I thought about pink, a color that's quietly gaining attention.
Women are divided into those who wear pink and those who don't. In Japan, women who wear pink are often described as "cute," "feminine," and "soft." The closets of those who don't wear pink are often filled with muted colors like black, navy, and gray, which are associated with working alongside men. That doesn't mean they're negating their femininity, though. Please don't misunderstand me here; I'm not trying to stereotype women who wear pink and those who don't. I wanted to capture the moment when women who previously thought they wouldn't wear pink want to try wearing a new image of pink proposed through the designer's sensibility.
When Rei Kawakubo of COMME des GARÇONS presented a collection themed around red, she completely transformed the image of red, which was previously thought of as simply a feminine color, by conveying the message that red is a strong color comparable to black. Next season's must-see pink is likely to be one in which each designer's interpretation will be particularly striking. Balenciaga / Rich Pink
Balenciaga's Demna Gvasalia expressed his approach to the vivid colors of couture through vibrant pinks and blues. The color palette was likely inspired by the rich, vivid colors seen in couture from the 1980s and 1990s. The "close relationship between couture and fetishism" seen in Spring/Summer 2017 was exemplified by rich pinks representing the couture feel, while the tactile feel of materials like rubber and spandex derives from fetishism. Gvasalia seems to enjoy walking a thrilling tightrope between kitsch and elegance. Last season's street style sensibility is present in anoraks, work jackets, and menswear-inspired shirts, and will likely become established as Balenciaga staples.
■ Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci / Mysterious Pink
An unexpected pink might just be the Givenchy pink. With “New Age” as the keyword for Spring/Summer 2017, it looks like this season will see a new sensibility added to the cool collections of the past. Alongside the powerful collection based on the traditional black, a dress printed with the cross-section of agate raw stone subtly featured pink, a color derived from nature. It's a "mysterious pink" never before seen at Givenchy. Rather than a pink that appeals to women, the pink agate print seems to send a spiritual message to women who previously had no interest in pink. The fuchsia pink dress that followed was also a pink that exuded a warmth uniquely Italian.
■ VALENTINO / Pink of Inevitability
Pierpaolo Piccioli introduced a series of pinks as a homage to women at the start of his first collection as sole creative director. British designer Zandra Rhodes embroidered a reinterpretation of Hieronymus Bosch's "Garden of Earthly Delights" on a dress in a pale pink, or even a shocking pink, like Sandra's hair. Pierpaolo must have mastered the sweet and bittersweet appeal of the Maison's DNA, which appeals to women. Valentino Garavani's feminism is evident in every detail, from colors to materials, and will undoubtedly be passed down to the future of the Maison.
■CHANEL / Digital Pink
Chanel's pink is such a staple color that it appears in every collection. This season, it's not a pink that was chosen with any attention to trends, but rather a pink that exists in the designer's own unique style, as always. I think Karl Lagerfeld's talent lies in his ability to make the classic pink appear incidental in a seasonal collection. Chanel suits, which are presented with a tweed texture and new silhouettes, always feature a feminine pink, and they never disappoint their fans. For Spring/Summer 2017, the pink printed on silk was given an electric, almost glowing pink hue to convey an artificial nuance. It was a digital pink that was clearly different from previous styles.
■HERMES/Intellectual Pink
Women seem to think that intelligent female designers shy away from pink. This season, Nadege Vanhee-Cybulski embraced pink with a no-nonsense approach. It seems she was searching for a color that flatters women and stumbled upon pink. There are surely many who have been impressed by her relaxed, unpretentious attitude towards pink, which is characteristic of her, without trying to be eccentric. The texture of the material and the color match perfectly, highlighting her elegance. By following her own sense, she likely shared the same mood as designers who are sensitive to the trends of the times. The porcelain-like rose and fuchsia pink that Nadège expresses are for intelligent women.
■LOEWE / Inspirational Pink
Even though there was only one pink piece out of 49, it left such an impression, thanks to the power of the color and the power of the designer's inspiration. The slightly bluish pink is made even more vivid by being combined with beige. Arranged without any particular thought or preconceptions about pink, the pink even feels refreshing. It is an extension of the genderless style often seen in Jonathan Anderson's designs, and it seems like a pink that was inspired by an instantaneous moment without any ulterior motive. I thought that inspired by this inspiration, even women who don't normally wear clothes would pick it up without hesitation.
Women are divided into those who wear pink and those who don't. In Japan, women who wear pink are often described as "cute," "feminine," and "soft." The closets of those who don't wear pink are often filled with muted colors like black, navy, and gray, which are associated with working alongside men. That doesn't mean they're negating their femininity, though. Please don't misunderstand me here; I'm not trying to stereotype women who wear pink and those who don't. I wanted to capture the moment when women who previously thought they wouldn't wear pink want to try wearing a new image of pink proposed through the designer's sensibility.
When Rei Kawakubo of COMME des GARÇONS presented a collection themed around red, she completely transformed the image of red, which was previously thought of as simply a feminine color, by conveying the message that red is a strong color comparable to black. Next season's must-see pink is likely to be one in which each designer's interpretation will be particularly striking. Balenciaga / Rich Pink
Balenciaga's Demna Gvasalia expressed his approach to the vivid colors of couture through vibrant pinks and blues. The color palette was likely inspired by the rich, vivid colors seen in couture from the 1980s and 1990s. The "close relationship between couture and fetishism" seen in Spring/Summer 2017 was exemplified by rich pinks representing the couture feel, while the tactile feel of materials like rubber and spandex derives from fetishism. Gvasalia seems to enjoy walking a thrilling tightrope between kitsch and elegance. Last season's street style sensibility is present in anoraks, work jackets, and menswear-inspired shirts, and will likely become established as Balenciaga staples.
■ Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci / Mysterious Pink
An unexpected pink might just be the Givenchy pink. With “New Age” as the keyword for Spring/Summer 2017, it looks like this season will see a new sensibility added to the cool collections of the past. Alongside the powerful collection based on the traditional black, a dress printed with the cross-section of agate raw stone subtly featured pink, a color derived from nature. It's a "mysterious pink" never before seen at Givenchy. Rather than a pink that appeals to women, the pink agate print seems to send a spiritual message to women who previously had no interest in pink. The fuchsia pink dress that followed was also a pink that exuded a warmth uniquely Italian.
■ VALENTINO / Pink of Inevitability
Pierpaolo Piccioli introduced a series of pinks as a homage to women at the start of his first collection as sole creative director. British designer Zandra Rhodes embroidered a reinterpretation of Hieronymus Bosch's "Garden of Earthly Delights" on a dress in a pale pink, or even a shocking pink, like Sandra's hair. Pierpaolo must have mastered the sweet and bittersweet appeal of the Maison's DNA, which appeals to women. Valentino Garavani's feminism is evident in every detail, from colors to materials, and will undoubtedly be passed down to the future of the Maison.
■CHANEL / Digital Pink
Chanel's pink is such a staple color that it appears in every collection. This season, it's not a pink that was chosen with any attention to trends, but rather a pink that exists in the designer's own unique style, as always. I think Karl Lagerfeld's talent lies in his ability to make the classic pink appear incidental in a seasonal collection. Chanel suits, which are presented with a tweed texture and new silhouettes, always feature a feminine pink, and they never disappoint their fans. For Spring/Summer 2017, the pink printed on silk was given an electric, almost glowing pink hue to convey an artificial nuance. It was a digital pink that was clearly different from previous styles.
■HERMES/Intellectual Pink
Women seem to think that intelligent female designers shy away from pink. This season, Nadege Vanhee-Cybulski embraced pink with a no-nonsense approach. It seems she was searching for a color that flatters women and stumbled upon pink. There are surely many who have been impressed by her relaxed, unpretentious attitude towards pink, which is characteristic of her, without trying to be eccentric. The texture of the material and the color match perfectly, highlighting her elegance. By following her own sense, she likely shared the same mood as designers who are sensitive to the trends of the times. The porcelain-like rose and fuchsia pink that Nadège expresses are for intelligent women.
■LOEWE / Inspirational Pink
Even though there was only one pink piece out of 49, it left such an impression, thanks to the power of the color and the power of the designer's inspiration. The slightly bluish pink is made even more vivid by being combined with beige. Arranged without any particular thought or preconceptions about pink, the pink even feels refreshing. It is an extension of the genderless style often seen in Jonathan Anderson's designs, and it seems like a pink that was inspired by an instantaneous moment without any ulterior motive. I thought that inspired by this inspiration, even women who don't normally wear clothes would pick it up without hesitation.
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