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Fashion Notes: Cultural references aren't like metaphors
Fashion Notes: Cultural references aren't like metaphors
Posted by Dain, Monday, July 09, 2007 12:39 AM (Eastern)
They ought to be mixed. There's no point in following a trend too faithfully; you run the risk of looking costumey. You've got to make it modern, and you've got to make it your own. One nod to an 80s trend, a rugged leather jacket (inspired by the one worn in the "Beyond the Silence" video). One nod to a 30s trend, a longer-length skirt in some sort of sober "country" fabric with lots of texture. And finally, a combination of both, in an evening dress and coat.
This ought to be black, for the bona fide 80s punk vibe, worn over tight jeans, but I don't wear black. I much prefer this sleek and creamy nougat hue from Banana Republic ($298)—as long it's sufficiently rugged and tough, and the right length, it has enough rock chic to keep me going.
A true 30s suit would be much more dowdy, but why should I court such a look? (Got to make it modern, got to make it yours.) I've been obsessed with the idea of a plaid skirt (my idea of texture, as I'm bored with bouclé or tweed), and I think this McQ blue plaid skirt ($310) keeps itself away from the Catholic schoolgirl vibe, with its demure length and sophisticated tailoring. The right accessories, too, will keep it from being too casual (which I'll expand on next time).
A glamorous frock is my ideal vision of the 30s, perhaps from watching Gosford Park so often with its parade of elegantly body-conscious evening gowns. This one is Zac Posen FW 2007; I just adore the saturated ultraviolet chiffon petals. And since silk dresses aren't made for warmth, may I suggest this outrageous hot pink fur coat from Armani Privé? There's nothing prettier—or more 80s glam—than hot pink. Might as well pile it on.
Labels: derek lam, fashion notes, giorgio armani, retro
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