What could be more refreshing in the dark of Winter than pastels? Giorgio Armani's Fall 2013 Emporio Armani collection, a brightly colored array of soft shapes and clean lines, proposes mint, cream, and lavender as a potential cure for cold-weather doldrums.
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Giorgio Armani has become an icon with his multiple fashion brands, and within each of his lines, there are plenty of stellar beauty moments from which to choose. From extravagant headwear and more, see the top hair and makeup looks that have complemented this Italian designer's elegant runway ensembles.
Giorgio Armani called his Spring 2013 collection for Emporio Armani "Neat," and that was an apt description: the overwhelming lightness of color and the simplicity of the shapes he sent down the runway were very neat indeed.
The show started with menswear-inspired separates (think Prince of Wales check shorts paired with blazers and jackets, and suiting in shades of taupe and olive green). This faded to airy pieces in the palest pinks and blues, like two short-sleeved cardigans cut from a pleated, sheer material and cocktail dresses so light they fluttered as the models walked down the runway.
But as with all of Armani's collections, this one was strong — not sweet. There was a toughness to a metallic one-shoulder shirt that suggested chain mail and a selection of gently pleated pastel shorts with sheen. There weren't any gowns in this outing, but with so many other ways to sparkle, who needs them?
Armani gave Spring separates new fluidity. Easy shapes, muted pearlescent tones, and crafty cuts on suiting inspired a sense of movement that's youthful and entirely modern, essentially perfect for the (very polished) girl on the go. It was a turn to the more natural in neutral tones, and again, those fluid shapes; even when Armani did make references to more traditional suiting (the checkered patterns that opened the show), there wasn't that classic structure. There was an architectural twist and draping in everything, giving the collection a constant sense of movement. The absence of longer dresses also spoke to that contemporary vibe — no woman on the move wants to be weighted down with a floor-length hemline. These pieces — all pants, shorts, relaxed suiting, and minidressed — were indicative of a more casual lineup, and the more casual woman who will wear them. She's not sporty and she's not undone, but she doesn't do frills, either. Armani's girl is a cool customer who takes on both suiting and dressier fare with ease.
With PETA protesters outside and six-by-six model formations on the runway, it was a chaotic scene at Emporio Armani's Fall 2012 show. The collection, described by Armani as "animated by fun, ironic touches, alluding to the roaring '20s, made all the more unpredictable by the addition of Bermudas," was just as exciting. Whimsical was the name of the game; knicker-inspired trousers were layered under the majority of the looks, paired with velvet dresses, beaded peplum skirts, and fun rose petal vests — all while paired with oxfords and slippers. The extravagant delight didn't stop there; hot pink velvet jackets, camellia-embellished dresses, and louche multicolored sequined jackets also made an appearance on the runway. While the styling may look busy at first glance, it worked because every piece was ultimately beautiful on its own. More details from Emporio Armani's charming collection below.
>> The show notes for Emporio Armani's Fall 2012 collection promised "fun little touches of pure fantasy," and the collection did not disappoint. Sure, there was a lot going on here — looks were heaped high and deep with chiffon ruffles, fringe, and shimmering polka dots — but the pile-it-on mentality only added to the whimsy. Also adding to the whimsy: the knicker-like Bermuda shorts that — cuffed jauntily at the knee — permeated every single look.
>> The models backstage at yesterday's Milan Fashion Week shows certainly got into character. There was camped-up saluting at Emporio Armani's nautical-themed show, sophisticated posturing at Jil Sander, and super-sexy smoldering at Emilio Pucci. Get a peek at all the antics — plus an up-close look at the beauty and accessories — from all those shows, here in the gallery.
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>> Rihanna's first ads as face of Emporio Armani Underwear and Armani Jeans — she replaces Megan Fox — have just been released. Steven Klein shot the pop star in black and white in New York, sprawled across the hood — or alternatively, the back seat — of a black car. See the full set in the slideshow.
