NafNaf gets inspired by Frida Kahlo
MANILA, Philippines - This season, NafNaf takes inspiration from the beauty of the South — specifically, the easy splendor of Palm Spring and the exotic allure of Frida Kahlo.
Mexico’s most famous woman painter Frida Kahlo not only electrified the art world with her powerful, thought-provoking self-portraits, she also led the way in promoting the bold yet almost childlike tones of bohemian fashion. NafNaf mixed muted tones of maroon and blue with flamboyant hues of tangerine and magenta to illustrate the strange marriage of seriousness and whimsy that Kahlo was known for. Following the Latin feel, the line also makes use of handmade embroideries, natural cotton voile, linen, and printed silk with floral patterns that evoke the free-spirited disposition of the artist.
The Palm Spring collection, on the other hand, is bohemian living-cum-young sophisticate. Fluid jumpsuits, maxi dresses in bold prints are combined with belt accessories for an eclectic feel. The line also makes ingenious use of artful color clashes such as flamingo pink mixed with neutral tones of beige and white.
The brand has always been known for its stylish, timeless, and easy-to-wear clothes and accessories. The Naf Naf brand was created in 1978 by brothers Gerard and Patrick Pariente and has since made headlines in Manila as a go-to line for modern yet feminine garment, accessories and footwear. In 1984, Cinderella Dresses introduced the Paris brand to the Philippines and has succeeded in making NafNaf popular among the 18- to 30-year-old fashionable set.
