The New Shape

Style is shaping up this season of indulgence. Shape is currently having an in-demand moment in fashion. Its outstanding attractions showcased in an array of shape-shifting expositions are noteworthy of exemplary style declarations as seen in the collections of Jill Sander, Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Yves Saint Laurent, Calvin Klein, Prada, Lanvin and Alberta Ferretti. Architecture, geometry, sculpture, origami and hints of ‘80s fashion from Claude Montana, Thierry Mugler and Margiela are key influences of inspiration in creating fresh aesthetics defining the current move of style towards modern austerity. The return of the dramatic appeal of simplicity is a strong holiday statement of mod refinement in chic elegance.

The brave move towards cutting-edge linear perspective in reinventing form is taking a step further as it imaginatively plays with proportions in hard and soft fabrication. Whether mannish or womanly, there is a severe level of androgyny that balances the art of constructing and deconstructing lines. Volumes, drapes and pleats are reshaped in a variety of dimensions creating up-to-date impressions that are strikingly made wearable. Shape up in chic essential separates to create modern sculpted silhouettes and figure-flattering forms that define the new “sleek” interpreted for all body types. Cutting-edge styles and detailing don’t need overpowering accessories and embellishments, simple chic statements can stand on their own. 

Taking a step ahead in fashion today is all about a mixture of structure, volume, proportion, tailoring and texture. It is a seamless style phase that is effortlessly radical and forward. Change in the world of trends is constant, and its appeal remains exciting and endearing to fashion. As it ceases to exist, the unending latest in looks and contemporary styles give us a panoramic view of the movement in style and the shaping of its future.

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