The pieces presented for this season are, in the words of the Kaiser, clothes made for everyone to play with. Timeless, without any 60s or 70s connotations, Karl Lagerfeld is signing off on a number of looks as stylish as they are elegant – for independent women. How could one not see a nod or rather a bow down to the feminist essence that surrounded each of Gabrielle Chanel’s creations, confirming the power of a certain brand of feminism introduced close to a century ago through nothing more than simple fabrics? In the 21st century, with Karl Lagerfeld at the helm, this emblem of feminism on Paris’ rue Cambon takes on a figurehead allure in this intelligentsia combat.
Chanel’s suits are now made to be worn with sport tweed pants. The pants are ample at the ankle; the suit jacket, light and airy, is constructed around a crewneck collar with raw edges, finished off with pink and white silk thread. This time, he’s playing the masculine-feminine card – the buttons have more of a men’s blazer vibe. The famous Chanel suit is also brought to the next level by colored threads. And bright colors, like fuchsia, are back as well. These fashion comebacks are an integral part of the recomposition of this icon that, with its refreshing modesty, becomes even easier to wear.
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