Monday , November 16, 2009
Available Now: Jovovich-Hawk for Mango / Rodarte, Doo.Ri and Thakoon for Gap / Courreges for La Redoute
Some people might be sick of the designer/mass retailer collaborations at this point, what with Kate Moss for Topshop due in May, Alice Roi and Philip Lim and Uniqlo later this spring, Patrick Robinson for Target, and even rock celebutantes getting in the game. But for those who still appreciate getting good design at a price point that won't peril your ability to pay your monthly rent, this spring is going to be a red-letter season, with some less-publicized capsule collections finally being released. Those who fly the bohemian flag may be psyched about Jovovich-Hawk for Mango, which did a series of ten characteristically vintage-inspired dresses for the summer for the Spanish retailer. I'm not sure if it's the ghastly photos on the website, but for every intriguing frock, there's an equally janky one as well. (What is up with those white flowers on that tan dress? For real...) Still, for the standout dresses, you may want to get on this one quick: last I checked, the distinctive 70s-type print long dress is no longer available in small, and the line has only been available online for a day so far. (EDIT: Just checked again and the size small is back! But I swear, it was gone for a bit earlier!)
On the other hand, Gap's campaign for its new Design Editions collections with Doo.Ri, Rodarte and Thakoon have no problem with bad visual representation, what with super-glossy photos, top models and great styling. For the collection, each designer was asked to reinvent the classic white shirt, and the results are distinctive and for the most part covetable. The troubled brand has been notoriously wobbly for the past few years, but the initiative is a small step in the right direction. Our favorite piece of the whole shebang is the Rodarte bow blouse, perhaps because it's the most whimsical-looking. (That's it over there on the left.)
Oh, and one last mention for Courreges at La Redoute. The futuristic/sporty thing is so not up my alley, but those of you who want to have their hand at the trend should check it out, if anything for the white shift dress. By the way, La Redoute, which has been using guest designers for ages before it became the latest thing, is also selling Paul & Joe Sister, not to mention this Sophia Kokosalaki dress for $55. (I personally have this dress, and it's very well-done.)
Jovovich-Hawk for Mango (the good photo with Lou Doillon!):
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