BRAND DIRECTORY J Kim Helmut Lang Giambattista Valli Giambattista Valli Couture Eudon Choi ERIN erinfetherston Erdem Enfold Emilia Wickstead Elizabeth andJames Elie Saab Djaba Diassamidze Derek Lam Co Collection Clu Christian Siriano Charlotte Olympia Carolina Herrera Camilla andMarc Balmain Aquazurra Acne Studios 10 Crosby Derek Lam Rosie Assoulin Rosetta Getty Roksanda Rachel Zoe Peter Pilotto Paper London Oscar delaRenta Notte byMarchesa Naeem Khan Monse Monique Lhuillier ML MoniqueLhuillier Mira Mikati Merlette Maticevski Marissa Webb Maria LuciaHohan Marchesa Maison RabihKayrouz Maggie Marilyn Liudmila Lela Rose Johanna Ortiz Oscar delaRenta Naeem Khan Monique Lhuillier Marchesa Homa Bridal Elie Saab Christian Siriano Charlotte Olympia Carolina Herrera Austin Scarlett Bridal Zero +Maria Cornejo ZAC ZacPosen Zac Posen Beckham Victoria Victoria Beckham Victoria Tortoise Sophie Theallet Sofie D’Hoore Sandra Mansour Sally Lapointe Spring / Summer 2017
Welcome to yet another issue of MUSE, where we bring you the hottest new season buys, the trends to know now, and what has kept us busy and charitable over the past year.
Throughout 2016, AlOthman celebrated 60 years of fashion. It’s a milestone we are very proud of. This achievement would not have been possible without the support of our clients, our members, and the communities where we live and work, namely Kuwait, Bahrain, and London. To show our appreciation for many years of support, our yearlong company-wide celebration focused on giving back to the communities where we live and work.
The highlight of our 60th Anniversary celebrations was launching AlOthman Scholarship, a fashion-based scholarship with Central Saint Martins, part of the University of the Arts London and one of the world’s most prestigious art and design schools. The Scholarship, facilitated by LOYAC, a Kuwait-based non-profit organization working towards the overall development of the youth, will help nurture the rising design stars of tomorrow, forge new links with emerging Middle Eastern designers, and commemorate AlOthman’s legacy by giving back to the community.
Our charitable initiatives, highlighted in this issue of MUSE, did not end with 2016, we will continue to give back to this loving community, so stay tuned for more in 2017.
And in other news, you might have already heard of our exciting new partnership with the56.com - a global by-invitation-only online shopping platform dedicated to the world’s most glamorous evening gowns. For the very first time, clients living outside of Kuwait and Bahrain will be able to shop our sensational range of evening gowns by the biggest names in fashion, all with the help of a professional team of experienced online stylists.
That’s all for now. We hope this year will bring lots of love, joy, and peace throughout the globe. Now enjoy reading MUSE, your ultimate passport to summer style. Helmut Lang DECONSTRUCTED
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Make sure to pair your fold-over waist pants or skirts with the best of tailored shirts or fitted tops to balance the look. Accessorize your look with a fold-over shoulder strap bag. Bonus points if you can find it in neutral colors. NIGHTS GLAMOROUS This season designers have introduced infinite possibilities for evening dressing. Pastel-colored feathers, soft ruffles, intricate Carolina embellishments, and over-the-top details, all add up to the sort of Herrera earnestly glamorous gowns and couture-like cocktail dresses that make every fashion-loving girl swoon. NIGHTS
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Night time is all about serious accessories and jewelry, so take to the dance floor in ultra-high platform heels by Charlotte Olympia, or go for a statement neckpieces, which Zac Posen all add up to the ultimate fantasy dressing. Rosetta Getty Maison IN STRIPES STRIKE Rabih Kayrouz Summer 2017 catwalk showcased Monse one of the season’s biggest trends in abundance: stripes. From statement stripes to more subtle Breton options - Balmain stripes were all over the runways in every beautiful form you could imagine. STRIKE IN STRIPES Rosie Assoulin Lela Rose Naeem Khan Monse Eudon Choi Johanna Ortiz Rosetta Getty Balmain Colorful stripes make a fun change to your neutral colored pieces. It’s a chic way to introduce color to your outfit. Pair stripes with contrasting prints for a fashion-forward look. Enfold SHOULDER THE COLD Designer’s obsession with the shoulders continues but for this season the focus is on the strategically placed cut out of the shoulders and the one shoulder look for maximum impact. Just as popular Rosetta Getty as the statement sleeves, the cold Rosetta Getty
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This style is gorgeous, young, and looks great when paired with long, flowing silhouettes. Give your look a finishing
touch with a pair of metallic chandelier earrings. Johanna Ortiz FEVER SCARLET Balmain The fashion runways boldly dictated in red-hot shades. Well-known for its anti- Oscar ageing powers, the color red cropped de la Renta up on floral stilettos, resurfaced in Roksanda the form of exotic jewelry, then FEVER came out loud and proud at a large number of fashion shows in the form of evening gowns. SCARLET You won’t go wrong as long as it’s red, red, red. Elie Saab Giambattista Valli Couture Giambattista Valli Rosetta Getty Giambattista Valli Giambattista Valli Christian Siriano Zac Posen Oscarde la Renta Oscarde Monique Lhuillier Whatever you choose, keep hair sleek and lips neutral (red lips would be too matchy), and step out in black or nude Aquazurra shoes that won’t distract. SLEEVES STATEMENT Christian Siriano Up your arm party game with the statement sleeves trend. The trend has dominated the catwalk for a couple of seasons now and continues to evolve for Summer 2017 too. Think bell-shaped, extra- long, sleeves with slits, cropped, bunched, and oversized. Anything goes as long as the vocal SLEEVES points are the sleeves. Acne Studios Co Collection STATEMENT STATEMENT
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Enfold Remember to keep the rest of your look minimal. A simple silhouette in a neutral color palette is all you need to finish this look. Also, remember that statement sleeves can pull the eye down and leave you looking short, so always wear heels. The young and talented New Zealand-based designer Maggie Marilyn quickly made a name for herself thanks to her chic, structured designs and commitment to ethical manufacturing. DESIGNER Maggie Marilyn fuses together all of the sentiments embedded in what it means to be a SPOTLIGHT young woman today, offering pieces that are both playfully romantic and practical. alothman-fashion.com The O Girls got up close and personal with fashion’s latest sensation to find out more about her inspiration, vision, and take on fashion. Thrifty O
If you could choose one person to dress, who would she be and why? To be honest I get just as much excitement seeing a stranger walking down the street in Maggie Marilyn, as I love seeing how women style the clothes and really make the Snob O Maggie Marilyn garments apart of there own wardrobe. I love women who are dreamers, who are strong yet sensitive, never afraid to speak the truth. Women who are obsessively You were born to an Irish father and a South African passionate and believe anything is possible. I want the Maggie Marilyn girl to be someone mother in New Zealand, how does your background who cares about the little things and who fights for the underdog she is also an play a role in your vision? extremely loyal friend, lover sister and mother, the Maggie Marilyn girl is an optimist and makes the best out of any situation. To be honest I have not gone too much into my ancestry yet but it is definitely something I am excited to draw inspiration from in collections to come. At my heart I am a New Zealander and there is an amazing Miss O perspective that comes from being in this beautiful but remote environment If you could collaborate with an accessories that I think fuels my creativity. designer, who would it be and why? I love Jennifer Fisher she has been really supportive of the brand and I absolutely adore her and her jewelry collections I love how her pieces have a real sense of timelessness mixed with a freshness and modernity.
Artsy O Chatty O What is the most cherished item in What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever your closet? been given? My George Denim Jacket named after Have no fear, take a leap of faith be a risk my mum. She’s loyal, dependable, taker, don’t always play it safe. strong, and gets better with age. Put her in any occasion and she will let you shine. This denim jacket I think evokes the true meaning of livable luxury. NEW DESIGNERS Derek Lam is not a new name to AlOthman, we have been Discover our latest and hottest additions stocking its ready-to-wear selection for many years, but this to our brand list for this season season for the first tim.
The new Derek Lam shoe collection for Spring/Summer 2017 evoke light and refined designs. Hand crafted in Venice, the shoes incorporate classic detailing to make for elegantly effortless footwear. Inspired by the Derek Lam Ready-to-Wear New York-based brand Merlette is your perfect collection’s known relaxed luxury aesthetic. getaway wardrobe, thoughtfully designed with the modern traveller in mind. A curated selection of well crafted, limited edition pieces that will become part of your best memories, clothes that allow you to feel refined and at ease.
Australian native Marina Cortbawi founded Merlette in 2016. She has gained her professional experience working with iconic designers Oscar de la Renta and Carolina Herrera. Whilst managing the international business at these houses, she gained an in-depth understanding of the industry from a global perspective. After completing courses in Fashion Design and Illustration at Central Saint Martins and the London College of CLU is derived from the French word “clou” which means nail, Fashion, she set out to design her a simple and graphic object, a concept symbolic of the own collection to launch during line itself. The CLU tee shirt is elaborately constructed, the summer of 2016 as a buy- tissue-thin and unbelievably soft. Designer Jin Lee now, wear-now capsule. founded the collection in 2004. He graduated with a degree in East Asian Studies from UC Berkeley and went on to study fashion design at Parsons School of Design in New York and Paris for 3years. After living the corporate life in Korea for 10 years, he moved to Los Angeles and started to focus on showing his vision and unique talent to start his own collection.
Having hand-sewn the label’s first collection of cool “haute couture T-shirts,” Jin Lee now produces a wide RTW line of opulent closet essentials and everyday basics beautifully trimmed with lace and feminine details. NEW DESIGNERS Discover our latest and hottest additions to our brand list for this season
Elizabeth studied at Parsons School of Born to an Irish father and Design, graduating with BFA degree a South African mother, in Fashion Design. Immediately after daughter of four Maggie graduation, Elizabeth gained recognition Marilyn was born into in the industry, quickly rising to very senior one of New Zealand’s roles at prestigious fashion houses. entrepreneurially successful She designed for some of the most sawmilling families. recognized and esteemed fashion designers in New York City, including Maggie Marilyn made Donna Karan, J. Mendel, Max Mara, a positive and powerful Marina Rinaldi and Isaac Mizrahi contribution to the future Couture. of fashion by creating an honest and ethical fashion At age 22, she became the Head brand built on collections Designer of Isaac Mizrahi, where she that have both a fresh designed both the runway collections newness and innovation and custom couture for clients all whilst remaining commercially over the world. Similarly, at Donna viable; promoting a positive Karan, where she played integral alternative to the current part in the launch of Donna consumerist culture in the fashion Karan Atelier, Elizabeth was industry. Maggie graduated top responsible for creating of her year in fashion from New one-of-a-kind gowns and Zealand’s Whitecliffe University for dresses for the red carpet. fine arts and design in 2015 and After honing her skills for launched her first collection in nearly a decade, Elizabeth September 2016. launched her very own namesake brand. NEW DESIGNERS Discover our latest and hottest additions to our brand list for this season
Based in Paris, designer Djaba Diassamidze is recognized for his eveningwear. With his highly sophisticated pieces made in his Paris atelier, Djaba is the eveningwear label to come out of Tbilisi, Georgia. Tulle and feathers complete with the addition of evening turbans and gloves conjure a high glamour that feels newly fresh and exciting.
Creative Consultant Caroline Issa once wrote in her feature about the designer for the Telegraph that “Djaba Diassamidze is something of a child prodigy, having held his first catwalk show at the age of 16 at the Georgian National Youth Palace, an amazingly ornate historical building which previously served as the residence of the Imperial Viceroy of the Caucasus. I can’t imagine what a precocious teenager he must have been then when now, at 28, his personal style is as refined and elegant as that of a French gentleman from the 1920s.” Here Comes the Surprise...
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Surrounded by beautiful bridal gowns all year long, we are sometimes finding it hard to keep up with all the gorgeous looks designers are showing on the runway. We have asked designers "For winter weddings, the ELIE to share what inspired their SAAB Bridal Fall 2017 Collection designs for their Fall 2017 features ten breathtaking gowns bridal collections in new materials and ceremony-to- dance floor styles. Dresses include versatile looks with a removable skirt or cape, veils of pared-down sophistication with lace or beaded edges, and laser-cut fur pieces that make a striking statement."
The Fall 2017 Austin Scarlett Bridal Collection celebrates the fresh, flirtatious and playful spirits of Austin’s eternal muse, Brigitte Bardot. With clean lines and hourglass silhouettes, the Fall 2017 Collection, aims to outfit a bride for her entire wedding weekend. Celebrating 35 years since Carolina Herrera established her eponymous “I took inspiration from true company, the Fall 2017 Bridal romanticism for this bridal collection Collection embodies the timeless this season. I was inspired by the elegance and grace that has impressionist paintings of Monet defined the brand for three and and Degas, vintage French art half decades. Carolina Herrera’s nouveau tapestries, and interiors in first show in 1981 culminated with the south of France. I wanted the a wedding dress, and from that collection to feel light, ethereal, and moment on, the designer has romantic, but powerful and sensual. always been inspired by the bride The Christian Siriano bride is classic of today and this season is no but playful, and loves to lose herself exception. in a dream fantasy world. This informs her choice of dress for her “I want to make each dress an very special day.” important one. Fashion is about the details,” notes Carolina Herrera. Marchesa Fall 2017 Bridal Collection turns to Eos, the Greek “The collection is inspired to a bride goddess of the dawn. Rising each that wants to feel like a Bohemian morning with the sun, Eos, with her Princess in the most important day delicate rosy fingertips and ethereal of her life”. gown woven with flowers, serves as an inspiration for the collection. PRESENTS A SCHOLARSHIP IN COLLABORATION WITH LOYAC
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For its 2nd pop up event within a year, AlOthman’s Pop Up showcased a carefully curated selection of furniture and home accessories by Lebanese brand NADA DEBS.
The NADA DEBS selection celebrates eastern crafts- manship through contemporary design. It’s about re- introducing and reinterpreting local design by mixing Middle Eastern craft with Far Eastern sensibility, resulting in a fusion of East and East. “We like to bring awareness not only to the handmade, but also to the heartmade. It is the hand that makes what the heart creates. By em- phasizing the spiritual importance of creating with one’s hands, the hand becomes a storyteller that guides us to preserve our narrative. With this in mind, we continue to push the boundaries of innovative craft.” expressed Lebanese designer Nada Debs.
The AlOthman Pop Up x Nada Debs included the exclu- AlOthman Pop Up, AlOthman Boutique’s latest con- sive release of the designer’s limited edition fine jewelry cept, is a permanent section on the shop floor with collection of arabesque rings. It also included a selection a rotating pop-up shop. AlOthman Pop Up is curated of dinnerware, part of a collaboration between NADA by AlOthman team where they introduce established DEBS and ceramists Rasha Nawwam and Marylynn Mas- and emerging brands to its regional clientele for an soud. NADA DEBS has also introduced a limited selec- exquisite and an exclusive experience. You can find out tion of home accessories of tissue boxes and wooden more by following the hashtag #AlOthmanPopUp on trays exclusively made for the Kuwaiti market. our instagram @AlOthmanFashion. BAHRAIN
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As part of AlOthman’s 60th anniversary celebra- tions this year, and its ini- F160 @f160 tiatives to giving back to Zouz The Bird @zouzthebird the community, we have Thuraya Lynn @thurayalynn hosted a series of activi- ties with charitable causes Nour Flayhan @nouriflayhan that simultaneously draw Doghouse Collective @dh_c attention to AlOthman’s SKOUNT @skountworks rich heritage and our com- Bedour Ahmed @iamdochan mitment to. Ricardas Blazukas @ricardasofficial Abrar Zenkawi @abrarzenkawi Shahad Al Asfour @shahad.alasfour AlOthman’s most recent charitable Reem Al Bader @fann_ activity was held in November, where it collaborated with curator Shahad Fetooh Shammoh @fiti.art Bishara of Visual Therapy to host The Aranxta Recio @harsa_pati Blank Clutch Project, an art exhibition featuring 18 local and international Houssam Flayhan @hous_samo artists who were given a blank clutch Shahed Al Wadani @wadaniart to creatively customize using their artistic talents. Proceeds of clutches Bruha Eve @bruhaeveartworld sold were all donated to Ruqayah Ab- Danah Al Fares @danahs.art dul Wahab AlQatami Breast Cancer Foundation to help treat resident ex- Norah Al Jassar @notnorrah pats in Kuwait from breast cancer and to increase awareness of the disease. More charitable initiatives will be A huge thanks to Visual Therapy and carried out throughout the year, all the participating artists for sup- so stay tuned! porting the cause. Shop AlOthman Online Exclusively on
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50 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 51 Acne Studios
It is interesting to me that "even though we live in a digital age with a free flow of information, there are many countries who want to close their borders. I prefer to focus on openness and looking out into the world. – "Jonny Johansson, Creative Director
52 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 53 Aquazzura
54 Muse S/S 17 Balmain
My Balmain army has shed its "armor.
Today’s runway is inspired by the unique strength of those strong women that I am so lucky to know–the Balmain women. In particular, styles channel the serene, confident and modern manner in which they face life. Those women never shy away from showing their softer side, sure in the knowledge that there’s no longer any need to shout. For they’ve already proven themselves— and an honest femininity forms an essential part of their impressive force. Like them, today’s runway has stripped back all nonessential armor, allowing for a clear focus on a beautiful lightness and ease. Their spirit is reflected in this collection’s fluidity, relaxed sensuality and softness. Olivier Rousteing
56 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 57 Camilla and Marc
Materials and palettes inspired by themes explored within David Lynch’s cult film ‘Blue Velvet’. Soft, personal yet surreal are constant moods communicated within the film with a brooding sense of the obscure. These tones are reflected throughout the SS17 collection. A feeling of personal discovery and the journey of seeking ones dream.
58 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 59 Carolina Herrera
60 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 61 Charlotte Olympia
For Cruise 2017, Charlotte celebrates nature in bloom. This is a pretty and playful collection featuring floral designs, creepy crawly embellishments and polka dot prints to add a spring in your step.
62 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 63 Christian Siriano
Christian Siriano’s Spring 2017 collection is perfect for a getaway on the Isle of Capri. Vintage photos from the late 60s and 70s - particularly Settimio Garritano's photos of Jackie Onassis' vacations in Capri from 1969 to 1973 - inspired a cool, modern seaside collection fit for a world-traveled woman. Garritano captured Onassis' effortless chic and elegant silhouettes. The turquoise waters and citrus orange- stripe umbrella-lined beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea inspired a bright and bold color palate.
64 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 65 Download our free app today Christian and access our selection on the move Siriano
The Christian Siriano New York handbag collection consists of feminine, sophisticated and polished pieces that transition from day to night with ease. The ELEPHANT charm featured on many of his handbags are meant to add a layer of playfulness and whimsy to otherwise classic and effortless designs. As part of the #jointheherd movement to raise awareness and promote anti-poaching, a portion of proceeds from every bag sold gets donated to Wild Aid.
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66 Muse A/WS/S 17 16 Available at Harvey Nichols Kuwait Co
68 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 69 Derek Lam
Spring 2017 is inspired by the painter Georgia O’Keefe and by the work of artist Robert Ryman- in particular his show at Dia Art Center in Chelsea this past spring. O’Keefe was a women of tremendous style, her entire approach to dressing informed the Spring 2017 Collection- the effortless way she looked both casual and pulled together at the same time. This translates into fabrics, which appear lived in, washed linens and rumpled sheeting.
70 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 71 Djaba Diassamidze
Djaba Diassamidze’s recent collection looks forward a solemn luxury with a captivated eye transporting us to the Russian imperial court to pay homage to the Romanovs in the memory of their last dance narrating a tale of beauty and harmony as only he is capable of doing.
72 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 73 Elie Saab
Scintillating and strong, the ELIE SAAB Spring- Summer 2017 collection evokes the golden age of disco in an effective mix of pattern, color, texture and tailoring of bold sensuality. An ultraglam attitude infuses the collection, blending the lightness of summer with the extravagance of eveningwear, navigating close to the DNA of the House.
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The Elizabeth and James Spring 2017 collection is inspired by looking back to early nineties’ styling – exploring modern femininity with sportswear details. A sense of ease and effortless dressing continue as signatures for the brand, delivering a wardrobe for the modern woman who craves individuality and comfort.
76 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 77 Elizabeth and James
78 Muse S/S 17 Elizabeth Kennedy
80 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 81 Emilia Wickstead
82 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 83 Enfold
84 Muse S/S 17 Erdem
86 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 87 Eudon Choi
For SS17 collection Francesca, EUDON CHOI continues his recent exploration of the feminine aesthetic through the work of female artists. CHOI renews his interest in photography and has found inspiration for the collection in the life and work of the American photographer Francesca Woodman. Her work continues to be the subject of much critical acclaim and attention, years after her suicide.
88 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 89 Giambattista Valli
Climbing ramage, camellias, gardenias, anemones, peonies, lilies of the valley; the list of floral motifs in Giambattista Valli’s new collection is exhaustive enough to intimidate even the most seasoned of gardeners, especially given that his designs often come with 3-D petal embellishments that are not far removed from the real thing. Flowers have always been in the Roman-born designer’s wheelhouse, and that straightforward sense of pretty is very much at the roots of his brand, too. The pick of the bunch this time around included a long micro daisy-sprigged lace dress - a nice update on the LWDs that have dominated lately - and a floor-sweeping empire line number printed with roses and finished with a Victorian-style lacy high collar, a flattering red carpet–appropriate silhouette that is rapidly becoming a signature.
90 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 91 Giambattista Valli Couture
92 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 93 Giambattista Valli Couture
94 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 95 Helmut Lang
96 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 97 J Kim
98 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 99 Johanna Ortiz
100 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 101 Lela Rose
Relaxed elegance. Emphasizing a modern, less structured approach to soft dressing anchored in feminine silhouettes.
102 Muse S/S 17 Liudmila
104 Muse S/S 17 Maggie Marilyn
Maggie Marilyn ‘Season Two’ captures the experience of the individual and both the beauty and mystery of the natural world, explored through the lens of 15th century Italian renaissance art. Wrapped up and tied down, the garments have an element of vulnerability. Symbolic of breaking free from our anxieties that often hold us back, yet juxtaposed with a strong sense of freeness and optimism shown through flared and playful silhouettes.
106 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 107 Maison Inspired by the theatre play "En Attendant Godot", Marie-Agnès Gillot, along with the dancers of Paris opera, exude life and body Rabih Kayrouz to Maison Rabih Kayrouz’s clothes. Photo credits: Sylvain Oger Photo credits:
108 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 109 From the break of dawn, Marchesa Spring Marchesa 2017 draws inspiration and beauty from sunrise to twilight. From the moment the sun appears over the horizon to meet the iridescent morning dew to the deepest part of night, the day’s passage embodies Marchesa’s signature aesthetic.
110 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 111 Marissa Webb
Staying true to the brand’s DNA, the Marissa Webb Resort and Spring 2017 collections represent a continued exploration of contrast. Resort specifically drew inspiration from floral petal shapes, the usual softness of which was contradicted by structured fabrics, resulting in pieces that feel soft and feminine yet architectural and structured. Spring 2017 continued this exploration of hard and soft, combined with a focus on the counterbalance of the urban modern girl. She’s subtly impactful - all details are considered, but the overall look still feels easy.
112 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 113 Maria Lucia Hohan
114 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 115 Maticevski
Striking a balance between natural and engineered, SS17 explores the effects of Maticevski’s potential to enhance and manipulate organic, pre-existing beauty. Dressed in soft and supple technical fabrications, the SS17 woman envelops herself in curved shapes that caress the edges of her physical self. Sensual and indulgent, fabric is manipulated in generous volumes.
116 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 117 The collection is inspired both from references to the past and by the modern women who I’ve met Merlette during my travels.
118 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 119 Mira Mikati
This year Mira Mikati creates an island where you never grow up, where the summer never ends, where dreams are born and where time is never planned!
It’s like a Mira Mikati meets Mr. Peter Pan, her all time hero ... You can find the very wise words of Pan throughout the entire collection (never grow up, what if I fall what if you fly, never say goodbye ....) Together, with some little happy monsters, colorful stars and island elements .. it’s the interpretation of the island of her dreams ... As a child she always dreamed of being rescued by Peter Pan :)
This season, she collaborates with one of her favorite artists “Jack Pierson”, where she borrows the “Teenage Runway “ word piece installation and where the TeenAge runs away to a better place, a place where dreams do come true.
120 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 121 Monique Lhuillier
For Spring/ Summer17, Monique Lhuillier materializes a surreal fairytale haunted by the last dance, as music lingers with intent and mischief perfumes the air. This season’s sophisticate is never the first to arrive, but always the first to be noticed.
122 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 123 Monse
Monse is a fresh force in modern "RTW inspired by the strong woman who dares to express herself and appreciates the unexpected. This woman, our muse, should feel easily put together in our pieces - as if it took her five minutes to get ready. Combining structure and discreet finishes with an effortless hand, our clothes reflect all that she is in life. " -Monse
124 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 125 Naeem Khan
126 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 127 Oscar de la Renta
128 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 129 Oscar de la Renta
130 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 131 Oscar de la Renta
132 Muse S/S 17 Paper London
134 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 135 Peter Pilotto
Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos celebrate the tropical baroque for spring summer 2017, in a sensual escape through the Andes to where the forest meets the sea. From the hot colours of Barragán to the soft hues of sun-bleached frescos, a riotous palette reflects optimistic stories from the Latin continent.
136 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 137 Rachel Zoe
138 Muse S/S 17 Roksanda
140 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 141 Rosetta Getty
For the resort 2017 "collection, i was inspired after seeing an exhibition of Brice Marden’s recent paintings at Matthew Marks gallery in los angeles. The gallery was designed by Ellsworth Kelly and seeing Marden’s work there i considered the connections between them. These artists work with both monotone and rainbow palettes testing the strictures of minimalism. -Rosetta Getty"
142 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 143 Rosie Assoulin
144 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 145 Sally LaPointe
This season is the "story of a broken heart, inspired by Johnny Cash. Like him, I wanted to find the strength in the vulnerability that comes with a broken heart. The process of overcoming it. -Sally" Lapointe
146 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 147 Sandra Mansour
148 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 149 Sofie D'Hoore
150 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 151 Sophie Theallet
152 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 153 Tortoise
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154 Muse S/S 17 Victoria Beckham
156 Muse A/WS/S 17 16 Muse S/S 17 157 Victoria Victoria Beckham
158 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 159 Zac Posen
160 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 161 ZAC Zac Posen
For Spring 2017, "I envisioned being at the beach surrounded by the colors and feeling of the ocean, sand, and sky. "-Zac Posen Available at Harvey Nichols Kuwait
162 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 163 ZAC Zac Posen
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164 Muse S/S 17 Muse S/S 17 165 Zero + Maria Cornejo
Discovering New Orleans – the sensual heat, hot-house flowers, the vibrant, soulful mix of cultures and people. Layers of history, memories, the music, the smells, the tastes, the languages and the rituals of a city surviving centuries of change were all powerfully evocative sources of inspiration for our summer collection.
166 Muse A/WS/S 17 16 peel 'n pick
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