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The Row Pre-Fall 2024

20/12/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

The Row is for women, by women

Quiet luxury has been a consistent theme all year round, but in the case of The Row, which stands at the forefront of this trend, chic yet unaffordable everyday essentials have always been part of its roots, prioritising exquisite tailoring and high-quality fabrics, and exuding an opulent everyday luxury that to most of us, is far out of reach. 

Their Pre-Fall 2024 collection is no different, offering relaxed, feminine silhouettes in neutral hues. Trenchcoats were soft in their structure, and the same goes for their oversized tees tucked into tailored skirts and trousers that billow from the hips and compliment the female silhouette. The singlets and dresses with wide straps and a low-scooped neckline allow for play, seen layered over t-shirts, as well as being a standalone statement in its own right. Occasionally a pop of red, emerald green or cobalt blue added a bit of visual interest, accompanied by the brand's beloved tailoring and exceptional silhouettes.

The collection champions the woman of today, made to be worn no matter the occasion, a sentiment communicated in the show by the models seen accompanied by towels slung over necks, and jelly shoes and slippers alluding to a day at the spa. Perhaps the brand is calling for a more positive work-life balance, or maybe—like the brand and its price point—this is still a little out of reach. It’s interesting how fashion works; something so essential, yet quantifiably unaffordable is easily just a perception of today’s reality.  

#the row #fashion review #runway review #fashion #pre fall 2024

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Off-White Pre-Fall 2024

15/12/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

Off-White Pre-Fall 2024 is a contemporary take on luxury streetwear

Off-White’s new sartorial offering is an ode to Abloh’s innovative and youthful take on streetwear that was defined in it’s inception more than 10 years ago. The collection is joyous in its pops of colour and and playful tailoring—dissecting traditional pieces and injecting Off-White’s signature flair.

As models walk through an office space, they are draped in pastel pink hues in the form of glittery midi skirts, skinny bomber jacket silhouettes and tailored pants. Fluffy collars adorn coats and jackets, while fashion’s It-colour red is spotted in subtle notions throughout the collection. An ode to modern workwear is apparent, with military-like suiting and silhouettes capture the utilitarian essence of the collection, while the flower motifs add a more feminine touch. Giant fluffy pink duffles, newspaper boy hats and bra’s over tees add to the soft and youthful essence of the collection. The models looking like the cool, stylish kids in your college class, hungover but professionally glammed with sunglasses and an iced latte in hand.

The brand, founded in 2013 by Virgil Abloh has been a sartorial medium for experimentation, and while we have said goodbye to Virgil, his legacy and visionary approach to youth culture in fashion remains. “Off-White might, you’d imagine, eventually become the first heritage fashion brand born in the 21st century,” says Luke Leitch of Vogue Runway, a strong but accurate take on the brand and Abloh’s Vision.

Off-White returns to Paris Fashion week in February.

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Seeing Red 15/12/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

Over the past few seasons, red dominated the runway. Cherry red; burgundy red; maroon; carmine; cardinal. Often, red has an affinity to be perceived as a fall colour - and its deep tones are synonymous with darker imagery of lust, passion, anger, courage and war. Lucky for us in the southern hemisphere, summer perfectly aligns with the reveal of the ready-to-wear Spring/Summer 2024 collections—which unveiled an abundance of reds in an uplifting summer-y sensation. From Alexander McQueen’s often dark dispositions to the sartorial elegance of Gucci’s more subdued update, to the romantic parade of joy by Rick Owens - red was romanticised and reinterpreted for a summary flare.

A pop of red has been known to instantly elevate an outfit, whether that be a little red shoe styled with your casual jeans and black tee look, a red hair ribbon threaded into a bow, or a punk glam leather bomber—looking stylish is as quick and easy as seeing red.

#fashion #fashion trends #wearing red #ss24

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Sonia Carrasco Spain Spring 2024

4/11/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

Sonia Carrasco’s Spain Spring 2024 collection synthesises a new blend of sporty and chic, modifying the classic 3 piece suit into a new age of dress. 

This collection of 42 looks plays with cut and layering, blending the mix of fitted silhouettes and oversized forms together seamlessly. Traditional suiting material is paired with casual denim or knitwear, loosening the term corporate with every new cut and fabric manipulation that they accomplish. It is a humorous and playful approach to the way we dress. 

The manipulation of the 3 pieces suit is evident from first glance. An oversized blazer in corporate grey is belted in the waist in what appears to be an emulation of a vest. Underneath the silhouette peaks a hoodie of the same tone. In another look, a collared shirt is severely cropped to the shoulders and worn like a cape over a sweater, while its bottom half is altered to be a strapless top with princess seams and buttons placed down the centre. These silhouettes are pair with either jeans or trousers and always with soccer boots solidifying the sporty and casual nature of this overall suit. 

The denim pieces feel fun and casual and fit for the everyday, while the asymmetrical tops and bodysuits encourage you to layer your clothes. Garments uncommonly paired together grace our presence with its contemporary vision, like the cream coat worn over a knitted silver bikini top and pulled together at the waist with a loose denim waist belt. Silhouettes are replicated, but fashioned with different materials such as the denim, cotton shirting and suiting. 

Corporate suit colours of grey, white and blue were pieced together with earthy brows and oranges. A deep, turquoise blue stands out from the crowd, emulating water. The mesh blue fitted maxi dress with an asymmetrical neckline reminded me of a blue lagoon - its soft ruching on the right side of the body like ripples in the ocean. Knitwear is introduced and brings a lightness to the collection. My favourite piece was the orange knitted calf-length dress worn over a pair of midwash jeans. The knitting was manipulated to create an outline of a triangle bikini and bottom. The dress was also available in a mesh grey and cream, as well as in the form of a skirt. In a more grounded approach, the use of rope balanced the collection with a touch of heaviness, used as drawstrings, belts or braided handles on bags.

Maybe it was the most recent Beckham documentary, or it was this collection - but I really want to go watch the soccer right now. This collection felt soft but sexy, grounded but light. Despite its masculine elements - it felt truly and utterly feminine. This collection was profound, I absolutely loved it.

#spanish fashion #spring fashion #rtw #spring24 #spring 2024 #luxury fashion #fashion review #vogue #editorial #womenswear

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Zimmermann Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

24/10/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

This season, Zimmermann presented us with a fantastical collection, one that would be fitting to those who wished they could fly as a kid. Models floated down the runway, the garments assisting in their freedom as they embraced the season to come. Flowy lightweight fabric and incredible drapery moved with ease. The pieces in this collection worked with gravity, instead of against - as fabric draped and moved organically with the model as they strutted down the runway. What the brand always stays true to is understanding the ethereal nature of femininity and the female form. 

This season, they embraced natural tones and the softness of spring with hues of beige and brown, complimented by flowery lilacs and greens before honoring the rose with a deep luscious red. We were greeted with dresses with oversized sleeves that fell off the shoulders, followed by strong silhouettes like jumpsuits and leather pants that, despite their material, still had a softness to them as they walked down the runway. Floral motifs, a classic for spring (and Zimmermann, in fact) were luxuriously shown in the form of 3 dimensional appliqués and lace. These motifs are familiar, but not dated as Zimmermann knows how to pull them off in class and style. Each piece felt modern but respected the classic feminine silhouette in a way that felt new. The knitwear in this collection looked luscious and light - perfect for that trans-seasonal period. Gradient shades of lilac and yellow felt reminiscent of sunsets on the beaches of our Aussie shores, a soft nod to the brand's heritage.

There truly is something for everyone in this collection. I love seeing an Aussie brand step into the international luxury market on the scale that they have. Brava to Nicky Zimmermann and the team on their runway show in Paris 👏👏

#fashion #runway #ss24 #fashion editor #fashion review #luxury fashion #rtw #fashion month #paris fashion week #australian fashion #zimmermann

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Bottega Veneta Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

09/10/23 written by Rachel to An Ode To Motion

Bottega Veneta is a brand where season after season, they absolutely deliver, and Spring 2024 was no different. Matthieu Blazy speaks ‘to the personal pleasure of dressing up,’ giving us a collection of ready-to-wear pieces that spark inner joy through the external. The runway space was full of things relating to journey, and a journey he gave us.

Inspired by different locations around the globe, Blazy presented his collection on a literal map representing travel, journey (physical and spiritual), and life. Elegant in its simplicity, this collection was designed for both men and women, tailored to those high end clients who want to blend luxury with the everyday. Soft materials blend with structured silhouettes in their suiting, vests and dresses. Leather is a staple for Bottega, evident it its shoes, bags, ties and dresses. A leather collared shirt monochromic with a tie sits flush under thick suiting. For the evening, a red leather dress with boning contours the waist lightly, with the silhouette draping soft and oversized on the bodice.

Knitwear takes stage with round necklines and oversized silhouettes. Overall, the collection is quite structured, with all soft shapes accompanied by something sturdy like leather boots and bags. Hues of red and orange add vibrancy to the collection - from leather dresses to pink a-line skirts. 

I was captivated by the motion of the garments as the models walked. Like wading through water, each movement was delicate yet intentional. The curves in the seams felt organic, while the knots and fringes added a level of couture. I loved the thick knitted suits with accompanying frills across the neckline and down the pant.

The patterns in the collection complimented each other nicely, in lovely shades of green to yellow and all the in-between. Burgundy was also present in this collection, as it has been in a few of our luxury houses as the new trend of the season. Bags were woven and twisted and knotted - with one bag resembling a banana leaf. Some bags looked like sacks, easy to take and throw over your shoulder as you wade through your journey.

My only concern with the collection was the use of Chevron, reminiscent of the 2010s era. I’ve noticed a few 2010 trends in these collections and I am worried!! Despite this, I loved this collection. Very Italian. Very Bottega. Very new.

#fashion month 2024 #milan fashion week #mfw #ss24 #fashion review #fashion editor #fashion writer #new in fashion

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Alexander McQueen Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

08/10/23 written by Rachel for An Ode To Motion

Sarah Burton’s final show for Alexander McQueen was a love letter to the power of women. Inspired by the female anatomy, this homage to strength in the feminine featured strong silhouettes with exceptional tailoring - something Sarah has perfected in her 26 years working at McQueen and 13 years as Creative Director. 

Kaia Gerber opens the show dressed with an impeccably tailored suit dress with a cutout on her chest and boning to create a bold and exaggerated feminine shape. Gold subsequently seeps into the collection. A golden maxi skirt sewn with layers of glistening thread of the corresponding shade sits below a leather top, like armour for the female form. Suits with slashes of red thread are sewn onto the garments to look like paint splattered on the centre, while also bleeding off the canvas with red fringe.

The colour red is reminiscent of blood as we are exposed to the feminine form from the inside out. As the collection continues, suits with the identic chest cutouts is ringed with gold embellishments - as if something magical is seeping out of the divine. Then, we have a woman exposed. Out walks an incredible beige maxi dress with red embroidery revealing a romantacised version of the woman’s anatomy. With its fringe detailing, its almost as if blood itself is pouring out revealing truly what’s inside. 

Each model walks tall - complimented with colours that represent power, abundance and glamour (black, red, gold and silver). Each piece felt like a total showstopper. Then, stripped and exposed, we are presented with a white skeletal structure in the form of knitwear. Even stripped to their bones, the female is strong and powerful. This was my favourite look of the collection.

The garments in this collection perfectly complimented the female form; draping, creating shape or emphasising shape, and seamlessly pursuing movement with the body. Power shoulders were also present, whether it be strong and sharp or round and oversized. Flower motifs continued throughout the collection. A soft pink maxi dress flows soft with impeccable drape, and then, out appears another in the in the colour of blood. Although soft and flowy, the image of strength still stands. Women are strong and powerful in their softness and beauty.

Then, lastly steps out Naomi - a silver rose in full armour. She is powerful in her form. A single tear falls to send off Sarah. The clothes were impeccable in this collection. You would feel nothing but power and strength in every garment. The song Heroes by David Bowie closed the show, an emotion farewell for Sarah as we close this chapter for Alexander McQueen. I will deeply miss her creativity, but can’t wait to see what’s next.

#fashion #runway #vogue #ss24 #fashion month #rtw #rtw24 #lee mcqueen #sarah burton #alexander mcqueen

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Gucci Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

07/10/23 written by Rachel for An Ode To Motion

Don’t mistake the new Gucci for boring. Yes, while this highly anticipated collection was, as expected, much more sober than Alessandro Michele’s maximalist festivities - this does not stop the new CD Sabato De Sarno from presenting Gucci in glamour. This show may have been stripped back - but it was anything but subdued. This collection, a love letter to Milan, presented Gucci as we know it best - perfect tailoring and effortless glamour, each piece clearly styled with intention.

The pieces were classy and wearable and extremely sexy as we were presented with low-rise mini shorts, plunge necklines, strapless minidresses, and ankle-breaking platform loafers. The colour burgundy complemented the garments elegantly, introducing this mature tone into the summer season. Bold and seductive, the impeccable quality of the garments is evident, you can almost feel its soft touch through the screen.

Logomania remains, as well as monochrome styling which is clearly back for the season. Elegance is a theme throughout the collection, and as the show continues we start to feel a party begin. Rhinestone mini tops, crystallised mini dresses, and low scoop necklines boost the festivities giving glitz and glamour. 

If you were to think we are to omit the 2010’s inspiration as per the trend cycle would predict now that Y2K came in full swing, think again. Gucci graced us with its own take as we revisit denim jackets, mini belts and dresses over pants. Black lace was summoned to the runway complimented with silk in shades of baby pinks and blues. Gucci execute it well, however - so we have nothing to fear.

Overall the collection felt cohesive and still was a reflection of what the brand truly is at its core. I could see myself in every single piece - and that is often hard to execute, yet necessary for a ready-to-wear collection to sell.

#ready to wear #fashion #runway #rtw #spring 2024 #fashion week #ss24 #runway review #shopping

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Maison Margiela Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

06/10/23 written by Rachel for An Ode To Motion

Maison Margiela’s Co-Ed collection for the Spring Summer 2024 season brings us the genderless prêt-à-porter line of our dreams. This collection by John Galliano is “a study of hand-me-downs and the gestures that imbue garments with life”. There is a visual process of death and rebirth — like a flower from birth to bloom and back down again — this same circularity parallel to the upcycled clothing circle. 

From first glance, Galliano gives the impression that summer is a distant memory as we are swamped with oversized coats paired with deconstructed collars and contrasting gloves. The styling felt almost childlike, represented through big oversized coats pairs with models in pigtails walking with cautious hesitation, while hunchbacked and strong-shouldered. These slow and subtle movements felt almost like there was a secret to be kept, or like detectives on a case.

Paired with Margiela’s iconic Tabis — a must-have staple for the moment — we then start to feel the bloom. Ruffles start to peak beneath the coats. Soft muted tones such as beige melt into the canvas as belts and eventually dresses, matched with incredibly soft pleating. 

Spring awakened with shades of soft yellows, whites and creams with ruffle trims and voluminous skirts. Pops of soft lavender and sage green (a colour that is growing in popularity season by season) materialised within the sea of black and grey. Garments appeared more intentionally dishevelled, paired with textured plastic and other atypical materials. Billowing skorts evoked a theatrical flair partnered with master tailoring, which comes naturally to Galliano. 

Asymmetry was a common theme, whether that be on the neckline, or through the assortment of polka dots. As the models walked, the clothes flounced delicately — a stark contrast to the harsh way some of the models sashayed. The end called for the return of black garments, this time in soft and shapely dresses in many different forms.

#editorial #fashion #runway #vogue #luxury fashion #maison margiela #john galliano #tabi #tabi shoes #paris fashion week #fashion month

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Miu Miu Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024

06/10/23 written by Rachel for An Ode To Motion.

The Miu Miu Spring Summer 2024 collection, a rationale of beauties by Miuccia Prada presented a modern exploration of beauty and a celebration of women. This show was a tribute to the neoteric woman, with all their facets and flaws - finding beauty in the intricate details. You cannot define a woman through 1 thing.

It’s almost as if Miuccia Prada herself walked into our wardrobes, closed her eyes and paired the two most outlandish pieces together in the best way. Speedos worn under a leather bomber, a glistening golden dress paired down with an oversized sweater. The layering was ludicrous, almost comical - but it worked. 

For me watching this collection, I instantly took to the concept of workwear. Gen-Z have been challenging the notion of workwear as they have established themselves in the workplace environment. Workwear as a seperate entity from day or nightwear has been newly challenged, blurring the lines between how we dress for work and play. A blazer can be seen in any setting, as is sequins to loose tailoring and more. In this collection, we see rolled-up blazers in its classic tones of navy and brown reminding us of preppy private school boys, seemingly paired with a bright, and often outlandish bottom. From creamy ruffled mini skirts to neon shorts with an exposed drawstring once solely fit for the beach - we celebrate a clash between worlds.

In our first looks, neon contrasted with tones often set for fall - navy, grey and black. As we continued, colours and tones were paired together to evoke the essence of spring. Think soft pastel greens and muted purples or yellow tied perfectly together with a hint of grey. Black also became a notable theme, with small peaks of bright colours to tie the collection together.

Troye Sivan making an appearance was the tip of the iceberg. His look felt clean and poised, like a private school kid after swim practice. This collection spoke to the heart of our generation, as Miu Miu always does.

#fashion #runway #fashion review #fashion editor #editorial #luxury fashion #prada #miu miu #vogue