New fabrics and materials never limit the duo. From leggings to an almost look alike denim (linen) that had white leopard print printed on it - innovation is the keyword here.
Stripes - like in the Elle show - also made its appearance here. With phrases like 'stripes are the now' and 'stripes are the new stripe' printed on the dresses - this range wasn't to be taken too strictly but rather with attitude. Long sweeping all in one dresses and catsuits seem to be a reoccurring theme here.
Oh and skinny jeans was so last season - skin tight melange pants is now.
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Stripes are back.
Skin tight 3 quarters
Rachel de Mardt's excessive use of black in this range helped redefine the meaning of 'sexy' in winter - an unflattering season. And too much black, is never a bad idea.
Grungy leather and slanted shoulder cuts brought about this 80's biker feel.
Oh wait - maybe that was just because of the early 80's Madonna music playing in the background?
Pity David Bowie wasn't modelling.
Oh yeah and shoulder pads and sequence covered dresses are back - by the looks of things.
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Late 70's, early 80's, Glam rock.
Let's not forget that fashion needs to be widely accessible to the public at times.
And this universal, functionable aspect is what makes Loxion Kulca's shows, so entertaining to watch.
Because although commercial, it will always retain it's individuality and its own attitude.
But hey, there is nothing wrong with commercialism - just look at the Beatles?
This season brought back 70's cool. Words like groovy and movies like Tarantino's Jackie Brown. There was an abundance of beanies, takkies, hoodies and denim. Also wearing a cap the front way round. Backwards was for when you were young and graffittying walls.
Going back to the roots of funk and reveling in South Africa's cultural diversity. Vibrant colours and moments of bold orange filled the catwalk.
Oh and you know that thing we had in our country like 3 months back?
The soccer world cup?
Yeah that thing. Well yellow and green alongside each other is going to stay forever - not just cause of the soccer.
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the awesome clash of contrast and styles
the green and the yellow - sans the soccer though
House of Ole reminded me why Menswear is just as exciting as women's wear. Trust me.
From bow ties to polar necks - Ole Ledimo made men look sexy, classy and cool.
With an underlying urban funk theme, there were bow ties covered in mohair, moments of leopard print revival, polka dot ties, the red jacket and the pea coat.
One must applaud him on his professional skill and detail because the range was truly well made and finished. And the models were styled as if the clothes were made for them and them alone.
If only I was a guy...
ahem.
Back later with Day 3
Paris B
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The pea coat that made the audience applaud like crazy
the funky red jacket and bow tie
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