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Japan Fashion Week S/S 2010: Yukiko Hanai

October 24th, 2009 | Published in Event Report

Words by Maria. Photos by Alex Ramon.

Spring was in the air during Yukiko Hanai’s Spring/Summer ‘10 collection presentation. Looking at the line from a wide vantage point, one could come to the conclusion that her collection was Hanai’s representation of a bouquet of flowers. Silks and chiffon fabrics were formed into ruffles, gathers, and pleats, creating in some pieces the appearance of carnations in full bloom, and in others the essence of confident femininity that Hanai’s designs are so well-known for.

Long fringes also made it into Hanai’s collection, but this time had the effect of creating a more western-style mood. Softened by neutrals and whites, the fringes adorned seams, hems, and necklines, covered an entire mini-dress and top and edged the length of an umbrella sleeve. These details contrasted quite nicely with the proceeding ensembles, which were made in white chiffons printed with red wild flowers.

A pleasing combination that started with a few yellow and orange carnations, worked its way into the centre of the metaphoric bouquet, ending with a single red rose: a stunning floor-length gown made entirely of pleated satin.

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