Over the years, fashion shows from design programs in colleges have become increasingly popular with the big names in style as well as the general public. Magazine editors, and trend reporters from all around the world are starting to pay more and more attention to the diverse and uninhibited looks young students are creating. Watching a college fashion is supposedly like getting to peer into a crystal ball of fashion. For one, the students of today are the designers of tomorrow; seeing what these style-minded teens and young-adults put on the catwalks now gives us a hint of what type of items we will be seeing from them when they enter the field as professionals. Second, where do you think current designers look for the newest and freshest ideas for their up and coming collections? The youth of our society of course, you didn't really buy the line "they're just born that ingeniously creative" did you? Perhaps because college students have entered an age of self-confidence and assurance, a place where they feel free to take risks in every aspect of their lives, including their fashion choices is why such exceptional looks are produced. May 6, Washington University will host its 78th annual Fashion Design Show, and I'm excited to see the new and innovative concepts these unique and young students have thought up over the year. Needless to say, I'll be reporting back with my opinions and point of view on the show soon after the event.
Schools such as Parsons New School for Design and Central St. Martins also present very popular and insightful fashion shows from the students in their fashion design programs. Here are samples from Central St. Martins' Fall 2007 Show:
Seon Ju Kam
A light cream seems for perfect so fall 2007-tranquil and classic. Yet, the designer puts a twist on a potentially boring color with intricate cutting and detailing.
Kryzsztof Strozyna
While interesting proportions do catch attention, the unnecessarily large adornment and potato sac color is not as easy on the eyes.
Louise Gray
This dress defines fresh. With bold, standout colors, and an optimistic mood as a companion, the outfit is so fun and young. The detailing on the front may be indeed, too young for the majority, but for the few who dare, it could be an easy summer staple with a dash of energy and uniqueness.
Photo Credits: style.com
1 comment:
I actually really like the second one. The colour is warm and could work for office wear, though I think the collar could be smaller for a production line.
Nice posts.
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