High Life

HIGH LIFE 135 F irst thing’s first – avant-garde is by design over the top and striking. And although this fashion approach was once eyebrow-raising, it is now a worldwide phenomenon characterized as progressive and forward thinking, as seen at various red carpet events and galas. Air and water are the structural and visual components of the collection and have influenced the development of both the textiles and garment construction, which is reflected in its volumes, rippling patterning and translucent layering. Organza was printed with straight lines, then pleated to create wave patterns on robe-like gowns, while narrow columns of silver stretch fabric cut in moiré patterns achieve an undulating look. Biomorphic structures include a feathery-light metal lace of geodesic floral patterns floating around the body like a silver cloud. Echo waves of Mylar bonded cotton ripple across the skin, mapping the surface of the body and painting its contours.