Although Paris Fashion Week AW07 closed on Sunday to mixed reviews and murmurings of uninspiring and uncommonly commercial collections, the usual suspects in the form of the Olsen twins, Scarlett Johansson and Mrs Beckham were lining the catwalks to ensure that the paparazzi were out in force and capturing every glamorous catwalk moment.
Hi-lights included Balenciaga’s modern showcase of folk-inspired pieces championing abstract directional prints and layered chic, offering a perfect seasonal update on Spring’s tunic tops and chiffon scarves. A fresh palette of bright tones ensured opaque tights remained at the core of each outfit, and stacked heels continued to accentuate high hemlines and feminine styling. Skinny trousers with a sporty feel prevented lightweight fabrics from appearing too unstructured.
Marc Jacobs at the Louis Vuitton show added a much needed touch of romanticism to proceedings, drawing influences from the paintings of 17th century Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer, who was recently bought to our attentions in the 2003 movie adaptation of ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’. Scarlett Johansson, leading lady of the box office smash, looked on as models strutted down the catwalk in smocks, berets, A-line coats and a tonal blue dresses.
And of course, Viktor and Rolf refused to fade into the background, stealing headlines for their conceptual and theatrical runway show more so than their collection. Each model stepped out rigged up to lighting fixtures, employed not only for their shock value but also as a method of displaying the voluminous skirts of bold, shadow print dresses already being previewed in the coming Summer months.
