The boys at Proenza Schouler covered all the stops in their stunning s/s 2011 collection which debuted with the usual air of casual cool now synonymous with the brand.
As the first looks stormed down the runway, you could be forgiven for believing that this collection was about a sophisticated lady as models wore button up collared shirts, knee lengths skirts and low scooped necked jackets. In blush, soft purple and dove tones, the pieces were adorned with intricate bead detailing, kept cool with long slung thin belts and t’s casually tucked in a skirt or trouser. Man style jackets, both oversized and more fitted variations, were all delightful and appeared in a bold, hyper coloured orange or a more subdued black option.
Soon, the peeping fluorescent bra appeared beneath the polished twin sets, only to be in full view as the garments become diphaneous. Ruffles in acid yellow chiffon with black and white skirts and singlets were an edgy, modern variation of the lingerie trend.
Without sacrificing the refinement and elegance of the pieces, the colour palette ensured that the range was youthful and fresh. Suplhar red, deep purple, neon yellow and hazard orange appeared in textured layers, and towards the end of the show, loose fitting dresses. The flat sandals now replaced the heels but the urban, glamorous essence of the range remained. The boys also created some interesting hardware which appeared in several of the looks. Neckpieces with coloured jewels on metal plating were an artistic and welcome addition to a selection of the garments.
The simple black sheer finale dress modelled by Australian expat Julia Nobis seemed the perfect exit from Proenza for S/S in keeping the IT girls lusting for more from this clever design duo.
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