God is in the details

God is in the details. I can imagine that's something Dries van Noten knows, 'cause God was definitely present at the designer's show in Paris today. What details! It was utter perfection from beginning to end. Amazing, unexpected colours lifted the retro-look of pilot jackets, camel brown coats, brown leather courts and leather skirts to a whole new level. The inspiration from post-world war 2 fashion was clear enough, but with the use of mint green, camel, pink, purple, yellow and orange it looked very modern and fresh. Bright red lips, pilot glasses and snakeskin bags gave it a hint of luxury and youth - something to feel good about. The collection is right on top of my list of this seasons collections, next to Marc Jacobs. 1940s mixed with 1970s and impeccable details = autumn 2009 for me!

See the whole collection at Style.

Puh(g)...

This autumn you'll dress like the world is going under (according to Gareth Pugh, at least).

(Pics from style.com)

Pattern mix

I loved Marni's crazy pattern mix; tights and skirts in completely different patterns. It balances on the right side, so looks elegant and ladylike instead of childish and Kelyy Osbourne-ish. The fabrics have got a lot to do with that. Best thing is, I don't have to wait 'til autumn to dress like this, since it's still winter here in Norway!

(Pics from The Sartorialist)

Credit crunch fashion

So New York fashion week 09 hasn't officially started yet, but a few designers have started showing their collections already, namely Jenni Kayne, Acne and Lyn Devon. Their collections are quite classic, based on simple, clean-cut clothes, but with energetic colours. Must be the credit crunch effect kicking in. 

(Jenni Kayne FW/09)