Umindi Francis Public Relations: UFCG Press Day S/S 2012 Collections

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Norman Ambrose S/S 2012

Inspired by, "the Sun glistening on the Mediterranean like a sea of diamonds", Norman Ambrose epitomizes the word "Luxurious" for his S/S 2012 collection. Every piece was a jaw dropping ensemble a combination of sexy and demure was a marriage of perfection. Gold, silver, platinum, onyx, emeralds, and copper shine flawlessly on sexy shear dresses and on refined one piece jumpsuits. For me the Norman Ambrose S/S 2012 collection alludes to a story of a vacation in St. Tropez that ends with a red carpet moment in Monaco and jet setting to India and attending the court of some wealthy Maharaja.

Obviously, my favorite piece of the collection (first picture above) was the gold brocade jumpsuit paired with the golden bolero and gold belt. A few designers attempt to create a jumpsuit, but I feel the material they use such as satin or light cotton make their pieces seem cheap, but because in this case a heavier brocade fabric was used it screamed luxury! Another one that I love and feel it would look amazing on Jennifer Garner is the blush embroidered tulle evening gown (look #19). The detailing on the waistline and the flexes of platinum and rose gold on the bottom border of the gown glisten spectacularly.

Finally,one has to mention the sunset copper dressing gown and beaded swimsuit (look #23) the last picture. This piece was breath taking and simply jaw dropping as it floated through the runway like a butterfly, and the copper color - J'Adore!

I felt that Norman Ambrose S/S 2012 collection had an amazing story that was expressed brilliantly through clothes.

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Monique Lhuillier S/S 2012



 

 

After several seasons of trying feverishly to get into one of the most coveted shows of New York Fashion Week and the entire fashion industry, I felt so blessed and fortunate to be able to cover the Monique Lhuillier S/S 2012 show- and to get front row, AMAZING! (check the video)

World renowed and sought after by celebrities and social elites alike for her bridal couture, Lhuillier steps out and amazes the fashion world with an equally stunning RTW line mixed in with elegant couture gowns for her S/S 2012 collection.

One of the stunners that caught my eye instantly is the yellow/saffron mermaid cut dress above. Simple and understated elegance with some ruching throughout it is the perfect understanding of the definition of classy. Another runway favorite I have is the floor sweeping tie-dyed blue ball gown dress. For many industry folks, a tie-dyed dress may be fashion suicide specially sending it as the closing look for New York Fashion Week, but I have to disagree on the basis that the final finished product is stunning and well executed. For me the combination of white and multiple shades of blue is refreshing and great for a red carpet event during the spring and summer seasons.

Now touching on the RTW, one of the obvious favorite is the yellow trench inspired wrap dress with black lace details on the front. Another piece I fell in love with is the men's wear inspired ankle cropped tuxedo trousers with the complimenting jacket. I find it stunning and sexy when masculine menswear can be translated and executed well into a strong feminine womenswear but with the same impeccable tailoring.

I'm certainly looking forward to NYFW F/W 2012 and what Monique Lhuillier has in stored for the fashion world. Stay tuned for the upcoming season.

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VLOV by Qing Qing Wu S/S 2012: Chic Minimalism

Debuting his collection in New York Fashion Week was a well planned risk for Chinese designer Qing Qing Wu and his label VLOV. Before I go into the clothes I do have to mention the amazing treatment I received from the VLOV company especially from their CFO. As I scurried to try and get an invite for the show I was sure to get a decline response considering it was 2 days prior to the actual date that I got in contact with VLOV for an RSVP, but to my surprise the CFO of the company contacted me personally and he made sure I can get an invite even though the list was closed. So for that I am fashionably in his debt.
I am pleasantly surprised that VLOV took fashion out of the proverbial box and put a unique spin on classic men's pieces like the one button and the double breasted suits, and used lightweight fabrics that still held a structured silhouette like commonly used textiles for men's suits. Below is one of my favorite pieces of the collection. The lightweight material lends a spring/summer feel to the slim low cut suit paired with shorts; with an oversized lapel and hidden button the piece is clean yet chic. In summation: lightweight fabrics, amazing tailoring, and cool modern design all fit a great fashionable puzzle.

Venexiana by Kati Stern: S/S 2012

Season after season Kati Stern manages to bring unto the runway the most exquisite gowns and cocktail dresses for Venexiana, and during fashion week for Spring/Summer 2012 was no exception. Stunning metallics and well crafted draping with body hugging silhouettes came down the runway amidst the crowd's awe and amazement. Several pieces were a definite contender for major red carpet events, and one would not be surprised if celebrities grace the Emmy's, Oscars, and Grammy's in a Venexiana gown. Obviously, one of my favorite piece from the collection is the dress below, a shear and cream leaf cut out lace mermaid cut dress, highlighted with a silk and tulle train. The silhouette to this dress is understated sexy, body hugging but classy and not too revealing. Other note worthy dresses and the definite crowd pleasers were the metallic pieces, goddess like and stunning. Against the light the flexes of gold shimmered with perfection and the way the they moved was eye catchingly beautiful. Kati Stern ran the entire color gamit for Venexiana S/S 2012 and from one end of the spectrum to the other each piece was visually delicious, I am anticipating seeing these on the red carpet coming up shortly.

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