel needs to make this latex and prints work for men, or otherwise, I demand this collection to GET ON ME!