Berlin is a hotbed for amazing fashion design - and amongst all the talent is F.rau Berlin. Designer Martina Rau combines classic tailoring with modern cuts. The drape back silk dress from the Spring Summer '09 collection (pictured above) is heavenly!
Over the past couple of years, Complex Geometries has gathered up a cult following of men and women from all corners of the globe. The label is now known and coveted for their jersey pieces, often designed to be worn in a multitude of ways. It is no surprise that the Fall/Winter '09 collection is as exquisite (and versatile) as ever. And I'm excited to see the addition of new fabrics!
Last week, we wrote about Australian footwear brand Andrea and Joen. The Surface to Air Buckle Sandals in the last post reminded me of Tristan Blair; yet another spectacular footwear designer from Australia! It must be something about all that sunshine...
Surface to Air is a multidimensional company that works in fashion, art, communication, film and publishing. They are involved in so many amazing things - but are likely best known for their clothing label. The Spring/Summer collection - now available online - is a modern take on the classics of the past.
Keller is a "no fuss" clothing label based in Brooklyn. Each season, designer Kelly Clark offers a small selection of footwear that perfectly compliments her collection. The easy to wear oxfords (with wonderful cut-out detail) and lace up boots (with a vintage paper-boy look) are the type of shoes you want to wear every day. Perfect with jeans but also great for adding a bit of a masculine edge to feminine dresses.
Looking at Alexi Freeman's work, you would never guess that this accomplished Australian based designer has no formal fashion training. His work is minimal and elegant - made for a woman who is effortlessly confident. The delightful Freeman took some time to answer our questions.