Timeless Design That is Innovative and Fresh….
Entrance to Studio 5 in St John’s Center NYC
Wu drew influence for his designs from famous photographers
Lillian Bassman and Helmut Newton
Here are some examples
Inspiration:
Photographed by Lillian Bassman
Interpretation:
Jason Wu used net over the faces of several models such as
Karlie Kloss here
Inspiration:
Photograph by Helmut Newton:
Interpretation:
Jason Wu Black Double Face Crepe Smoking Jacket,
White Point d’esprit/Chiffon Ruffle Shell, Black High
Waisted Shorts
Wu believes clothing should be pretty from the inside out so he
created transparent silhouettes such as the designs below to
accentuate the feminine form.
Like any successful event, a fashion show is comprised of
many talented people, but the designer has the
vision and directs the rest.
The rest of the team who had a hand in making it happen:
Bureau Betak , the shows producers, were responsible for turning the industrial style studio space into a edgy, yet salon-like atmosphere complete with painted tile floor and a oversized ceiling to floor mirror at the back of the runway tilted at just the right angle, to allow the audience to view not only the front of the outfit, as the model approached, but also the back.
Make up:
distinct look for the models with dramatic brows and red lips.
which completed the look of the models. She described the style as ” a bit boyish, but feminine at the same time—a touch of punk mixed with
Great shots of the side swoop and braided back of the hair:
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Trends for Spring 2013?
If Wu’s show is any indication and I would guess that he
would be since he is at the top of the fashion chain.
1) sexy piece swimsuits
2)Glamour- crystal, pearl embellishment
3)Leather and lace – mixed and alone
4) High waist pants such as Wu’s stovepipe pant with slim legs
5) Harnesses and Suspenders – on everything from shorts to evening wear
6) OPI ‘s Suzy skis the Pyrenee’s Polish – The perfect neutral for the look
(as seen on all the models in the show)
The “Carolyn” Hatbox
| Flippo Fior for Vogue |
The “Karlie Box” Clutch
| Fillipo Fior for Vogue |
Accessory Recap:
I already shared my favorites in handbags this post, now here
are the others which are also fabulous!
The rest of the Jason Wu Pocketbook line
accentuated with point d’esprit and leopard. The silhouettes
ranged from a small box
clutch and hatbox to a large stachel :
All pocketbook photos credit: Fillipo Fior for Vogue
Personal Favorites from the show:
Black/White x-ray Ghost Print Trench, Draped Black Harness
Swimsuit with Black “Daphne” Satchel and Wu Sunglasses
Black Point d’esprit bandeau, leather flounce skirt with
laser cut floral embroidered hem
Nude Leather Motorcycle Jacket with Point d’esprit
bandeau, and black embroidered leather flounce skirt
Black Halter Harness Chiffon Dress with lace insert
The modern goddess:
Black Leather Bustier harness Dress draped with Nude
Sheer Jersey
Navy Silk Tulle Embroidered Harness Gown
embellished with stars
Anna Dello Russo, in a Jason Wu cobalt dress with killer Roger Vivier emerald green shoes and a Judith Leiber phone purse was my favorite!
Photo courtesy of The Coveteur
I added this picture because it shows the turquoise suitcase which is part of the line she
designed for H & M set to be released this fall. Of course she didn’t have it at the fashion show.
| Photo courtesy of The Coveteur |
The look so strong, yet so feminine, the perfect balance between hard and soft, seduction and innocence. Jason Wu at what he does best!
All photographs courtesy of Jayme Thornton Photography
unless otherwise noted.
Tomorrow I am going to take you to our Brizo- blogger#19
Private Cocktail Party with Jason Wu at the MPE Penthouse in NYC
All photographs courtesy of Jayme Thornton Photography
unless otherwise noted
Thank You Brizo for a week I will never forget!
My trip to Jason Wu and Fashion Week was paid for
by Brizo, the leader in luxury for the home.
Brizo and Jason Wu have collaborated to
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