Réyes French Flair
Text by J. Ecochard, Images Courtesy of Reyes
Sept 9th 2007
The moody stillness of the early (for this neighborhood) morning streets in NY’s quaintly named 'Meatpacking District'…mimicked the unusual backstage calm of Jose Ramon Réyes’ Bumble and Bumble staged show. As to be expected, under-aged models looked amazingly well rested –as they sipped champagne and recounted the fabulousness of assorted fashion week parties.
The luxe leisure atmosphere was certainly on display to perfection as soon as Reyes’ first look hit the runway. Inspired by Jean Patou, and prehaps an 'admiration' for Vogue Editor Supreme Anna Wintour's love of tennis-the dropped waist, Roaring 20’s-ish, pleated, ivory knit skirt, deep v-neck, long sleeved ivory knit cardigan, and cap neck shell edged in large blocks of moderne navy and red, followed by superb tailored and sensuous silk dresses in navy, gray, black/white and yellow… will appeal to those who channel the mode de vie of the legendary Sara Murphy –and her soirées with husband Gerald, on the Riviera. For 2008 the most new/old, preppy/elegance cut was the gently gathered at the waist, hemmed to the knee, flared navy shorts with deep pockets- a design that’s a welcome relief from last Spring’s slim cut, Bermuda shorts - which looked good on only toothpicks types and accordingly, sold miserably at retail. Finally, polished, up-to-date beige high waist pants with a matching sailor sensible short sleeve top- brought the collection into the here and now of modern day office life, albeit, a well compensated sector.
Makeup by Shiseido veered towards soft, neutral tones of ‘school girl chic’ with the Spring 2008 dominant look of flushed pink cheeks, sweet glossy pillow lips and healthy, glowing skin. Hair by the Bumble team was all reflective shine with natural texture prepped by Bumble Prep Styling Balm…then low side parted-with long tresses wrapped around iron barrels for a casual bounce.
Creative Nails finished the look with pretty pink polish on models’ nails. And a delightful chat with the company’s Amanada Fontanarrosa –unearthed the 2008 preference for almond shaped tips. “What a stiletto would do for your leg,” notes this London based nail specialist, so too the “new” longer shape- slenderizes the nail.