Casadei Fall 2017 A collection based on three inspirations: Mini-Max, a minimalist and maximalist look of gem details mixed with moccasins and boots. The second inspiration is Dark Heroes, black leather with blade heels for looks of power and control. Lastly, The Alps, fur, suede, and sharling for laying during the cold times of winter. …
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Nocturnal
Cavalli Nocturnal is the mood Cavalli collection consisting of cat prints, snakeskin, peacock feathers. White, Black, and animal palettes were on display in Milan from the designer this season. Sensuality is the trademark of Cavalli, keeping to the brands DNA, the looks blended ornamentation and detailed craftsmanship using tweeds, furs, beads, and strips of python …
70’s Bally
Bally Running from opulent evening wear to sportswear, Bally’s Fall 2017 collection consisted of purple double breasted coats, tartan blazers, and two piece suits with bow ties influenced by the GO-GO 70’s of clubbing with Mic and Bianca Jagger. Metallic slip-on shoes with oversize buckles, animal print bags were accessory highlights.
Rustic Colors
Damir Doma During Milan Fashion Week the Black and Paper visited the Damir Doma showroom for a look at the brands latest collection. Mr. Doma stayed true to his brands philosophy with a mixture of knitwear and leather materials this season combined with rebel shapes. The Fall 2017 looks were dominated by rustic colors with …
A Gucci Moment in Miland
Black and Paper Re-See of the Gucci Fall 2017 Collection. The looks presented this season were inspired by the fantasies of Alessandro Michele. There were 100 looks with many pieces ranging from oriental umbrellas to my personal favorite, sheer suits. Feeling a bit like a couture collection, there were many rich details and embellishments, ranging …
Milan Fashion Week
Black and Paper coverage in Milan. Quick images and write ups from Milan Fashion Week. Stay tuned for more coverage. Casadei-Mr. Casadi was tamed this season in a way but I liked the thigh high boots. Ultrachic theme this season was Back to School with humor. Celebrating it’s 90th anniversary, Furla stayed with strength …
GLAM Inspired!
Dubai based fashion brand AAVVA was founded in 2006 by Lebanese Ahmad Ammar and Brazilian Vincenzo Visciglia. The Black and Paper interview with Fashion Designers Ahmad and Vincenzo. How did you guys start in the fashion business? Ahmad: We met in 2011, while working on the same project in Dubai. That project was in our …
Berlinale-Sixties Iconic
Glashütte Original introduced a new timepiece collection at The 67th Berlinale, Sixities Iconic Square Collection. For the man looking for a cool statement piece, with a splash of color for distinction, this is the watch for him. There are five models with stunning colored dials; blue, gold, gray, green, and red. Reaching back to its …
Berlinale Day Day 5
A whirlwind day at the Berlinale with so many interviews but a film has emerged, The Party from director Sally Potter. Stay Tuned for more. Shooting Stars is now 20 years old. The Pan European program has been celebrated for spotting emerging talent, helping talented performers to the next levels of their careers. This year …
Berlinale Day 4
Esteemed Polish Director Agnieszka Holland (I like her past films) debuted her latest film Spoor, an adaptation of the book by Olga Tokarczuk. A crime story with touches of black comedy, the three time Oscar Nominee attended the Belinale Press Conferece to discuss the film. The title of the 2009 book is Drive Your over …