I was pleased to hear last fall that French designer Hedi Slimane will be the new head designer of YSL. Hedi Slimane was not just the men's wear designer for Dior a few years back but he is also one of the most talented photographers out there. I have been eagerly follwing his photography blog for a couple of years now. Mr. Slimane is known to be different, to add his personal touch on things, may it be fashion or photography. When the new Saint Laurent Fall/Winter'13 Ready to wear collection was presented at Paris fashion week on Monday evening it seemed almost like a rebellion. A rebellion against the beauty, clean cuts, and expensive looking fashion which the majority of high-end designers represent. In fact, California grunge was the inspiration for the collection - ripped fishnet tights, leather jackets, flat biker boots, oversized cardigans and sweaters, floral dresses. Here and there the viewer might find a glimpse of the "old" YSL - a tailored plaid coat or oversized bows added to the dresses.
The collection had very mixed reviews - from "simply embarrassing and thrift store looking" to "phenomenal". I think it's cleverly done, its anti-fashion in every regard, but also extremely wearable. I don't think I am able to afford even a single item from the collection but found plenty of inspiration for fall wear. Bravo!
Red Zora
Hedi Slimane's photography:
A couple of my favorite looks:
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