DESIGNER DIANE VON Furstenberg, has revealed her new “Love Power” autumn collection, inspired by the movement of dancing.
Porndej Chantavanich and Vikanda Pattanabum-rung, executives of DVF (Thailand), recently hosted the launch of the new collection at the brand’s boutique at the Emquartier shopping complex.
The new looks are seen through a palette of peacock blues and light greys. There is a chiffon apron dress and crisp shorts with a bow blouse to add a bit of vintage fashion to the collection. Rediscovering print in new ways, an intarsia print vest is embellished with jacquard appliques edged in beads. A print grows into three dimensions on a jacket woven with fine threads |and a carefully finished bustier top, with a leather skirt that reveals insets of soft chiffon.
The collection exhibits a love of fox fur as it crosses the body. Perhaps a Thai lady travelling in a cold country would enjoy the fur in a wrap that extends over her boot, lending a bohemian air. Fringes in suede and Mongolian lamb on soft bags leave a lasting impression.
Layers in rich hues of rubiate, amethyst and carnelian are one of DVF’s signatures. There are lots of unexpected layers of print, punctuated by fresh and familiar textures. The proportions reveal femininity, long sleeves balance a mini jump suit while a high-necked gown falls open to reveal leg.
The coats collection is comfortable and very light, seen in double bonded leather with softness, structure and dimension. There is a vest of leather pebble shapes hand cut and stitched to make an organic patchwork of colour layers over a light chiffon blouse in a petite, contrasting print.
A silk jump suit is an explosion of vibrant colours.
The new wardrobe is glamorous with a familiarity and ease. Beneath a soft jersey top, a skirt cascading with a petite floral design brings life to a chiffon garment embroidered in metallic jacquard. Hand beading and edging in custom dyed chain brings a new dimension to a wrap of gold sequins.
Probably one of the most nostalgic pieces is a drawstring bag in playful coloured satin.
Meanwhile, apart from the new collection, Furstenberg has named London designer Jonathan Saunders as Chief Creative Officer to be responsible for the overall creative direction of the brand.
Furstenberg notes that Saunders’ extraordinary talent for colours and prints, his effortless designs, and his desire to make women feel beautiful make him the perfect creative force to lead DVF into the future. “I could not have found a cooler, more intelligent designer and I cannot wait to watch him shine as our chief creative officer,” she says.
This source first appeared on The Nation Life.