Christian Dior Pre-Fall Presentation Photos

Raf Simons's first pre-fall collection for Dior was a test as pre-fall is the most "real" collection a designer can show, because of its commercial impact. The first outfit in Simons' lookbook made a particularly convincing manifesto. Dior's hourglass Bar jacket is a couture emblem. After offering it at its most rigorous in his couture collection, Simons paired it here with a slouchy pant. Rigor relaxed. He made his point even stronger by showing the same outfit in a Japanese denim. And he raised the Bar—a higher waistline is a more flattering cut for short-waisted women. (Sarah Burton effected the same sensitive, sensible change at McQueen.) The last outfit in the lookbook also spoke its own particular volume. A billowing skirt—tied at the waist, dipping to the floor in back—had a classical couture stateliness, but it was paired with a cashmere/silk knit T-shirt. This kind of casual glamour could be a Simons signature at Dior. 

Mugler Pre-Fall 2013 Presentation Photos

"Easy and Cute" words that Nicola Formichetti spoke in regards to his new Mugler collection. Alother still a bit futuristic the clothes are more relatable than previous collections Formichetti has done. The collection had something for everyone, in fact Nicola mentioned the sixties, eighties and nineties as inspirations. With proper skirts and suits in wool from japan to psychedelic prints from the Mugler archives to colorful furs in baby blue and  fuchsia to angular jackets and dresses, the collection had a wide range for its fans.

Marni Pre-Fall 2013 Presentation Photos

The Marni customer which is usually a dress wearing, print and embellishment loving girl, is in for a surprise. This season Consuelo Castiglioni went in a different direction for more of an androgynous look. Showcasing masculine suits and military inspired outerwear with menswear inspired accessories.