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| the star of the show-the designer's adorbs baby girl! |
Paul Kasmin Gallery/NYC
Tia Cibani's models' walking presentation usually takes place the day prior to the 'official' start of NYFW...and is always a wonderful kickstart reminder as to why some apparel deserve a runway debut vs. hanging on hangers at a tradeshow.
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| Negro asymmetrical hem chevron raffia dress w/ cummerbund---perfect |
It's always a combo of things-the designs, the way a garment is made, the fabrics---how its cut/drapes.
And this former mastermind behind the women's label Ports 1961...has carved out a niche of sophisticated attire ---for women who travel (comfort factor---nothing restrains---as in drawstrings defining waists-not cinched in belts, for example)...
Women-who can appreciate the "...the subtle sense of volume...balancing masculine and feminine...chic...understated...confident...assertive..."garments that Cibani offers.
One of our favorite looks are the above blue asymmetrical wrap dress...
Graceful, modern glamor---a great way to start the week....and a reminder of the unique textiles and elegant silhouettes -the designer always sources and creates.
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| Azul pixel Aztec jacquard bolero jacket, azul drawstring scoop neck top+azul floral tile jacquard shorts |
Inspired by 40's noir film sirens with clearly a trip to Mexico-channeling the artist Frieda Kahlo (the hair, strong brows...) the ensembles ranged from wearable ethnic and patchwork prints on a sweet bolero jacket, cuffed shorts, tunics and trousers--- to more glam waist accentuating full skirts and white embroidered lace dresses...to elegant evening wear = cocoon shaped, double faced duchess satin- in a luscious jacket with matching skirt.
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| love-tailored jute dot jacquard cinched waist jacket with matching pencil skirt |
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| Bordelaise anglaise insert -nice touch |
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| Jute dot jacquard material used on this fitted dress-with side pockets---ideal dress for just about everything |
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| cut-out back with lace trim.... |
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| summer dress for hot weather---casual but not sloppy, never break a sweat cool chic in a print with bold color courtesy of rolled sleeves. |
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| Eucalyptus duchesse satin cropped shell and up-turn full skirt |
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| Bisque duchesse satin portrait neckline dress |
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| sculpted jacket-full skirt in same bisque duchesse satin |
Coherent effort why we like to see the final walk.
Other credits---Shiseido hair/makeup, Julia Lundsten shoes, Sophie Anderson bags (handmade in South America), jewelry-myi4d by Alexandra Koumba, crotchet accessories-London Vogue.
TIA CIBANI
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| hair style impressive too! |
