Chapter 6: Models on the runway
Alexander Mcqueen Fall 1998 RTW
One of Alexander McQueen's most theatrical presentations was his 1998 Fall collection, "Joan," which is legendary for its edgy and grandiose fashion performances. This fashion show is frequently recognized as one of the spookiest runways ever produced. It was inspired by the deaths of Joan of Arc and the Romanov children. Models removed their eyebrows and used red contacts and medieval headdresses. The last look in the collection was undoubtedly the creepiest and most amazing scene. The model, who was dressed in a scarlet robe that concealed her face, slowly moved into the middle of the stage before striking her last poses as a ring of flames burst around her, mirroring Joan of Arc's own horrific faith. We have no idea who the model is. The designer put more of an emphasis on the clothing's artistic design than the model's identity. The show's atmosphere is unsettling throughout, but the closing really brings it to a chilling finale.
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What Ready-To-Wear Runway Shows Looked Like in the ’90s
Though vastly diverse and designed based on different eras, ideologies, places, concepts, and feelings, there is something incredibly nostalgic and chic about ‘90s runway shows. Beloved supermodels Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Carla Bruni, and Claudia Schiffer all dominated the runway apart from being off-duty ‘90s celebrity fashion icons. Today we will be traveling back in time and showcasing some of our favorite ‘90s Ready-To-Wear collections and pieces.
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Gianni Versace’s Ready-To-Wear collection for Fall/Winter 1995 year was said to be inspired by the swinging ‘60s. I don’t know about you, but ‘60s recreations with a ‘90s twist sound like an absolute dream. This show featured a plethora of go-go boots, miniskirts, checkered print mini dresses, silk gowns, matching co-ord skirt suit sets, and white gloves.
https://www.crfashionbook.com/fashion/a29366228/karl-lagerfeld-1990s-chanel-archive-video/
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Karl Lagerfeld’s Spring 1994 RTW show for Chanel was all about pastel tweed suits, accessorizing with chain belts and necklaces, and suspenders. This show even featured Chanel branded roller blades, ever so fitting for the ‘90s.
https://condenaststore.com/featured/kate-moss-on-the-runway-for-anna-sui-spring-1994-guy-marineau.html
https://www.crfashionbook.com/fashion/g23360831/babies-puppies-cute-runway-moments/
Anna Sui’s signature notes of rock, fun, and romance were definitely present in her Spring/Summer 1994 RTW collection. An eclectic mix of denim outerwear, knitted beanies and bags, lace and linen mini babydoll dresses, and matching silk pantsuit sets covered this runway. The unforgettable finale concluded with Naomi Campbell, Linda Christy strutting down the runway together in pastel feather headpieces, babydoll dresses, bow-tied shoes with ankle socks, and painted wooden cake purses.
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You might recall seeing runway pictures of Alexander McQueen’s Fall/Winter 1998 collection and its infamous closing of a model in a red gown and matching headpiece standing in a circle of fire. The collection’s theme and inspiration focused mainly on Joan of Arc and Catholicism, while models strutted down the runway with bright red colored contacts.
https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-1992-ready-to-wear/mugler
https://www.pinterest.com/heathcon2/thierry-mugler/
https://lelaid.tumblr.com/post/164360567454/emma-wiklund-at-thierry-mugler-ss-1992
Would this really be a ‘90s runway compilation if Mugler wasn’t included? Absolutely not. Thierry Mugler’s Spring/Summer 1992 RTW collection focused on wild and western inspiration, featuring pieces like bustiers, leather shorts and pants, bell-shaped gowns, with notes of mesh fabrics, cut-outs, tassels, exaggerated headwear, and impeccably structured silhouettes.
We hope you enjoyed this trip back to the future, while sighing and awing along with us. Nineties runways were an absolute daydream, I know I personally won’t stop deriving inspiration from them anytime soon. Thanks for reading, we hope you stop by next week for more ‘90s fashion appreciation!
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BACK IN TIME: LADY GAGA ATTENDS THE VMAS 2009
Lady Gaga attended the Video Music Awards 2009 held at Radio City Music Hall in NYC on September 13. The songstress had no idea that this would be the night that changes her life forever, and we were there to witness it unfold.
She was styled by Nicola Formichetti for this special occasion.
Gaga wanted to make an impression for her first ever VMA red carpet, and she sure did when she showed up in this Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2008 black & nude lace dragon illusion maxi dress with keyhole detail, short lace sleeves and quilted black velvet waist panel.
The accessories were more than exquisite and the rule here clearly was: the more the merier!
To start from top to bottom, the singer wore the Veil crochet hat from the Fall/Winter 2009 collection of Le Tour de Force.
The superstar also wore a heavily embellished feathered neck brace...
...with matching long feather ring, both custom-made by London-based young designer Keko Hainswheeler for the night.
Both her gold-plated Death spike ring and Phantom of the Opera-esque gold half face mask were created by jeweller Carol Wiseman for House of Blueeyes’ Spring/Summer 2010 “I Feel Love” collection.
Around her waist she wore the black latex Diana waist waspie with lace filigree trim by Atsuko Kudo.
Underneath her dress she wore the Saint Laurent Imperiale suede platform pumps from the Fall/Winter 2009 collection.
For her one-of-a-kind ‘Paparazzi’ performance, Gaga wore a unique one-sleeved white lace cut-out bodysuit with puff sleeves, gemstone-embellishment and lace cape all custom-made by Haus of Gaga.
Her pearl and ostrich feather skull mask is custom Keko Hainswheeler and she’s rocking customized white Dagger-3000 boots by Pleaser.
The dancers all rocked bespoke Jaiden Rva James costumes.
Gaga accepted her Best New Artist award in a red lace dress with long train, full-length sleeves and attached mask from Alexander McQueen’s Fall/Winter 1998 collection dubbed “Joan”.
This look was meant to be a continuation of her performance, with the red lace symbolizing the eternal martyrdom of fame.
She also wore matching red lace wrist ruffle gloves and a crown by Haus of Gaga.
The look was completed with Christian Louboutin’s red patent Lady Page pumps with ruffled red velvet bows on the front.
For the audience & after party look Gagaloo went for a white sequinned chiffon tank dress by Jean Paul Gaultier.
She switched between a custom Philip Treacy feather helmet and an Alex Noble white lace and pearl veil headpiece.
Her crystal-embellished choker and bangles, which are all attached together with a chain is designed by Patricia Field.
For her final look, which she wore to the press room, Gaga asked Jean Paul Gaultier to create the Venus-inspired padded bodysuit seen on the Fall/Winter 2009 Haute Couture runway. This was a collaboration with Serkan Cura Couture.
Slouchy black sequined patent leather boots from Viktor & Rolf’s Fall/Winter 2009 collection completed the look.
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Mi TOP 10 de desfiles de moda
“Para el diseñador, el desfile es su imagen de marca; por ello la importancia de elegir un formato de desfile planificado hasta el último detalle con sumo cuidado y profesionalidad; además debe definir la filosofía de la firma. El desfile es un formato abierto y cambiante. “ Ruiz (2017)
Hay algunos desfiles que hablan por si solos y demuestran porque me parecen tan buenos y dignos de rescatar. En conjunto puedo hablar de la ambientación: la música, la locación, los modelos, la manera de caminar y la expresión en sus rostros. Todo esto en conjunto con las maravillosas prendas de los diseñadores, logran crear estos desfiles increíbles y hermosos de ver.
10. Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer
9. SAINT LAURENT - WOMEN'S SUMMER 21
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qCLjjGkBrw&t=238s
8. Saint Laurent | Spring Summer 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KLmhP5PEC4
7. Alexander McQueen Joan Collection Fall 1998
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kscaibSiycU&t=1632s
6. Valentino | Haute Couture Spring Summer 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chuw4_gPM9o
5. Jacquemus | Spring Summer 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juhscgB-RSE
4. The Spring-Summer 2021 Haute Couture Show
youtube.com/watch?v=1GzwIzGwk_k
3. Men’s Fall-Winter 2021 Fashion Show | LOUIS VUITTON
2. Iris Van Herpen, Hypnosis.
1. Dolce & Gabbana | Haute Couture | Fall/Winter 2019/20
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