Launching her 11th collection for Topshop on the 28th of August it will be interesting to see if supermodel Kate Moss’s range will have the same exciting experience as before. The collection is in keeping with the 2009 Autum/Winter season, with some sleek tailoring thrown into her signature boho mix. “Personifying the rock’n’roll spirit of Kate’s dressing, the collection is heavily inspired by the 60s, 70s and 80s, with a distinct groupie feel,” Topshop says of the collection from the ultimate groupie – after all, Kate has dated Jamie Hince, Pete Doherty and er, Johnny Depp. Her sexed-up rock goddess style translates this season into billowy, printed blouses, mohair furs and two standout items a black leather dress and a shredded black top which are a must get.
Tuxedos and menswear—how can I make it work for evening?
The look blasted back into the forefront of fashion when Rihanna showed up at the Met gala in Dolce & Gabbana’s stylized version from its fall 2009 collection. Of course, she brought a healthy dose of originality to the look—rocking the high puffed shoulders, seriously cinched waist, high pegged legs, and shining fabric usually seen on full-on ball gowns. It was cool, controversial. We loved her for it. But that’s Rihanna. She’s a fabulous fashion alien who rocks all sorts of crazy-awesome things the way we mere mortals rock jeans and a tee.
The point being, the rest of us should stick with the classics…it’s the chicest and by far the most flattering way to go. The tuxedo is a classic for a reason. You want one that’s simple and true to its menswear conception but masterfully feminized to be not quite masculine, not quite feminine, just beautifully sylphlike and androgynous. Something Kate Moss would wear, or Bianca Jagger in those glamorous Studio 54 days. You need some tweaking on it, though. Don’t head to the menswear department and expect to just walk out of there like Marlene Dietrich in Blue Angel. Skip all pleating and any too-traditional elements—ruffles, bow ties, etc.—in favor of one with a slim, sexy fit. Skinny-leg pants gives it an extra shot of sex appeal and a modern edge. You can play with color, too, within reason. Deep navy blue looks very cool. Then, pair it with a very bare shirt underneath—a silky camisole or a little low-cut chiffon blouse. You just want to show that sexy swath of bare flesh right where it counts. Keep jewelry to a minimum—diamond studs and a pretty glittery bracelet are just enough. The most important accessory always, though: high heels. The higher the better.
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