Chocolate Factory/NYC
words/images Judith Ecochard
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| Ivory Silk Pique Corset Gown |
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| Bodice/Corsett details |
Behnaz Sarafpour Fall 2012 collection was quietly exquisite---but like that oft' used expression (Theodore Rossevelt/West African proverb) ...
speak softly and carry a big stick... we thought the ensembles, simply presented with half the models, waiting offstage- behind huge drapes, spotlit with their shadows projecting through---while the other models stood up front...
---were powerful.
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| one of our top looks- |
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| Camel Couture Wool Little Jacket, Black Cashmere Keyhole Sweater, Camel Stretch Cotton Contour Pant |
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| Gold Basket Weave Sheath Dress |
We chatted briefly with this ballet thin designer---who in fact had her models in Capezio flats which we are sure they LOVED....
...about her inspirations---a trip to Venice and the concept of "fashion x-ray"-the underpinnings of garments...the overall structure like the admired Italian building structures.
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| So chic- Rouge Split Sleeve Cashmere Sweater, Bronze Zigzag Pleate Skirt |
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| Nails by CND |
From head to well, ankle-this was modern luxury for sophisticated women...very feminine, incredibly well crafted- not frilly sweet fluffy. Sarapour's gals are too smart for that.
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| Grey Feltted Jersey Corset Dress |
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| Black Velvet & Tulle Strapless Dress |
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| Metallic Thread Lace Overlay is exquisite- |
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| Jan Arnold/CND Creative Director |
