Contrast

Sometimes, everything is black and white. Other days fade to grey. Today isn't one of those days. I've just finished unpacking my things in my new home after an excited journey out of Sydney this morning. I left home, I'm starting in an opportune position tomorrow, the wardrobe has space for new clothes (a first in a long time) and all my shoes have a home, who would've thought? I wouldn't have believed it either but no word of a lie, everything's in it's place.
So when things are as clearly defined in the latest shows from New York and London, one must take note. Proenza Schouler has considered the conflict of contrast to stunning effect. They've finally side stepped their digital mish-mash faze and considered their origins when it comes to tailoring and interesting seam details.
Yigal Azrouel has taken the luxury sportswear route and displayed a gorgeous, clean collection of long lines and neutral tones.
Longer proportions were also used at Helmut Lang, where a surprisingly more feminine aesthetic cohesively bought the collection together.
If the series of corded garments at 3.1 Phillip Lim could be any more beautiful, there would be no words. The styling all works perfectly with the range that caters for every taste, whilst still staying true to his style.
And our Australian designers are now showing in London, broadening their market to a very impressed and eager audience. Their creative ideas are so on trend that it's impossible to know what they're going to come up with next, we can only wait with anticipation for their very bright future indeed.
Happy little vegemites.