My Picks - Louis Vuitton Pre-Fall 15 RTW

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Sasha Pivovarova for i-D Magazine Fall 14

Sasha Pivovarova makes these Louis Vuitton pieces all the more appealing in these killer shots. 

Part of an editorial for i-D magazine's Fall 14 issue. 

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Louis Vuitton Resort 2015 Campaign

Entitled 'The Trip or Voyage', Louis Vuitton's Resort 15 lookbook was photographed by Juergen Teller. Teller's imagery encapsulates a sense of adventure in the purest form. 

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My Picks - Louis Vuitton Resort 15

Nicolas Ghesquiere has showcased his second collection for the LVMH powerhouse, in Monaco. The look was an extension from Fall, revisiting the fit and flare silhouette. The collection was playful and diverse with mismatched prints and colour blocking. For me the structured tailoring were the staple looks.

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Louis Vuitton names Nicolas Ghesquière as Creative Director

I must admit I am surprised. After I read Nicolas's interview in System magazine earlier this year, I assumed he wouldn't work for a large fashion house again. Today, a statement has confirmed speculation that Nicolas Ghesquiére has indeed accepted the position of Creative Director at Louis Vuitton, effective immediately.

I've just been for dinner with some friends and said I will be contacting the LVMH company immediately to see if there are any design positions, to work under a man of his caliber would be incredible. 

I am looking forward to seeing his interpretation of the brand. His first collection will showcase next March.
Whats more to say, other than Congratulations!

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One to Watch - Atto

Today I read an article on Vogue.com about the new Paris label everyone is talking about Atto. Run by designer Julien Dossena, alongside Lion Blau and Florent Buonomano, all three designers use to work together at Balenciaga under Nicholas Ghesquiere.

Atto is influenced by the French 60s and Japanese minimalism, it features a little of the Japanese wrapping technique, enveloping the body. While still remaining modern with the use of structural fabrics and crisp, precise cuts. 

I am really excited to see this label develop, if this debut is any inclination of what is to come, then they will do great things.

See the full collection HERE:

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My Picks - Balenciaga Fall 13 RTW

After much anticipation, its the moment we've ALL been waiting for, Alexander Wang's debut collection for Balenciaga. 

The monochrome collection focused on fabric manipulation, form and cut. There is a strong reference to some of Balenciaga's earlier works. Wang has been conscious of the brands heritage.

He had big shoes to fill after Nicolas Ghesquiere's departure after 15 years at the house. I for one salute Wang! He has shown a mature collection with a conceptual nature. 

I'm looking forward to seeing how Wang evolves in his role as Creative Director.

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Nicolas Ghesquière to Leave Balenciaga

Hot off the press...Nicolas Ghesquière, and Balenciaga are parting ways after 15 years with Nicolas at the helm of the iconic fashion house. WWD writes, "The designer and the fashion house are citing a 'joint decision to end their working relationship' effective Nov 30th". 

Francois-Henri Pinault, chairman and CEO of PPR stated, " With an incomparable creative talent, Nicolas has brought to Balenciaga an artistic contribution essential to the unique influence of the house."

So I guess now the questions are:

1) Whats Nicolas's next move?

2)Who will become Balenciaga's new Creative Director?

EKK I'm excited to know both! It would be an incredible opportunity to head up the design team at Balenciaga and from a creative point of view very forward thinking! 

I would love the challenge, but who wouldn't!

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