Prada’s Women F/W 2015 Milan fashion show was
definitely one of the most peculiar shows to be awaited this season. As seen in
Men’s Milan Fashion Week F/W 2015 in January, big expectations were about the
runway design and the premises of Prada’s showroom. As assumed, “The Infinite
Palace” designed by AMO has kept its structure, however the “all black
everything” was exchanged for light pink and light green theme, signalizing a
complete swap from men’s fashion, noticeable from the first step into the
showroom.
Light pink and light green welcome drinks,
light green and light pink snacks and bites, light green and light pink sector
rooms. What else could have been expected than an opening of the show by a
light-green suit outfit of neoprene fabric, followed by light pink one?
A theme of Prada’s women F/W 2015 collection
was therefore no shock to any spectator. Music evoking falling of sparkles and
magic as in any Disney fairytale only supported the lightness of the show,
while underpinning the casual femininity of the collection.
Prada’s show was easy to follow and the
construction of the catwalk divided into several smaller separate rooms only
allowed for brighter and more intimate focus on the model. There were maximum
two models in the room at the same time, therefore the focus on the important
was set clear.
Show space for Prada Women F/W 2015 Milan Fashion
Week was made memorable compared to the general style of fashion shows. After
big success of the show space for Men F/W 2015 Milan Fashion Week, Prada
decided to keep “The Infinite Palace” structure of enfilade of rooms of
different shapes and sizes, connected by aluminum and metal passings brightened
by white lights, causing the space to be a maze-like promenade with no ending.
Every room was painted in soft shades of pink
or green; no two neighboring rooms were of the same color. This allowed for
some kind of block coloration when looking straight through the passing onwards.
In conclusion, the show space was made
particular in its minimalistic design and deep thought of the concept of
infinity.
Prada seems to have gone some time back into
the past century and inspire their new collection by its fashion highlights of
smart-casual dressing. The newest collection for fall/winter 2015 carries an
impression of 60’s and 70’s inspiration. A-line and sheath skirts, flared pants
and silk shirts, straight-cut suits and coats, herringbone and glen plaid
patterns, as well as ostrich and crocodile leather are all signs that what was
fashionable once might be fashionable again.
New collection is noticeable for the use of
subtle colors such as green, pink, blue, beige, however turquoise, burgundy and
grey were not left out. All these colors were mixed together in the presented
looks. Barely any look was consisting of a single color outfit. Patters used
were only adding to the diversity of colors in the outfit.
Prada decided to embrace layering. Shirt
collar popping out of a cardigan covered by vest or suit was primary part of
almost every suit look. Empire dresses embroidered by brooches and stones and
plastic flowers, combined with opera gloves and kitten heels, added on the
impression of graciosity mixed with always admired Audrey Hepburn look ready
for the 21st century.
Thanks to the use of neoprene fabric, the
design kept its given shape and allowed for secret wonder in the audience.
Accessories of this collection endorsed the
whole theme of the show. Brooches in the high and sleek ponytail of the model’s
hair were playing easily with the fairytale-like music, and opera gloves
reinforced the image of a “Cinderella at the ball”.
Handbags are simplistic, middle-sized, block color.
Several styles have another smaller part of a different color with separate zip
inside it, creating an effect of “2 in 1”. Interesting in its simplicity,
attractive in its clear shape and serious in its color combination.
Prada shoes of F/W 2015 collection gave space
for everyone’s own opinion and imagination. The soul of the leather boots and
moccasins is somewhat more sci-fi and space inspired, however, definitely a
piece not easily discoverable elsewhere.
Favorite looks:
#16- Beautiful color and cut of the coat and great combination with
dark green gloves and silver shoes.
#26- Grey and black color combination made this look outstand among
the rest of the colorful collection. The grey fur accessories on the shoulders
are my favorite of this look.
#39. Color of this outfit caught my attention.
Favorite bag:
look #4, baby blue and baby pink will awaken any autumn/winter day.
look #17, light blue ostrich leather with dark green corners of the
bag and the simple shape made appeal to my personal taste.
Favorite shoes: look #16, silver as a new substitution to white
Find all the looks here!!!
Love Dee xx
