Previously,
TPS and I ravaged the Brandery Asia fashion shows in
Blueprint Tradeshow on 18 May 2012. We had our fun and decided to keep the
exuberance going!
TPS was extremely persuasive that day. He was successful at
coaxing me to join him for the Audi Fashion Festival in the heart of the city
for the 5pm fashion show. As we ended our visit at Blueprint Tradeshow, TPS and
I grabbed a quick bite and plunged straight into the showcase (with some
external help and some quick witted moves).
Audi Fashion Runway
Show was on a completely different scale compared to the tradeshow runway show.
As we entered the marquee, I felt the instant glamour and sophistication in the
atmosphere. People clad in chic and elegant outfit, standing in small clusters
on the red carpet, holding Black 28, making small talks and taking flattering
photos. With what we were wearing (nothing suave at all), I felt immensely
awkward. It was a really weird sensation to be standing amongst the crowd of
the fashion industry. Well, I did try my best to be as classy as I could.
The seat ushering began shortly after we arrived. As we got
seats in the Fashion show, we shuffled into the show sprightly. Exhilarated, we
knew that the evening runway was presenting three amazing local brands –
Saturday, Depression and A.W.O.L (All walks of Life).
With all the high anticipation, Saturday instigated the fashion
show with a legion of models marching out under dim lights. The Fall/ Winter
series 2012 for Saturday displayed an array of loose and sleek looking
womenswear in shades of gold, bronze, blue, black and grey. I was particularly
perceptive of the way they knotted their scarves and the tribal looking neck
accessories, which were all androgynously suitable for both sexes. I feel that the label is portraying a practical
approach on modern women outfit yet retaining a sense of refinement. It is
definitely a fashion brand to look out in the industry.
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| She looks incredibly beautiful, doesn't she? |
(Source: http://audifashionfestival.com)
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| Faded Gold-Bronze cladding nicely on the model from Saturday |
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| Starring at the neck accessories that flatters the black dress! All from Saturday |
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| Simple black dress from Saturday |
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Second up in line was Depression. I admit that I lived in a well
because I have failed to realize this amazing brand name in the fashion market.
Depression presented a wide spectrum of designs for both male and female. The
Autumn/ Winter collection 2012 or branded as “Plastic Surgery” featured a rock
(metal spikes) and post apocalyptic look (shambles of clothes draping loosely)
on its black, blue and white outfit. The concept was, of course, to define
plastic surgery in the view of the designers. Apparently, the clothing in this
series is detachable to allow variation in a single piece. I was (and still am)
in love with the black bowler’s hate with metal spikes and my personal
favourite is the white long loose sleeves with black pants. But, the real show
stealer was the black women’s capeline studded with metal spikes. As the model
strode down the runway, I could hear whisperings of “oooh…” and “ah...”.
Honestly, I was utterly astounded by the boldness and aesthetic sense in their
AW 2012 series. Rest assured that I will be frequenting their store in
Cineleisure Orchard.
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| Bowler Hat with metal spikes, black and white long sleeve shirt and black three quarter pants from Depression |
(Source: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac)
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| A simple mashup of basics with black tights from Depression. What I really love is the spike man purse! |
(Source: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac)
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| Fabulously crafted black dress from Depression gives a sensual look |
(Source: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac)
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| Black tights with sleek white linings from Depression accentuate the legs, black leather with metal spikes neck accessories from Depression impresses a gothic rocker look |
(Source: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac)
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| The real show stealer - Black Capeline Hat adorned with metal spikes from Depression |
(Source: Chris McGrath/Getty Images AsiaPac)
The fashion runway show ended on a brilliant note with
designs from A.W.O.L. The Fall/ Winter 2012 series for the brand starred studded
bandeu bonnets and kaleidoscopic or wispy lined patterned silk pieces with
fleece or silk coats. I loved the intricate linings and details the collection
was presenting in gold, black and white, beautifully blended with the glamorous
sheen of the material. I think that the series exhibited a sophisticated sense
of grace and demeanour. In spite of that, I felt that the collection will be a
tad bit harder to mash up, as the patterned pieces are lined heavily.
Unfortunately, this means that the outstanding pieces are more difficult to
carry, so not everyone can wear them well. Still, all in all, A.W.O.L. really pushed
up the bar for creativity in women’s fashion (which I know so little about) to
a whole new level.
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| Brilliant gold and black diamond patterns imprints emit a really chic and feminine look |
(Source: http://audifashionfestival.com)
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| Beautiful sleeveless black jacket with faded sheen from A.W.O.L (Source: http://audifashionfestival.com) |
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| Completely and utterly in love with the linings on this one piece from A.W.O.L |
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| The symmetrical wispy linings of black and white on the gown from A.W.O.L is simply visually stunning! |
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| The gown from A.W.O.L brings out sophistication and feminine look |
(Source: Suhaimi Abdullah/Getty Images AsiaPac)
The show ended around 7pm, leaving us completely gratifying and famished. I have learnt a great deal and left with wonderful memories. I hope this article could share some of the sensation I had experienced with you. Do let us know if you have any opinions on this runway show. We would love to read them!
Until then, au revoir!
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