Also in the retro department is the treasure trove of sequins and beads that decorate the new collections, reminiscent of the sparkling 1980s. These years were at their most glorious at Dolce and Gabbana, especially in the embroidered jeanswear. But his was not the only fashion prank. Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi offers a gold ankle collar attached to a leash which models, during the October preview show, held in their hand as they walked down the runway. The latter is a dubious dream if the Fendi woman sports her new belt riddled with spikes.
Fendi workmanship is as usual exquisite.
Most summery, at least in the upbeat feel of the collection, is Giorgio Armani. His warm weather woman is a tomboy who wears comfy trousers held up by suspenders, cute striped sweaters, pert berets and sporty footwear. Although she has learned to live with urban grays, she is most at home in warm honey brown. Her boyish spirit does not keep her from appreciating the feminine touch of a dainty frilled edge on the lapel of a soft silk jacket, or the shimmering lure of a sequined evening gown. Suspenders aglow in crystal beading also hold up Armani's nighttime offerings.